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September 25, 2008

Pedal Power with the Cycle Sol

It has been reported in most parts of the world that pedal power is the new alternative way to get to places. However, there are some people who may not be able to appreciate the leg power that modern bikes provide but this new solar powered bike called the Cycle Sol can perhaps fix all of that. The Cycle Sol is in the concept stage but Mr Miljevic hopes to be able to mass-produce it once he has found a manufacturer. He said: “It is just li , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

September 20, 2008

Sites To Help You Improve Your Carbon Footprint

Just how serious is your carbon footprint? We keep on hearing on how to renew our ways but apparently most of us don’t even know what carbon footprints are about. Sure we all know that it has something to do with global warming, climate chance and renewed resources. But as far as becoming socially responsible people, it would be best to check out these sites so we can have an idea of our shortcomings towards a greener world to live in. Berke , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

September 8, 2008

Lawn Mowers To Undergo Emission Testing

    If you think carbon emissions are primarily caused by gas-belching vehicles then guess again. This time around, even the standard gas-powered home mowers need to watch out as there are new emission rules that will be enforced to lower the emissions that they cause each time home owners decide to have their lawns trimmed. Beginning in 2011, new gas-powered lawn and garden equipment of less than 25 horsepower will be required to reduce emissi , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

September 5, 2008

At Last a Green Beer

The regulars at The Buck in Ashton on Mersey, which is near Manchester, UK, are getting into the green habit by ordering beer that is recognised as being eco friendly. They have become one of the first pubs in the country to sell green beer over the counter on tap. This beer, which has been named by brewers Adnams, East Green, is not only popular with those green minded individuals, it has appealed to all customers no matter what their thoughts , , , , , , , ... More

August 21, 2008

Taco del Mar Changes Packaging

In an effort to transform and limit its carbon footprint, Taco del Mar has taken the initiative to change its current line of food packaging and do its part for contributing towards eco-friendly awareness as far as business is concerned. To most consumers, it would not matter as long as they get their meals but sooner or later, most of us will appreciate the efforts of these companies such as Taco del Mar in doing away with the waste. Among the , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

August 20, 2008

Fonterra Delivering Milk the Green Way

One thing about delivering goods to vital distribution areas is transporting them through rigs and trucks. We all know for a fact that the emissions that these large trucks let out contribute towards the growing concern of pollution and health concerns. For Fonterra, picking up milk from the farms can be seen as one of these harmful contributors but all that is about to change. Fonterra is now trialling the use of eco-friendly tankers that is a , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

August 18, 2008

The “OTHER” Uses of Soda Water

Soda water is apparently something familiar to us as a social drinking substance or something that can hit the spot in times of thirst. But you would be surprised at its other uses, mostly by being a solution towards cleaning certain items such as rugs, mugs or your usual room carpet. We have seen a lot of common items in the world in the past and if you are looking for another item outside the known items for cleaning healthily like vinegar, t , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

August 5, 2008

Crystals In Lieu of Fire Wood

Most great homes today make use of the fireplace to get a relaxing feel as well as warmth when it comes to homes located in cold climate regions. However, the problem of some homes is the matter of pollution produced by burning wood and of course the supply of wood, a resource that is undoubtedly dilapidating by the day. Fire crystals have been introduced these days as a better alternative. They make use of natural gas and are a lot less pollut , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

July 11, 2008

UK to get first eco nightclub

The idea of an eco nightclub would initially sound like a place that would be in the open countryside away from everyone else and with limited facilities, a bit a music festival! But this club called Surya is nothing like that it is in fact a real nightclub, but with a difference. Walkers and cyclists get in for free and as for the dance floor, well this is something completely different for it has been designed to generate its own electricity w , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

July 5, 2008

Drink Eco-Friendly Wine

There are a lot of people out there who love to drink wine and perhaps with this eco-friendly wine offering by Fairhills, the avid wine collector and drinker may want to get one. What makes them eco-friendly is focused more on their overall packaging. Fairhills uses a 100% recyclable bag-in-box and is processed under better work conditions for farmers and their families. Add to the fact that it is lighter to carry wherever you may go, Fairhills , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

July 1, 2008

Fourth of July Eco-Friendly Pyrotechnic Alternatives

The Fourth of July is just three days away and you can bet that most people are figuring out how to celebrate this annual event in the most eco-friendly way possible. For sure, fireworks will be the first in mind. But are there any eco-friendly fireworks within reach? The answer here is coloring agents. We are all amazed at the fireworks display because of color and light. The usual harmful elements are potassium perchlorate which is a known ele , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

June 11, 2008

UK’s first green beer

One of the most famous brewers in England has come up with an innovative new brand, East Green is the first carbon neutral beer to be made and sold in the UK. This takes beer drinking to a new level and offers drinkers to keep the full flavour of beers, but with the option to go carbon neutral in the process. East Green – Another great tasting Beer from the Coast: A light golden beer with subtle citrus and grassy hop aromas, dry and refreshi , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

May 20, 2008

Japan: The Least Eco-Minded City

We all know that a lot of cities in the world today have a lot to learn and do to be able to cope up with the eco-friendly measures that are being required to combat global warming. But you will be surprised at how this city would come from a country that is known to be at the forefront of it all… Japan. Japan has long been known as a vital contributor towards contraptions and gadgets that help combat global warming and apparently they have fo , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

May 12, 2008

Saving the Ozone Layers with Eco-Friendly Air Conditioning

Most people today look towards air conditioning as a form of added bonus when it comes towards working effectively and living leisurely. Apparently, these AC units also have a bearing when it comes to Ozone layer depletion and such should be addressed as well. Blue Star has taken that step in installing Variable Refrigerant Flow air conditioning systems to prevent Ozone layer issues as well as a part of their going green program as well. The c , , , , , , , , ... More

April 29, 2008

Cheesy Eco-Friendly Recipes

For the people who love to cook and eat, here are some good recipes to check out. We all hear of eco-friendly food around but the problem is we really cannot depict which are adhering towards eco-friendly principles. Much of this depends on how we are able to patronize consumer goods that are produced using the proper raw materials from eco-friendly practices. Such a practice is being offered in the market today by Fiscalini Farms which produce , , , , , , , , ... More

March 22, 2008

4 Random Ideas To Green Your Business

Whether you run a restaurant or a dry cleaner, there are things you can do to lower your carbon footprint. It all starts by taking an assessment of your enterprise and looking around at your various departments. You can do a complete overhaul, or you can start small and build from there. Educate yourself on green issues and research possible solutions and providers. When you go green it imparts a message of sustainability that will grab the inter , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

January 30, 2008

Solar and wind powered street lights

These street lights are a sort of double option, we have seen solar powered lights before but these can be very reluctant to charge up fully when there is not too much sun about, this could then cause problems when the limited amount of power that is stored runs out. That why these ones in Japan have been built with solar power and a wind turbine, the solar panels charge up the batteries during the day, while the wind turbine tops up the power , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

January 21, 2008

Kite gen a great alternative power

This is an idea that could help out with the power problems of the future, this is a wind power type of thing that is said to rival anything else, including nuclear! This will would produce one giga watt of for around 1.5 euros an hour, if we were to compare this with other methods of power production, then the best type of power production which will cost around 43 euros per hour. Source [Eco Friend] Alternative Energy, Alternative Energy, , , , , , , , , , , ... More

January 10, 2008

Nuclear power plants get thumbs up

The UK government have given the thumbs up to proposed nuclear power plant building programme which is likely to mean that between six and ten plants built around the UK, which would generate between twenty and twenty five per cent of the UK’s power requirements This multi billion dollar building project is expected to deliver the first completed power station by the year 2017, with the most of the other being completed by 2025. This timeta , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More

November 14, 2007

Eurostar is the Future of Green Transportation

With all these issues regarding greenhouse gases continuously piling up, alternative means of being able to assist people with regards to transportation and getting to the places they want, Eurostar has been given the task of making an environmental stand as the new eco-express for people today. With its battle-cry of being carbon neutral and footprint free method of transport, Eurostar is expected to become a benchmark as far as finding altern , , , , , , , , , , , , , ... More