Articles written by Laurence O'Sullivan
All 168 articles written by Laurence O'Sullivan
Category: Perennial Plants
Solidago, Helenium and Rudbekia are some favorite fall perennials that give a splendid array of flowers. Brighten up Fall gardens with red and white favorite perennials. more...
Category: Perennial Plants
Anemones, Delphiniums, Hollyhocks and Foxglove are just some of the very large and versatile range of summer flowering perennials available for temperate gardens. more...
Category: Perennial Plants
Popular spring blooming perennials, such as Bergenia, Dicentra and Helleborus are long lasting plants, easy to care for, and makes for colorful New Year Gardens. more...
Category: Climate Change
Arctic climate feedbacks, such as declining sea ice, glacier retreat, warming ocean surface and thawing permafrost, will have severe global environmental impacts. more...
Category: Bulbs
Snowdrops and daffodils, the first flowers of spring, with tulips, hyacinths and crocuses are among the most popular bulbs to ensure colorful winter and spring gardens. more...
Category: Perennial Plants
Hostas or the Plantain Lily are shade loving plants with stunning multicolored foliage. Hostas are easy to grow and produce delicate lily-like flowers. more...
Category: Shrubs
The Lantana plant, an easy to grow shrub, with aromatic flower clusters and stunning colors, is valued for its long reliable flowering season. more...
Category: Automotive Safety
Widespread acceptance of the modern safety belt, invented in August 1959, combined with road safety legislation, led to a huge decrease in car accident fatalities. more...
Category: Gardening Products
Pruning is a necessary and difficult garden task. Choosing good pruning tools such as shears, loppers and secateurs, help make pruning gardens a pleasure. more...
Category: Gardening Products
From trimming and pruning to weeding and propagating good gardeners should always use the correct garden tools. Proper gardening tools produce better looking gardens. more...
Category: Perennial Plants
From providing a glorious show of color in the spring garden to producing unsurpassed indoor fragrant cut flowers, the Peony Rose is a versatile perennial plant. more...
Category: Article Composition
Inspired use of foreign words and phrases can impress editors. The correct use of foreign phrases in creative writing can enhance the narrative and add zest to dialogue. more...
Category: Shrubs
The Desert Rose is a succulent plant that gives a profusion of pink and red flowers. A colorful garden plant, it is also ideal as a houseplant or potted patio plant. more...
Category: Houseplants (general)
Mother-in-law's tongue, also known as Sansevieria or Snake Plant makes an ideal indoor plant. It produces elegant variegated foliage, yet is an easy to care for plant. more...
Category: Reforestation
The continuing environmental damage to tropical rainforests, dubbed the "Lungs of the Earth", has negative impacts on biodiversity, climate and ecosystems. more...
Category: Perennial Plants
Vigorous climbers, with masses of colorful blooms clematis is an ideal perennial plant for all types of gardens that can provide beautiful all year round garden color. more...
Category: Shrubs
Viburnum is a versatile shrub with year round appeal. With showy fragrant flowers and attractive summer and fall foliage, the viburnum can grace all types of gardens. more...
Category: Pollution Control
Increased use of plastic as a convenience leads to environmental pollution. On land, waste plastic is an eyesore while at sea plastic is a lethal marine pollutant. more...
Category: Plants & Bulbs (general)
For an ideal garden shrub, nothing beats the vivid Hypericum. An easy to grow plant, with plenty varieties to choose from, Hypericum adds summer sunshine to all gardens. more...
Category: Personal Loans
Often seen as a short term solution to financial problems, payday loans can in fact lead to long term debt problems. Repeat use of payday loans leads to a debt treadmill. more...
The Environmental Legacy of Coal: Coal as a Source of Energy Continues to Damage the Environment
Category: Environmentalism (general)
Coal is the most environmentally damaging fossil fuel. Coal mining, coal transport and coal use as an energy source add to the negative environmental legacy of coal. more...
Category: Reforestation
The rise in the use of biofuels has encouraged the growth of palm oil production. But oil palm plantations have negative environmental impacts on tropical rainforests. more...
Category: Ivies/Climbing/Hanging Plant
The Swiss cheese plant, with lush perforated leaves makes a dramatic addition to indoor plant collections. Easy to grow and drought tolerant it's a popular houseplant. more...
Category: Houseplants (general)
With outstanding foliage and a wide variety of plant colors the Dracaena is a fine addition to indoor gardens. The ornamental Lucky Bamboo is ideal for home and office. more...
Category: Waste Reduction
E-waste is a growing environmental problem which does not lend itself to traditional waste management solutions. An integrated life cycle approach to e-waste is needed. more...
Irreversible Environmental Changes: Ecosystem Changes Could Lead to Permanent Environmental Damage
Category: Environmentalism (general)
Many studies have shown that environmental degradation is occurring at an increasing rate. These changes in the environment could lead to lasting environmental damages. more...
Category: Climate Change
Changes in the environment are occurring on a global scale. These environmental changes are a result of the effects of global warming and climate change. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
The diminishing ability of the Southern Ocean to act as a carbon sink has negative environmental impacts both on the ocean itself and on the global environment. more...
Category: Energy Conservation
Switching to "clean energy" sources will not solve the environmental problems associated with energy use. Alternative sources of energy can also damage the environment. more...
Category: Energy Conservation
Traditional sources of energy, such as coal, oil and gas have serious consequences for the environment. Energy production and use can have serious environmental impacts. more...
Category: Pollution Control
Reports on the Asian brown cloud show that while masking the global temperature rise, it has local and global negative environmental impacts. more...
Category: Bulbs
The Amaryllis and Hippeastrum are a gardener's ideal plants. Easy to grow, with large showy flowers, they are perfect in garden beds, as house plants or Christmas gifts. more...
Category: Cocktails
Vodka is an ideal cocktail base since it allows the flavor of the other ingredients to dominate. Because of this vodka cocktails have become popular alcoholic drinks. more...
Category: Plants & Bulbs (general)
In the U.S. the Poinsettia outsells all other potted plants combined. With its flaming red color and star shaped flowers it is the ideal Christmas plant. more...
Non Alcoholic Cocktail Drinks: Mocktails, Cocktails Without Alcohol, for Adults and Children
Category: Cocktails
For those that do not use alcohol or for children, cocktails without alcohol are an ideal drink. Mocktails are a refreshing and healthy alternative to alcohol cocktails. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
Recent reports suggest that damage to the environment is increasing, due to global warming, increasing population and the drive for economic growth. more...
Category: Cocktails
Tequila, one of the most popular cocktail mixers, is an ideal base for exotic cocktails. Many of the most popular cocktails contain Tequila and orange flavored liqueurs. more...
Category: Plants & Bulbs (general)
Gardening success with the Bird of Paradise Plant requires knowledge of Strelitzia problems. Because it is such a unique plant, Strelitzia has unique gardening problems. more...
Category: Energy Conservation
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. more...
Category: Climate Change
The Arctic Report Card confirms that global warming is changing the environment of the arctic region with less ice cover and higher air temperatures. more...
Category: Energy Conservation
American automobile use is the main driver of foreign oil imports. Attempts to supply this demand from traditional energy sources would carry a high environmental price. more...
Category: Pollution Control
Despite pollution controls, air pollution, enhanced by global warming, continues to damage the environment and endanger the health of the public. more...
Category: Climate Change
Despite the Kyoto Protocol, CO2 emissions continue their upward trend. Figures from the Global Carbon Project show that the IPCC worst case scenarios could be exceeded. more...
Category: Landscaping (general)
Beautiful seaside gardens need the correct garden landscape to thrive. Planning to counter wind, salt spray and soil problems will ensure a beautiful seaside garden. more...
Preparing Fiction for Publication: Correctly Drafting a Short Story to Ensure Writing Success
Category: Writing Fiction (general)
Preparing a short story for publication requires critical redrafting to ensure it meets the editor's requirements. Fiction submissions should be technically flawless. more...
Category: Perennial Plants
Rhododendrons are shrubs for all seasons. Evergreen leaves in winter with multicolored blooms from early spring. Most types of gardens are enhanced by Rhododendrons. more...
Category: Environmental Activism
Top down environmental policies are necessary to curb climate change, but community owned environmental projects have huge potential to curb global warming. more...
Helpful Hints for Writing Success: Tips for Budding Writers to Get Published
Category: Freelance Writing (general)
Writing may be an art, but getting published depends on mastering the craft of writing. An author wishing to get into print should master the tools of the writing trade. more...
Sarah Palin's Environmental Record: Governor Palin's Stance On Environmental Issues
Category: Environmental Activism
In the battle against global warming, Alaska is an environmental front line state. Governor Palin's policy on environmental issues could impact on global climate change. more...
Winter Planting for Spring Blooms: Plant Spring Bulbs in Winter for Garden Color in Spring
Category: Bulbs
Planting spring bulbs in winter will ensure colorful gardens in Spring. Choose the correct bulbs and select a suitable bulb planting area for best garden results. more...
Simple Guide to the Kyoto Protocol: Environmental Provisions of the Climate Change Treaty at Kyoto
Category: Environmental Organizations
The Kyoto Protocol, with its binding CO2 emission levels and greenhouse gas reduction mechanisms, is central to the climate change debate. more...
Garden Planters and Flower Containers: Container Gardening with Flower Pots and Garden Urns
Category: Garden Styles
Flower pots and plant containers add interest to all types of gardens. Correctly chosen plant containers from terracotta pots to stone urns enhance all garden locations. more...
Category: Trees
Plumeria, commonly called the Frangipani Tree, has acquired mystical status in Southeast Asia. It is an ornamental tree with scented flowers that is easy to grow. more...
Focal Plants for all Season Gardens: Choose Plants to Give Garden Focal Points All Year Round
Category: Garden Styles
Eye catching plants can be ideal to give focus to a garden. Choosing the correct focal plant can give any garden an all year round appeal. more...
Christmas Cards and Christmas Crackers: The History of Cards and Crackers at Christmas
Category: Holiday Entertaining
Christmas Cards and Christmas crackers owe their popularity to the work of three people, Louis Prang, Sir Henry Cole and Tom Smith. more...
Increased Use of Renewable Energies: Rising Uptake in Alternative Sources of Energy
Category: Energy Conservation
Renewable energies, such as wind, solar and hydro, help curb carbon dioxide emissions. Increased use of these alternative energies bodes well for the environment. more...
Caring for the Bird of Paradise Plant: Successful Growing of Strelitzia, the Crane Flower
Category: Plants & Bulbs (general)
Bird of Paradise plants add an exotic touch to gardens and houses. Proper care for a crane flower ensures that it can be grown as a garden plant or for ornamental use. more...
Category: Plants & Bulbs (general)
Mistletoe, a parasitic plant which grows on trees, is mainly associated with Christmas. There are many mistletoe legends and the Mistletoe may have medicinal properties. more...
Category: Plants & Bulbs (general)
Many legends surround holly, a favorite Christmas decoration. Not all holly is evergreen and the familiar red holly berries are produced only by the female holly plant. more...
Materials Best Suited to Recycling: Environmental Benefits of Household Waste Recycling
Category: Waste Reduction
Recycling is the most important of the three R's, Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. Recycling Paper, aluminum, glass and plastic produce large savings in energy and materials. more...
High Cost of Gasoline Boosts Bicycle Use: Pedal Power, a Greener Option and Saves on Gasoline
Category: Saving Energy
The increasing cost of gasoline and concerns over global warming are giving a new lease of life to the bicycle. Bike use is being encouraged across the globe. more...
Growing an Escallonia Plant: Escallonia Is an Ideal Plant For All Types of Gardens
Category: Plants & Bulbs (general)
For hedging or as a climber, the Escallonia is an ideal plant. Escallonia is versatile and can be grown as a bush, container plant and even in a rockery. more...
Potential Growth of Wind Energy: Wind Has Large Potential as an Alternative Source of Energy
Category: Energy Conservation
Wind energy could supply up to 20% of world electricity generation. Despite problems, wind power has great potential as an alternative source of energy. more...
Flexible Fuel Vehicles: Alternative Fuel Autos Designed to Run on Ethanol Gasoline Mixture
Category: Green Fuels/Vehicles
Despite problems,Flexible Fuel Vehicles can combat the rising cost of gasoline, cut down on dependence on imported fossil fuels and help curb greenhouse gas emissions. more...
Departing From Bangkok Airport: Navigating the Departures Terminal at the New Airport in Bangkok
Category: Thailand Travel
When leaving Thailand, navigating the new Bangkok Airport need not be a problem. Learn about Arrival, Check-in, Passport Control, shopping and finding departure gates. more...
CO2 Not the Only Greenhouse Gas: Global Warming Potential Gases Other Than Carbon Dioxide
Category: Environmentalism (general)
Although carbon dioxide is the largest agent of global warming, there are other greenhouse gases. Methane, nitrous oxide and fluorocarbons all add to climate change. more...
A Green Policy on Plastic Bag Use: Eco Friendly Shopping Can Help Combat Global Warming
Category: Waste Reduction
Plastic shopping bags have a large environmental impact. Countries and individuals will have to adopt a more green policy in order to limit plastic bag use. more...
Growing a Fuchsia Shrub: Fuchsias Are Very Popular Garden Shrubs and Easy to Care For
Category: Shrubs
Available in a vast array of colors, Fuchsias are very popular garden shrubs. The Fuchsia flowers have an exotic appearance, adding life and elegance to any garden. more...
Reducing Carbon Footprints: Stop Global Warming by Personal Reductions in Carbon Emissions
Category: Pollution Control
Personal carbon footprints are a measure of the amount of carbon dioxide an individual emits. By reducing personal carbon footprints people can help stop global warming. more...
Problems with Biofuels: Eco Friendly Alternative Fuels or Environmental Hazards?
Category: Energy Conservation
Are biofuels an eco friendly alternative fuel? There are questions as to their use as an alternative energy, their impact on biodiversity and the environment. more...
Biofuels for Green Energy: Ethanol and Biodiesel as Alternative Fuels
Category: Pollution Control
Biofuels are becoming important as alternative fuels in the fight against greenhouse gas emissions. They also help to cut down on the use of fossil fuels. more...
Asbestos Health Effects: The Ill Effects of this Naturally Occurring Mineral
Category: Environmentalism (general)
Learn the different types of asbestos used in industry, its effects on health and asbestos removal methods. more...
Hybrid Cars and Global Warming: Automobiles that Give Better Fuel Economy and Lower Greenhouse Gases
Category: Green Fuels/Vehicles
What are hybrid cars? The advantages, disadvantages and future of hybrid vehicles and their effect on global warming and greenhouse gas emissions. more...
Freiburg Germany Travel Guide: Historic University Town and Gateway to the Black Forest
Category: Germany Travel
Freiburg, Germany, with its historic University and gateway to the Black Forest, is an ideal German vacation. It has year round activities and a yearly wine festival. more...
Create Blooming Winter Gardens: Add Color with Climbing Plants and Winter Flowers
Category: Plants & Bulbs (general)
Use Weeping Winter Jasmine, Clematis, Honeysuckle and other climbing plants to color winter gardens. Vigorous climbing plants can be used for cover of unsightly walls. more...
Free Software for Digital Photos: Freeware to Manage, Edit, Organize and Email Digital Images
Category: Freeware/Shareware
Use free image editing software to organize digital photos. There are many free programs, some approaching commercial quality, available to deal with digital images. more...
Lowering Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Using Nuclear Power to Fight Global Warming
Category: Pollution Control
Nuclear Power has been ignored in the past in favor of alternative energy sources. Here are the pros and cons of the nuclear option in the fight against global warming. more...
A Guide to the Irish Wolfhound: A Magnificent Hound and Yet a Gentle Giant
Category: Dog Breeds
The Irish wolfhound is a magnificent hound, with remarkable strength, yet gracefully built. The tallest dog breed in the world, it is a trusting, gentle giant. more...
Making Windows Run Faster: Maintain an Operating System at Peak Performance
Category: Computer Software (general)
Optimization programs and good practice combat "Windows Rot" and maintain Windows operating systems at peak performance. more...
Category: Food Facts
The health benefits of Olive Oil, its history and versatility. An Olive oil rich diet has helped mankind for the past 10,000 years. more...
Chiang Mai for Children and Teens: Leisure Activities in the Northern Capitol of Thailand
Category: Thailand Travel
Visit Chiang Mai, with its Twilight Zoo, Elephant Training center and Insect World. Experience Thai culture while keeping children and teens happy. more...
Mai Lai and its Legacy: The Vietnam War Massacre, its Effects, its Heroes and Villains
Category: Modern US History
The impact of the Mai Lai massacre on the Vietnam War, the American military and the American public. The heroes of Mai Lai, like the villains, were American soldiers. more...
Chinese Problems with Tibet: The Tibetan Uprising Spells Problems for the Presidency of Hu Jintao
Category: China
With the Beijing Olympics imminent The Tibet Autonomous Region continue to tarnish China's human rights record. Now even dialogue with the Dalai Lama may be too late. more...
Thailand Medical Tourism: Thailand’s Unique Character Makes it Ideal as a Health Center
Category: Thailand Travel
Thailand, with its level of service, varied medical care, types of procedures offered and its less expensive cost, is ideal as a Medical Tourism Health Center. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
The Alberta tar sands have created lakes of industrial mining waste, destruction of Alberta's boreal forest and are the fastest growing source of GHG emissions in Canada. more...
Category: Climate Change
Different measures of global greenhouse gas emissions have China as either a major carbon polluter or a minor emitter of CO2. The U.S. is a major polluter in all methods. more...
Category: Perennial Plants
A vigorous climbing vine, with draping racemes of fragrant flowers, the Wisteria plant with its stunning blooms is ideal for garden entrances, porches and porticoes. more...
Category: Climate Change
Changing weather patterns across the U.S., from dwindling ice cover in Alaska to increasing frequency of North Atlantic storms, all confirm the reality of climate change. more...
Category: Green Fuels/Vehicles
Auto companies are scrambling to produce cars that run on green energy, but the viable alternatives to fossil fuels seem confined to electricity, bioenergy and hydrogen. more...
Category: Perennial Plants
The Red Ginger plant is a spectacular focal plant in the garden and with its glossy green leaves and showy flowers is ideal for tropical flower arrangements. more...
Category: Perennial Plants
For vibrant summer flowers with a profusion of red and orange blossoms, the Red Bird of Paradise plant is truly the Peacock Flower of tropical gardens. more...
Category: Green Fuels/Vehicles
The Toyota Prius by becoming the bestselling car in Japan, shows that modern hybrid cars, with better fuel ratings and lower prices are becoming popular to auto buyers. more...
Category: Energy Conservation
Barriers to unlocking energy efficiencies in the commercial sector can be overcome by greater use of efficiency standards, energy awareness education and new technology. more...
Category: Energy Conservation
Energy efficiency measures in the U.S. residential sector could provide a low cost energy resource while delivering large financial energy savings to householders. more...
Category: Thailand Travel
Thailand is a land of many diverse regions. Experience mountains and rainforests, beaches and coral reefs, vibrant Bangkok and brash Pattaya from five star luxury hotels. more...
Category: Cocktails
Wine and brandy add a touch of luxury to all drink mixes. Use sparkling wine for cocktails with zest, brandy for strong smooth drinks and wine for light summer cocktails. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
The American environment is changing. The environmental impacts of global warming are occurring already and climate-related environmental changes are set to increase. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
The Ogallala Aquifer irrigates most of the high plains of America. Intensive farming is depleting this finite environmental asset quicker than nature can replenish it. more...
Category: Pollution Control
State of the Air 2009 notes some improvements in air quality, but claims overall, rising levels of ozone and particulate matter give cause for environmental concern. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
From tourism to fishing, from climate change to pollution, the Great Barrier Reef, a haven of biodiversity, is coming under increasing environmental stress. more...
Category: Shrubs
Ranging from pale white blooms to spectacular red mop-heads, hydrangeas are a vibrant ornamental shrub that adds long lasting summer and fall colors to all flowerbeds. more...
Category: Reforestation
The orangutan habitat is confined to the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra. The environmental damage to the habitat could lead to the extinction of the orangutan. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
Polar climate change is now affecting Antarctica. The changing Antarctic environment will have global impacts on sea levels and local impacts on the fate of the penguins. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
The supply of freshwater is critical to the environment. Global freshwater shortages, from human activity and climate change pose a threat to environmental biodiversity. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
Rising sea levels and increased ocean acidity, largely driven by global warming, herald looming environmental changes for coastal regions and marine biodiversity. more...
Category: Reforestation
North American forests, havens of biodiversity and large carbon sinks, are coming under increased environmental pressure from human activity and climate change. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
The Maldives face a looming environmental disaster. Rising sea levels caused by global warming threaten these Indian Ocean paradise islands with environmental extinction. more...
Category: Waste Reduction
Hazardous waste export causes environmental problems in developing countries. The environmental benefits of reducing waste are negated when waste material is exported. more...
Category: Houseplants (general)
The Dumbcane plant is a tried and tested houseplant. A tropical plant with large variegated leaves, Dieffenbachia is easy to grow and provides elegant indoor foliage. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
The eco-friendly absence of greenhouse gas emissions from nuclear power, a carbon free source of energy, is negated by other environmental aspects of nuclear energy. more...
Category: Desert/Water-wise Gardens (general)
A very dramatic plant, with stunning blue tinged leaves, the Mexican Blue Palm is a very hardy palm, easy to grow and in summer provides an exotic flower display. more...
Category: Perennial Plants
The aloe vera plant is not only an elegant ornamental plant; its succulent green leaves are a source of Aloe Vera gel which has natural first aid and cosmetic properties. more...
The Rubber Plant as an Ornamental House Plant: An Ideal Indoor Plant with Dark Green Glossy Leaves
Category: Houseplants (general)
A very popular houseplant and easy to care for, the rubber plant is an ideal ornamental house plant and adds a welcome touch of greenery to any indoor area. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
The hazardous environmental state of the polar bear, an iconic symbol of Arctic biodiversity, could be an omen of global environmental peril. more...
Environmental Hazards of Electronic Waste: The Negative Environmental Impacts of E-waste Disposal
Category: Waste Reduction
New technology breeds electronic obsolescence, creating a growing e-waste environmental problem. Even electronic waste recycling can have negative environmental impacts. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
Coral Reefs, the marine equivalent to tropical rainforests, are losing their environmental struggle against bleaching, climate change, pollution and overfishing more...
Category: Cocktails
The unique aroma of rum makes it an ideal base for cocktails. The refined taste ensures that cocktails made with rum always produce tropical flavored alcoholic drinks. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
Global warming, habitat loss, farming and over fishing are causing increased loss of biodiversity. Changing environmental factors are putting the planet in peril. more...
Category: Plants & Bulbs (general)
As a houseplant or an outdoor plant, begonias are a gardener's delight. Begonias can be used in flowerbeds, in containers, in hanging baskets and as houseplants. more...
Category: Cocktails
Evoke the tastes of Thailand, with easy to make Thai cocktails. With a wide variety of exotic fruits available, cocktails from Thailand are refreshing and easy to make. more...
Category: Cocktails
For a refreshing tangy flavor, cocktails made with gin are perfect cooling off drinks. Combine gin with juices such as grapefruit and pineapple to add bite to cocktails. more...
Category: Garden Styles
Small apartments inhibit gardening scope. A vertical garden, with simple plants and sensible plant containers, ensures constant greenery with minimum use of floor space. more...
Category: Energy Conservation
Replacing gasoline with biofuels offers a means towards energy independence. More eco-friendly than traditional sources of energy, biofuels do have environmental impacts. more...
Category: Plants & Bulbs (general)
The spectacular Heliconia is exotic and graceful. It is ideal as a landscape focal plant, thrives as a potted plant and lasts for ages as a decorative cut flower. more...
The Typewriter as a Writing Tool: A Machine that Symbolized Writers now an Obsolete Technology
Category: Literary Culture (general)
The typewriter symbolized the golden age of writing in the last century. It not only helped produce great literature, but often became part of the story itself. more...
Suitable Plants for Seaside Gardens: Plants and Shrubs to Ensure Success for Gardens by the Seaside
Category: Garden Styles
Not all plants are suited to the seaside environment. For successful seaside gardening it is important to choose plants that thrive in seaside gardens. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
Methane is a more powerful global warming agent than CO2. In addition to man-made methane levels, rising levels of CO2 could release vast amounts of natural methane. more...
Category: Energy Conservation
Although the US has large sources of energy, mainly fossil fuels, American energy production is dwarfed by energy intensive consumption. more...
Grow Azaleas for Spectacular Spring Blooms: Azaleas Produce Brilliant Flowers in Many Colors
Category: Perennial Plants
Azaleas are popular garden shrubs. Azaleas are easy to grow and care for. They produce eye catching spring blooms and Azaleas can be deciduous or evergreen. more...
Category: Environmental Activism
Awareness of the environment shows the need to cut carbon dioxide emissions. Green, environmentally aware colleges help instill this environmental awareness in students. more...
Tips for Writing Submissions to Editors: Perfect Submissions Practice Help Ensure Publication
Category: Freelance Writing (general)
Writers should ensure that submission of work for publication should meet the editor's requirements. Good submission practices and good research can ensure publication. more...
Category: Perennial Plants
Choose an Allamanda plant for a spectacular show of yellow flowers. Sensible pruning ensures that both the vine and shrub varieties will give all year blooms and color. more...
Dwarf Conifers for Suburban Gardens and Patios: Small Conifers to Enhance Patios and Town Gardens
Category: Garden Styles
For maintenance free gardening, especially on patios and suburban gardens, dwarf conifers are the ideal choice. Dwarf conifers come in many colors and sizes. more...
Monitoring Climate Change: The Role of the IPCC and Their Environmental Assessment Reports
Category: Environmental Organizations
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), like the Kyoto Protocol, has become synonymous with the battle against global warming. more...
Category: Composting
Well balanced compost helps to produce a lush garden while home produced compost is good for the environment. A well designed compost bin produces eco-friendly mulch. more...
Carbon Dioxide Tipping Point: Rising Greenhouse Gas Emissions an Environmental Doomsday Clock
Category: Environmentalism (general)
The level of greenhouse gas emissions in the atmosphere continues to rise. At what carbon dioxide level is climate change self-fulfilling? more...
Biodiesel as an Alternative Fuel: Biodiesel is an Eco Friendly Green Energy Diesel Fuel
Category: Green Fuels/Vehicles
Biodiesel has many advantages over other biofuels, especially in its ability to be used in existing diesel autos. It is also an excellent alternative source of energy. more...
The Oleander Plant for Spectacular Blooms: Oleander is an Evergreen and Easy Care Plant
Category: Perennial Plants
The Oleander plant is easy to grow and can be used as a bush, a tree or as a hedge. Oleander is low maintenance but toxic, so should be avoided in gardens with children. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
The Amazon rainforest, considered the lungs of the planet, continues to decline. This tropical forest is crucial in the battle against global warming. more...
The Holly Tree as a Garden Plant: Growing an Ilex for the Garden, not Just for Christmas Holly
Category: Perennial Plants
The Holly tree is a perfect garden plant. Ilex is an all round plant that suits any garden, with holly berries in winter and glossy green leaves all year round. more...
Carbon Capture and Clean Coal: Removing Carbon Dioxide to Make Coal a Clean Fuel
Category: Pollution Control
Unlike other fossil fuels, there is a plentiful supply of coal. Using carbon capture and CO2 sequestration could help clean up coal as an energy source. more...
Thailand's Ancient City Cultural Park: Mueang Boran, Outside Bangkok, Showcases Thailand's Culture
Category: Thailand Travel
Mueang Boran is a cultural and historical park near Bangkok. It showcases Thai Culture, Thai History and ancient Thai monuments, many of them original Thai artifacts. more...
Category: Waste Reduction
Recycling programs, such as curbside recycling and drop off centers, reduce household waste. Problems with recycling programs can reduce the rate of recycling. more...
Growing a Griselinia Shrub: Griselinia, an Evergreen Shrub With Flowers and Berries
Category: Shrubs
Griselinia is a versatile shrub that grows in many different climates. It thrives in coastal regions, is a vigorous grower and can be used in small and large gardens. more...
Category: Energy Conservation
The popularity of bottled water continues to increase in the developed world. This has a devastating effect on energy resources, fossil fuel use and CO2 emissions. more...
Category: Energy Conservation
Hydrogen, a carrier of energy, is not an energy source. With greater availability of hydrogen cars, hydrogen production by renewable energy can combat global warming. more...
The History of the Hula Hoop: A Simple Hoop is Transformed to Become an Instant Craze
Category: Kids Games
The Hula Hoop, born 50 years ago, became an instant success symbolizing the carefree youth of the 60s. The Hula Hoop fad was short lived but its iconic status lives on. more...
E85 as an Alternative Fuel Source: E85 Fuel Can Combat Climate Change and Rising Cost of Fuel Prices
Category: Green Fuels/Vehicles
E85 can deliver large savings in fossil fuel use, help fight greenhouse gas emissions and combat rising fuel prices, despite problems with production and availability. more...
Is Global Warming a Myth?: Environmental Skeptics Not Convinced by Climate Change Evidence
Category: Environmental Activism
Climate change is not a one way street. Although the vast majority of scientific opinion says global warming is a fact and man made, there are dissenting voices. more...
Living With an Aortic Aneurysm: This Vascular Disease, a Potentially Fatal Condition, Can be Treated
Category: Heart Disease/Diabetes
An abdominal aortic aneurysm or a thoracic aortic aneurysm can be a potentially fatal condition. A healthy lifestyle and proper medical treatment controls the condition. more...
Category: Environmentalism (general)
The world food shortage is being blamed on increased biofuel production. Do biofuels cause world food shortage or are there other reasons for this food scarcity? more...
Carbon Offsets and the Environment: Using Carbon Credits as a Means to Lower Greenhous Gas Emissions
Category: Energy Conservation
What are Carbon Offsets and who are the Carbon Offset providers? Consumers can use the voluntary market in Carbon Offsets to lower their carbon footprint. more...
Carbon Dioxide and Global Warming: Man Made Greenhouse Gas Emissions Affect Average Temperature Rise
Category: Pollution Control
Carbon Dioxide levels, largely man made, are increasing the world average temperture. This increase will have a devestating effect on sea levels. more...
Bedding Plants for Summer Gardens: Flowers for Color, Variety and Simplicity
Category: Annual Plants
Brighten up summer gardens with bedding plants. They are ideal for spectacular color displays or as container plants. Check out Salvia, Geraniums, Violas and many more. more...
Top Selling Hybrid Vehicle Models: Save on Fossil Fuels with Hybrid Cars and Hybrid SUVs
Category: Green Fuels/Vehicles
Environmental concerns and fuel economy are making Hybrid vehicles more popular. See some of America's new hybrid cars, including hybrid SUVs. more...
Conifers for the Garden: Diversity of Species to Spruce Up All Gardens
Category: Trees
Use a wide variety of conifers to add color and dignity to a garden. The elegance of conifers and their different colors can enhance any type of garden, large or small. more...
Colorful Shrubs for Winter Gardens: Use Flowering Shrubs to Add Winter Color and Evergreen Foliage
Category: Shrubs
Winter gardens need not be drab and colorless. Use flowering shrubs with evergreen foliage and winter flowers to brighten the garden during the winter. more...
PC Safety Procedures Guide: Using Computer Data Backup to Safeguard Digital Information
Category: Computer Drives/Storage
Data files and system files should be protected. Computer data backup, backup procedures and correct backup locations are necessary to guard against catastrophe. more...
Types of Digital Cameras: Digital Camera Users Have Choice of Compact Cameras or SLR Cameras
Category: Digital Cameras
As digital photography becomes more popular, camera users can choose compact digital cameras or Digital SLR models to take their digital photos. more...
Planning an Evergreen Patio: Patio Gardens with Year Round Foliage and Evergreen Shrubs
Category: Urban Gardening
Make best use of the available space with an evergreen patio. For year round appeal consider such green shrubs as Skimmia, Photinia Red Robin, Pieris and many more. more...
Alternative Sources of Energy: Types of Environmentally Friendly Fuels
Category: Energy Conservation
There are a number of alternative sources of energy and environmentally friendly fuels available to combat the damage to the environment caused by Fossil Fuels. more...
Exploring the Inner Algarve: The Unspoiled Towns and Villages of Traditional Portugal
Category: Portugal Travel
Visit the towns of Loule, Alte, Querenca and Monchique to experience the traditional Algarve with their cobbled streets, Moorish influence and old world charm. more...
The Beautiful Ericeira: Portuguese Tourist Gem and Sea Food Capitol of Portugal
Category: Portugal Travel
On the west coast of Portugal lies the tourist gem and surfing legend of beautiful Ericeira. This Portuguese tourist gem has much to offer to discerning visitors. more...
The Salvia Bedding Plant: The Eye-Catcher with Myriad of Colors and Long Flowering Period
Category: Annual Plants
In the top list of bedding plants, the Salvia remains an eye-catcher in any garden. It is a tried and trusted plant with a stunning visual effect. more...
Moving To Thailand: Reasons, Regulations and Warnings on Living in the Land of Smiles
Category: Thailand Travel
Thailand is truly a land of smiles, with many good reasons to move there. People should be aware of the visa regulations and also avoid the bad reasons for moving. more...
The Buddleia Bush: A Haven for Butterflies, Easy to Grow, and Has Magnificent Colors
Category: Flower Gardens (general)
The 'Butterfly Bush' has magnificent colors and is a mecca for butterflies. It is an invasive shrub, so pruning a buddleia is a must, while increasing the stock is easy. more...
Hydrogen Fueled Autos: How a New Sports Car Could Help the Fight Against Global Warming
Category: Pollution Control
The Morgan LIFEcar, shown at the Geneva Motor Show, makes a powerful case for Hydrogen as an alternative fuel in the fight against global warming. more...
Thailand's Tallest Buddha Image: Buddha Mountain, near Pattaya in Thailand, World's Largest Buddha
Category: Thailand Travel
The world's tallest Buddha, in Thailand, is unique and a spectacular testimony to the Thai devotion to Buddha. Read the story of what happened at Buddha Mountain. more...
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