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Organic Farm Startup: Things to Consider

In this day and age, the demand for nutritious, wholesome food has never been greater. Organic farms are sprouting across the globe, providing their families and communities with a constant supply of fresh produce. The export market potential is high as well, which means organic farmers have a chance to own a thriving business that transcends the borders of a local community. Starting and running an organic farm business is not a walk in the park, though: one has to grasp many factors such
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Green Energy

What are the Options for Waste Disposal in Yorkshire?

When it comes to getting rid of your waste in Yorkshire, there are a number of different options. The local district or borough councils are responsible for collecting various types of waste. There are also recycling centres you can visit yourself, and a number of different waste collection companies who can also come and collect your waste. The fact that there are so many different options can make the whole waste disposal problem a trifle confusing. Let's help by looking at some of the differe
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Brooke Chaplan's Green Blog

Say No to Inversion: 3 Ways to Keep Polluted Air out of Your Home

When you take a deep breath, you understandably expect the air to be fresh and healthy. However, air pollution is a growing problem in many areas. When the air you breathe is polluted, you bring toxins into your body. These harmful toxins can increase the risk of respiratory conditions, including asthma, chronic bronchitis, and even lung cancer. Unfortunately, outdoor air contaminants can enter your home, and this means that there may be no place for you to enjoy breathing fresh air. However, th
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The Green Machine Blog

Buying a High-Efficiency Furnace: Tips for Success

A well-maintained furnace should last for 15 or 20 years, but there will come a point when this important piece of equipment needs to be replaced entirely. Choosing the perfect model is going to keep your energy bills at a reasonable level during the coldest months of the year. These few tips and tricks will help you find a great high-efficiency furnace for your home. Determining the Right Size Residential furnaces come in many different sizes, and choosing the wrong size could end
Dixie Somers

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The Green Machine Blog

How Healthcare Administrators Can Be More Eco-friendly

Though there’s many aspects to being a healthcare administrator, one aspect that isn’t often discussed while you’re earning your master’s degree in health administration is how to make your facility more eco-friendly. However, pushing your facility toward a more “green” future can have a big impact in customer satisfaction, budget management, and even employee morale. Here are a few ways to help your facility have a smaller impact on the planet. Read on to learn more! Recycle Thoug
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Dixie Somers

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The Green Machine Blog

5 Ways to Cope with Rising Energy Costs

Everyone today wants to find some ways to save money and stretch their paychecks just a little bit further. One of the best ways to do this is by lowering your monthly electric bill. Below are five ways homeowners can save on energy costs. Insulate Your Home to Regulate Temperature Heating and cooling costs make up a huge chunk of your electric bill every month, especially during the summer and winter months. Did you know that you could save a ton of money by stopping the air and t
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Dixie Somers

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Lizzie Weakley's Green Blog

How Going Solar Can Make Your Home More Energy Efficient

The benefits of going solar are pretty incredible. You can make your home a lot more energy efficient by simply making use of solar panels. Here’s how it works, and why you’ll want to consider getting them put up on your own house. How They Work First, the solar panels will need to be placed over your roof. Then, you can sit back and expect them to do all of the work for you. It’s that simple. The sun will provide the panels with the light they need. This will be the same l
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LizzieWeakley

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Green Energy

Saving Water with Responsible Irrigation

Saving water and using it efficiently has been a concern for centuries. Even the Roman Empire made use of aqueducts to channel and manage their urban water usage. Now we have places like Cape Town facing severe water shortages which severely affect both the home user and the agricultural sector. Without water, we cannot produce crops, and the economy suffers. That is why we need to start implementing smart, responsible irrigation systems. Stop watering in the rain! Why would you wa
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Green Energy

How do you treat wastewater?

The living is our environment we must learn to keep it clean and since we take a lot from this environment we owe that much to it to keep it clean as much as it is possible for us. We have damaged our environment in a lot of ways but we still can save it by recycling our natural resources like water air etc. the wastewater treatment is the most common and the easiest one way to restore our environmental resources like water. This wastewater treatment also helps us to avoid all the water-borne di
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Lizzie Weakley's Green Blog

Community Cleanup: 5 Ways You Can Help Keep the Environment Green and Clean

We too often think of the environment as someone else’s problem—automobile manufacturers, oil refineries, and power plants, for example. But we each have a personal responsibility to help keep Mother Nature healthy and happy. We as individuals can contribute to a green, clean environment in more ways than you might expect. The Last Straw Did you know plastic straws are one of the most widespread environmental hazards? According to the article “Straws: Why They Seriously Suck,” more
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Green Energy

Do the Permaculture and other related courses along with best teachers

The Permaculture and natural building courses are enabling the people to get out of the trap of collecting a huge amount of money. This makes the food security system better because this enables everyone to grow the food on their own. The youngsters are motivated to grow plants and crops for enabling a better farming business with new farming techniques. This is better for the economic growth of a family and this enables the people to enjoy the farming methods. ·         The students are
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HannahWhittenly's Blog

Go Green! How to Better Care for Your Yard in an Eco-Friendly Way

You purchase organic fruits and vegetables, you use energy efficient appliances, what else can you do to live an eco-friendlier lifestyle? Environmentally friendly lawn care is crucial to keeping your yard safe and limit your environmental impact. Use these tips to learn how to care for your yard in a green way. Mow Your Grass High When it comes to mowing your lawn, higher is usually better. Leave your grass at a height of three inches or higher. This will promote a healthier and dense
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The Green Machine Blog

Exciting New Developments in Solar Energy Technology

The sun produces a renewable form of energy that can be used to power homes and commercial properties much like fossil fuels are used today. While there are several different financial and non-monetary advantages to using solar energy, the prime reason why there’s such a huge push in developing new solar energy technology is that the implementation of these technologies could potentially help to save the environment. In the past, the government would offer tax breaks for individuals who i
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Dixie Somers

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Green Living Blog

3 Simple Ways You Can Improve the Appearance of Your Yard

As you drive through your neighborhood, you may notice a few yards that have been beautifully designed and immaculately maintained. When you compare these yards to your own, you may feel as though your home is woefully inadequate. Dressing up your curb appeal can seem like a major undertaking, but the task can be simplified with gorgeous results when you follow a few easy steps. Create a Plan Before you make any changes to your yard, you need to have a clear vision of what you want to
Meghan Belnap

Meghan Belnap

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Shades of an Apple Green Home

Solar Energy Solutions: 4 Unique Devices that Use the Sun

There’s no arguing that solar energy essentially is the future. Solar energy is becoming markedly more common among people everywhere. There are a number of distinctive solar energy devices that are quickly gaining traction lately, too. If you’re all about depending on the extraordinary power of the sun, you need to know about them. Solar Lanterns Solar devices are wonderful for many reasons. Solar lanterns aren’t an exception. These lanterns can come in handy for outdoorsy people
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Brooke Chaplan's Green Blog

3 Ways to Cut down on Pollution from Your Wood-Burning Fireplace

Burning a wood fire in your fireplace on chilly winter days can add a touch of coziness to your home, and it can also bring much-needed warmth to your space. However, a wood-burning fire in your fireplace can increase indoor air pollution. The air pollution can be so significant at times that it creates a true health hazard that puts you and your loved ones inside the home at immediate risk. With proper usage and maintenance of your fireplace, you can reduce the risk of indoor air pollution gene
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HannahWhittenly's Blog

Giving Back: 4 Ways Homeowners Can Positively Impact the Environment

Being environmentally conscious is becoming an increasingly popular idea, and there are many steps that homeowners can take to aid in this objective. Homes are a major contributor concerning energy consumption, carbon dioxide emissions, and many other factors that have a direct effect on the environment. As a homeowner, there are a variety of actions that you can take to make your home have a positive impact on the environment, and here are four tips to do so. Conserve Water Water is a
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Shades of an Apple Green Home

4 Green Fuel Sources Used to Produce Electricity

When you care about the environment, you will want to find renewable or eco-friendly sources of electricity. In order to save the earth’s fossil fuels, scientists are working hard to find renewable ways to have electricity. Not only are these newer sources of power renewable, but also, these methods create less pollution, helping to protect the earth’s water, soil and groundwater. Here are four types of environmentally friendly sources of electrical power. Geothermal Sources To hav
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The Green Machine Blog

How Much Does Switching to Solar Energy Save?

Countless US homeowners are investing in solar power installations. There are two primary reasons for switching to solar: to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions produced by fossil-fuel-burning power plants and save money on utility bills. So, how much money can you expect to save with a solar power installation exactly? Solar Power Installation Prices According to the Department of Energy (DOE), the average cost of residential solar power installations through companies like Solar S
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Dixie Somers

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The Green Machine Blog

Which Roofing Material Is the Greenest?

If it is time to replace your roof, but you are hoping to reduce your carbon footprint, there are several options available that are environmentally friendly. The option you choose will depend on your budget, your preferences and the look of your home. If you’re looking for eco-friendly yet affordable roofing and gutters, consider the following options. Standing Seam Metal Roofs Standing seam metal roofs reflect sunlight and are 100 percent recyclable. In addition, you can purchase met
Dixie Somers

Dixie Somers

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Lizzie Weakley's Green Blog

Power Monitoring Solutions: How to Make Sure Your Business Stays Energy Efficient

When it comes to energy efficiency, it can really affect how successful your business is. If you require a lot of heavy equipment, he costs for maintaining them can add up quickly. This can cause you to have to take out extra capital to pay for it, tying up your potential investments. This means you could lose out on opportunities to grow quickly. To avoid this, make sure you’re monitoring your power and keeping your company energy efficient the right solutions. Dual Phase Converters
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LizzieWeakley

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Shades of an Apple Green Home

How to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient and Green

Even if you aren’t ready to spend a significant amount of money on renovations, there might be a handful of smaller upgrades that will make your home much more efficient. Carrying out a few of these projects could end up saving you hundreds of dollars a month on your electric, water, and gas bills. Here is a quick look at four steps that you can take to improve your home’s efficiency and reduce your carbon footprint. Install Low-Flow Fixtures In the average American home, showers a
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HannahWhittenly's Blog

Give Earth Some Love! How Your Business Can Save Money by Going Green

More companies are moving towards the green movement. It’s good for the environment, and it can help you save some money for your business. Here are some ways that you can make your company greener: Invest in Paperless Technology In the digital age, you can save a lot of money by using your technology to your advantage. Instead of printing out presentations, purchase tablets for your employees. Encourage them to not print out emails and other things that can be viewed online. You can r
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