Wednesday, August 31, 2016
Reading Time: 2 minutes Below is a special guest post from CORT, a company offering a variety of services from home and office furniture rental to relocation and destination services. When most people think of renovations, they think of adding in new color schemes and furniture pieces to change up the style of their apartment. Renovating can also involve […]
Tuesday, August 30, 2016
Reading Time: 4 minutes In the past, “going green” was considered by many as a vague, passing trend for community managers of apartment buildings. Today, environmentally friendly living is a top priority for both renters and community staff, as sustainability has become a widely recognized global matter. From transitioning to energy-saving appliances to limiting water waste, apartment communities are […]
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
Reading Time: 3 minutes In the summer it can be challenging to keep an apartment cool. This is especially true if you live in an upper-floor home or high-rise apartment community. Air conditioning is not always the answer; not everyone has access to it and it can be quite expensive to use. While energy costs are forever on the […]
Saturday, January 9, 2016
Reading Time: 3 minutes As the New Year kicks into full swing, it’s time to take stock of old habits and often resolve to start anew–fresher, brighter, and more productive than before. Giving back to the environment is an admirable New Year’s Resolution, if not daily pastime, that’s never too late to start. While renting an apartment may not […]
Monday, May 11, 2015
Reading Time: 3 minutes The phrase “going green” has become the watch cry of a movement that urges us to take a greater responsibility for the impact we have on the planet. Going green is about minimizing negative effects on the environment and maximizing positive contributions towards a sustainable future. It is possible that you have heard the phrase […]
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Reading Time: < 1 minute Are you feeling discouraged because you don’t have a lot of space in your apartment? Have you just moved into a posh NYC metro area apartment and want to make your flat look…well…less flat? We know you can’t physically make your small space bigger, and your decorating choices may be restricted by rental rules. But, […]
Monday, November 29, 2010
Reading Time: < 1 minute Making a difference this holiday season can include volunteering, donating to an organization, or helping out another family. But don’t forget about the environment too! Here are some tips to do your part through the holidays. FACT: Between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day, American throw away a million EXTRA tons (900,000 metric tons) of garbage […]
Monday, October 4, 2010
Reading Time: < 1 minute Return excess hazardous products, spills, or drips to the original container. Pesticides, herbicides, oil paints, paint cleaners, and oil and transmission fluids should never be flushed into a water system, disposed of on the ground, or put into household refuse. Visit www.earth911.org to help find locations to recycle hazardous waste, batteries, etc. you can search […]
Monday, August 30, 2010
Reading Time: < 1 minute Getting a new computer or other electronics for school? Make sure to purchase energy efficient models. Use reusable lunch bags for children to take their lunch in. Pack healthy fruits and vegetables instead of prepackaged snacks and a reusable water bottle or thermos for them to take their drinks in instead of prepackaged drinks. Academic […]
Monday, August 2, 2010
Reading Time: < 1 minute You make decisions every day in your homes that affect the environment. Are you ready to make a difference? Use your appliances with an energy-efficient mindset and you can immediately reduce the harm to our planet. Here are some air conditioning tips: Set your thermostat at a comfortable setting (76 degrees) when you are in […]
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