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December 26th, 2011

HOW GREEN TECHNOLOGY OFFERS ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDLY SOLUTIONS?

Green Technology is known as the environmental and clean technology. It is basically the integration of modern technology and environmental science which preserves the global environment and its resources. It is still in its developmental stage and is still to take up its way into the market which has already been dominated by other products and services. The concept of Green Technology is very much revolutionary and it addresses all environmental needs of today. It uses more efficient technology systems that require less energy and produce less waste. The introduction of "Save the Planet" mission has brought in great development and researches in technologies. Green Technology is considered the new and next generation of our society as it is not worth to use those technologies which create bad side effects on us. Greentech is one of the best things to be used instead of the conventional technologies. Main motive behind using them is to promote recycling and using reusable products. Humans feel better if the waste and pollution reduction is done properly. The various types of Green Technology are as follows: • Power - Fossil fuels, oil production are considered one of the traditional ways of power generation. This can bring in ...
August 28th, 2011

ENVIRONMENTAL AND FRIENDLY TREATMENTS FOR COOTIE

  When I was a student, I saw that if a student unluckily had head cootie, he or she would be boycotted by other children. Head lice are terrible. Those who suffered from them had all kinds of awful chemicals applied or no hair on their heads.     While the stigma of head lice appears to have relented, the incidence of head lice hasn't, nor has the use of environmentally unfriendly chemicals used in treatment.   Some head lice preparations (and shampoos for that matter), contain Lindane. Lindane is a toxin that persists in the environment, making its way into waterways after being rinsed off.   The US EPA classifies lindane as a bioaccumulative and toxic chemical and belongs to the same family of chemicals as DDT and PCBs. It can be absorbed through the skin and affect the central nervous system. It's also known to cause liver and kidney damage - so it's a good idea to check your head lice treatment for this chemical.   Nothing is as good as monitoring to prevent head lice infestation, but an excellent alternative to environmentally harmful chemicals is Tea Tree Oil. A capful of tea tree oil poured into a spray bottle then filled with water ...
July 1st, 2011

15 EASY WAYS TO BE GREEN

These tips can make a big difference on our environment and your wallet. Some are just about being mindful of our daily activities and others can save you big money. Most of them are very easy and cost little or nothing to implement.1. Focus on native plantings for your garden - they are often pet resistant and need less watering.2. Use rain barrels to collect rainwater to water your garden, this can save big money on your summer water bill. Gardener's Supply Catalogue has excellent choices.3. Plant trees to provide shade to areas of your home where mid-day sun heat is strongest during the summer months.4. Plant your own veggies and herbs so you can walk outside when you need something rather than running to the store.5. Consider solar energy. Even if you aren't in the "sun belt" the average U.S. city receives more sun than Germany which is the world leader in solar energy. Canadians use it successfully. Solar energy is not just for someone else.6. Use only appliances with the Energy Star logo. They use from 10-50% less energy and water. If you are using a 20 year or older major appliance, you are overspending on your energy ...