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- Building Your Own Home Renewable Energy - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from Paul RodgersGo green and save thousands... Thousands of homeowners are building their own alternative power plant. There is no reason you cannot be building yours either. The very best part of consolidating a wind generator system into your business or home is the environmental impact. Thousands of ...
Views: 782(2 votes) - Clean Energy, Inexpensive and Easy – GreenDIYEnergy - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Stephanie JohnstonMy wife and I installed solar panels on our roof six months ago and have seen savings off our electric bill of more than 50% since making the investment. My wife and I highly relied on the step-by-step instructions and diagrams, which were invaluable in the process. We are not the handiest ...
Views: 1249(2 votes) - 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: 1335(2 votes) - FOODS THAT HELP FEND OFF SOME CANCERS! - by Submitted on May 11, 2010 from chad mitzelCancer is a frightening illness, and even hearing the word can be scary. Thus, it's comforting to know that there are spices and foods that can help prevent and fight cancer. Here are some of those foods. General In addition to the specifics, there are a few wise, general rules to follow ...
Views: 923(2 votes) - Green Living Ideas – Save Earth, Save Life - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from John DarenoGreen living makes us to live healthily. It saves money and also environment. It is essential to live Green in order to save the earth from global warming. It is our responsibility to save our earth and it is in our hands to save the earth. But we don’t know what are the ideas are to follow for ...
Views: 1317(2 votes) - Green Web Hosting Is Both Good For The Environment And You - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Paul RodgersAs the awareness of global warming increases, the web hosting industry is also playing their part in supporting this good cause. Green web hosting is just one more earth-friendly thing you can do. Over the last two hundred and fifty years, since industrialization began, the delicate balance ...
Views: 827(2 votes) - History of Hybrid Vehicle - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Shiela HarrisSome people do believe that hybrid vehicle started in the early 1900’s. In fact, hybrid vehicles have been around longer than you think they are. The start of the hybrid technology was believed to be in 1665, when Ferdinand Verbiest and Jesuit priest began to work on a plan to create a simple ...
Views: 2312(2 votes) - Hope for a New Generation - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Susan DykesThe freedom that we enjoy, we take for granted. We travel without end from one city to another, from one state to another, from one border of the United States to another without thought of restriction. We can visit most any store, whether it be grocery, drug, gas station or food chain most ...
Views: 1257(2 votes) - How Much Stress Will Post Peak Oil Cause You? Are You Ready? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2009 from Jill PrinceAre you ready for the lifestyle changes you will need to make post peak oil? Can you live without a car or truck or even buses? Huh?!? So, the story goes that as of about 2012, the world’s ability to supply oil will cease to meet the demand for oil. After that point, the cost to bring the ...
Views: 1881(2 votes) - Nontoxic Virus Defense: Make Disinfectant Sprays with Essential Oils - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEspecially when there are flu and virus outbreaks in your community, added protection against germs is often warranted. Try these homemade essential oil mists — an easy way to add antiviral and antibacterial yet natural scent to your home. They are proven allies in the fight against germs, and ...
Views: 1565(2 votes) - Paper or Plastic is Not a Choice! - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSo yesterday, I was in a Trader Joes market and was commenting to my friend who was checking out with me that all stores no matter what kind should not offer bags or at least charge big time for them. This would force people to bring their own. Some countries are doing this, and some states ...
Views: 593(2 votes) - Soap Up, Without Poisoning the Planet - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsGetting cleaned up can be a dirty job. Modern hygiene requires that you spend some quality time with your showerhead. The average person showers for about 10 minutes. In an old-school shower (made before 1992), that means you're using about 100 gallons of water. The government has since ...
Views: 700(2 votes) - The Art and Healing of Nature - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2013 from XXXX XXXXXPlants provide an element of character to a room that exudes a sense of beauty, health, intimacy and warmth. You can choose art within nature to denote symbolism of your inner vision while adding the desired aesthetics and environmental benefits to your outer vision. Plants provide oxygen ...
Views: 4516(2 votes) - 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: 1672(3 votes) - Chaga -- Healing Extract with Surprising Effects - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2010 from Dr. Erica GoodstonePeople are reporting some surprising healing effects from taking a few drops of a special extract, twice a day. How can such a small amount of effort lead to big changes in the body? The secret lies in the chemical components found in Chaga. What is Chaga? The chaga mushroom has been ...
Views: 7682(3 votes) - More Isn't the Answer - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2013 from Michael ReevesMore Isn’t the Answer “What I want is what I've not got, but what I need is all around me.” –Dave Matthews The pursuit for more is akin to watching a dog chasing its tail. Have you noticed that it never quite reaches it? More is always just out of reach. The drive for more becomes a ...
Views: 992(3 votes) - More Isn't the Answer - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2013 from Michael ReevesMore Isn’t the Answer “What I want is what I've not got, but what I need is all around me.” –Dave Matthews The pursuit for more is akin to watching a dog chasing its tail. Have you noticed that it never quite reaches it? More is always just out of reach. The drive for more becomes a ...
Views: 992(3 votes) - Renewable Green Power - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2009 from Matthew InsellWe hear all the time how established sources of energy are being depleted and that something needs to be done to provide renewable green power. The strong idea you get after watching Al Gore’s An Inconvenient Truth is that we need to decrease our use of fossil fuel based energy production. The ...
Views: 793(3 votes) - 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: 2801(3 votes) - How to Call Abundance to Your Front Door - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Chriss BarrFeng shui is becoming more and more popular, particularly since it is about the easiest way to “green” up your building. The front of your building is called the Face of Ch’i (pronounced chee). You can attract more Sheng ch’i (positive energy) by putting your home or office buildings’ best ...
Views: 3415(6 votes) - 10 Ways to Change Front Door Impressions - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Jakob BarryFront doors are first impressions. Like initial meetings that show people to be spotless, boring, or a complete wreck, a home’s entrance can say a lot about what may be lurking inside. Yes, everyone can have their own interpretation of “clean” but there is a line to be drawn. So take note ...
Views: 1868(7 votes) - 7 Non Drug Cures for S.A.D.'s - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2011 from Ib'nallah KaziThe short days and long nights of the Winter season are in full effect. Some say this earth cycle is the cause of S.A.D's (Seasonal Affective Disorder) and may even lead some to depression. I beg to differ! Let's not blame nature for the effects of the 'anti-life' lifestyle we have ...
Views: 1365(2 votes) - A Loving Connection with Nature - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAccording to some environmental psychologists, children are happiest when they have access to nature—even if it is as slight as a view looking outside. Research proves that children with disabilities show an improvement in self-image and behavior when they are able to play in nature. In the ...
Views: 674(1 vote) - Adding Greens to Your Diet and "Green" to Your Lifestyle - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Veronica SmithEating a diet rich in vegetables is a great way to help stay healthy. Unfortunately, high quality organic vegetables can often be a bit expensive at the grocery store or farmer's market. With just a small amount of space and effort, you can grow your own salad greens and other vegetables at ...
Views: 1300(1 vote) - Adopt To Save the Planet - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsOne of the best things we can do is adopt. No, I am not referring to the adoption of a child, but to a different kind of adopting. I am talking about a much easier and simpler form of adoption, and that is adopting your environment. There are so many organizations that let you adopt your ...
Views: 655(1 vote) - California Invests $75 Million for Clean Energy Workforce Training Program (CEWTP). Top dollars budgeted for Solar Panel Installation Training - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Fida HossainCalifornia residents will have greater access to Solar Photovoltaic Training because over $75 million dollars will be invested in the California Clean Energy Workforce Training Program (CEWTP). This action lets us know that the state of California believes the hope for California's economy lies ...
Views: 1832(1 vote) - Carbon Footprint: How Creating a Sustainable Business Makes You Money - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Dr. Ken PollockYou don’t have to wait for “Cap and Trade” to pass the US Congress to embrace carbon neutrality. Carbon Credits are a responsible and cost effective way to not only help produce non-oil energy projects, but reduce your corporate costs, engage your employees and gain a Green Marketing advantage ...
Views: 992(1 vote) - Choosing Appropriate Floor Covering for Your House - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2010 from Sean BarWhen it comes to flooring, the best thing you can have is hardwood floor. To be precise, hardwood flooring is changing the very notion of flooring by offering you all that you have always craved to have in your house. Hardwood flooring undoubtedly enhances the look and feel of the interior of a ...
Views: 1074(2 votes) - Choosing Green Fabric for Your Home - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMost fabric on the market is saturated with chemicals. Pesticides are doused on growing cotton, chemicals are used in the manufacturing of almost all fibers, petroleum is used in the creation of some man-made fabrics, and chemical dyes are used for color. The result is degradation of the ...
Views: 1249(1 vote) - Comprehensive guide on buying air conditioning installation packages - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2019 from habib ahmed mithuIt can be difficult for most people to buy a package of air conditioning installation. There are various things like manufacturers, system types and other factors that require consideration apart from the costs involved in the primary installation. This comprehensive guide will explain in detail ...
Views: 753(1 vote) - 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: 2404(1 vote) - Defending the Underdog: The Bright Side of Energy-Saving CFL Bulbs - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Peter EllinwoodMarket dynamics often demonstrate that subsidies create unsustainable demand for the products to which they apply. Witness the auto sales acceleration in July and August of this year while the federal "Cash for Clunkers" program was in effect. Since the program ended, domestic auto sales have ...
Views: 1180(2 votes) - Definition: Environmental and Green Living - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Douglas PakThe Green Living Mania - Why Green Living is a Must Nowadays By Frank Denim Going green has become a relentless drift nowadays. With a lot of people promoting its essence and benefits, you just can't say no but try your luck in giving it a shot no matter the cost. With celebrities and other ...
Views: 5430(2 votes) - Dirty Martini, Carbon-Clean Alcohol: Eco-friendly Booze and Summer’s Best Cocktail Recipe - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEven if you like your martinis dirty, you still want your alcohol clean. But it’s hard enough to pick a specialty cocktail at happy hour, let alone figure out which spirit is the most eco-friendly. A good rule of thumb is to look for the USDA Certified Organic label. If you’re drinking C.O. ...
Views: 1411(1 vote) - Discovering Small Wind Energy - A Valuable Resource - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Paul FletcherDomestic Small Wind Energy. The idea of having a solar panel situated on your property that will provide your domestic energy supply has become common coin for most householders. However, to compliment this, growing numbers are also looking at small wind energy projects that will not only ...
Views: 1841(4 votes) - Electric Bicycles Green Transportation - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Alejandro ChaconElectric bicycles are one of the greenest forms of transportation there is.Green Electric bicycles are becoming more widely accepted, as the Consumer Product Safety Commission has recently classified electric bicycles as bicycles, provided the top assisted speeds do not exceed 20 mph, total ...
Views: 1138(2 votes) - Enhance The Productivity Of Your Solar Panels With A Solar Tracker - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from Mark EscobarIf you're planning on getting solar panels installed then undoubtedly you'll already have read all about the remarkable benefits of solar panels, you don't only get to create your own green energy but you could also make profits from any unused power using the Feed In Tariff system. Even though ...
Views: 539(2 votes) - Enter the Golden Age: Keys to Manifesting the Kingdom of Heaven on Earth - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Tony TuckerCongratulations, Fellow Child of God. You’ve just taken the first step to entering the Kingdom of Heaven on Earth. This Kingdom ("The New Heaven and New Earth")is available through the union of your heart, mind, and soul. This journey begins with the understanding beyond the common limits of ...
Views: 2220(1 vote) - Environment Conservation Programmes in Danielson College, M.P., India - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2011 from Dr Deepak AcharyaEstablished in 1970, Danielson College has been involved in various Environmental Conservation activities for a long time back. Dr M K Rai was the first man who laid foundation to environmental activities in the college. He started a programme called Environment Conservation Programme (ECP). ...
Views: 7121(3 votes) - Environmentally Friendly - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Danielle VindezAs we all make our individual efforts to be more “green” it is right to mention that factory farming of animals causes the greatest source of greenhouse gas emissions on the planet. It also contributes to land degradation, water degradation, pollution, and soul degradation. How is it any ...
Views: 1241(2 votes) - Environmentally Friendly Options for Your Home from Ceiling to Floor - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Veronica SmithThere are many environmentally friendly options and ideas you can use in your home so that it is a more ecologically friendly place. Some of these solutions involve purchasing special products, while others focus on ways your family can reuse and recycle to avoid the need to purchase other ...
Views: 2048(1 vote) - Extraordinary New Green Energy Innovations - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2009 from Neelima ReddyAmericans want clean energy, that’s been confirmed by many polls conducted to ascertain whether people support green, renewable energy. And though the economy has to some extent slowed progress in the world of renewable energy, there are still many amazing green energy innovations popping up ...
Views: 753(1 vote) - Feeling Rainforest Love - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMarch 29th 2009, North West of Mato Grosso State (Brasil)..Enawene Nawe village. Are you an eco-traveler mesmerized by the lush, green rainforests of the Amazon and beyond? Like many eco-travelers, you may be captivated by just-released Amazon rainforest images taken by photographer Daniel ...
Views: 956(1 vote) - Find Out How the World Sees You - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Candace CzarnyFor many people, the front door to their home seems like something they can’t really change with Feng Shui. After all, that door has been put into place for only one reason – to let people in. But when you stop to think about it, you might begin to see what this is such an important space in ...
Views: 955(2 votes) - Gardening During Global Warming - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Alan DetwilerThe earth is warming. It seems most scientists think humans are at least partly responsible. If the scientists are right, we should all work together to reduce how much CO2 we are putting into the atmosphere. The major sources of human generated greenhouse gases are transportation, heating ...
Views: 1157(1 vote) - Gardens of Gratitude - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIf you're thinking about going green and how you can make a difference, it can be somewhat overwhelming. I've changed my bulbs to CFCs now what? One group has actually got together to make a big difference in small incremental ways. Gardens of Gratitude this weekend are helping hundrends of ...
Views: 722(1 vote) - Geopathic Stress and Earth Energy - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2010 from Sharon SinclairGeopathic Stress Picture Geopathic Stress occurs when the earth's magnetic field is disturbed, either naturally or artificially and the background field we normally experience is changed. Geopathic Stress results in negative earth energies having a detrimental effect on us. EMF ...
Views: 5223(2 votes) - Get Transformed: See Food, Inc. - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsBy James Boyce, Common Sense NMS I am a realist and and optimist, which in 2009 America, often conflicts in somewhat bizarre ways. Last week, I took my kids to see Transformers II - I made the mistake of thinking that I could actually show up 15 minutes before the movie started, it was on ...
Views: 794(2 votes) - Going Solar - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Paul BuchananSome solar kits can be really tricky to make and aren’t even as efficient as others. That is why it is always important to do your research. It’s interesting to compare the different ways you can turn to solar energy. I found that the easiest way to learn about solar energy is by watching ...
Views: 812(1 vote) - Good News on the Greenlighting Front: Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs Are Here to Stay - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Peter Ellinwood"Energy efficiency isn't just low hanging fruit, it's fruit lying on the ground." – U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu, June 26, 2009 In December 2007, then-President Bush signed the Energy Independence and Security Act into law. Among other things, this law opened the door for energy-efficient ...
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