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Plummeting Solar Panel Prices help Surge in Popularity of Renewable Energy
Until recently, anyone who had their heart set on installing a solar panel of some sort on the roof of their property may have baulked at the cost, but recent falls in the cost of photovoltaic (PV) panels may render them a little more affordable. Although take-up of solar panels has increased, the total income [...]
Top 5 Green Living Apps
Climate change has been a long running problem, worrying world leaders and the population alike about where the planet is heading. This has been one big reason why the going green phenomenon took off in the first place. Preserving our natural resources, ensuring a bright future for our children and reducing pollution are three big [...]
What makes a great Garden Office? (Infographic)
We are always looking to save money in the garden, and this Infographic from Gembuild Garden Offices might just help! If you’re thinking about purchasing a garden office, this Infographic is a good starting point. It shows the type of high specification garden office you should be looking for, especially when companies can charge out [...]
3 Smart Eco-Friendly Changes for Your Business
Today’s companies have many greener business options available to them than ever before; from redesigning and greening up old buildings to implementing state of the art Eco-architecture for new structures and beyond. But, having an environmentally friendly business is more than just the walls that surround the staff or meeting the requirements for the city’s plans for sustainability. Adding new [...]
What to Look Out For In an Eco-Friendly Fridge Freezer
Finding yourself an eco-friendly fridge-freezer isn’t only going to help the environment – it’s also a great saver on your energy bills. Technology has come a long way and newer models are far more efficient than the older ones. It is generally expected that cooling appliances, such as fridge freezers, are the second highest contributor [...]
Saving the Planet One Barrel at a Time
You probably think I mean oil barrel. It’s okay—that’s what most people would think when they read a headline like that one. What I’m talking about, though, is the rain barrel. In the last couple of years rain collection barrels have become more and more widespread. They aren’t quite as ubiquitous as composting—yet, but they’ll [...]
Cigarettes – Bad For You, Bad For the Environment
By now, everyone knows that cigarettes are pretty bad for you. Not only are they packed with carcinogens like tar, formaldehyde and carbon monoxide, but they can increase the risk of various cancers. There’s also nicotine – most people believe this is a harmless aspect of a cigarette, but actually the addictive substance increases the [...]
The Best Eco-Friendly Freezers: A Step Towards Lessening our Carbon Footprint
Fridges and freezers are two of the greatest household consumers of energy. Along with high energy consumption, most fridges and freezers also use HFC gases, which, due to the carbon dioxide that they produce, are known to have a significant effect on the climate. With the increasingly urgent call of environmentalists for humanity to reduce [...]
The World’s Greenest Businesses: How They Do It
Never before has it been so important for businesses of all sizes to be as eco-friendly as possible. Whether it’s simply by cutting down on energy use or by developing or using new, less energy intensive technology, being green can help to boost bank balances as well as images. Here are just a few examples [...]
How Young People Can Help the Environment
Young people these days take a lot of flack from the older generation for one thing or another. However, many are keen to actually do their bit for the community, society and the environment. The green cause has been highlighted to people of all ages over recent years, and it is up to everyone to [...]
