Category Archives: Environment



Fear of Heights? Sky Farming Not for You!

Dec 24th, 2011 Matthew Isaacson

Sky farming isn't done on the outside of hillsides or steep mountainsides.

Benefits of Automatic Hand Dryers

Dec 16th, 2011 Chris Huang

Washing your hands is one of the best preventions against illness. After washing your hands, it is also important to dry them effectively. Below, find four qualities of automatic hand dryers that make them beneficial for public use.

The Promise of PLA Resin for Eco - Friendly Packaging

Dec 13th, 2011 Chris Rapp

One of the challenges that the green movement has to address in a society that values consumerism is the packaging that the products are wrapped in. This is especially true when it comes to convenience food products. Bottled water, soda, and other portable foods are often housed in packaging that leaves a large carbon footprint both in its production. Read on to find out more!

Save Money with Solar Power for Homes

Dec 13th, 2011 Lawrence White

As we experience the soaring monthly energy bills, we have to have a second look on how to save money. Although we may already have changed our lifestyle to conform to agreed advice on conserving energy in our house, the charges for our electricity and gas requirements consistently increase.

Overview of Waste Management

Dec 2nd, 2011 Greg Erinson

An article discussing waste management methods in Minneapolis MN, including the three most popular methods: landfills, incineration, and recycling.

Sustainability Trends in the Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

Dec 2nd, 2011 Chris Bekermeier

Consumer Packaged Goods companies are focusing more than ever before on sustainability and their interaction with the environment. They are realizing that it doesn't just make public relations sense to do so, but it also makes economic sense.

Benefits of Eco-Friendly Restrooms

Nov 29th, 2011 Chris Huang

Eco-friendly bathrooms that use automatic hand dryers can help reduce waste, reduce costs and contribute to a cleaner environment. Learn how automatic hand dryers are a cost-effective and green solution.

What To Look For If You're Thinking Of Changing To A Solar Power System

Oct 28th, 2011 Lawrence White

It seems that just about any product available on the market today in some way has been produced to either help reduce the enhanced greenhouse effect or from environmentally friendly materials. Solar power systems are perhaps the most important of these in terms of the former, not only saving the planet but also with respect to consumer benefits.

Aluminium Sheets - Myriad Applications And Uses

Oct 19th, 2011 Lawrence White

Aluminium is widely used in both households as well as industries. The major advantage of aluminium is its resistance from corrosion, and thus its wide applicability in perforating industries stands justified.

Energy Conservation - Sustainable Business Practices But Higher Performance

Oct 16th, 2011 Daljeet Sidhu

Energy conservation is the most talked about topic in business circuits today. As the gap between demand and supply of oil becomes wider, governments and businesses are joining hands to tap replenishable natural resources and implement energy efficient practices.

Cyber Warfare on the Net II

Oct 15th, 2011 Larry Isaacson

It looks like the recent Stuxnet worm that has invaded the command and control centers in Iran particularly, and other countries to a much lesser extent, is more powerful and damaging that initially portrayed.

Waste Management in Sydney

Oct 15th, 2011 Michiel Van Kets

Sydney is one Australian city that is sorting out its waste management by incorporating new techniques and methods of disposal. Diverting materials away from landfills and sending it to be recycled results in a double advantage - reducing the amount of trash in landfills and leading to a greener environment.

Eight Ingenious Ways To Save Money And The Environment In One Action!

Oct 8th, 2011 James McHeggins

Everyone wants to save money and everyone wants to do their bit for the environment. Now, it is possible to do both. There are loads of ways that you can be greener and save cash at the same time. Here are eight simple ways to save both your money and the Earth.

Mid East Oil Addiction - Time to Focus on Renewable Energy and Save Ourselves From Definite Disaster

Oct 8th, 2011 Daljeet Sidhu

Oil is not called "black gold" without reason. All world economies exist on oil. Without oil, business and industries come to a stop, prices of basic commodities escalate, and life as we know it changes drastically. However, oil is a finite resource and the time has come to reap the results of decades of exploitation and lack of forethought.

Waste Management for Industries in Australia

Oct 6th, 2011 Michiel Van Kets

Leading environmental services in Australia can offer expert advice and help for all kinds of industries. They provide services in all areas of waste management from collection and recycling to hiring skip bins and use the latest technology to clean specialist equipment.

Intensive Livestock Farming Vs Organic Farming Explained

Oct 3rd, 2011 Mark Taylor

The debate between intensive livestock farming and organic livestock farming goes on. Mass production of livestock products to cater to increasing food demands or provision of good quality organic livestock products for human consumption against enjoying profitable returns through livestock farming does become a difficult choice for most farmers in this trade.

Renewable Heat - A Preferred Alternative Energy Source

Oct 3rd, 2011 Shane Thomas

It is imperative to switch over to use of renewable heat which is abundantly found. By investing and installing air source heat pumps and water source heat pumps, we can make the best use of available heat sources and enjoy the real heat incentives as well.

Green Audio/Visual Technology

Oct 2nd, 2011 Robert Leggio

This informative article explains how businesses can adopt green technology to lessen the environmental impact of their business, while also saving money.

Gulf Oil Spill Animals - Where are They Now?

Sep 22nd, 2011 Robert Haskell

The effects of the Gulf disaster stretch beyond what we normally see. Although the oceans may look cleaner, settling debris, habitat loss in nesting grounds and a less successful spawning have depleted the next generation of aquatic and semi-aquatic life in the area.

Waste Management Services Clean up Sydney

Sep 19th, 2011 Michiel Van Kets

Waste management services in a city like Sydney are generally on the ball and always looking for new, and more effective ways, to manage the growing amount of waste produced each day. Collection services, cleaning solutions and facilities management are just part of the process.

Hot Tips for Passing Your Emissions Test

Sep 15th, 2011 Tom Aldridge

If you face emissions testing to get the tag renewed on your car, this article gives tips on how to make sure you pass.

Reasons to Consider a Metal Roof

Sep 15th, 2011 Ross Thiebaud

Before beginning a roofing project, understand the benefits of a having a metal roof.

Inside the Mind of a Crow

Sep 12th, 2011 Robert Haskell

For thousands of years, crows have been watching us. Only recently have we been studying them. Scientists are finding that they are one of the most intelligent animals on Earth.

Alternative Heating and Cooling Sources

Sep 10th, 2011 Jerry Brockman

If you are wondering about alternative sources for heating and cooling your home or workplace, this article talks about a couple of options for heating and cooling your environment.

Mold Remediation In Your Home Can Eliminate Serious Health Issues

Sep 5th, 2011 Terry Stanfield

Mold in your home is a very bad thing. The different problems that mold can cause with your health are not good at all. This mold may come from several sources.

The Black Death Really is Bubonic Plague

Sep 5th, 2011 Larry Isaacson

The disease was spread by infected fleas hitchhiking on rats, but the primitive state of medieval medicine, poor hygiene, religious hysteria and gross superstition led to the search for scapegoats.

Green Money Saves the Environment and Helps the Economy

Aug 28th, 2011 Daljeet Sidhu

The "cash for refrigerators" and "dollars for dishwashers" program have given retailers and shoppers in the US much needed reprieve. $300 million has been allocated to this program. It is saving the environment and rejuvenating the economy.

Finding the Best Heating Method for Your Home

Aug 28th, 2011 Jerry Brockman

This article discusses various ways to heat your home or enhance your current heating system and keep heat loss to a minimum.

Find Out How You Can Save Money On Electricity

Aug 26th, 2011 Lawrence White

Even if you belong to the lucky ones that are not hit by the recent recession, you should be informed on ways you can go green in electricity. Having this information has many benefits. Some of them contribute to a better and healthier environment and the rest to saving money.

For the New Energy Future We Need to Turn More Green Business Ideas into Action

Aug 26th, 2011 Daljeet Sidhu

The way forward lies in green investment. No, I'm not talking about dollars, though that too will follow inevitably. I'm talking about greening your small business. And the many successful entrepreneurs who have managed to build sustainable businesses without sacrificing ethics or the environment.

A Commercial Architect Discusses Different Energy Efficiency Options

Aug 26th, 2011 Jeff Frame

Rising energy costs are becoming a big concern for many people, including commercial building owners. A commercial architect in Reno can help find ways to make a building more energy efficient. Read the article to find out how a commercial architect can help.

Enjoying Better Heat and Cleaner Air In Your Home

Aug 26th, 2011 Jerry Brockman

Options for getting better heat and cleaner air in your home.