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Sanyo’s Eneloop batteries have had an edge over other rechargeable AAs since they were released in 2005. Basically, Eneloops could retain their charge longer than other rechargeables, including other low self-discharge AAs. Eneloops can hold 85% of their charge for one year, and 75% after three years. Here’s a graph comparing the Eneloop’s discharge rate with a typical NiMH battery: Now, Sanyo has …
Meta Efficient 2012-02-01 01:41:10
LED desk lamps have a lot going for them. Besides being energy efficient, LED lamps run much cooler than conventional desk lamps, and you can expect the LEDs to last for 10-15 years. Watch out for poorly made LED lamps though — I have an Adesso Lamp that lost 7 of its 20 LEDs in the first year. I see many …
Meta Efficient 2012-02-01 01:41:10
LED desk lamps have a lot going for them. Besides being energy efficient, LED lamps run much cooler than conventional desk lamps, and you can expect the LEDs to last for 10-15 years. Watch out for poorly made LED lamps though — I have an Adesso Lamp that lost 7 of its 20 LEDs in the first year. I see many …
Meta Efficient 2012-01-28 03:07:10
Recently, we featured men’s cruiser bicycles. Now let’s take a look at women’s cruiser bikes, which have become very popular in recently years. Nearly every major bike manufacturer now offers at least one cruiser model, if not an entire line. We feature some of the best looking bikes below, with a eye towards classic styling. See also our post on the Best …
Meta Efficient 2012-01-28 03:07:10
Recently, we featured men’s cruiser bicycles. Now let’s take a look at women’s cruiser bikes, which have become very popular in recently years. Nearly every major bike manufacturer now offers at least one cruiser model, if not an entire line. We feature some of the best looking bikes below, with a eye towards classic styling. See also our post on the Best …
Meta Efficient 2012-01-13 16:56:13
Today, the best rechargeable batteries are the new hybrid Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) cells. These hybrid batteries have a lot going for them: they come fully charged (like alkaline batteries), and they can hold their charge over may months (unlike regular Ni-MH rechargeables). Because they can hold their charge for so long, they are suitable for low-drain devices like remote controls and …
Meta Efficient 2012-01-02 19:06:37
The Best Flashlights of 2012 Once again, we have scoured the internet to find the highest rated flashlights. The lights we feature here received the most praise from the forums and review sites we assessed. These sites included: Backpacking Light, Light Reviews, and the Candle Power Forums. The most notable technical developments in the flashlight world were next-generation LEDs such as the Cree XR-E …
Meta Efficient 2011-12-10 21:58:14
We’ve update all of our product reviews on Reactual. We survey the most credible review sources, and pinpoint the products most often recommended. We recently introduced a new category called ?Buy It For Life?, where we feature products that are built to last a lifetime. We also give preference to products that are very durable, are warrantied for life, and are made in …
Meta Efficient 2011-10-26 22:04:38
I just replaced my shower filters, so I thought I’d update my best shower filter review from earlier this year. Each update to the review generates a lot of useful comments. So I’m incorporating what I’ve learned from those comments into this latest review. Why filter your shower? Well, because your skin is really good at absorbing things. For example, about 60% …
Meta Efficient 2010-10-03 00:53:10
The MetaEfficient Kitchen The kitchen is often the heart of a home – it’s one of the most-used rooms in a household for both working and socializing, so shouldn’t it be as functional and energy-efficient as possible? Here is a collection of design ideas and products, both big and small, to help you create a beautiful and efficient kitchen. Kitchen Cabinets – Refinishing …
Meta Efficient 2010-09-30 17:19:36
Top Ten Green Toys With the recent rash of toy recalls due to the use of harmful lead paints and suspected dangerous plastics containing phthalates and BPA, parents are demanding toys made with non-toxic, non-hazardous materials. Economic times being what they are, it helps to know you’re hard-earned money is going to trustworthy, earth-friendly companies. By using renewable materials such as bamboo, …
Meta Efficient 2010-09-28 20:00:21
It?s in our drinking water, our toothpaste and even the bottled juices and sodas we drink. Fluoride, according to the American Dental Association, is a key mineral in the fight against cavities and can even repair the early stages of tooth decay. The ADA warns, however, that, like any other nutrient, fluoride can be misused and, in some circumstances, can become …
Meta Efficient 2010-09-28 19:23:06
Efficient Glass Cleaner: Sprayway Recently, I received a can of Sprayway claiming to be the “World’s Best Glass Cleaner”. I quickly put it to the test in the bathroom after my 3 kids were done with their morning routine of spraying toothpaste and hair products all over the mirror. I was impressed. It cleared the destruction with a few quick swipes and …
Meta Efficient 2010-09-26 22:53:14
Brush. Floss. See your dentist. We all know the basics of keeping our mouths healthy, but if you?re hitting the high points and still having trouble staying out of the dental chair, there could be a missing link in your overall dental health plan: nutrition. We all know that eating our fruits and veggies and cutting down on the sugar is …
Meta Efficient 2010-09-23 21:08:24
AirJet Showerhead: A Low-Flow High-Powered Showerhead I’ve been testing the Air Jet showerhead, and so far I’ve been impressed. This is low-flow showerhead, but it creates a high pressure shower experience using simple physics. The showerhead draws in air, and the air is compressed and mixed into the water. As the air moves top the showerhead, it expands and the shower water …
Meta Efficient 2010-09-22 03:01:32
Choosing Sustainable Seafood (image: Monterey Bay Aquarium) Our food choices are a big part of our overall environmental impact, and seafood can seem like an environmental catch-22. Its popularity has been on the rise as part of a healthy diet, but some types of seafood are surprisingly un-green. So what makes a particular type of seafood environmentally friendly? Read on to learn …
Meta Efficient 2010-09-20 20:46:39
Men's Road Bikes Under $1,000 As a follow up to the Women’s Road Bikes Under $1,000, here’s one for the fellas. With road bike sales climbing daily, men everywhere are giving up their mid-life crisis sports car purchases in favor of the greener and more fitness-conscious choice of a sleek road bike. We all want to be Lance Armstrong ripping up those …
Meta Efficient 2010-09-17 16:54:28
Women's Road Bikes With the popularity of triathlons and charity bike rides reaching a fevered pitch, road bike sales have sky rocketed. The thrill of flying down a hill on your bike, the wind in your…. uh, helmet of course, is not just for kids anymore. Adults are embracing the love of the bicycle once again and recognizing the benefits bikes can …
Meta Efficient 2010-09-16 12:26:56
Best Commuter Bike Tires: Continental Travel Contact Once you?ve found the perfect bike, bag, rack, and helmet, you?re all set for gas-free commuting, right? Not quite – the right tires are an often-overlooked part of the package, and they can make all the difference for biking around town. Here are four of the best tires for commuters, blending traction, durability, and low …
Meta Efficient 2010-09-14 22:58:40
Chicago Center for Green Technology (image: City of Chicago) Great ideas for sustainable development sometimes just remain abstract concepts – that is, until they’re put into practice where they can serve as a showcase for their real potential. Such was the case with Chicago’s Center for Green Technology, the country’s first LEED Platinum municipal building – and an inspiration for subsequent development …
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