According to estimates, every American produces an average of 7.5 pounds of trash on a daily basis. This number may seem little but when you add it up, said waste will amount to one ton of trash a year! Now, multiply that with the US population and you will quickly realize why we need to recycle our wastes lest we find ourselves on sinking boat of trash. With that being said, here are ten more reason to recycle now. Continue reading →
Tips in Greening your Small Business
An interesting trivia: In the United States, 99 percent of all types of business organizations are considered small businesses. Thus, they have a significant influence on our country, be it in terms of the economy, of politics, of society and of the environment. And because small businesses account for 65 percent of national consumption, you can bet your bottom dollar that indeed any and all green initiatives, or the lack thereof, on their part will considerably impact on the environment. Continue reading →
Wind turbines as alternative sources of energy
The world today is waking up to the catastrophic effects of the overuse of fossil fuels that has led to environmental damage. Apart from the effect that these fossil fuels such as gasoline and coal have had on the environment, these resources are depleting fast and hence have become very expensive sources of energy. With erratic climate changes and the fear of global warming looming large, there is a conscious effort that is being put into developing alternative sources of energy that help us in containing the damage that has already been done and prevent further damage to the planet. Continue reading →
Greening Your Wheels Is As Easy as Counting 1,2,3
Perhaps more than any other invention in history, cars has had a profound impact on our society and our environment in both the positive and negative aspects. On one hand, the transportation industry makes for faster human mobility, easier delivery of basic services and closer linkages, to name a few benefits. On the other hand, automobiles are responsible for the huge amounts of air, water and land pollution as well as a variety of human diseases. That being the case, it is very important to start greening your ride with these easy tips. Just count to 10 and you’re done! Continue reading →
Going Green without Spending Green
We have this mistaken idea that to go green, we have to spend green dollars. Well, actually, you need not strain your budget just to adopt an eco-friendly lifestyle. In fact, you will be fattening up your wallets with these tips on going green without spending your green dollars. And trust us, these ways are easy, effective and convenient. Continue reading →
Going green for a better tomorrow
Going green and living naturally is a lifestyle choice that is either handed down to us by our parents conditioned by the environment that we live in or is a conscious decision that we make because of self realization and awakening. Over the years consumerism and commercialization had rendered us defunct, leaving us incapable of making the right decisions. Shiny packaging and sugary treats took over our minds, leaving us incapable of making the right lifestyle choices.
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Go Green and Avoid Using Plastic Bags When Shopping
If saving the planet is important to you, then one of the ways that you can go green is to stop using those plastic bags when you go shopping. Of course, you may be tired of using those plain old bags at the market, which is why designer canvas totes and market bags have become so popular. Now you are able to look good while you work on saving the environment.
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Earning Green Dollars by Being Green-Minded
Many people still think that living and loving the green life costs money, plenty of it. Well, nothing can be farther from the truth. Of course, you will spend money when you replace your incandescent bulbs with fluorescent lights, when you install residential solar and wind power facilities and when you install low-flow faucets, to name a few examples, but all these inexpensive green investments will pay for themselves sooner than later.
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10 Do-It-Yourself Projects for Living Greener
Living green does not involve spending plenty of money to transform your home into a more eco-friendly abode. In fact, it takes little time, effort and money to improve energy efficiency that, in turn, will lessen both your energy expenditures and carbon footprints. These 10 do-it-yourself budget-conscious projects should start you on the right path towards an environmentally-conscious home.
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Eco-Friendly Disinfectants - Cheaper & Healthier Alternative
It’s not hard to see why people want to take precautions and use disinfectants to help ward off some of the nasty germs and viruses that are making their way around the world. Parents, educators, businesses, and doctors are using more and more disinfectants to protect their kids, employees, students, and patients from these harmful, sometimes deadly, viruses. Continue reading →
