http://www.greenphillyblog.com Philadelphia's resource for environmental news, companies, events & recycling do's & don'ts Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:27:55 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v= http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2011/09/06/quick-tip-eat-your-leftovers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=quick-tip-eat-your-leftovers http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2011/09/06/quick-tip-eat-your-leftovers/#comments Tue, 06 Sep 2011 08:00:03 +0000 Beth http://greenphillyblog.wordpress.com/?p=110 Fossil fuels are used to fertilize, harvest and process much of the food we eat.  Ample gas is spent transporting food from processor to manufacturer. Considering the valuable resources spent on food processing, it’s disturbing that over 40% of food produced in America is not eaten. What can you do to lessen the impact?  Save those leftovers! It’s easy [...]

]]> http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2011/09/06/quick-tip-eat-your-leftovers/feed/ 2 http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2011/07/07/energyworks-helps-area-residents-save-this-summer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=energyworks-helps-area-residents-save-this-summer http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2011/07/07/energyworks-helps-area-residents-save-this-summer/#comments Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:20:59 +0000 Beth http://www.greenphillyblog.com/?p=7125 The summer heat can mean increased costs to stay cool in your home. Here’s a reminder about a program that may help fatten your wallet. EnergyWorks, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, is offering deeply discounted home energy assessments to homeowners to improve the energy efficiency of their homes in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties. EnergyWorks combines all available rebates, tax credits, and low-interest loans with the expertise of certified building analysts and qualified contractors to make home energy efficiency upgrades more affordable. How does it work?

]]> http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2011/07/07/energyworks-helps-area-residents-save-this-summer/feed/ 0 http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2011/05/18/quick-tip-green-your-refrigerator/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=quick-tip-green-your-refrigerator http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2011/05/18/quick-tip-green-your-refrigerator/#comments Wed, 18 May 2011 08:00:00 +0000 greenphillyblog http://www.greenphillyblog.com/?p=6919 Did you know that Refrigerators account for roughly half of a typical kitchen’s total energy usage? The good news is a good portion of that energy can be reduced with a few quick changes including: Keeping the temperature between 35 and 38 degrees. Setting hot appliances at a distance from the fridge. I recently moved [...]

]]> http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2011/05/18/quick-tip-green-your-refrigerator/feed/ 1 http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2010/12/07/keep-tires-inflated-save-energy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=keep-tires-inflated-save-energy http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2010/12/07/keep-tires-inflated-save-energy/#comments Tue, 07 Dec 2010 16:48:18 +0000 Beth http://www.greenphillyblog.com/?p=6007 Stay safe on the roads and save energy by keeping your tires inflated to the manufacturer’s recommended pounds per square inch (PSI.) When your tires aren’t inflated properly they require more energy to move and maintain speed. Next time you stop by the gas station to fill up,  take a quick look at your owner’s [...]

]]> http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2010/12/07/keep-tires-inflated-save-energy/feed/ 0 http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2010/09/14/new-green-business-helio-power-systems/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-green-business-helio-power-systems http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2010/09/14/new-green-business-helio-power-systems/#comments Tue, 14 Sep 2010 08:09:41 +0000 Beth http://www.greenphillyblog.com/?p=5264 Making your home eco-friendly is a "green trend" we hope is here to stay. We're pleased that Helio Power Systems, a full service Solar Electric and Solar Thermal design and installation company, is getting in on the action.Founded by old friends Rene Ermilio and Gregory Katz, Helio's staff draws from property development experience business since 1999.

]]> http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2010/09/14/new-green-business-helio-power-systems/feed/ 1 http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2010/07/19/simple-summertime-barbeque-tips/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=simple-summertime-barbeque-tips http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2010/07/19/simple-summertime-barbeque-tips/#comments Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:27:20 +0000 Beth http://www.greenphillyblog.com/?p=4905 The recent heat waves have me humming Will Smith's "Summertime" and The Lovin Spoonful's "Hot Summer in the City" embarrassingly often... Now that I've gotten that off my chest it's time to share some summer appropriate bbqing advice... Grill wisely : Choose a electric or clean-burning propane grill over the charcoal variety. Charcoal is a major cause of poor air quality. If you must use charcoal go for brands harvested from sustainable forests. Feast on earth-friendly eats...

]]> http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2010/07/19/simple-summertime-barbeque-tips/feed/ 1 http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2010/03/02/will-bloom%e2%80%99s-power-box-define-energy%e2%80%99s-future/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=will-bloom%25e2%2580%2599s-power-box-define-energy%25e2%2580%2599s-future http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2010/03/02/will-bloom%e2%80%99s-power-box-define-energy%e2%80%99s-future/#comments Tue, 02 Mar 2010 17:18:05 +0000 Beth http://www.greenphillyblog.com/?p=4333 Last week Bloom Energy revealed their electricity-in-a-box-product . The Bloom box was eight years (and 4 million dollars) in the works. Bloom Energy has finally come out of the shadows and produced a product that has other green technology companies wondering why didn’t I think of that… So, what is this box and what’s all the fuss?

]]> http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2010/03/02/will-bloom%e2%80%99s-power-box-define-energy%e2%80%99s-future/feed/ 2 http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2009/09/17/green-quickie-energy-saving-tip/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=green-quickie-energy-saving-tip http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2009/09/17/green-quickie-energy-saving-tip/#comments Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:20:18 +0000 Beth http://greenphillyblog.com/?p=3724 Next time you're defrosting frozen food, instead of using your countertops or microwave - use your fridge. It'll take a bit longer, but by planning ahead and defrosting in the refrigerator you'll

]]> http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2009/09/17/green-quickie-energy-saving-tip/feed/ 0 http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2009/06/02/greenworks-philadelphia-greenest-city-in-america/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=greenworks-philadelphia-greenest-city-in-america http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2009/06/02/greenworks-philadelphia-greenest-city-in-america/#comments Tue, 02 Jun 2009 18:41:11 +0000 Julie http://greenphillyblog.com/?p=3349 Exciting green advancements have been happening in Philadelphia. As many have likely heard, there's been an increase in tree-planting efforts in Northern Liberties and greening Philly. Greenworks Philadelphia has been unveiled! Recently, Mayor Michael Nutter announced that he's going to make Philadelphia the Greenest city in America by 2015 - a very admirable goal. "E" Goals in 5 areas - Energy, Environment, Equity, Economy and Engagement have over 100 initiatives for Philadelphia's well being. Some of the initiatives include:

]]> http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2009/06/02/greenworks-philadelphia-greenest-city-in-america/feed/ 8 http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2009/03/17/try-lithe-method-for-a-unique-eco-friendly-workout/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=try-lithe-method-for-a-unique-eco-friendly-workout http://www.greenphillyblog.com/2009/03/17/try-lithe-method-for-a-unique-eco-friendly-workout/#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2009 17:10:17 +0000 Beth http://greenphillyblog.com/?p=3021 Tired of your typical exercise routine? Looking for a workout that appeases your green conscience? Lithe fitness studios in Rittenhouse Square, Northern Liberties (and now Ardmore) are a perfect antidote. The Lithe Method incorporates some elements of Pilates, Yoga and Dance. But it’s no ordinary workout. I’ve taken Pilates - Trust me, this is BETTER. Why?

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