Sustainability

Solar panels need to be clean to deliver optimal performance, and rain won't do the job. Find out how to...

What to expect when outfitting your vehicle with off-grid capabilities, including solar roof panels, a charge controller and a battery...

If you don't like the idea of chopping down forests to make toilet paper, consider switching to an alternative: bamboo...

From batteries to bike lanes, here's what you might not have thought about when considering buying an e-bike.

How to finesse your home's energy efficiency by using the new rebates and tax incentives for HVAC, solar and more.

Keep your wood off the ground, neatly stacked and ready for your next gathering around the fire pit or fireplace...

From droughts to blizzards, here's how to keep your residential solar panels performing at their peak.

Water storage tanks are the backbone of a well pump system. They can be metal or plastic, pressurized or not,...

From heat pumps to induction stoves, here are the appliances you can install to switch away from gas — and...

Are crushed seashells the answer for improving your garden soil? Under the right conditions, they might be just what...

Electric composters are a recent innovation with a promising future. Now you can compost at home in small spaces with...

Most of our plastic isn't getting recycled. Here are some easy ways we can help fix that.

Rain barrels are fairly easy to set up and can provide benefits to you and the environment. Here are some...

Owning a piece of land and getting away from it all sounds great, but you have some homework to do...

A fiercely degreasing hand soap that's still gentle on your skin?  Give this Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap a...

This rotating compost bin makes spinning my garden's favorite treat easier than ever — and it churns out more compost.

Looking for an eco-friendly way to clean your vinyl siding? Give the American-made Siding Brush a try.

Like sick people, sick plants need special care. Here's how to quarantine plants, so your collection of greenery stays healthy...

From seed trays to canine hydration on the go, here are some ideas for what to do with all of...

Learn about some simple steps you can take to begin evolving a high-maintenance lawn into a native (and time-saving) habitat.

Is solar technology a good fit for the 21st century homeowner? Here's an overview of traditional and DIY solar options.

These quality products make home composting easier than ever.

Balance a beautiful lawn and yard with clean water best practices by following this advice from pros in the know.

Buying a new heat pump but don't know HSPF means? Discover what HSPF is, why it's important and how it...

Sustainability is more than just a buzzword. In today's world, it's a lifestyle. Sustainable homes reduce their impact on the...

Whether it's a pair of tattered jeans, a landfill-bound glass bottle or a bald tire, post-consumer waste is a massive...

For many, tiny house living is a simple, appealing option in a complicated world. If you're thinking of extreme downsizing,...

If you're tidying up and organizing your home, you'll probably come across some items you need to get rid of....

Kit homes can be a cost-effective way to build your perfect retreat, but be aware: Some assembly is required.