With gas prices soaring and petroleum supplies dwindling, the electric car, at first glance, seems like a no-brainer. Unfortunately, many obstacles still stand in the way of electric vehicles (or EVs) gaining widespread public acceptance and a competitive place in the market. While the challenges facing the EV are widespread and complex, … [Read more...]
“Greening” Our Schools through the Power of Involvement
Schools are the foundation of our children’s future; however, it takes energy to consistently upkeep the buildings that provide our kids with an education. What better way to involve students in the “green-revolution” than to have their school participate in eco-friendly activities? Here are some interesting ways to get your … [Read more...]
Top 5 Green Cities in Europe
The speed of renewable energy generation increases gradually every year, especially in highly developed countries. It is a fact of common knowledge that Europe has almost accomplished its plan on reaching sustainable development momentum, considering the number of alternative energy facilities, “green” agendas and … [Read more...]
New Energy Usage Statistics
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Once upon a time the United States was powered almost solely by petroleum and crude oil based electricity. Today, though, things are much different. In addition to independent green initiatives, more of the “traditional” power companies are getting their power through renewable resources, which they offer to their customers at a … [Read more...]
Green School: Rishi Valley In India
Despite being in a drought troubled area Rishi Valley School has successfully managed it's water for the past 50yrs with management techniques like rain water harvesting. These children are thriving in this eco school community and will all grow up to be more rounded and responsible individuals, solving challenges and problems as they … [Read more...]
Chimineas: An Effective Eco-Heating Option
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It’s not so long ago that the options for outdoor heating were limited to open bonfires or just leaving the backdoor open to try and make the patio or garden a bit more comfortable. In recent years, though, there has been a marked increase in the options available for outdoor heating, everything from gas furnaces to the electric heaters … [Read more...]
Deforestation and Damaging Effects
Deforestation is the rapid and almost total eradication of huge tracts of trees, both hardwoods and evergreens. Hardwood trees, which can be found in temperate regions in the northern, eastern and bottom-land regions of the United States, are a group of more than 50 environmentally and economically significant broad-leaved deciduous … [Read more...]
