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Going Green Fast
Ten quick and easy tips to start living a greener lifestyle today.
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High Energy Bills Got You Down
Creative ways to decrease energy bills in the home.
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How to Green Your Online Activity
Online technology consumes more energy than you might think: here are some ways to improve efficiency.
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Mining: Cutting energy costs
Mining is traditionally an extremely energy-intensive exercise. Increased efficiency in mines has been accomplished by some unexpected means.
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Sustainable Building Principles
Before investigating green building options, identify ways to reduce a building's footprint and reuse existing building stock.
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Energy Efficiency in New Zealand
The New Zealand Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy seeks to promote sustainability and improve the quality of life for New Zealand families.
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Save Energy to Stop Global Warming
Many people think that they are powerless to stop Global Warming. They are wrong. Here are ten steps that can make any home an environmentally friendly enclave.
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Attic Ventilation: Venting Hot Air
Attic Ventilation is essential for exhausting hot air, to ease the load on the air conditioner, and to lower utility bills. This can be done with roof vents and fans.
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Energy Efficient Healthcare Center
Healthcare systems and hospitals are increasingly turning to green options, such as using efficient lighting, when renovating existing structures and building new sites.
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Landscaping, the Original 'Green' Technique
A 'green' home improvement approach typically refers to new energy technologies that reduce energy consumption. But landscaping is the original 'green' technique.
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LED Use Reduces Electrical Loads
Light emitting diode (LED) technology offers new energy saving solutions for general illumination tasks, especially in commercial applications.
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Ontario's Energy Prices Rise to Curb Use
Over-consumption of electricity led to an historic blackout, but is the Ontario Government wise on pushing ahead with forcing higher electricity prices?
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Residential Wind Turbines FAQ
Residential wind turbines represent a green and renewable energy technology and a way for the homeowner to lessen dependence on the electrical power grid.
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US Energy Sources and American Use of Energy
Although the US has large sources of energy, mainly fossil fuels, American energy production is dwarfed by energy intensive consumption.
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World Overpopulation Killing Earth
By 2050 there may be 9 billion of us. This will put a huge strain on our planet, leading to poverty, unemployment and starvation for many.
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Energy Conservation and U.S. Energy Independence
Energy conservation could play a large role in achieving American energy independence. Energy efficiency is a cost effective means of reducing dependence on foreign oil.
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Global Warming and Your Car
Help stop Global Warming. Follow these guidelines when buying, driving or maintaing an automobile. The Earth will thank you
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Green Home Building Takes Off
The green building movement is gathering momentum and both general contractors and remodeling contractors are educating themselves on materials and ENERGY STAR appliances
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The End of Fossil Energy
A review of John G. Howe's book about peak oil and its implications for modern society
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Clean Energy
As we start to better understand the impacts of climate change, energy use is a clear issue. In Australia, Geothermal and Solar Thermal technologies are being explored.
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National Hanging Out Day
April 19,2001 is National Hanging Out Day. A day dedicated to reintroduce outside clotheslines in neighbourhoods all across North America.
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10 Green Changes You Can Make
Provides 10 simple changes to reduce energy consumption for those new to greener living. Targeted at those reluctant but interested in adopting better energy habits.
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The Peak Oil Debate
Several organizations, researchers and analysts disagree with the idea that world oil production is approaching a terminal decline.
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Endless Summer: Perpetual Energy Resources
What we need is an energy source that won't run out, isn't toxic, and is readily available worldwide. Oh, wait - we already have one.,What we need is an energy source that won't run out, isn't toxic, and is readily available worldwide. Oh, wait - we already have one.
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Helping The Environment
In July 1990, Leicester was designated Britain's first Environmental City. What has it been doing to live upto this role?
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Alternative Methods to Quit Smoking
Nicotine patches, gums, and other nicotine replacements can be great ways to quit smoking. But often they're not enough. These alternative methods help you quit smoking.
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Computers III: Producing the Silicon Chip Part II
While computer manufacture is considered environmentally sound, engineers should still be looking toward improving techniques.
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Energy Conservation Landscaping
Saving Energy in Your Garden.
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Global Warming - What Can You Do?
Environmentally-friendly tips to reduce Greehouse Gas emissions, conserve energy and minimize our impact on the environment
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How Much Water Do You Really Use?
Americans waste a shocking amount of water everyday. Water conservation not only helps to preserve a scarce resource, conserving water saves energy
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Is Nuclear Power Green?
Green house gas emissions, fossil fuel shortages and global warming happening now, we must consider nuclear power as a viable technology for our future energy needs.
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Mining Creates Dirty Gold
Many toxins are exposed into our environment through mining. Learn about ways we can all help decrease the social and environmental damage.
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Nine Wind-Powered Web Hosts
A guide to Web hosting companies that use wind power or wind energy offsets to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.
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Nurture a Small-Home Mentality
In a housing world that seems like everyone has super-sized, there is a new trend to downsize and create a smaller footprint.
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Save Money on Energy Bills
Heating and Electricity prices are going up and household budgets are tight. These money saving tips will help reduce utility bills.
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Say No To Plastic Bags
We can lessen our environmental footprint by minimizing our use of plastic shopping bags. If we do so, our world will become a cleaner, safer place for all living things
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Small Solar Devices Save Money
Save money and energy and reduced your carbon footprint with small appliances, gadgets, and chargers powered by the sun.
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Alternative Energy
As carbon-based energy supplies are dwindling, other sources of energy are being explored
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Carbon Offset Program for Travel
A luxury hotel company has joined a carbon offset program to reduce greenhouse gases. Sustainable Travel also has many other programs to make it easier to travel green.
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Centre for Life, Newcastle upon Tyne
Situated within two minutes' walk of the main railway and Metro station, Newcastle's Centre for Life aims to inspire the next generation of scientists.
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Cereal and Forage Crops an Introduction
A brief introduction into cereal and forage crops.
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Computers I: Effects of automation
Computers have changed our lives since the late 20th century. Environmentally speaking, computers have been a mixed blessing.
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Conserving Resources
Tips for saving water and electricity.
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Eco Friendly Christmas Gift Giving
Green shoppers can resist the urge to buy cute organic t-shirts, designer grocery totes, or high efficiency appliances. This year, givers think outside the big box.
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EIFS
EIFS or Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems are an interesting exterior wall cladding that is used in both residential and commercial applications. Read on to find more about this alternative cladding material.
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Energy Saving Home
The art of cooling down without turning on the air conditioner.
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Going Green for the Holidays (2)
A guide to choosing environmentally friendly gifts and shopping "green" during the holidays.
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Grow Vegetables in Containers
Create a victory garden in containers and have homegrown food. Learn about growing a fruit and vegetable garden in small spaces.
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Have an Eco-friendly Holiday
Having a green holiday can be fun! Learn how to trim a tree, wrap gifts and prepare a feast in a more environmentally happy way.
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Mining: Waste reduction
Engineers and scientist are finding ways to reduce the environmental costs of mining.
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