A few years ago, I moved into a new house and installed a smart lighting system throughout as part of an extensive remodel. Here is my personal experience with smart lighting — the pros and cons of this smart home technology that makes the lights go on and off automatically on a schedule and whenever motion is sensed.
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The Most Energy Efficient Night Light: SnapPower LED Night Light
See why I think the SnapPower LED night light is the best night light ever — both from a practical, low-budget standpoint and from an eco-friendly one.
Awesome Recycling Project: Buy an Old Traffic Light and Turn It Into Game Room Décor
Give yourself the green light on a fun recycling project that will liven up your game room or den: restore an old traffic light! See how I recycled one.
Facebook’s Social Energy Efficiency App
Is Facebook finally bringing home energy usage monitoring to the masses in a way that is fun and natural? Check out Facebook’s Social Energy App!
7 MORE Cool Solar Power Technologies
Cool solar gadgets don’t just have to be small scale consumer products. Check these out!
7 Cool Solar Power Technologies
There are all kinds of useless solar powered gadgets on the market, but these 7 are among the coolest, and more useful, of those gadgets.
Solar Powered 3D Printer and Sun Cutter
There are all kinds of ways to harness the power of the sun. This 3D printer and light-cutting sunglasses are just a couple of them.
Solar Bikinis that Can Power Your iPod, iPhone, & More
Every geek guy’s dream…a sexy chic in a solar-powered, gadget-charging bikini. Who could ask for more?
2 Cool Green Gadgets That Help You Save Energy… and Money!
These 2 gadgets help you monitor your energy usage and save money in eco-geek style.
Epic Pedal-Powered Snow Plow is Zero Energy and Back Friendly
Be ready for the next big snow with your very own pedal powered snow plow. Genius!
Staples Are Out, ‘Stitch’ Your Documents Together With A Staple-Free Stapler
Metal staples are out. This staple-free stapler let’s you stitch your papers together.
The Bond Bike: Cycling for Badasses
Why ride a regular bike when you could ride a BOND bike. Secret agent cyclists unite!
10 Green Christmas Gifts For Guys
Great green gift ideas for any guy on your Christmas list.
New iPhone Wind Energy App Released
New iPhone app tells you how much energy you’d be generating if you were a wind turbine in that exact GPS position.
Geocache a Forest With Your iPhone or Android Device
Use your iPhone or Android phone to have fun hunting geocaches and replenish forests at the same time.
Switching To Rechargeable Batteries Is Easier Than You Think …Thanks To The Energizer Family Charger!
It’s easy to make the switch to rechargeable batteries with this affordable Energizer charger that accommodates all sizes of battery.
Green Gadgets For Dummies: THE Book Every Tech Geek Should Own
Green Gadgets for Dummies is THE book that every gadget geek and computer lover should own. It’s FUN, informative, and an awesome read.
3 Green DIY Projects For Your Car
We spend so much time in our cars, why not dive into some DIY to make them more fun to be in?
Tron Vs. Gladiator: Which Bike Helmet Concept Is the Best?
If the choice was urs, would you rather look like a character right out of Tron or a Roman Gladiator in your bike helmet?
Is Your Laptop Sleeve Destroying Your Sex Drive? GreenSmart Neogreene Sleeves To The Rescue!
Is your laptop sleeve full of toxins that are poisoning you? Probably. Luckily there’s a new product hitting the market to come to our rescue!
Now YOU Can Ride in the Tour de France!
Have you always dreamed of riding in the Tour de France? Well now you can…virtually.
Solar Powered Climbing Monkeys to the Rescue!
Is there a better way to brighten your day than with solar powered climbing monkeys? Of course not!
5 Eco-Friendly Father’s Day Gifts That Will Wow ANY Dad… Green Or Not
Stumped on what to get dad for Fathers Day? Here’s 5 gifts that will make ANY dad try not to squeal with excitement.
Battle of the Sub $50 Solar Chargers: Energizer vs Freeloader
Think solar power for all your gadgets is too expensive? Check out these 2 devices under $50!
Save LOTS Of Energy (And The Life Of Your Gadgets!) With A Smart Power Strip
Fight those energy sucking vampires with your wooden stake of a smart power strip and save some big bucks!
How To NOT Die While Bike Commuting
Riding a bike is the most efficient means of transportation. Here’s a guide on how to not DIE while enjoying it.
Cool Green Products: 4 Green Gadgets To Fit Your Style
The spring is a time when we sweep out clutter and begin anew. This spring, go green in style by utilizing some of these 4 green gadgets featured on NBC’s Today Show.
Phantom Power 101: Ways To Save Energy (And Money!) When Your Electronics Are In Standby Mode
Your house is haunted…by phantom power. Exorcise this wallet draining menace with some of these handy ideas.
