Sometimes, hearing the phrase “going green” can go right over our heads. It sounds like a buzzword, or something marketers use to get us to recycle more. While there isn’t anything wrong with that, this phrase can be easily ignored nowadays because it’s become so overused. When we think about “going green,” we often…
Tinker is for both educators and utilities. We provide K-12 education programs that are fully operational, using technology-driven resources to engage kids and young adults in a proven way of learning.
Did you know that the average American family uses about 400 gallons of water each day? We’ve covered some tips in the past on how to save water at home. But, it really is a family effort. If everyone in your family made one different choice each day that conserved water, think about how many…
California has already proven to be a pioneer state when it comes to big moves in energy efficiency and water conservation. One of its newest laws is taking the influence of the state one step further. Recently, California became the first state to pass a specific water law. This law limits household water use when…
All across the country, kids of all ages are heading back to school. Some have even already started! If you haven’t already implemented some water-saving techniques in your home during the summer, back to school time is a great opportunity to ‘start fresh.’ Most kids have a routine they develop when they go to school….
Aerators for sinks are specifically designed to help reduce water flow and conserve both water and energy. Of course, that just covers the basics.
There are actually many different benefits to using aerators that you can take advantage of. Faucet aerators are considered ‘green’ hardware. They’re easy to install and extremely cheap.
Could having a glass of your favorite local brew actually have a positive impact on the environment? Before you head off to happy hour, let’s dive a little deeper into this new revelation. It seems like craft breweries are popping up in droves all over the country. In fact, there are over 5,000 independently-run breweries…
The heat is on! Summer is just around the corner, and while it’s fun to relax at the beach, splash in the pool, and enjoy an icy beverage, warm temperatures aren’t all fun and games. As the climate continually increases, droughts are becoming more common than ever before. There are certain parts of the country…
Unfortunately, droughts have been a frequent topic of conversation over the last several years. They’ve been an especially hot topic in the state of California. While it’s easy to ‘forget’ about the dangers of a drought when we’re not in one, they can be pretty scary when you’re in the middle of one! Thankfully, there…
Spring has finally sprung, and for a lot of people, that means planting beautiful gardens. Whether you’re more of a ‘stop and smell the flowers’ kind of person, or you like the gratification of a rich vegetable garden, you know how important it is to care for your plants on a daily basis. Of course,…
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