Plastic Alternatives and 3D Printing
In a 3D printing, researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden used a bio-printer to successfully print three-dimensional objects made …
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Green Tech: What Can We Expect in the Near Future?
We all use advanced technology on a daily basis, but not much of it is environmentally friendly. This may all change in the near future. Learn about …
Continue ReadingWhich Green Car Is Right for You? EV, HEV or PHEV Buying Guide
For the environment, for your budget or for both reasons, you have decided to buy a green car. Government and big business have finally stopped …
Continue ReadingWhy Are Processed Foods Considered Harmful and Dangerous?
Does monk fruit extract replace the sugar in your snack? Does that toaster pastry contain specialized yeast extracts to lower the salt content? How …
Continue ReadingMystery of the Increasing Number of Deformed Frogs: What Might be Causing These Changes?
We all think of animals as part of nature. We believe nature will take care of its own and we can do nothing to alter evolution, but what if something …
Continue ReadingReal Food Movement & the Meaning of Food Labels: Where did the Idea of "Real Food" Come From?
From “clean eating” to “non-GMO” to “caveman diets,” the latest health trend — the search for “real food” — seems like it might require a glossary all …
Continue ReadingWhy You Should Recycle Aluminum Cans
This is the story of a can. The humble can is home to so many different varieties of foods and beverages, but you may not know that aluminum is one of …
Continue ReadingGreen Funeral Options: Extend Your Eco-Conscious Attitude to Your Funeral Plans
If you wear fabric shoes, shun plastic water bottles, and grocery shop with a canvas bag, you are practicing environmentalism. If you take the time to …
Continue ReadingSuper Weeds: How Much Should We Worry About Pesticide-Resistant Weeds and Insects?
Man has been competing with pests and weeds for food for over 8,000 years, since the beginning of agriculture. If we take a look at the scoreboard, …
Continue ReadingThe Dangers of Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs): Why Are They Harmful?
Few conversations about pollution get very far before someone brings up Polychlorinated Biphenyls – more commonly known as PCBs. What is this …
Continue ReadingLearning More About BPA: How Bad Is It Really?
You may have heard that BPA is dangerous to our health and even gone out of your way to purchase BPA-free water bottles. However, claims about the …
Continue ReadingBrief FAQ on Radon: How to Test for Radon & More
What if I told you there could be something in your home more likely to cause lung cancer than cigarette smoke? Learn why every home should test for …
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