Angela's Green Living Blog

Gift cards have become a great gift giving idea over the past several years and the National Retailers Federation estimates that a total of $97 billion in gift cards – $26.3 billion during the holidays alone – were purchased in the US last year. However, this year, if you are planning to give a g...

The Single Stream recycling program allows customers to mix recyclable paper, plastic and glass in one bin, plus residents can recycle MORE and more types of items. The program rolls out the beginning October 2008, extending through the end of the year. Small blue bins will no longer be used and ...

The seven acre Barr Mansion, which hosts weddings, events, and galas for up to 800, is a unique family owned operation with a mission to be environmentally responsible in their events. The beauty of it, is they are able to uphold this mission while still creating amazing celebrations. The proper...

I am proud to announce I have successfully completed my EcoBroker® certification! What significance does this hold? Well, allow me to explain. By earning the EcoBroker Certified® designation, I have successfully completed a unique training program on the energy and environmental issues that affec...

Need a new appliance? Time to replace an old one? Appliances account for approximately 45% of a home's energy costs. Here are some factors to consider for higher energy efficiency and cost savings: -Unplug appliances when they are not in use. Appliances continue to draw power even after they have...

The Mueller development is centrally located in the heart of Austin, just east of IH35 between Airport Boulevard and East 51st Street. This 711 acre site was left vacant When Austin's airport relocated in 1999. Upon completion, Mueller will house over 10,000 residents in Garden Homes (Yard Houses...

The Mueller development is centrally located in the heart of Austin, just east of IH35 between Airport Boulevard and East 51st Street. This 711 acre site was left vacant When Austin's airport relocated in 1999. Upon completion, Mueller will house over 10,000 residents in Garden Homes (Yard Houses...

Conserve Water, Saving Money!by Jerry Naiser of Real Green Lawns There are many ways to conserve significant amounts of water inside and outside the home, and doing so makes sense because it lowers water and sewer bills, extends the water supply and helps the environment. Homeowners can take many...

Green Lighting Tips Daylight Daylight is by far the best option. Open blinds or to take it a step further, install skylights for some beautiful natural light. CFLs According to the federal government, if every American home replaced just one light bulb with an Energy Star approved compact fluores...

The Austin Cool House Tour 2008 will take place on Sunday, June 22nd from noon to 6 p.m. On this self-guided tour, you can visit open houses featuring energy efficient and environmentally sound construction and design homes. You will see that energy efficient houses can be very cool! Talk to the ...