Buying Carbon Offsets is one way to deploy our resources towards a better Future. The best first step is to always think about the very real consequences of your actions. Protecting our air and water isn’t something that can be taken care of by someone else, we have to do it for ourselves.
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What are Carbon Offsets: Going Green and Creating Green Power Projects
Posted on August 14, 2009 by Dr. Ken PollockWhat’s My Carbon Footprint?
Posted on August 14, 2009 by Dr. Ken PollockDetermining your “carbon footprint” means to measure the amount of greenhouse gases that you are adding into the atmosphere. The term was coined from carbon dioxide, the greenhouse gas that is the main contributor to climate change.
Tussocks, Aquatic Weeds And The Environment
Posted on August 12, 2009 by Dave McNabbDo you know what Tussocks, Sudds, Floatons or Floating Islands are? If not, the answer is simple; they are clusters of Floating peat, muck and aquatic plants. Nutrient rubble and flora roots are also in the structure of these islands. Actually, the sizes of these drifting islands can be a few feet to 100's of acres.
What Are Tussocks?
Posted on August 12, 2009 by Dave McNabbDo you know what Tussocks, Sudds, Floatons or Floating Islands are? Well, if you haven’t, it is a wide roaming mass of mud, peat, and aquatic plants. Organic junk and flora roots are also in the structure of these islands.
Electric Solar Panels
Posted on August 7, 2009 by wyattElectric Solar Panels are normally known as PV panel. It is basically a group of scientifically treated silicon cells arranged in series of string which would produce electric power whenever exposed to light. Solar panels are commonly of three types.
Commercial EPCs: Them and me
Posted on August 6, 2009 by winstonsmithWhether you’re planning to construct, sell or lease a commercial building, you may well have to start getting an Energy Performance Certificate. This article tells you everything you need to consider about EPCs, incorporating core information such as whether they are a legal requirement for your circumstances, how they can be put together and which bodies are responsible for enforcing them.
Eco Friendly Companies
Posted on August 6, 2009 by Howard ChaseStimulating eco friendly purchases can go a long way to ease the problem of pollution and encourage the planet's sustainability. Yet, there are many things that you need to remember if you wish to fall in the eco friendly movement. While it may feel good to acquire items with an eco friendly description on them, it is important to recognize the fact that many of the labels are unwarranted. As there is no standardization of eco friendly labels, many corporations will attach th...
Sell Your Old Apple iPod - Earn Extra Cash and Help the Environment for Recycling iPods
Posted on October 17, 2009 by Steve RoperElectronic waste has become a huge problem in the last few years in the United Kingdom. Thousands of tons of old electronic items are filling up our rubbish tips, the majority of which are completely un-biodegradable. These are leaking dangerous chemicals into soil and potentially polluting our water and killing the natural inhabitants. One of the main sources of this electronic waste is the Apple iPod, since being released 8 years ago over 205 million units have been sold.
Preventing Global warming – The efforts across the world
Posted on August 1, 2009 by JJHoogstrateThis is a summary of what happens at this moment around the globe concerning global warming. In this article you can read about activities in the United States, Japan, Russia, Belgium and other countries. Don't forget to join 350.org on the 24th of October this year!
The Many Benefits We Get From Gardening
Posted on July 25, 2009 by joalestoBoth a wholesome and a productive pastime, gardening has various benefits. It is good for the body as it is regarded as a form of exercise. It is also a therapeutic hobby, helping you counteract the detrimental effects of stress. Furthermore, it has practical benefits such as growing fruits and vegetables just in your very own garden.
Popular Environmental Articles
Cape Town 4x4 Trails
Posted on August 4, 2008 by Robert ThomsonDo you have the passion for exploration? With your 4x4, you too can travel new paths and untried roads. Take pleasure in 4x4 trails around Cape Town, exploring and experiencing the great outdoors.
How the Rainforest Alliance is Impacting Our World
Posted on August 14, 2009 by Hugh McInnesFind out how Rainforest Alliance is helping to sustain our environment from the growing climate change issues. Discover how organisation can support the Rainforest Alliance projects through sustainable agriculture, forestry and tourism operations.
Getting Educated in Wind Energy
Posted on October 15, 2009 by Rose EricGetting Educated in Wind Energy Wind Energy is becoming a popular alternative source of energy that the general public is becoming interested in. Using natural resources to replace electricity is a win-win situation. No pollution, little cost to operate and lower power bills. There are numerous companies that are building factories and starting to build these tested windmills but the cart appears to be ahead of the horse.
Fires are Heating up the Atmosphere
Posted on July 4, 2009 by saddam hussainIt seems each week another natural disaster breaks out somewhere in the world. It seems the number of fires, floods, earthquakes and hurricanes are increasing. They also seem to be becoming more and more devastating. It would be reassuring to tell ourselves that things aren’t any different than they were twenty years ago, that we simply have a more globalised media system now, or that such events are blown out of proportion by the media themselves.
Commercial EPCs: Them and me
Posted on August 6, 2009 by winstonsmithWhether you’re planning to construct, sell or lease a commercial building, you may well have to start getting an Energy Performance Certificate. This article tells you everything you need to consider about EPCs, incorporating core information such as whether they are a legal requirement for your circumstances, how they can be put together and which bodies are responsible for enforcing them.
A Comparative Analysis of the Advantages of Growing Paulownia vs. Teak
Posted on January 29, 2009 by Ben RadiiA few years ago teak was considered the panacea of solutions for socio economic problems in Panama. But, today, the harsh reality of growing teak is widely known. Recognized in many countries as a weed, Panama is one of the few nations in the world that gives tax incentives for planting Tectona Grandis, teak.
What’s My Carbon Footprint?
Posted on August 14, 2009 by Dr. Ken PollockDetermining your “carbon footprint” means to measure the amount of greenhouse gases that you are adding into the atmosphere. The term was coined from carbon dioxide, the greenhouse gas that is the main contributor to climate change.
Environmental-Surveyors - The Source for Land Condition Records
Posted on January 17, 2008 by Jason GardnerThe main objectives of Land Condition Records are to determine the future goals of the producer and accordingly plan a comprehensive nutrient management strategy for present and future conditions. It includes several steps - facility information, safety and emergency action plan, objectives and resources, inventory, analysis and alternatives.
The Important Facts on Japanese Knotweed
Posted on August 29, 2008 by rwakefieldJapanese knotweed is a major hazard to our gardens and environment. The best step to getting rid of this awful weed is to learn about it in detail. This article addresses the main facts and sets you on the way to annihilate japanese knotweed in your garden.
Invest In Your Environment, Create Homemade Energy
Posted on July 13, 2009 by Josehp RassemessenYou can find information to build your own homemade solar electricity generator, though it might not be free. By spending only $ 200 to acquire all parts and equipment , you will be able to construct homemade energy to produce solar forr home use. You will need more than one solar panel to power your home. One panel is, however, a good start to changing your energy source. You can use common supplies and in no time produce your own homemade panel. You will no longer have t...
