The truth is, there are rarely any absolutes in life.

There are three different technologies available today for high efficiency toilets (HET) designed to help homeowners save water and help the environment.

Several factors should be considered, such as recovery efficiency, airflow capacity, and electricity consumption.

February 25th, 2010Blog Clip: Reducing Energy Hogs

Simple changes to reduce energy use.

Limiting the use of bleach by using alternative green products.

How to conserve water by using graywater for landscaping.

Preventing home health hazards by avoiding imported building materials.

John and Lynn Bower discuss home ventilation concepts and techniques in this video from the HHI Archives.

Cleaner, greener paints make projects faster, easier and less expensive.

February 6th, 2010Blog Clip: The Holistic House

How all the components are assembled ends up being just as important as which pieces are selected.

The Green Label program is replaced by the stronger and more comprehensive Green Label Plus standard.

The primary lesson I have learned in my first two weeks of home ownership is to let go of expectations.

February 5th, 2010Book: The Human-Powered Home

Guide to modern pedal-powered, treadled, and hand-cranked devices for the home as practical alternatives to dependency on fossil and other fuels.

February 5th, 2010Book: Green Building Products


Guide to renewable energy, sustainable living, green building, homesteading, off-the-grid living, and alternative transportation.

Practical advice and solutions for preventing cancer.

Why and how HHI supports HVI.

January 30th, 2010Book: The Secret Life of Dust

Details the often overlooked subject of dust and its impact on humans and the planet.

More and more people are irritated by or sensitive to fragrances. Will fragrances one day be banned in public spaces?

How to get those bothersome “new clothing” odors and chemicals out of your clothes.

The National Center for Healthy Housing (NCHH) and the Alliance for Healthy Homes (Alliance) have announced plans to join forces.

Electrolyzed water and steam vapor devices make it possible to do both.

How much are human health and comfort worth?

Five drought-resistant perennials that can be planted during mid-summer.

Green cleaner that uses electrically activated - or electrolyzed - water to lift dirt, dust, grease, grime, and germs from surfaces for easy removal.

The IICRC provides tips for fire victims facing clean up.

Every year the combination of winter storms and frozen pipes causes millions of dollars in water damage to homes and buildings. Here is what you can do to prevent problems or clean up.

December 28th, 2009Article: Lawn Alternatives

How to use native plants as alternatives to a traditional lawn.

The Ionator HOM is an alternative to traditional household cleaners that use potentially harmful ingredients. Rather than using conventional chemistry, it uses electrically activated - or electrolyzed – tap water to lift dirt, dust, grease, grime, and germs from surfaces.

December 27th, 2009Article: The Scoop on Dog Poop

Not picking up after our dogs is actually bad for the environment.