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Winterize Your House

Beginner Over a Day

This guide will explain how to winterize a house before the howling, icy winds arrive.

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How to Harvest Leaves for Mulch

Beginner

One of the easiest ways to make any edible plant happy is to provide a thick mulch of crumbled, weathered leaves.

Best Practices for Rechargeable Batteries

Beginner

Cordless tools can help reduce air and noise pollution. Here’s what you need to know to make your batteries last longer

Measure Your Household Carbon Footprint

Beginner

Want to do something about climate change, but not sure where to start? Begin by measuring your household emissions.

Lower Your Carbon Footprint with Renewable Energy

Beginner

This guide is focused on reducing greenhouse gases by investing in alternative and/or renewable energy sources at home.

Solar Panel Buying Guide

Beginner

Enjoy clean, infinitely renewable power from the sun when you utilize solar panels on your home, business and/or RV.

How to Make a Home More Sustainable

Beginner 2-4 Hours

Want to make a positive environmental impact? Practice these sustainable living tips for a more sustainable home.

Transforming a Pre-Fabricated Tuff Shed into a Solar-Powered Workshop

Advanced Over a Day

Ben Uyeda of HomeMade Modern, an experienced DIYer and architect, considered building a solar-powered workshop from scratch.

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How Do Solar Panels Work?

Learn how solar panels work and determine if this eco-friendly energy option is a good fit for your home.

How to Install a Dimmer Switch

Beginner 2 Hours or Less

Instead of merely turning lights on or off, get a wide range of light by installing a dimmer switch.

How to Save Energy

Intermediate Over a Day

Energy-efficient homes use less energy and as a result, produce lower energy bills.

How to Install a Dishwasher

Intermediate 2-4 Hours

A dishwasher installation that doesn't require a plumber.