Green Living with San Diego Natural Awakenings

	Green Carpet Cleaning There are many different myths and assumptions associated with green carpet cleaning. Dave Nelson of Nelson's Green Clean discusses the cleaning process.
	Holiday Spotlight Ubuntu Hair Studio, in Solana Beach, is offering several holiday gifts that give back. Filtercon offers smaller products offering a healthy, green alternative to traditional holiday gifts.
	New Life for Old Furniture San Diego Upholstery’s Good-Looking, Green Solutions According to Ramon Lopez, owner of San Diego Upholstery, an old chair or sofa with a good frame is well worth re-upholstering, which is better for the environment and your wallet.
	Next Generation Air Leading the Way in Home Energy Solutions From the time he was old enough to tag along to jobsites with his dad, Ryan Mathern, the owner of Next Generation Air, has been interested in heating and air conditioning.
	The Eco-Buzz on Green Crafting with All-Natural Candle Kits Popular products among crafters seeking eco-friendly hobbies are make-your-own beeswax candle kits and solid beeswax blocks used for melting into candle molds and forms.

	Community Gardens Fundraising Event The San Diego Community Garden Network (SDCGN) kicks off the summer gardening season with a free event at the TLC Giving Garden in Tierrasanta.
	Spring Fling at Carpentier Parkway Cardiff 101 Main Street invites all to celebrate spring and sustainable gardening practices by attending a free, informative event.
	Solana Beach City Council Opposes Surcharge The Solana Beach City Council unanimously agreed to oppose the San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) proposed surcharge on solar and renewable users.
	Fall Garden and Home Festival The Fall Garden and Home Festival will take place at The Water Conservation Garden at Cuyamaca College, in San Diego. Numerous options for sustainable home solutions will be presented.
	Green-Biz Open-Air Mixer The U.S. Green Chamber Kool Climate Kids and South Bay Region Lions Club SD Brotherhood will host a Green-Biz Open-Air Mixer and South Bay Region Lions Club Meet and Greet.

Archive »Green Living Features

Greenwashing Update

How To Be a Smart Shopper

Which products truly walk the green walk? Ed Begley, Jr. offers expert know-how.

Every Drop Counts

Reusing Rainwater Saves Money and is Better for Plants

Learn how to reap big benefits by capturing and managing rainwater with rain barrels, underground systems and the right roofing materials.

Green Home Checklist

Room-by-Room Steps We Can Take, Starting Right Now

Kitchens, bedrooms, bath and laundry rooms—even those pesky “un-rooms,” like attics, entry halls, closets and garages—can all go green in simple, budget-friendly ways that aid the environment.

Backyard Gardening

Whether this is your first year growing a kitchen garden or your thumb glows green from years of use, it’s possible to quickly turn dreams of bountiful organic harvests into a reality.

The Dirt on Cleaning

To safely power through household dirt and bacteria without using questionable chemicals, try these green cleaning tips.

A Conversation with No Impact Man

From November 2006 to November 2007, New York City author Colin Beavan, his Prada-wearing wife Michelle and 18-month-old daughter, Isabella, went on a yearlong reduce-recycle-reuse odyssey to cut down on their daily ecological footprint.

Green Living Briefs

	Economic Security Buying at Home Keeps America Strong
	Survey Surety Underwriters Laboratories to Verify Green Products
	Creation Care First Eco-Friendly Bible
	Vacation Biking Rent Any Type of Bike Onsite Online
	Retail Solutions Reuse, Repurpose and Recycle Plastic Bags
	Green Holiday Rapping on Wrapping