Alternative Fuels
May 12, 2008 by Editor
Filed under Ecology, Global Warming
Alternative fuels are changing the way that our world views various forms of gasoline. Consumers are now becoming conscious of the impact that their purchases have on the environment. Oil companies are also starting to realize that they can change the way their fuel is made in order to continue a... Read More
Micro-Hydropower
Hydro power, or water power, has been used for thousands of years. The ancient Greeks and Romans used waterwheel technology to grind grain, and for centuries waterwheels were used to power mills and machinery in this country. Today, large hydroelectric plants use dams to harness the energy of rivers.... Read More
Are Wood Burning Stoves Ecologically Sound?
March 31, 2008 by Editor
Filed under Ecology, Global Warming
Wanting to get away from using fossil fuels to heat your home is certainly a good idea. The high cost of fossil fuels, plus the idea of using a non-renewable energy source to warm your home is unattractive, so finding viable alternatives such as heating with wood can be a good idea – if it’s done... Read More
Can’t Afford Organic?
March 24, 2008 by Editor
Filed under Ecology, Green Family, Health
For many, the desire to eat organic is squelched by the lack of ability to pay higher prices for organic foods. This is a terrible situation to be in – choosing between what you can afford and what is more healthy. So what should you do if you find that you cannot afford to have only organic foods... Read More
Disposing of Hazardous Household Chemicals
Even green households sometimes have something hazardous lying around. Motor oil from your latest oil change, leftover oil based paint, coolant, brake fluid, even car batteries. It only takes one gallon of improperly disposed of oil to contaminate a million gallons of groundwater! That’s why it’s... Read More
