5 Cool Green Auto Accessories

There are plenty of drivers who do not have the right tools in their car no matter where they go. That is not the best way to go out, considering that accidents happen. The last thing you want is being stuck on the road and not having a way to get yourself out of trouble. Having a way to charge your electronics on the go, clean your car, or just keep its battery going is more than ideal. These 5 cool products let you do just that:

Sunforce 50012 1.8-Watt Solar Battery Maintainer: keeps your battery’s charge at a safe level, so you will never have to deal with a dead battery ever again.

K3 Wind and Solar Mobile Charger: combines solar and wind charging technology to power up your mobile gadgets on the road.

IOGear Solar Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit: may not be a necessity, but it does let drivers drive more safely and answer their calls. Can handle multiple phones. (more…)

Save Energy with Westinghouse 64263 Chandelier

So you want to save energy at home and make your place as Eco friendly as possible? Adding a chandelier to your room is not exactly the best way to go with. But, I am a firm believer that one should not change his/her lifestyle dramatically to go green. You may not save as much energy that way, but we all did those small little things, things will add up, and we make progress. Westinghouse 64263 Chandelier is a cool item that lets you decorate your home without breaking the bank as far as your electricity bill is concerned. (more…)

4 Solar Energy Guides You Should Read

So you want to go solar at home? There is a difference between buying solar products and actually knowing how things work. A few years ago, you’d struggle to find good books that could teach you how to go solar at home. These days, there are plenty of them around. Here are 4 solar guides that can teach you enough to be dangerous:

Solar Electricity Basics: A Green Energy Guide: written for those of you who have no idea what this technology is all about. It’s a short book but does teach you the basic so you can move on to bigger and better things.

Power from the Sun: A Practical Guide to Solar Electricity: a practical guide that teaches you how to install solar system units. If you have been wanting to go solar but weren’t comfortable with technical details, this book is for you. (more…)

4 Essential Energy Star Electronics for Summer

Not every area gets those tough summer days, but there are a lot of areas in the U.S. that do, especially if you live in the South. While you can always wear clothes and find other ways to keep yourself warm during winters, there is so much you can do during summer time to make yourself comfortable. You are going to need decent air conditioners, refrigerators, and dehumidifiers to keep your home as cool and comfortable as possible. Going with energy star items may not look like a big deal here, but it can end up saving you a lot of money if all your electronics meet those standards.

Without further ado, here are 4 energy star items that come handy for summer:

Sea Gull Lighting 1575BLE-15 Energy Star Ceiling Fan: if you don’t get too many hot summer days or just want to rest your air conditioner for the worst days, this ceiling fan can help. It’s powerful and energy efficient. Can make your room convenient fast.

Haier ESA3069 Energy Star Air Conditioner: if you are picking up a window air conditioner for your home, you may as well go with one that is energy efficient. This one fits the bill and is not that expensive. (more…)

8 Best e-Book Readers For Book Addicts

The e-book reader market has been gaining momentum in the past few months. With the emergence of the iPad and with other devices in the works, the market is going to become even more competitive in the next few years. So there’s never been a better time to be an e-book fan.

e-book readers may not be cheap but they do save you money over the long run. e-books are not as expensive as their paper counterparts, so you save money on each book that you buy. They help save those trees as well. If you are looking to make the jump and join the e-book movement, here are 8 e-book readers you should try:

Kindle 3: the next generation Kindle can go 1 month per charge. It has the best e-ink screen around and gives you access to Amazon Kindle store.

B&N Nook: a very nice alternative to Amazon Kindle. It gives you access to B&N’s store. It has an innovative navigation feature and supports lending books to others, which is a big plus.

Apple iPad: the top dog in this niche. In just a matter of few weeks, the iPad has gone from an exciting innovative device to the most powerful e-book reader on the market. Of course, the iPad is much more than that.

Kobo E-reader: the most affordable e-reader on the list. It does not offer a 3G connection, but it works with WiFi. The battery lasts for 2 weeks. Works with E-pub books. (more…)

5 Top Energy Star Dehumidifiers for Home

Nobody likes to have too much moisture in a room or basement. Too much moisture not only makes it difficult to spend time in your rooms, it can also contribute to mold growing all over your place. Beside, during hot summer days too much moisture would not be too much fun. If you have to add a dehumidifier to your house without adding too much to your energy bill, you’ve got to consider those energy star units. Picking up one energy star device may not bring down your costs too much by itself but these little things add up in the end.

Here are 5 cool dehumidifiers that are energy efficient too:

Frigidaire FAD504TDD 50-Pint Dehumidifier: picks up 50 pints per day in medium size area. It also removes harmful bacteria and allergens. It’s easy to clean up.

Soleus Air DP1-70-03 Portable Energy Star Dehumidifier: a portable dehumidifier that operates in low temperatures. It can remove 70 pints of water every 24 hours.

DeLonghi DD45 45 Pt. Energy Star Dehumidifier: has an adjustable humidistat that keeps you in control. Its frontal located tank and water level window make it easier to know when you need to take care of the located water.

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4 Cool Energy Star Dishwashers for Home

Let’s face it. As much as you want to reduce the number of electronics running in your house, there are certain things that you can’t get rid of. Dishwashers are among those things. They keep your dishes clean and save you a lot of time in the process. If you can’t ditch your dishwasher, you may as well invest in one that is more energy efficient. Here are 4 that fit the bill:

Danby Energy Star Portable Dishwasher: a 18-inches wide that is designed for those of you who want to move your dishwasher around your house. It’s not only energy efficient, it consumes less water too.

Samsung – 24″ Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher: gives you a whole lot of bang for your buck. It makes sure you dishes are clean and even has a digital leak sensor. It’s energy efficient and pretty durable too.

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5 Cool Energy Star Refrigerators

Everybody needs a refrigerator. That goes without a saying. But it’s truly during summer time that one realizes the benefits of owning an energy efficient refrigerator. When your energy costs are higher than ever, the last thing you want is have your refrigerator add more to your monthly bills. Energy star refrigerators may not save you a ton of money, but every small little thing adds up.

If you are looking to buy a new refrigerator for your house and want to go with an energy star model, these 5 energy efficient refrigerators are worth a look:

Samsung – 19.8 Cu. Ft. French Door Refrigerator: has a twin cooling system and has spill proof shelves. It has a built-in icemaker with water filtration. Best of all, it looks very stylish.

Whirlpool – 25.3 Cu. Ft. Side-by-Side Refrigerator: has plenty of space for your food and groceries. Its temperature can be adjusted at the front. Has a PUR push button water filtration system too.

Frigidaire – 26.0 Cu. Ft. Side-by-Side Refrigerator: a complete solution that does not cost too much and yet gives you plenty of space for your food. It’s energy star qualified and has advanced water filtering system. (more…)

Stay Cool with Solar Safari Cool Hat

So you are into exploring the wild? Maybe you just want to take a trip to a warm area and don’t want to sweat it out to death. Solar Safari Cool Hat is a cool solution that comes handy for those trips to outdoors. It keeps you cool with the power of the sun. Don’t let the solar gizmo throw you off. This hat is very light-weight and is pretty durable too. It just happens to have a solar & battery powered fan to keep you cool.

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Keep Animals Away Bell and Howell Solar Animal Repeller

Those of you who are lucky enough to own a garden of a decent size have probably had to deal with stray animals in the past. Sometimes, you can keep some of these animals away with fences and other modifications to your garden. If that does not do the job, Bell and Howell Solar Animal Repeller could be what you need. It’s a cool solution for your garden that keeps animals away without actually hurting them.

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