Hydroponics: Bring Water to Life

Rows of leafy green plants growing in a vertical hydroponic system with controlled lighting.

Ask anyone familiar with hydroponic gardening and they are likely to tell you it’s the wave of the future. As the world’s population increases and pressure on Earth’s resources is pushed toward the extreme, hydroponics offers a sustainable alternative. Hydroponic production does not require acres of premier farmland for growing plants. Since it relies upon […]

Best Smart-Home Tech on a Budget

Person sitting on a couch, holding a smartphone displaying a timer set at 10 seconds.

Q: How can smart-home technology help me lower my power bill? A: Smart technology can make it easier to save energy by simplifying or automating tasks. It can also optimize energy use to reduce waste and improve efficiency. When upgrading to smart technology at home, consider the purchase cost as well as long-term savings. For […]