Minimalism is sweeping the nation. It seems everywhere you turn these days there is an article about another young person who has decided they have had enough of consumerism and are taking steps toward a life with less. Tiny houses now grace our televisions, and numerous books about minimalism fill the shelves of our bookstores and libraries. What … Read more
Gone green with your grocery shopping? Got a nice little grow of vegetables on the go? Great! You’re a true eco-warrior. Now that your home is the ultimate example of green living, it’s time to get together with your neighbors to create a sustainable, resource-light neighborhood. Here are ten top tips for a planet loving … Read more
Air travel is simply awful for the environment – its impact on Mother Nature is nothing short of terrifying, representing the worst form of travel, in terms of greenhouse gases per passenger mile. This is despite attempts by aviation businesses that proclaim that they ‘only’ represent between 1.5% and 2% of all CO2 emissions (The … Read more
It’s summer now and the temperatures are WARM! One of the biggest concerns to many during the hotter months is the problem of staying cool. Many people turn to their air conditioners, but that presents its own problems. Not only are air conditioners expensive to purchase, but they are also costly to run too. They’ll … Read more
Modern living relies heavily on energy usages. With imported oil at a premium, countries are beginning to wake up to the concept of producing their own energy within their country rather than shipping it in from abroad. Enter fracking, the drilling technique that releases natural gas from deep within the earth. What is fracking? Fracking … Read more
The race for the White House is in full swing now, and we’re down to three front-runners: Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders, and Donald Trump. Key topics such as national security, immigration reform, and the economy dominate the global headlines, whereas areas such as climate change, animal rights, and agriculture fail to hit the spotlight. In … Read more
We still do it big in the States and when it comes to renewable energy, we’ve got some of the most amazing structures in the world. Renewable technology covers a wide range of projects from solar panels and wind turbines to hydroelectric and geothermal power plants. While much of the attention has been on big … Read more
Businesses across the US are always looking for ways to save money. Since the financial crash a few years ago, it’s certainly been high on the agenda. While some business owners may say that going green involves spending more bucks, the opposite is actually true. It’s easy to become a green business nowadays and it … Read more
If you have paid attention to the growth of green technology in recent years, you’ll no doubt have heard of LED lighting. Even if you don’t much care about how the lights work in your home or office, you might be more interested to learn that LED bulbs can bring huge benefits, including cutting now … Read more
With the potential rise in the cost of home heating bills and electricity, many homeowners and businesses across the US are looking at new solutions. This could include installing more energy-efficient technology. We always like to keep an eye out for the latest developments and discover ways to save money with greener options. If you … Read more