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Emma Sturgis

Want To Be Self-Sustaining? 3 Lifestyle Changes To Cut Your Carbon Footprint

The term “carbon footprint” refers to the overall amount of carbon that normal living puts into the environment. It includes all types of greenhouse gases that are produced as a result of various activities. For example, the carbon footprint of driving a vehicle includes not only the emissions it produces as it burns gasoline, but also emissions created in the production and refining of the fuel, as well as emissions that are created from the car’s manufacture and maintenance. A number of carbon
EmmaSturgis

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Eileen O'Shanassy's Blog

How to Create a More Energy Efficient Home

In today’s world, keeping costs down is important and this is especially crucial for new homeowners. If the utility payments get out of hand, it is very easy to fall behind on all your bills. To alleviate some of the utility costs, consider what you can do and what tools can be used to make your home more energy efficient. Here are some tips for cutting back on energy use and how to make life at home a lot easier. Energy Audit Every homeowner who wants a more energy efficient home shou
Eileen O'Shanassy

Eileen O'Shanassy

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Brooke Chaplan's Green Blog

3 Green Materials That Help Your Landscape Thrive

The right landscape can greatly improve both the curb appeal and market value of a home. From landscaping arrangements that feature native plants or sophisticated irrigation systems that may reduce upkeep and maintenance costs to outdoor lighting options that may improve the appearance of an outdoor area after dark, there are numerous ways to improve the look and feel of an outdoor space. The following three resources can make a welcome addition to any lawn or landscape.   Xerisca
BrookeChaplan

BrookeChaplan

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Sophie's pondering

5 Tips for Going Green at Your Office

Going green doesn’t only show that your office cares about the environment – in many cases, it also saves you money. With the environment in its current state, businesses everywhere are beginning to develop an eco-conscience. They’re prioritizing the planet by reducing the amount of waste that they generate and relying less on external resources to keep themselves going. This isn’t only for the wealthy elite – even small businesses can implement changes that will have a positive impact on the pl
Sophie Crown

Sophie Crown

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Re-Shaping World

How to have a green, eco-friendly Christmas

This year, we have been thinking a lot about how to be more eco-friendly. We know that we can turn off lights when we leave the room, walk rather than taking the car where possible, and avoid products which use a lot of plastic packaging. But what can we do at Christmas time to be better for the environment? Here are some tips. Shop local Every product which is imported, from your presents to your tree to your food on the table, has a carbon footprint. If something has travelled o
ElizabethLee

ElizabethLee

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HannahWhittenly's Blog

Think You Are Green? 4 Things That Everyone Does That Aren't Eco-Friendly

Your actions will always have a huge impact on the local environment and the world as a whole. That is why it is so important for everyone to continue looking for ways they can become as eco-friendly as possible. Here is a closer look at some of the common ways people are wasteful and what can be done to change those habits. Eating Too Much Meat According to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the livestock industry is responsible for 51 percent of
HannahWhittenly

HannahWhittenly

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The Positive Blog

Industries That Could Benefit from Renewable Energy Sources

All nations of the 21st century face an enormous challenge—quickly and successfully making the transition from a primarily carbon-intensive economy to one based on renewable energy sources. Climate change and the serious impacts of global warming are no longer a hypothesis. In fact, many leading researchers warn that climate change was severely underestimated in the last decade, with some going so far as saying it's already game over and all we can do is mitigate the worst impacts. And with a ne
JeremmyJr.

JeremmyJr.

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Brooke Chaplan's Green Blog

3 Ways Companies Are Reducing Their Environmental Impact

A new UN study concludes that the future of companies around the globe will depend on their ability to cope with the coming consequences of climate change. Food, mining, transport, finance, and tourism industries especially will be impacted by extreme weather, the rising cost of natural resources, and a reduction in biodiversity. Companies that haven't put emphasis on reducing their environmental impact should do so now. Here are three important ways companies can get started.   Sm
BrookeChaplan

BrookeChaplan

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Murphey's Law of Sustainability

5 Renewable Solutions for Water Conservation

There are numerous renewable solutions for water conservation that are easily implemented by businesses and in residential areas. Five renewable solutions for water conservation include: ·         Rainwater Harvesting ·         Dedicated residential water containers ·         Energy efficient water-saving sprinkler systems ·         Water conservation monitoring systems ·         Green landscaping initiatives   Rainwater Harvesting Harvesting rainwater is not
rachaelmurphey

rachaelmurphey

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Emma Sturgis

Save Some Green: Why Making Your Home More Energy Efficient Could Save Money and The Environment

Cutting back on your energy usage can have benefits to both your wallet and the globe. According to data from the Alliance to Save Energy, the average American household spends $2,100/year on energy, so reducing energy costs by just 10% or 20% could equal big savings. By making your home more energy efficient, you'll also help make a positive impact on the environment   Ways Energy Efficiency is Beneficial 1. Improving the Environment It's no secret that the creation
EmmaSturgis

EmmaSturgis

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Lizzie Weakley's Green Blog

Chilly in Winter? 4 Signs You Have an Inefficient Heating System

An inefficient heating system could cost you hundreds of dollars each year, and sadly, most homeowners don’t even know they are wasting this much money because they assume as long as the heater is producing heat, it’s working 100 percent. To know if your heating system is being inefficient, here are four things you will want to look out for. 1. High Gas Consumption Chances are your utility company allows you to view your bills from a few years ago, and if you don’t have an online account, co
LizzieWeakley

LizzieWeakley

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Emma Sturgis

Is Your Garage Full Of Chemicals? 4 Strategies To Go Greener Around The House

It's difficult to avoid coming into contact with toxic chemicals. They're used routinely by homeowners and gardeners to perform lawn care and landscaping tasks, clean home interiors and exteriors, eradicate pests, maintain or protect surfaces inside and outside the home, and maintenance the family vehicles. Most suburban homeowners' garages contain caches of toxic chemicals; if you have a garage, yours probably does, too.   Do you ever worry about what could happen if your kids co
EmmaSturgis

EmmaSturgis

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Green Energy

How to Use Fundraising Bricks for Maximum Benefit

When considering fundraising ideas, there are certainly a wide variety of options available, including everything from car washes to bake sales; just about anything that can be traded, bought or sold can also be used for effective fundraising. However, fundraising bricks are an idea that can be very unique. These bricks can have many different uses in addition to various brick options. This fundraising idea can actually be used to build everything from buildings to planters and walls. It is simp
greenenergy

greenenergy

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Andrew Newitt's Blog

Low Cost Upgrades to Make Your Home Green

It is no secret that going green is today more import than ever. For this reason, many homeowners decide to turn their houses into real environmentally-friendly places. What’s great about this is that by aiding in preserving the nature this way you can also manage to save a lot of money. This is the case because the goals of every cautions homeowner should be using less energy, using less water and recycling. So if you decide to contribute to saving the environment, here are 5 low cost upgrades
Andrew Newitt

Andrew Newitt

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Katy and Her Eco World

Simple strategies for truck drivers who strive for a greener world

It has been calculated that an overwhelming number of over 93 million 159-litre oil barrels are consumed on a daily basis all around the world. By recent estimates, by 2090 world reserves of fossil fuels will be significantly diminished. We will not run out of fuel completely as new reserves will probably be found, however it is important to consider everyday fuel consumption especially if one is working within transportation industry.     Driving style When you take a
KatyFinigan

KatyFinigan

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The Green Machine Blog

What to Know about Eco-Friendly Pest Control Methods

Most people are aware of the impact commercial farms have on the impact with their use of pesticides. What many do not realize, however, is regular home and garden use of pesticides adds up to 160 million pounds of chemical use every year, which is more than the government and businesses combined. Want to do something to help the environment while keeping pests away from your home? Green pest control methods can be just as effective as chemicals or even work better without the use of che
Dixie Somers

Dixie Somers

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Lizzie Weakley's Green Blog

7 Reasons Why Now is an Important Time to Get Your Family Involved in Recycling

Recycling as a family can be beneficial and fun. Being able to teach children about the benefits of the practice instills good habits and provides a science lesson they never expected. Here are seven reasons why it is important to start recycling as a family. We Can Cut Down on the Production of Cans According to the charity, Wheels for Wishes, there are approximately 105,784 aluminum cans being recycled in the United States every single minute. Unfortunately, 350,000 brand new c
LizzieWeakley

LizzieWeakley

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Kate's Blog

China is at the Head of a “Quiet” Green Finance Revolution

Last week a global conference on responsible investment was held in Singapore, China. One could see the leadership staring at us via a video-link to that conference. Chief Economist at the People’s Bank of China, Dr. Ma Jun, stated that China is currently moving to the mandatory report of environmental information by the companies. Dr. Ma Jun mentioned that all water, climate, and environmental issues are closely connected with asset allocation risks. This conference, which was held by Prin
KatherinePage

KatherinePage

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HannahWhittenly's Blog

The Infected World: How Land Contamination Affects All of Us

Land contamination affects us all in many different ways. The pollution that results from urbanization, industrial activities and waste disposal can have detrimental effects on human health as well as the ecosystem as a whole. Health Hazards Pollution has long been linked to certain health problems in humans, but you may be surprised to learn about some of the less obvious problems that are caused by pollution. The Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics states that the pollution
HannahWhittenly

HannahWhittenly

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HannahWhittenly's Blog

Recycle or Throw Out: What Goes in the Trash & What Does Not

As recycling technology has improved over the past decade, it has led to some confusion regarding what can and cannot be recycled. Can you throw plastic bags in the recycling bin? Do you have to wash out jars and bottles before recycling? What about Styrofoam and used paper towels? These tips can help you better understand what is recyclable and what should be tossed into the trash. Plastic Bags Although most recycling facilities have the ability to recycle plastic bags, most prefe
HannahWhittenly

HannahWhittenly

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Re-Shaping World

Just saying hi

Hello everybody! Welcome to my first, introductory post My name is Elizabeth and I hope we will have a chance to become closer friends. Wish my luck in my blogging endeavour. By
ElizabethLee

ElizabethLee

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Lizzie Weakley's Green Blog

3 Ways to Keep Well Water System Green and Clean

We all know we must have water in order to survive. Many people do not question the safety of the water that comes out of their tap. According to the US Geological Survey, approximately 15% of individuals use private well water for their drinking water source. But is such water safe? We will look at 3 ways to ensure your well water is safe for consumption. Pay Attention to Warning Signs Many well system owners rely upon their wells for drinking water and water for cooking and cle
LizzieWeakley

LizzieWeakley

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The Green Machine Blog

5 New Fuel Economy Technologies to Watch For

The desire for better fuel economy is not a new trend. For decades, automotive manufacturers and designers have been coming up with ways to help the consumer in getting more miles out of their gas tanks. The latest technologies in the fuel economy arena show a lot of promise in taking fuel economy to a new level. Let’s take a look as some of the most interesting advancements to keep your eyes on.   Advanced Cylinder Deactivation While cylinder deactivation was originally introduce
Dixie Somers

Dixie Somers

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