I live in an older home – one built before the widespread use of central air conditioning. And, from my experience over the past four decades, previous generations had a pretty clever way of staying ...

In the heat of summer, nothing beats hanging out in the backyard under the leafy cover of a beautiful shade tree. They can be wonderful additions to your outdoor space, like the magnolia, a flowering ...

A JAPANESE MAPLE was the deciding factor in our decision to move to a new condo in Seattle a few years ago. The old tree, right outside the front windows, brings the living presence of nature into our ...

A solar panel installation in your home can bring all sorts of benefits: lower electric bills, a smaller carbon footprint and even raising the value of your home. But what if your house is surrounded ...

Placing a canopy or umbrella over an outside air conditioner unit so that it is in the shade can help improve efficiency and lower energy costs. A spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Energy told ...

CANCER Council Queensland encouraged all Queensland schools to create shade for the future by getting involved in Schools Tree Day on Friday, July 31. Cancer Council Queensland used the day to promote ...