By Dennis Patton, Johnson County K-State Research and Extension
Reusable bag or plastic bag? Rain garden or bioswale? The answer may be obvious on the first choice, but when it comes to managing water, it can be confusing.
Rain gardens and bioswales have similar results, but vary in how they are designed and work. Let’s look at […]
Every year, architecture students at the University of Kansas design and build an innovative sustainable home for a 9-month capstone project in the design program, Studio 804.
The studio is on target for its 16th LEED Platinum project with the U.S. Green Building Council in its latest home project that gives students hands-on experience from design […]
If it’s time to replace some household appliances, you can take advantage of the Missouri Show-Me Green Sales Tax Holiday
Pay no sales taxes from April 19 – 25 on a qualifying Energy Star appliance during the Missouri Show-Me Green Sales Tax Holiday with savings up to $1,500 per appliance.
Energy Star appliances that qualify include:
By Courtney Lindwall, Natural Resources Defense Council
Here’s how to save on electric vehicles, solar panels, heat pumps, and more via tax credits and rebates
The Inflation Reduction Act directs an unprecedented $369 billion toward fighting climate change. As a result, we’ll all see innumerable long-term benefits, like reduced energy bills and health-care costs. But the most direct and immediate […]
When you’re trying to reduce household water and energy use, what are the best ways to tackle the daily task of doing the dishes?
Studies show that it is actually best to use an energy-efficient dishwasher. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates a typical household washes 215 loads annually. However, even though 80 percent of households […]
