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DIY
Opportunity cost and the home
by
Paddy Hirsch
May 20, 2014
Opportunity cost isn't just for economists; it's for real people, too!
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Can you make money helping out Google Helpouts?
Nov 5, 2013
Google launches its new video-conferencing advice and how-to service, called Google Helpouts.
DIY planes in Kenya
by
Molly Wood
Jul 5, 2013
In Kenya, a growing group of amateur aviation enthusiasts are building homemade flying machines out of everything from junk metal to old car engines.
The Toaster Project: Building a toaster from scratch
by
Kai Ryssdal
Dec 14, 2011
Thomas Thwaites discusses how --and why -- he built a toaster from the bottom up.
How can I figure out where my home is using energy? How can I do my own energy audit?
by
Adriene Hill
Jul 30, 2010
Easy Answer: We've made a Do-It-Yourself Energy Audit guide for you (with help from the Department of Energy and Consumer Reports)....
DIY Energy Audit: Appliances
by
Adriene Hill
Jul 30, 2010
Your appliances can be energy hogs--especially that old fridge you keep in the garage. Want to know just how much it's costing you?...