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- Things to Know When Reading Labels - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from Scott AnkenyFeed your family pure, natural, organic muffins, swaddle your baby in pure, natural, organic lotions, nurture your health with pure, natural, organic products. And rest easy knowing you have done the best for your loved ones. You might even have a small moment of smugness because you do it ...
Views: 551 - Reduce Your Carbon Footprint - Recycle Paper! - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from Scott AnkenyWe use so much paper in our house, it’s absurd. With two budding artists for children, I can’t bring myself to crush theirbeautiful spirits as they explore with paints, pastels, markers, and crayons with paper. SO much paper. While I may feel like I’m drowning in a sea of paper, offices are the ...
Views: 628 - Santos Mahogany Flooring - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from Westmichigan flooringMahogany refers to different varieties of dark coloured hardwood trees. The timber obtained from the tree has an effective appearance that darkens over time, and exhibits a reddish brown sheen when polished. It has great workability and is very resilient in nature. Santos mahogany flooring is ...
Views: 834 - Benefits of Exhaust Fans - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2011 from Orient Fans FansExhaust fan for kitchen and bathrooms are an integral aspect of almost every house. We require these wall mounted potable propellers in the house for numerous reasons. Kitchen is one of the most important parts of the house where meals are cooked and served. Often we gather in our kitchen for ...
Views: 1182 - Wall mounted fans to give your home and office elegant slant - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2011 from Orient Fans FansWall mounted fans are very popular with the buyers and are considered to be apt for halls and for extremely small places. As opposed to the ceiling fans they are mounted on the walls and helps in keeping the area cool. These are especially used in offices and are installed at areas that have low ...
Views: 866 - Electricity Generation through Solar PV Panels – Advantages and Disadvantages - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2011 from aidan doranSolar energy for all practical purposes is the sole provider of energy on Earth. Having said that it is important to make an attempt at harvesting the vast amounts of solar energy now going a waste, by economically viable methods. Current emphasis in this regard is on PV Panels and there are ...
Views: 934 - Can You Spare a Dollar? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.It use to be, can you spare a quarter, or maybe even a dime, but a dime or a quarter will not get you far at all. Right now, the US dollar bill will hardly get you anything at all. That is; in the United States. You are lucky if you can get a cup of coffee with that dollar bill. If you want ...
Views: 1673(3 votes) - Growing Organic Vegetables - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Rubel ZamanOrganic Vegetable growing is becoming increasingly popular with the general population. People grow vegetables in their gardens, allotments and windowsills, as we become more health conscious as a nation. Here are some handy tips for the beginner vegetable grower, to nurture their first crops ...
Views: 549 - Is it Safe to Shop Online via Mobile Phone? - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2011 from Farooq Ahmadnow you can do online shopping via your mobile phones in India No matter, whether you have new or used mobiles. But the basic question arises here is that whether online shopping via mobile safe or not, especially in terms of payment through your debit and credit cards? The answer is – mobile ...
Views: 5073 - Sustainability Part VI: A View From The Mountaintop - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Barry LipscombOn the eve of his untimely death, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke the prophetic words, “I've been to the mountaintop. And I've seen the promised land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the promised land.” Dr. King’s promised ...
Views: 1008 - Will Business Rule the World? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Grampa KenCivilization along with our natural world have serious problems. Planet and social deterioration have accelerated in recent times, fueled by expanding commerce and over consumption. Driven by commerce's need for increased earnings, expansion marches on, sputtering from time to time. The ...
Views: 1279 - The Environment: Is Our Dissociation Destroying It? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWe live in a time where there is intense focus and even an obsession when it comes to our environment. In many ways, I believe that this is a good thing. The questions that arise for me are; what causes us to act in ways that are so destructive to the environment? And at the same time, why is it ...
Views: 1999 - 9 Steps toward Nontoxic Health and Beauty - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Wambui Bahati1. Make your own deodorant. You can make your own deodorant by adding together equal parts of baking soda and cornstarch. This is a wonderful recipe for deodorant, and it works. The baking soda absorbs the odor. The cornstarch absorbs the wetness. 2. Perfumes are not necessarily your ...
Views: 1534(2 votes) - Turning Your Website Green - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Elliott HarvellMost websites today run on conventional hosting facilities that operate with the use of server farms. There are thousands of these installations scattered all over the globe, each one responsible for keeping content accessible on the web. In a very real sense, these interconnected racks of ...
Views: 383 - Benefits Of Going Green - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Elliott HarvellHosting websites on green servers is a growing trend for many businesses. It involves hiring companies that purchase power from renewable energy sources like hydroelectric dams and windmills to run their operations. This is in contrast to conventional web hosts who sate their power requirements ...
Views: 400 - The Importance Of Going Green - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Elliott HarvellMother Nature is currently in dire straits. The continued industrialization of countries all over the world is putting an enormous strain on Earth’s ability to cope with pollution. The excessive production of greenhouse gases is a particularly large threat. These harmful emissions are ...
Views: 424 - The Internet’s Role In Global Warming - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Elliott HarvellGlobal warming is the continued rise of the earth’s temperature due to the activities of man. The increased heat is responsible for a host of ills including the unpredictable weather patterns that cause natural disasters every year. The worst case scenario, if things are left unchanged, involves ...
Views: 390 - How To Choose Timber Flooring For Your Home - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Pink Paper RockIf you choose to use timber for your flooring, there are a few important considerations to keep in mind. Each of these factors will have a dramatic effect on your hardwood flooring. If you do not know what certain factors to consider, this can leave your home builders confused and overwhelmed. ...
Views: 618 - How To Use Candles To Create A Different Atmosphere In Your Home - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Pink Paper RockCandles bring different warmth and elegance to your home like no other home décor can do. These lifestyle homewares do not only create a softer feel to the room, it also sets the temper through its different scents and colors. Candles come in different sizes, shades, and scents. Some of the most ...
Views: 1195 - Energy Efficient Home Can Help You Save Your Hard-Earned Money - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Merrill PavlovichFor all those who are in the market to build their dream home is best to purchase the energy efficient products. You as a homeowner first need to measure the size of your home before taking any step in this regard. Obviously, you will have to regret in future if your household project was not ...
Views: 496 - You Don't Have to be Irish to have a Green Wedding - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Amnuai BeckenhamMore and more people are realizing the importance of preserving our world's limited resources and protecting our environment. Eco-friendly fashion is not just a passing trend. It is vital to our future and very fashionable these days as people all around the world come to realise the ...
Views: 1533(1 vote) - Handmade Silk - What's the Big Deal - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Amnuai BeckenhamHandmade silk is very much sought after and is also a 100% natural protein fiber product. With an outfit made from this fabric you will definitely experience both superb comfort and simple sophistication with its soft textures. Plus, your fabric purchase will often greatly benefit people in ...
Views: 1740 - Thai Silk for Everyone - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Amnuai BeckenhamMany people are concerned about the future of our planet and will it be a healthy place for our children and grand-children. Not only are we rapidly consuming the Earth's natural resources, we also ruin our atmosphere with poisonous chemicals like carbon dioxide as well as produce millions of ...
Views: 1793 - Handmade Silk - Natures Superb Alternative - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Amnuai BeckenhamMany people are concerned about the future of our planet and will it be a healthy place for our children and grand-children. Not only are we rapidly consuming the Earth's natural resources, we also ruin our atmosphere with poisonous chemicals like carbon dioxide as well as produce millions of ...
Views: 1627 - What you need to know about Energy Efficient Windows - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2011 from Sam BraidleyReplacing windows can be a fantastic way to stop the bleeding of energy from your home. Older windows may lack the insulating ability that newer windows do and may even have gaps and spaces around them that will allow direct heat loss. It is estimated that as much as a third of a home’s heat may ...
Views: 582 - Energy Challenges - Steve Daines For Congress - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Steve DainesOur challenges regarding energy issues must be attacked wherever it makes sense to do so. The most glaring of these issues is our dependence on foreign oil. This dependence is a genuine threat to our economy, the national security of the US, and our way of life. We’ve seen what oil embargos can ...
Views: 1337(2 votes) - Teach Yourself Solar Power - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Dan ThompsonTeach Yourself Solar Power Build your own solar power system with this easy to follow guide Do you want to learn how to use solar power? Because if you do, then you've come to the right place. The Solar Power Design Manual will guide you smoothly through the complex process of designing, ...
Views: 3764 - Why Should We Take Respinsibility For The State of The Planet? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Caroline NettleWe live on a planet that provides us with food and shelter. It is beautiful and varied, and both amazing and magnificent. The problem is that I do not think that we are aware of that, and we damage it in so many ways, and yet do very little to help it, because we collectively leave that up to ...
Views: 1400 - Read on to know how Green Windows work for saving energy consumption. - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Fenesta WindowsGreen window also known as energy efficient window is the most effective way for saving energy and bringing down your electricity bills. A significant number of people are now replacing their existing frames with these ENERGY STAR windows. There are several reasons for using these options ...
Views: 832(1 vote) - Solar Oven Cooking & Food Dehydration-DIY Solar Oven Dehydrator Kit - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Douglas HooverMy wife and I have been living full time in a 40-foot motor home for over three years after we sold our house and donated everything to Disabled American Veterans. It has been a ride on the wild side, and part of that ride has been parking, and not always in a camp ground or RV park. If I am ...
Views: 2802(3 votes) - Solar Equipment for Solar Power - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Lynn DavenSolar energy offers more benefits than the advantages people are currently familiar with. In fact, the population of individuals who acknowledge and make use of solar power as a source of electricity is continuously increasing these days. In addition, several instruments designed to promote this ...
Views: 452 - Solar Power: An Eco-Friendly Way of Converting Electricity - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Lynn DavenElectricity is commonly produced through a machine known as turbine. Although this mechanism is used merely to convert raw energy to usable electricity, some people still refer to it as electricity production. Many people don’t understand the process behind the conversion of energy to ...
Views: 423 - Converting Sunlight to Electricity - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Lynn DavenAs far as solar power is concerned, solar energy has countless benefits it can provide its users. The ability to convert sunlight to electricity without releasing harmful chemicals to the atmosphere is just one of the many advantages this method has over other sources of energy or power. What ...
Views: 496 - Solar Energy: The Most Harmless Source of Power - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Lynn DavenThe process of electricity production is sometimes a mystery to people. Some individuals do not know how the power used to make their gadgets work is processed from raw energy to fully-harnessed electricity. There are several ways of converting other sources of energy into electricity, and some ...
Views: 1160 - Alternative Energy: Saving Money and Contributing To Nature - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Lynn DavenElectricity is something that people use every day. It is undeniable that because of this particular utility, daily living is easier and more convenient. In fact, almost all modern equipment people use these days is powered by electricity. This is what makes electricity necessary for daily human ...
Views: 488 - Continuous Magnet Generator Manuals Analyzed - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Neville PetterssonPermanent magnet generator manuals have been popular for a long time. The main notion of generating free electric power with magnetic energy is a thing which appeals to just about all consumers. There are lots of manuals, materials and tutorials online for helping ordinary folks, similar to us, ...
Views: 2405(1 vote) - COMPOSITE DECKING V. WOOD DECKING - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Professional RemodelingWhen choosing a deck for your home, Professional Remodeling a composite decking contractor located in Fairfax, Northern Virginia reminds homeowners that one of the most important considerations make is the material which will be used to create your perfect deck. The options span over composite ...
Views: 602 - Heated Mattress Pad: Access Granted! - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2011 from Anthony MitchumModern technology’s effect to mankind has continually competed with the increasing population of people up to this very day. Various innovations have been created and recreated for the benefits of man as an extension and enhancement of his or her life. People are into these frenzy technological ...
Views: 905 - The Rulers’ King Size Beds - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2011 from Anthony MitchumBeing able to come home and relax is one of the best feeling that one longs for as their day retires. A family being secure in their own homes is what majority of people aspire for in the present and in the future. The ambiance of a home represents certain solitude of comfort and stress – free ...
Views: 709 - King Size Mattress: Certified And True Ruler - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2011 from Anthony MitchumMany people nowadays tend to be on the go almost every day and never get the chance to stop, breathe and relax. Eventually their bodies tire and be worn out that when they reach home, all they want to do is to just sink deep into their comfortable beds. But then what would become of them when ...
Views: 778 - The Story Behind Backpacks - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2011 from Amin RamjeeWhile most bags are as much a practical means to carry stuff around as they are instruments of accessorizing, there are classic bags that mostly stay aloft of the limelight and remain indispensable tools that carry your stuff for you, like backpacks for instance. These bags are useful, have ...
Views: 534 - Harnessing solar power for your home or small business - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from aidan doranSolar Power, the universal source of energy, is perhaps the most underutilised when you consider the wastage against production. Indirectly Solar Energy is utilised in all forms of energy helpful to mankind (Except perhaps in man made nuclear generated energy). Sad to say every one of us has ...
Views: 731 - How to choose the best vent free gas fireplace? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Angel FireVentless gas fireplaces are excellent heating devices which are making waves in the fireplace industry in recent times. If you are looking to purchase a vent free gas fireplace, you would be amazed with the number of options you get. Ventless gas fireplaces are gaining rapid popularity because ...
Views: 962 - Beeswax Candles Are Generally The Optimum Quality You Might Use To Preserve The Environment Fresh - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Brooke WoodwardYou will find some really great factors for beeswax candles producers to utilize beeswax like a primary component. Though there are other alternatives just like soy wax or chemical solutions utilized in candle making it's common-knowledge that beeswax candles are top quality. The reason is very ...
Views: 919 - 3 Ways To Go Green And Save Energy At Home - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Neill ThompsonAre you serious about saving on your power bills? The good news is that you can not only save on your energy consumptions but you can be green in the process and significantly reduce your carbon footprint. While most people pledge their commitment to help save the planet, very few are prepared ...
Views: 1166 - Sustainability Part V: Cottage Industries In A Village Community - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Barry LipscombWhile the tops down approach of rewilding our governments and corporations (see last week’s blog) is a necessary step on the path to achieving a sustainable existence. It is not enough. We also need individual actions. We must actively participate if the change we desire is to manifest. We ...
Views: 1444(1 vote) - How to Save on Kitchen Remodeling - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from jim paulThe fact is that kitchen remodeling is very useful to expensive. This is one disadvantage is often enough to discourage many New York households are suffering from long-running mortgage crisis and the lingering effects of recent global economic crisis. The good news is that there are ways to ...
Views: 585 - Home Remodeling Contractors - How to find and hire quality service provider - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from jim paulThe design work is completed. You need to set plans and obtain building permit in hand. The only thing that stands between you and the long anticipated remodel your home is necessary to find a qualified contractor. Someone you can trust with one of the largest contracts ever to do so after your ...
Views: 606 - Kitchen Remodeling in 3 Easy Steps - Learn to plan for Quote - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from jim paulKitchen remodeling is one of the best investments when it comes to both everyday use and increase the resale value. In addition, you may be able to save energy, as well as choosing energy efficient kitchen appliances. You can also customize your kitchen and changing the overall appearance of ...
Views: 649 - What should you look to Remodeling Contractors - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from jim paulIt does not matter whether the house is a do-it-yourself savvy or just want to leave the hands of experts, at one point or another house to be of help in the home remodeling contractor in your home renovation needs. Regardless of the project include: bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodeling, or ...
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