Elizabeth B. Goldsmith

Elizabeth B. Goldsmith, PhD, is a professor and Fulbright Scholar with expertise in work and family, consumer economics, and healthy indoor environments.

Articles & Books From Elizabeth B. Goldsmith

Cheat Sheet / Updated 03-27-2016
If you want to “green” the way you clean your home, these Earth-friendly alternatives to typical cleaning methods and water-conservation techniques can help you shrink your carbon footprint as you go about your daily business.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
Switching to greener cleaning practices can make your home a healthier place and save you money. Make the following easy, earth-friendly changes part of your green-clean lifestyle and you can reduce your carbon footprint at home. Old Way Green Way Running a load of wash in a hot dryer. Hang the laundry on the clothes line and let solar power do the work.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
Water is becoming the world’s most precious resource, and changing your cleaning habits contributes to water conservation. Practice these clean and green ways to conserve water and reduce water waste at home: Fix leaky faucets and running toilets immediately. Get a low-flow showerhead that restricts water flow to a maximum of 2.
Green Cleaning For Dummies
An authoritative guide to reducing household exposure to hazardous chemicalsThousands of household products contain toxic ingredients. Today, more and more people are seeking more natural cleaning methods to reduce their exposure to harsh chemicals. From the kitchen and bath to the living room and laundry, Green Cleaning For Dummies provides readers with green solutions to every common cleaning chore.