Are Carbon Offset Programs Effective? Things to Consider
Carbon Offset programs have been around for several years, but not all programs are equal, and some have been proven to be scams. How can you be sure …
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The Debate About Fracking: How Dangerous is Hydraulic Fracking to the Environment?
Hydraulic Fracking is a controversial topic these days. Many are concerned that this method of extracting natural gas from shale proves harmful to …
Continue ReadingRare Metals Essential for Cell Phones, LED Screens & Other Modern Technology: Are we Running Out?
Our world today depends heavily on computers, cell phones and other technology which leaves us vulnerable not only to natural disasters, but also to …
Continue ReadingThe Complex Issue of Plastic Recycling: Better Just to Refuse to Buy?
When it comes to plastics, recycling may not be enough to take care of the problem. In fact, we’d be better off if more consumers would practice …
Continue ReadingHow Maize Plant Attacks it's Predators
Did you know plants have built-in protection mechanisms against predators? Read on to know how the maize plant protects itself from insects.
Continue ReadingFirst Carbon Solar Cell Developed by Stanford University
Researchers at Standford University have developed the first solar cells built completely out of carbon, an inexpensive and versatile material. There …
Continue ReadingDoes it Make Environmental Sense to be a Locavore? The Truth About Eating Local
Eating local is a no brainer, right? There are so many benefits: less emissions due to transporting food, fresher produce and supporting local …
Continue ReadingWhere do Minerals Come From & How are They Used?
Minerals are all around us and make up components in many every day objects. Learn where minerals like vanadium, beryllium and aquamarine come from …
Continue ReadingUsing the Green IT Life Cycle for Home Computing
Do you get lost in all the jargon surrounding Green IT? Or perhaps you have a nagging feeling that just buying an energy efficient laptop isn’t …
Continue ReadingWhy You Should Be Reusing & Recycling Used Clothing & Textiles
What’s the best way to deal with unwanted clothing? Surprisingly, many items of clothing can be recycled and put to use for other purposes. …
Continue ReadingGet Better Sleep Naturally by Using Buckwheat Pillows
Do you have trouble sleeping at night? Are you getting tired of watching the same infomercials over and over again at 2 AM? Well, good news. Buckwheat …
Continue ReadingWhat is Nuclear Fusion & Why it Could be the Energy of the Future
Scientists have been working on unleashing the potential of nuclear fusion for peaceful purposes for almost a century now. Imagine harnessing the same …
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