Did you know paint contains a variety of chemicals that are bad for the ozone layer and our water systems? That’s right. Traditional paints contain VOCs, which are volatile organic compounds that can cause an array of health problems for humans and animals. Luckily, technology has allowed us not to reply on VOCs as much anymore in paints today…
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Modern construction is increasingly making the move to green building and energy practices. When building a bridge you have to take sustainability into account. The question many planners ask though is how to make a bridge green? Follow along with our guide below to learn the basics of green bridge building. How to Make a…
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There are over 1.6 million engineers in the United States alone. That’s a lot of people to consider when you need to hire engineers for your company or even just a short-term project. So, how do you go about finding the perfect engineer for the job? Fortunately, it’s easier than you think by following a…
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When you thinking about climate change, you might think about Al Gore’s An Inconvenient Truth or Ed Begley Jr.’s bicycle-powered toaster. It might seem like a Hollywood exaggeration, but climate change is a reality. Despite all the attention climate change gets, we have done little to abate the problem at the heart of it. In fact, carbon emissions…
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New figures show that electric car registration is up by 55 percent, with 750,000 electric cars currently on the road in the US. Despite this increased interest in electric cars, adoption is still slow. Many people are reluctant to believe that electric cars can replace the gas cars we’ve been driving for over a century. But, almost…
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Are you thinking about going green at work? There are many reasons nowadays to have a green office environment. Doing so lowers your ecological footprint, cuts electrical costs, and improve your brand’s image. This, in turn, can attract more customers. Some studies even show that millennials care most about workplace design. So, deciding to go…
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Did you know that insulating windows is a simple way to significantly reduce your energy bills? Natural gas remains the most common energy source for 51% of US homes. Anything we can do to reduce the burning of fossil fuels is positive because it reduces greenhouse emissions. One simple way you can help is to insulate your home…
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Currently, we’re chopping down 18.7 million acres of forest per year. That’s around 27 soccer fields every minute. Now you may be wondering why this is important. After all, deforestation is often done to build homes, buildings, and products we use constantly. But forests produce oxygen necessary to breathe and provide a habitat for most wildlife.…
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Did you know that there are tons of plants with health benefits to choose from that can remove toxins from the air and help you sleep better? Whether you want to liven up your home or try your hand at gardening, working with plants can also work wonders for your well-being. While this hobby is rewarding, it…
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Don’t you hate it when you’re in the middle of your favorite TV show and the reception goes out? It’s frustrating, especially if it happens often. You feel like throwing your remote toward the TV. You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to know how your HDTV digital indoor antenna works to fix it. There…
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Did you know that over 100 people die every year in the United States from trees falling? Although trees are majestic and beautiful, they can become a serious threat when they suffer damage or collapse completely. Have you ever asked yourself the question, “Do I need to remove my trees?” If so, you may need…
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So you’re looking to hire a solar contractor? The solar installation experience can be daunting. If you don’t know what you are doing you can easily get scammed by a dodgy contractor. Imagine, paying out thousands of dollars to find out that the contractor didn’t properly install your solar panels, or worse disappears halfway through…
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Ewa Beach, Hawaii has the highest percentage of solar-powered homes with 6.282% of residents utilizing the power of the sun. As time moves forward, we are going to see more and more communities using solar panels for their homes. Solar panels are taking over the world, and if you’re not on board already, you’re probably figuring…
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How environmentally friendly is your HVAC? Though air conditioning is not very eco-friendly, the more advanced HVAC systems are, the more efficiently they run. Still, as of 2018, 12 percent of US home energy consumption comes from air conditioning. Therefore, it’s important to try to reduce the carbon footprint of your new HVAC system. Check…
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The average American spends around 112 dollars on their power bill each month. This amount varies depending on the state you live in and the amount of electricity you use. While you may not have control over the state you live in you do get to have control of your electricity intake. There are more…
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Did you know that the average office employee uses about 10,000 pieces of printer paper every year? In some businesses, it’s difficult to find ways to cut down on paper waste. However, every business can easily switch to electronic pay stubs. Electronic pay stubs can reduce your paper usage, along with bringing other efficient qualities…
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There are only 11 years left to make massive changes in the way we power our lives. If we don’t, we face horrible environmental destruction. Electric utility companies have a massive impact on where we source our energy. By default, they typically decide whether we use carbon creating fuels. Most energy comes from burning coal…
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