Archive for February, 2012
Man Made Photosynthesis Can Change the Fate of Farming
Photosynthesis is known as a process performed by plants, through which they can turn the solar energy into fuel and food. Nonetheless it is also known that the process isn’t a really efficient one; its efficiency being of only one percent. This is why the specialists have been working on creating an ‘artificial leaf’ that [...]
Going Green? Start with a Green Mortgage!
If you’re looking for a cost-effective way to transform your home into a more eco-friendly living area, consider applying for a green mortgage. A green mortgage, which is also called an Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM), is a type of loan that provides you with a larger amount of money than you may normally receive with [...]
Ultracapacitors to Change the Concept of Green Transport
The main point of the electric vehicles is that they don’t have carbon emissions and they don’t require expensive fuel. Since the fuels are getting more expensive and people have become more environment conscious, it is no wonder that the vehicles of this kind became more important. The manufacturers including Toyota, BMW and GM are [...]
Trendy Tips for a Greener 2012
Being green is a major trend on its own, but there are some tips that are gaining more and more popularity. In case you would like to make sure that this year will be greener, you should adopt some of these tips. Make the most of it Although it seems something minor, you should think [...]
Making your Home Eco-Friendly: Things That Save You Money
As purse strings tighten and the world increasingly shifts its focus to eco-friendly products and lifestyles, it’s hard to overlook the money-saving benefits that more environmentally-aware products bring to the table. Research from insurance provider Castle Cover showed that utility prices have increased drastically over recent years, so while shopping around can save you money [...]
Nature Inspired Living Habitats: 6 Awesome Examples
When it comes to the problems of architecture, there are a lot of professionals who turn to nature to find solutions. The result of ‘biomimicry’ doesn’t only consist of interesting looking buildings, but this way it is also easier to integrate the buildings into an eco-friendly system. (photo credit: www.ecofriend.com) 1. Fake Hills Fake Hills [...]
7 Green Jobs to Look for This Year
A green job refers to a workplace that helps to restore or preserve the quality of the environment. These jobs are just perfect for the people who would like to feel like they make a difference in the world and who opt for living an environment friendly life. 1. Farmer At the moment the average [...]
