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| Renewable Energy is Picking up in France |
| In these challenging and turbulent times renewable energy is becoming very popular all over the world and there are several thorough reasons for this. As this energy is generated from natural resources such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides there could be no doubt that this kind of energy is naturally |
| Author: Travis Olague |
| Directory: Article Categories - Environmental |
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| (Published: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:50:13 +0000) |
| Renewable Energy is Picking up in France |
| In these challenging and turbulent times renewable energy is becoming very popular all over the world and there are several thorough reasons for this. As this energy is generated from natural resources such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides there could be no doubt that this kind of energy is naturally |
| Author: Travis Olague |
| Directory: Article Categories - Environmental |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| 10 reasons to buy a hybrid car |
Care for the environment? Want to save the planet? Then you must think in terms of fuel efficiency, non-polluting, and eco-friendly transport. The answer lies in purchasing and using a hybrid car. They not just make a statement that I care but are compact and fuel efficient.
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| 13 SEER & Earth Day: Working Together To Improve the Environment |
The 35th anniversary of Earth Day will take place on April 22. Through the combined efforts of government, grassroots organizations and environmentally minded companies, Earth Day has evolved into a worldwide campaign to protect the global environment.
In the U.S., the Departme |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| 5 Great Reasons To Harness Solar Power |
Very simply put, ‘Solar energy’ is energy that is derived from the sun. Our sun is an abundant source of energy; it gives of heat and light. The sun’s been revered by several cultures of the past and even by a few cultures still present today. The ancient Egyptians even worshiped the s |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| African Safaris boast spectacular wildlife |
When you are in Africa, you will obviously want to see animals. The best way to do this is to book yourself a place on a safari. Guided safaris leave regularly from all the biggest tourist destinations, and you can even arrange your own if you know what you’re doing and where you’re going. |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Air Purifiers and Filters Guide |
Have you ever wondered what is floating through the air in your home? Just because you can't see something doesn't mea n it isn't there. Millions of particles, pollutants, gases, bacteria, and allergens are roaming your house with no way to get out making the air inside your home up to 100 t |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Air Purifiers – A breath of fresh air |
Air purifiers are devices employed in homes and business all over the world. Due to the amount of dust etc indoors, air purifiers are used to clean and ‘purify’ the air inside the building, circulating it until it is free from unnecessary particles.
An air purifier usually takes |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Americans Get Serious About Recycling |
At home, at work and at school, Americans have successfully engaged in recycling programs--and one of the best success stories is paper.
In 2005, a record-high 51.5 percent (51.3 million tons) of all paper consumed in the U.S. was recovered for recycling. The American Forest & |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| America's Beauty Is Everywhere You Make It |
Each spring, as Americans head for the great outdoors, millions of volunteers rally for the nation's largest annual community improvement program. It's a great way to enjoy some fresh air, spend quality time with the family, meet new friends and make a difference in your community's environm |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Antarctica, Is It Really In Danger? |
With all of the fervor these days about the dangers of global warming many people are concerned about the fate of Antarctica. The fears are that the ice that makes up the continent is melting faster than normal and not freezing back as it usually does with a very even ebb and flow. The conce |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| An Overview of Wind as an Energy Source |
Wind is one of the cleanest, if not cleanest, renewable energy sources available to us. What most people don’t know is it is also the fastest growing energy sector.
Wind is an indirect version of solar power. Different surfaces on the Earth react differently to being hit by sunl |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Are We Humans Really The Masters Of This Planet? |
Are we humans beings really the masters of this planet? Do we have the authority to self-righteously assume global dominance? The following article is my view to the questions. It is certainly not definitive. It is just an expression of my own thoughts and opinions.
In my opinio |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Asia, Africa and Climate Modification |
As often seems the case, less developed countries seem to receive the bulk of the impact when it comes to negative world developments. The third world and climate modification is no different.
Third World and Climate modification
By definition, climate modification |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| A Great Loneliness |
'Man must treat the beasts of this land as his brothers.
What is man without the beasts?
If all the beasts were gone,
Man would die from a great loneliness of spirit.
For whatever happens to the beasts,
also happens to the man.
All things are connected.' |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| A Really Intimate Look At Wind Turbines And Deciding What You Might Opt For |
Most regions understand that the timing of these actions is speedily sneaking away from us; we see now that we are at the "we need to get it done now stage". Sooner rather than later, the timing will quickly start to be; we had better get this done and then we wish we had gotten our energy u |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Bio-Fuels: The Fuel Of The Future |
Biomass burning has an overall impact on the atmospheric chemistry as well as the climate. When there is a fire in the savannas, or tropical forests, or like the recent California fire, large quantities of particulate matter and trace gases are released.
Biomass fuel is also |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Biomass: Heating Your Home With…Corn? |
With fossil fuel prices expected to continue increasing, many people are nervous about future heating bills. Using biomass as an alternative is becoming particularly popular. As strange as it may sound, corn is a popular fuel.
Not Just For Movies Anymore
As mention |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Bio Pyramid |
In the ongoing energy debate, biomass energy is getting a lot of play among politicians. To understand the concept, it first helps to understand the bio pyramid.
Bio Pyramid
All of the organisms in the world follow orders of classification. Whether you choose to pu |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Bird-Watchers Flock To Florida Beaches |
There's now another good reason a growing number of bird-watchers are flying toward Florida beaches. The newly opened south loop of the Great Florida Birding Trail brings 116 sites across south Florida into the 2,000-mile highway trail designed to conserve and enhance bird habitat by promoti |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Birds - The Peregrine Falcon |
The peregrine falcon is the best known falcon and most widespread in the world. However if you travel to North Dakota, you won't see many and you will not find any at all in Antarctica.
This falcon was on the endangered species list back in 1970 because of a problem with egg |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Bright Hopes For The Future Of Solar Energy |
Research is shedding new light on an unexpected source of energy for heating homes and generating electricity-the sun.
The sun-directly or indirectly-is the primary source for most forms of energy found on Earth. Solar energy is clean, abundant and renewable.
Though |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Can home-improvements increase the value of your house? |
One of the most common reasons people give when asked why they are improving their home is that home improvements increase house value. While this can often be true, it is by no means as universal as some people assume it is. When you’re about to pay out lots of money for a home improvement, |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Chemicals that Mimic Hormones Explain Birth Defects and 8 year-olds Reaching Puberty |
Bisphenol A is a threat to your health. It's all around you - and probably in you.
And BPA is most likely the cause of early puberty in young girls, plus birth defects in newborns.
Birth defects caused by exposin |
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| (Published: Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:09:59 +0000) |
| Clean Vacationing |
Admit it. When the sun is out and you are at your favorite campsite or cottage on the lake the last thing you want to do is spend a lot of time cooking a meal. Often, when vacationing, the lure to purchase instant foods is strong. Unfortunately, these convenience foods often come over packag |
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