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Football-Themed Fan Can Recycling Containers

Brian Yalung — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:12:49 +0000

Coca Cola continues its recycling program efforts by now purchasing football-themed recycling containers from Fan Cans. Initially, they had purchased baseball-themed recycling containers as part of their “Give it Back” campaign but perhaps since it is football season, these new recycling containers fit the sporting mood of the season.

Fan Cans can be produced with team and sponsor logos in any color, making it easier for teams, sponsors, and sports facilities to “go green” in an impactful and fun way. The 45-gallon waste receptacles and recycling bins utilize up to 50% post-consumer and industrial plastic, are highly-durable for expanded service life, and are 100% recyclable at the end of their life cycle.

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Football-Themed Fan Can Recycling Containers

BISSEL Unveils New Eco-friendly Packaging

Brian Yalung — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:51:19 +0000

BISSEL Homecare Inc., has unveiled a new and improved eco-friendly home care solution, combining harmless cleaning solutions in an eco-friendly packaging. The new line of 2X concentrated formulas now come in half-sized bottles what offer practically the same cleaning power of non-concentrated formulas to address environmental concerns.

These new smaller bottles use less shelf space, cut freight costs, and make it easier for consumers to carry, store and pour the product. 2X concentrated products carry the EPA’s Design for the Environment (DfE) certification, which is recognized for safer chemistry.

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Brando Bamboo Keyboards and Mouse

Brian Yalung — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 01:57:58 +0000

Perhaps some of you have seen them before but regardless, bamboo-based keyboards and mice may yet bet the greenest way of contributing to the environment, especially for the people who spend countless hours doing some computer work at home or office.

Aside from looking a bit primitive but stylish, bamboo has been a known resource that can really change looks and functionality in a hurry. But do remember that these things are meant to offer you a simple way of lowering your carbon footprint and given enough time, you may eventually find yourself glued on to them with the right handling and use. The keyboard retails for $39 while the mouse costs $19. If you plan to get both, the package price is $52, giving you a $6 off.

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Brando Bamboo Keyboards and Mouse

Tropical Storm “Ondoy” Causes Floods in the Philippines

Brian Yalung — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 14:56:33 +0000

In case you don’t know, the Philippines is always a prime candidate for floods each time the rainy season hits. The usual regions are prepared for it but certainly not the places such as the National Capital Region where flooding was manageable. That is not the case today when tropical storm “Ondoy” brought havoc to the Philippines, leaving lots of people stranded and people in low areas climbing to the roofs to avoid the watery wrath of this storm.

No one forecasted that this tropical depression would be this bad. The rains poured all night until today causing monstrous traffic jams and people fleeing for higher ground. In fact a lot of people went to their home’s rooftops for dryer ground, groping in the dark since power was shut down in the flood-ravaged cities of Manila and its neighboring provinces.

Mobile communication was erratic and many people are asking for help. The sudden need for rafts and rubber boats were being clamored along with prayers that the rains would stop. This day, the Filipino community get a courtesy call on what global warming and climate change is really all about. After these floods subside, will the Filipino people finally wake up to reality that these events are just a glimpse of what global warming can do if it is not addressed soon? This is a wakeup call and certainly eyes have been opened.

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Tropical Storm “Ondoy” Causes Floods in the Philippines

Panasonic Hosts Electronics Recycling Event

Brian Yalung — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 21:05:41 +0000

We have been oriented on how to recycle and properly dispose of waste. But as far as electronic items are concerned, we all know for a fact that they may very well end up as scraps or recycled at the mercy of people doing all these environmental tasks. Panasonic happens to be one of those groups and in fact, they are hosting an Electronics Recycling event at the Secaucus, NJ corporate campus starting this Saturday at 9:00 a.m.

The community is welcome to recycle the following consumer electronics items: televisions, VCRs, stereos, monitors, computers, printers, cell phones, and more. Residents are also encouraged to bring in old eyeglasses that Panasonic will donate to local charitable organizations. As a thank you to the community for participating in this worthwhile event, the first 100 participants will receive a 4-pack of AA Panasonic Evolta batteries.

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Panasonic Hosts Electronics Recycling Event

EcoSMART Warns Parents of Harmful Pesticides Used in Schools

Brian Yalung — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 22:36:18 +0000

As schools start to welcome the students for the new school year, EcoSMART is gearing up an effort to remind parents of the harmful effects of pesticides used by schools for their classrooms. Pesticides and other known toxic chemicals are commonly used to ensure the hygiene and cleanliness of schools but the fact remains that their remains or fumes can be harmful to kids.

EcoSMART offers information online for parents to learn about how commonly used pesticides with harmful chemical ingredients can be a threat in school and at home for children, and supports the nonprofits Beyond Pesticides and Healthy Child Healthy World in providing information to help parents better understand the issues of pest control.

EcoSMART is thus urging parents to talk to school officials about the SEPA ruling, and health dangers of toxic pesticide use, and to take initiative in their own homes, and gardens, to make the living environment free of harmful chemical pesticides.

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EcoSMART Warns Parents of Harmful Pesticides Used in Schools

Two Companies Convert Trash to Power

Brian Yalung — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 06:39:05 +0000

We have heard of recycling and apparently one of them includes this one which calls for the conversion of landfills and then soliciting methane gas landfills. If not trapped, the rising methane becomes a greenhouse gas at least 20 times more potent than carbon dioxide and accounts for 25 percent of all methane associated with human behavior.

In the conversion process, pipes running throughout the landfill vacuum up the gases and feed them into huge combustion engines that turn a generator. The resulting electricity is then transmitted to homes and offices via the electrical grid.

This may not only be great news for finding other means of generating power but can perhaps create more jobs while protecting the environment in the process. You can view the video report here.

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Two Companies Convert Trash to Power

AT&T Revs up Wireless Recycling Efforts

Brian Yalung — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 03:45:52 +0000

In a move to lend a big helping hand to the growing problem of e-waste, AT&T has increased efforts in its recycling drive for its 2,000 and more stores in the collection of over 14 million wireless collection devices, a move that aims to improve the current issue of 13 tons of toxic wastes making their way towards standard landfills.

AT&T estimates that they will be procuring 14 million wireless devices by 2011.

AT&T has launched its goals and initiatives:

AT&T continues to provide recycling drop-off spots via all 2,000-plus retail locations nationwide, and it offers free prepaid shipping labels online at www.att.com/recycle.
AT&T has added two more ways to help make recycling easy for wireless users: free, prepaid mailing envelopes in stores and online (att.com/recycle).
Through August 2009, AT&T is working with the American Camp Association (ACA) to share its recycling mission with over 2 million children, tweens, and teens across the U.S.
AT&T is promoting wireless recycling efforts at AT&T-sponsored music and movie festivals through 2010.
AT&T’s volunteer organization, the AT&T Pioneers, continues community-based recycling drives across the U.S.
AT&T continues to offer free donation drive toolkits online, including templates for recycling bins and tips for wiping data from old phones before recycling.

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AT&T Revs up Wireless Recycling Efforts

Toyota Starts Focus on Cash for Clunkers Program

Brian Yalung — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 00:49:53 +0000

Most car dealers are now coming out with their list of cars eligible for the Cash for Clunkers program. Included in that batch is Toyota which has officially revealed its lineup of cars which consumers can consider getting after trading in their vehicle. There are 25 Toyota models offered which will qualify for car rebates ranging from $3,500 to $4,500.

The program will start today until November 1 or until they last. All Toyota and Scion passenger cars and most Toyota trucks, vans and SUVs are eligible for government incentives under the program. In addition, some Lexus models also qualify.

For the interested parties, you can check out the Toyota website to see the complete list of qualifying models. You can also make the necessary computations for what car you are trading in versus the Toyota model you plan on buying or leasing.

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O.N.E Water To Replace Plastic Bottles Soon?

Brian Yalung — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 15:13:33 +0000

The issue of plastic bottles and the problems they carry to the environment is still lingering in the air and while we have seen a lot of improvements to their materials and some other packaging solutions for drinks, O.N.E. World Enterprises launches the O.N.E Water, a sustainable alternative to plastic bottled water.

O.N.E. Water is 100% pure, natural spring water packaged in BPA-free Tetra Pak cartons which are made primarily from paper – a renewable resource – that comes from responsibly sourced, well-managed forests where reforestation and biodiversity are actively monitored and maintained. Additionally, Tetra Pak cartons are recyclable (for a list of communities that currently accept cartons for recycling, go to www.recyclecartons.com). They are also is sourced from the Blue Mountain plateau of Eastern Canada, an area that is actively reforested every spring; the trees help minimize evaporation, maintain cold temperatures and keep the aquifer clean.

“We pride ourselves on being a socially and environmentally responsible company, and are extremely proud to offer consumers an alternative to plastic bottled water,” said Rodrigo Veloso, Founder and CEO of O.N.E. “We also feel passionately that giving back to the community is a necessary, important part of building a successful business and we are thrilled to have that opportunity with O.N.E. Water.”

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Camera Shop Adds Consumer Electric Recycle Center

Brian Yalung — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 06:40:20 +0000

We are all aware that most people don’t know how to properly dispose of electronic waste. Some would simply throw them out in the trash bin but that would only make things worse if you add all the people in the world throwing out their waste lackadaisically. Today, companies are taking the initiatives, offering to dispose of e-waste the proper way. And now, a new shop joins the mix, 1Stop Camera.

In a bid to contribute to the eco-friendly cause, 1Stop Camera has added a consumers electric recycle center in its store, allowing incoming customers to properly dispose of electronics the green and proper way.

The Green Fill Recycling Program is part of 1stop Camera’s take back effort, designed to safely dispose of consumer electronic waste in a Green manner. 1Stop camera is excited to take part in this effort to reduce landfill disposal of consumer electronics.

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Camera Shop Adds Consumer Electric Recycle Center

Detroit Opens Waste Management Facility

Brian Yalung — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 10:45:08 +0000

To help in the waste management efforts, Detroit announces the opening of a 63,000 sq. ft. facility in Lynch Road that will reportedly manage 150 tons of recyclables a day. Approximately $2 million was needed to renovate and purchase equipment to address the growing waste problems over at Detroit.

“Waste Management’s Detroit Recycling Center is an example of how Detroit is transforming into an economically diverse metropolitan area,” Mayor Bing said. “The company was able to take a large vacant commercial building and turned it into a sustainable business operation.”

Managing waste has become a growing concern not only in Detroit but the whole world. While most countries have come up with their own waste and recycling centers, this development promises to be a big boost and hopefully address the trash problems while encouraging recycling efforts as well.

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Mitsubishi Outlander Gains BS IV Certification

Brian Yalung — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 14:57:14 +0000

Mitsusbishi Motors may be quietly lurking and studying in the background. While is has not leaked any information with regards to its bet in the electric and hybrid vehicle binge, it may have a vehicle in the fold soon but focusing more on carbon emission issues above anything of the eco-friendly issues surrounding us today.

In case you don’t know what the BS IV certification is, it stands for Bharath Stage IV, referring to the emission norms set by Automobile Research Association. And with that said, the Mitsubishi Outlander has now safely used this certification to classify its popular SUV in India as eco-friendly which is sure to entice a lot of attention as far as the turn towards eco-friendly vehicles in the world today.

This Mitsubishi vehicle received the ‘AAEN0339’ certificate on 30th May 09. As discussed in the first half of the article, to protect the environment even the Government has to step up and introduce stricter rules and regulations that will keep a check on pollution. The Government of India brings in their BS IV emission norms that involves stringent rules to curb the pollution caused due to the automobile emissions.

Launched in India in October 2008, the Outlander currently carries a price tag of Rs. 20.75 lakhs ex showroom and also greets its customers in Petrol variants.

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Mitsubishi Outlander Gains BS IV Certification

Cate Blanchett Calls on Business Leaders for Carbon Emission Solution

Brian Yalung — Tue, 26 May 2009 12:38:52 +0000

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Cate Blanchett Calls on Business Leaders for Carbon Emission Solution

Ghent Belgium To Go Vegetarian Once A Week

Missy — Tue, 19 May 2009 00:12:20 +0000

Interesting story coming from across the pond in Ghent, Belgium. The city announced a few days ago it will go vegetarian once a week because of environmental reasons.

They mention in a news story that civil servants, councillors along with local politicians will be the first to begin the city program, followed by school children in September. That is quite progressive, good for Ghent.

Since the UN last Summer researched and concluded that raising
livestock accounts for more than one-fifth of global gas emissions, the city of Ghent hopes that by going veggie (even if only weekly) will lessen its carbon footprint and help with a growing obesity problem.

It’s exciting to see such progress coming from such a small city as Ghent. Raising animals for food is bad for the planet, for the animals,and is terribly expensive. We salute Ghent and hope other cities nearby follow suit.

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Worried About Mother Earth? Go Meatless In May

Missy — Mon, 04 May 2009 14:53:00 +0000

One can’t truly be green and eat meat, the two just don’t go hand in hand. Meat (or the raising of animals for meat) is one of the most destructive practices ever invented.

Animal agriculture and specifically factory farming are
vicious on Mother Earth, not to mention the animals. But since around the 1950’s Americans have been programmed not only to LOVE meat, but to think they NEED it.

We can debate the NEED for meat till the cows come home,but one can’t deny the hell on Earth animal rearing is causing on our planet. One way to combat this eco nightmare and or reduce it, is by reducing or eliminating the consumption of meat.

You can start by reducing it. Phase meat out gradually, why not start with the awesome new initiative over at the Huffington Post site titled “Meatless in May”.

As it sounds, the idea is to not eat meat for one month. One month – can you do it? Sure you can.

Start by reading up on meatless options and yes you do have options, plenty actually. Meat doesn’t have to be the center of each and every entree – think OUTSIDE the box – and you will discover an oasis of delicious, healthy, and fun meal ideas. There’s a vast and impressive array of fruits and veggies available to you right now that when prepared right, and made into imaginative dishes – will excite and delight you. You just need to give it a good ‘ole fashioned try.

Cutting out or reducing meat is as easy as 1-2-3.

Visit Your Daily Thread to read further on Meatless in May and for tips on how to participate.

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CNG Fueling Station Launched

Brian Yalung — Fri, 01 May 2009 21:39:49 +0000

PetrolCard has announced the opening of a “Clean N’ Green Fuel” compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling station in South Seattle, the first public-access CNG facility in the city. For businesses and consumers with CNG-compatible vehicles, the facility offers a readily available, affordable, and environmentally friendly fuel. The station, which is open 24/7 accepts all major credit cards and PetroCard fleet cards, and sells CNG at prices typically one-third below gasoline and diesel.

CNG is sold in gasoline gallon equivalents (GGEs), with each GGE having the same energy content as a gallon of gasoline. Vehicles using CNG typically have similar or better fuel economy ratings than standard gasoline or diesel vehicles, and today CNG is approximately one-third lower in price. The Clean N’ Green Fuel station will sell CNG to business fleets, including Waste Management, as well as individuals with CNG equipped vehicles. Current pricing at the station is in the range of $1.70-$1.80/GGE.

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CNG Fueling Station Launched

Get More Green Power with EcoPower Recycled Motor Oil

Brian Yalung — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 05:15:04 +0000

Here is your chance to try out this new kind of car motor oil. The new EcoPower Recycled Motor Oil is from Safety-Kleen. EcoPower is a high quality motor oil for large commercial fleets and the federal government. They make this superb oil by re-refining used oil the company collects at thousands of car dealerships, automotive retailers and quick lube facilities across North America.

Now, Safety-Kleen is making its re-refined oil available to consumers under the brand name EcoPower. The company is targeting retailers and distributors in the top 100 U.S. markets to offer the new product, including AutoZone.

EcoPower motor oil is now available in 5W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30 and 15W-40 viscosity grades. In addition, all major U.S. car manufacturers have approved the use of Safety-Kleen SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 and 10W-30 ILSAC-certified motor oil in all their cars. The EcoPower SAE 15W-40 grade has also been approved by leading heavy-duty engine manufacturers.

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How To Find Earth Day Events Near You

Missy — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 18:02:03 +0000

With Earth Day but two days away, one way to celebrate is by attending a local activity or event.

How To Find Earth Day Events Near You

The Earth Day website is a great resource for finding local Earth Day events and activities near you. You can search via keyword, by date or by location. When the list populates, you get access to a Google map and full event details, such as hours, activities planned, and the ability to register directly on the site.

NOTE: I conducted a search for an Earth Day event in my local zip code and found a few events, but what would be really cool is to be able to use both the (location and date) search feature together. This way when you do a search by location only events still active and or upcoming show up.

Keep in mind many different organizations, clubs, schools, businesses and associations are celebrating the 40th Annual Earth Day. So finding something interesting, smart, cool, family-friendly, or fun should not be too hard.

Here’s hoping you find what you’re looking for, to get your green on…in 2009!

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4 LB Burger Debuts At Fifth Third Ballpark – Grosses Everyone Out!

Missy — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 18:45:06 +0000

I love marketing and I especially appreciate a good marketing gimmick, but how far is too far?

Case in point – the new 4lb (4,800 calorie) burger at the Fifth Third Ballpark in West Michigan. I’m sure this is just a ploy to get people in the park, but do you have to serve up a side of heart attack with your marketing? This is nuts.

What is in the 4lb burger? See below.

2 buns
5 beef patties (yes 5)
1 cup of chili
5 slices of cheese
salsa
nacho cheese
fritos (why? – god why?)
lettuce
tomatoes
sour cream
and of course, the 4,800 calories

But that’s not the interesting part. PETA has done some math and come up with the environmental impact of this monstrous sandwich.

To create just ONE of these heart attack babies – it requires:

27 pounds of grain
4,000 gallons of water

That is insane – I mean just think about it for a sec. 4,000 gallons of water for one sandwich.

Just say no to this dumb marketing ploy or better yet, send a letter to Fifth Third Ballpark in West Michigan – and let them know just how terribly wasteful this is.

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4 LB Burger Debuts At Fifth Third Ballpark – Grosses Everyone Out!

Air Forces Make Use of EcoPower Engine Wash System

Brian Yalung — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 03:05:22 +0000

The military and air force are surprisingly doing their share of following an eco-friendly route. To clean their aircrafts, an EcoPower Engine Wash System is something that aids them in doing so. EcoPower builders claim washing the engines will reduce engine fuel burn by as much as 1.2 percent.

“C-17 (Globemaster III) engines washed using the EcoPower Engine Wash System have shown measurable improvements in fuel efficiency and cooler operating temperatures,” said Master Sgt. Richard Fults, the AMC C-17 propulsion superintendent. “The cooler exhaust gas temperatures also decrease heat stress on these engines, which benefits us in two ways. First, we see the engines are staying on the wing longer, and second, we are seeing gains in terms of preventive maintenance.”

EcoPower wash contractors also claim that by using their system, as much as three pounds of carbon dioxide emissions for every pound of fuel saved will be eliminated from the atmosphere.

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The Space That Transportation Uses

David Allen — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 07:00:00 +0000

In this image, you can see three interpretations of what it takes to get the same amount of people into town for work, shopping or for whatever reason they would need to travel. They have chosen three modes of travel, car, bus and cycle, this picture says it all.

It is clear that the car takes up more space, not only on the roads, but parking space too. However, that image is slightly deceptive because it illustrates one person per car, whereas many people possibly around twenty per cent actually car share. It is still a good example and should use to more to show the impact of the car on society.

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The Space That Transportation Uses

Poteez Eco-Friendly Disposable Potty

Brian Yalung — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 11:21:09 +0000

Parents will love this new line of disposable potty from Poteez. Although they may not be the glamorous products to talk about, they serve a very useful purpose. These cardboard disposable potties by Poteez ship flat and are supposedly easy to assemble.

Rather than use the disposable diapers which contribute to a growing problem in the area of waste and landfills, this new product from Poteez is certainly something that many parents should check out.

They’re £6.84 for a five pack from Poteez.

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Poteez Eco-Friendly Disposable Potty

Rapid No Turn Composter

Brian Yalung — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 03:51:55 +0000

Here is a great addition to any home, particularly to keep order in garbage disposals. With today’s technology, the Rapid No Turn Composter is a patented three-chamber bin that turns organic matter into compost in half the time of typical methods, without requiring frequent turning for aeration.

Vegetable scraps, lawn refuse, and other raw materials are mixed in the top chamber where solar energy absorbed by the bin’s black polypropylene sides and lid (15% recycled) starts the decomposition process. After about a month, material can be easily moved to the middle chamber for further decomposition by simply pulling out a panel.

As it continues to break down, material falls into the bottom chamber where it matures into nutrient-rich compost. Apertures in the bottom chamber provide aeration that helps speed decomposition and eliminates odors. Because decomposed matter does not mix with newly added materials, it cuts composting time to as little as 12 weeks – compared to the six months required by lesser bins.

Price: $299.99

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Rapid No Turn Composter

Is It Time To Cancel Phone Books?

David Allen — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 16:24:31 +0000

With so many people online these days, do we really need to keep getting the telephone directories companies send out every single year? Most people are not using them and to add insult to injury, every time a new one is sent out the old directory is thrown away. Perhaps it is time for people to seriously consider not accepting new phone books.

To stop receiving the Yellow Book phone directory, call 1-800-929-3556.

To be removed from the Verizon telephone directory mailing list, call 1-800-555-4833.

For the DEX mailing list, call 1-877-243-8339.

Most phone books are actually made from recycled paper and wood fibre waste; it is also true that many thousands of these books are also recycled every year. However, this is not enough as over six hundred and sixty thousand tons of phone books are thrown away each in the US.

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Eco-friendly Toilets to be Available Soon

Brian Yalung — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:06:48 +0000

If you happen to be in Tiruchirapalli, don’t be surprised if you happen to come across some zero-discharge toilets in trains soon. The toilets jointly developed by IIT Kanpur, Research Designs and Standard Organisation, Lucknow and a private agency in Chennai, ensure that all liquid discharges are converted into “pure water” which can be used as re-cycled water to flush and clean toilets and sanitary fittings.

The solid waste is converted into odour free paste by certain bio-chemicals or additives applied at the departing terminal. This can be stored for 15 days in a tank and can easily be emptied at the destination point through ‘pressurized evacuation,’ V Carmelus, Chief Mechanical Engineer of Southern Railways said.

The odorless solid waste could yield revenue since the paste would be excellent manure after being dried in the sun. After some more trial runs and studies the scheme would be a permanent feature in Indian Railways, he said.

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Eco-friendly Toilets to be Available Soon

Recycling batteries takes off

David Allen — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 10:00:51 +0000

The message appears to be getting through on the growing problem of disposing of used batteries with almost seven million pounds being collected and going on to be recycled. However, it is not just individuals who are responsible for the increase in recycling, business and local communities have been doing more than their fair share too.

Companies have made positive steps to recycle their unused or old batteries, along with communities who together can and will make a complete difference to the way that batteries are disposed of in a clean and sensible manner.

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Recycling batteries takes off

London awakes to Polar Bear on the Thames

David Allen — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 10:36:05 +0000

It sounds so amazing that it could have true, in fact an iceberg floating down the river Thames is not a normal occurrence, at least I have never seen it before. However, an iceberg with a stranded polar bear and its cub on, well it just has to be a great piece of PR.

Of course this is the launch of a new natural history TV channel called Eden and the iceberg apart from giving the channel some great publicity, is intended to make people aware of climate change. It took fifteen artists two months to construct.

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Europe Could Become Wind Powered

David Allen — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:00:23 +0000

In a recent report from The Netherlands’ Society for Nature and Environment, they claim that by 2050 parts of Europe could be in a position not to be dependent on oil and gas from the middle east and Russia. This is because they believe that the North Sea is quite capable of producing 13,400 tera watt hours of electricity.

There are seven countries that border with the North Sea and it is these countries that would benefit from the North Sea being used to generate electricity. However clearly there is going to be a demand for fuel for vehicles so supplies would need to come from somewhere.

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Elephant Dung Printing Paper

Brian Yalung — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 20:51:14 +0000

Pixxlz seems to be offering something new on the table as far as paper use is concerned. One of the important elements in running a printing press is the source of paper. Paper is normally made from trees but it looks like we are now seeing a new batch of paper that are no less made from elephant dung.

There are no toxic chemicals used in the paper-making process, only basic bonding agents such as alum and rosin, along with water soluble salt dyes for coloring. Free of bleach and acids, no alkaline solutions are introduced during manufacturing. These handmade papers are of an ideal pH value for photography preservation: perfect for Pixxlz’ new mini photo books.

(Source) Pixxlz

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Environmental Friendly Motor Oils Released in Dubai

Brian Yalung — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 01:02:46 +0000

For its continued drive at curbing carbon emissions, ENOC has reportedly released a couple of new eco-friendly lubricants that can help drivers lower their carbon footprints. The new oil products will be available in various gas stations at the United Arab Emirates and given time, if they are successful, we may soon see them reaching our local regions.

Emirates National Oil Company has unveiled two new environmental-friendly products, Protec Green engine oil for petrol engines and the Vulcan Green oil for diesel engines which will be made available at all Enoc and Eppco service stations in Dubai.

(Source) iStock Analyst

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Child Develops Brainchild for the Homeless

Brian Yalung — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:44:38 +0000

It is quite surprising how a child’s imagination can turn out to be something useful for the needy. That is the case of this 9th grader, Max Wallack, who seems to have a knack of inventing things that come into mind that turn out to be very useful.

His latest idea, satisfying the issue of environmentally concerns while providing some assistance in the form of portable shelter for the homeless was something quite glaring that it is satisfying both issues with one idealistic solution. And it all came from the ideas of a 9 year old!

When Max was in Chicago to accept his prize for inventing the booster step, it bothered him to see homeless people living on the streets. In the years since, he never forgot about that, and it inspired him to create his latest invention: a shelter for the homeless made from discarded materials.

“I kept that image in the back of my mind, thinking I had to do something,” Max says. “I thought I could use some Styrofoam [and plastic] bags, and put them in a dome shape.”

(Source) Christian Science Monitor

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Easy Living with the EasyBike from Israel

Brian Yalung — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 18:28:22 +0000

We have seen a lot of posts through the months of how people are seriously considering the use of electric powered bikes and scooters to take the place of gas guzzling cars which are facing tough issues since the celebrated fuel hikes. While the fuel prices have plunged beyond our wildest dreams, this has not stopped electric car and bike manufacturers from unveiling modern bikes for the frequent traveler.

Add the EasyBike from Israel to that growing list. It is aimed at easing the growing concern of air pollution and fuel consumption. This great looking bike is not limited to people who are wary about appearance when they go to the office. Its design is really exotic that even the office people may want to consider using it and go to work in style.

EasyBike, an Israeli company currently selling 4 versions of a “bikeboard” (a combination bike/scooter/electric vehicle), is one such solution which is most suitable for urbanites.

(Source) Green Prophet

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Dunkin Donuts Using “Worm-Power”

Brian Yalung — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:18:43 +0000

Dunkin Donuts has been around for some time now and while we have seen them diminish in numbers of outlets, there are some that are still up and about. There is one outlet that has been put up in St. Petersburg, Florida, and it has been touted o be eco-friendly. In what way? Worms.

No they are not using the worms as part of their classic donuts. Rather, they are stored in a solar-powered composter.

All food and beverage waste is converted to fertilizer by a worm-filled, solar-powered composter behind the donut shop.

The worms eat the scraps and the resulting fertilizer is then provided to local farmers.

(Source) WCSH6

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Surrender Old TV Sets for Proper Disposal

Brian Yalung — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 16:23:00 +0000

With the large influx of new television sets available in the market today, you are bound to have no more use for your old set. Whether this is functioning or not, you have options such as perhaps giving it to someone who needs one or leave it to rot. For the busted ones, before you take out think of the problems you will add as far as landfill issues are concerned. So what is a person to do?

For one, when you pass by certain retailers, ask or check if they can help you in any way. These days, they have certain programs on how to properly dispose of old electronic devices. Devices such as TV sets can emit lead and toxins which may come back to haunt you in terms of your health. So before you place it near that garbage can, check out first if there are people who can properly dispose or make use of it before you do anything else.

Before you toss an old TV set in the trash, think again. Experts say that can cause lasting damage to landfills.

“They have toxins like lead and other products that are bad for the environment,” said Craig Brown, general manager of a local Best Buy store.

Many retailers — including Best Buy — will take back your old TV and see that it is properly recycled.

(Source) WFAA

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Filling Up With Coffee

David Allen — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 12:17:38 +0000

Now this has a couple of possibilities most people love a nice cup of coffee in the morning to get them going, but it is not that we are talking about. It seems that coffee not only produces a kick start in the morning it can also produce a very fine bio diesel too.

The good thing about this method of producing bio diesel is that it actually takes place after the coffee has been used. This means that all of those coffee shops around the world could be sitting on a potential gold mine as it is the oil that the grounds contain that can be used, you have to wonder though, does the exhaust smell like the inside of Starbucks?

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Rent-A-Toy Promotes Recycling

Brian Yalung — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 10:22:42 +0000

Toys will always be in the demand but the real question is where are they headed after they have been used for so long by kids who seem to want a piece of everything that they see. A natural parent would normally look at toys to calm down kids who always want the first toy that they see but perhaps checking out this new venture, Rent-A-Toy, can be a better solution both environmentally and financially.

It’s called Rent-A-Toy, a new San Diego-based online subscription service allowing families to choose from more than 700 different toys for all age ranges, from Baby Einstein to Wii. Plans start at about $25 a month.

It looks like a business opportunity on one hand but if the intent is right and aimed at reducing the waste and garbage originating from used toys that are made of plastic and metal, then you can see where this is going.

The logic is really something common. Kids play with toys but reach a point where they don’t like them anymore. There are exceptions and perhaps one question that can be hurled at Rent-A-Toy would be on whether they have options to purchase just in case sentimental values step in.

(Source) CBS8

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Are Bio-Fuels The Reason for Oil Prices Declining?

Brian Yalung — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 03:09:48 +0000

Everyone knows by now that the continued oil price decline has become crazy and that it may go as far as reaching $1 a gallon. A crazy thought yet is something that many will surely love to hear.

But isn’t it contradicting in a way? Imagine that earlier this year, most of us were talking of the shift to electric cars and bio-fuels. Many have done it while others were choosing to take public transport or better yet walk or use bicycles.

With that in mind, did the demand for bio-fuels really become a prime reason or a contributing factor towards the oil price decline? Some have pointed towards the faltering world markets that is only normal. Yet you have to wonder if bio-fuels have a hand in it as well.

Overall, you would have to think, if this was the case, eco-friendly efforts towards improving the carbon footprint and pollution problems are bound to be walking in between. As oil prices continue to drop, do remember that people also look towards cheaper means of transportation. If they can make do with using their old jalopies rather than spend and convert or buy new ones that cater to bio-fuels or hybrid cars, they why bother about being eco-friendly?

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Taiwan Should Try Electric Scooters

Brian Yalung — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 04:30:58 +0000

Taiwan can be seen as trying to resolve the fuel problem with their rampant turn towards the use of scooters but perhaps taking it up a notch by replacing them with the electric ones can really make them look eco-friendly.

Perhaps when they first thought of the scooter use, eco-friendliness was not yet that in talk as far as carbon emissions are concerned. But now, the reality is that aside from fuel, you have to address the pollution problem as well and when in Taiwan, you will notice that the atmosphere is different.

The shift towards lesser polluting scooters can indeed be helpful to their cause. They just have to realize that their air is not that safe at the moment if they continue with their current gas-powered scooters.

(Source) China Post

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Flushable Doggy Bags

Brian Yalung — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 17:47:31 +0000

How do you handle dog poop once they start spreading their waste inside or outside your house? The regular practice is to clean them up, put them in the garbage can and wait for the garbage man to carry out. But that would be just contributing to the waste problems. So is there an alternative? You bet there is.

FlushDoggy is a fully biodegradable, flushable (water soluble) dog poop bag that is very eco-friendly. flushdoggy.com offers FREE SAMPLE TO TRY! We also donate 10% of sale to ASPCA to fight puppy mills.

All you need is to collect the waste and put them in these flushable doggy bags and flush them down the toilet as any human would normally do. At least you don’t have to worry about worrying where dog poop should go. It is the modern way yet eco-friendly.

(Source) The Daily Green

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Cutting Out The Junk Mail

David Allen — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 14:00:35 +0000

Most people who are looking to be eco friendly really dislike junk mail, not because it is an intrusion into your home, it is because of the one hundred million trees that are cut down every year jsut to fuel the paper hungry junk mail machine.

One mail carrier from North Carolina has just been fined $3,000 and made to do five hundred hours of community service, because he did not deliver any junk mail on his round for seven years. Unfortunately, we all do not have these eco friendly mail carriers, so you will have to it yourself, contact the Do Not Mail list for the US or in the UK, there is always the Stop Junk Mail campaign.

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Solar Sailor Unveils Solar Powered Yachts

Brian Yalung — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 22:56:39 +0000

Everyone takes a trip via the sea at times and yachts have been known to be powered via the usual fuel engines that are contributing towards carbon emissions everyone is talking about as well. While many boats can turn to the usual natural wind power to navigate by sea, Solar Sailor has unveiled its solar powered contraptions that can help not only bring down carbon emissions but reduce the fuel consumption of sea lovers today.

Solar Sailor believe that by using solar and wind energy power, the fuel costs for yachts can be significantly lowered. They claim that it can be applied to a wide variety of marine vessels. They report that they currently have orders from ferry operators in Hong Kong and Shanghai, while the COSCO Shipping Group has taken the lead in researching energy savings and emission reductions by launching a research program exploring the use of Solarsailor’s technology on their fleets.

(Source) Synfo

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Paula Deen Hooks Up With Porks Biggest Manufacturer. Why Paula Why?

Missy — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:00:37 +0000

Ok i realize the headline was abit on the dramatic side. But listen to this. Paula Deen hooked up with Smithfield Foods, one of the biggest (and worst) pork manufacturers in the nation.

Her intentions were noble. This is all in the name of charity as the goal was to donate over 25,000 pounds of ham to a local pantry. I can understand her attempt at helping those who are hungry and she gets a nice big fat A for effort. But she could easily have donated loads more food in the form of veggies. Meat is so expensive and such an environmental hazard.

It takes tons less energy and water to produce corn, rice, and other foods than it does to raise animals for meat. When will people realize the many hazards associated with growing meat? Surely Paula has picked up a magazine or two in the last five years, and has been schooled in the matter.

Again i appreciate the intention and motive, but c-mon do you have any idea how many PIGS had to die for this noble act? I will spare you.

But i will tell you this, Smithfield Foods kills 30 million pigs each year. Ouch! That is horrendous.

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Higher Taxes for Diesel Cars Pushed

Brian Yalung — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 20:26:53 +0000

If you cannot really entice car owners to shy away from the usual diesel-guzzling cars, you may as well implement higher taxes to discourage consumers from getting them. It is a known fact that diesel is cheaper as far as fuel is concerned but the aftermath is really more on the health constraints to which fumes can be hazardous for people to breath in.

While most of the world hate tax hikes, this is an area that is certainly for a good cause. We are free to buy vehicles but the matter of selecting the proper one despite hard times has to be stomped down. So if they should become heftier, would it affect the demand for diesel-powered vehicles? For sure there will be a significant bearing in all of this as local governments really have to put a lid on the diesel issue.

The price of diesel vehicles is to become more expensive next year following revelations that the government has opted to push up the car tax on these cars by up to 26 percent, while unleaded cars will experience increases of no higher than ten percent.

(Source) Portugal News Online

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Frustration Free Packaging with Amazon

Brian Yalung — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 21:35:09 +0000

Amazon has so far been hit with using excessive materials such as plastic for its delivery of goods purchased online. Thus with their new program called the Frustration Free Packaging, customers will no longer go through the trouble of digging deep when their package arrives as the excess fillers like plastic covers or Styrofoam and all have been totally taken out.

Rather, you can simply find the actual good or product when you open it, sealed professionally and surely delivered the way it should be.

You don’t have to worry about those circus peanut Styrofoam things being part of the package. The company has a list of stuff that’s currently being sent with Frustration-Free Packaging.

(Source) Electronic House

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The Monogram Side-By-Side Refrigerator

Brian Yalung — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 05:33:43 +0000

Rarely would we consider the usual refrigerators as posing problems to the environment but perhaps looking up close and considering the elements needed to run them can orient us on why they pose as an environmental threat.

Apparently, a lot of it has to do with the chlorofluorocarbons and hydrofluorocarbons for insulation that affect the ozone layer. Apparently, there is an improved version of the GE Monogram that will use another hydrocarbon, cyclopentane, but will reduce pollution and the risk of flammability.

GE hopes to replace the hydrochlorofluorocarbon-based refrigerants now common in the U.S. The resulting appliance would have far lower emissions. Isobutane is also being tested for use in the Monogram line of refrigerators and is expected to be on sale in early 2010.

(Source) CNet

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The Monogram Side-By-Side Refrigerator

Turning Trash into Art

Brian Yalung — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 19:34:37 +0000

The garbage and trash that we normally throw away are always regarded as useless. But for the creative artists out there, they can go beyond that if taken up and close. We have seen a lot of people turn old bottles, scrap metals and even used cloth into something breathtaking and apparently if you compare it to eco-friendly issues, it very well falls in the category of recycling and reuse.

Not all people will be able to take time out and think of such. But in the end, it all boils down to how you can make do with discarded items often referred to as trash.

Give your items some thought and for sure you can come up with something worthy as far as expressing art in any form you may deem ideal in your eyes and the audience as well.

(Source) AJC.com

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Voyager Recycles and Reuses Lubricants

Brian Yalung — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 21:05:15 +0000

Ever wonder what happens to the dirty oil and lubricants from you car once you get an oil change? Well normally, they are considered waste and dumped into a certain site where they are put to use at a different level. But given the right attention, they can be reused and recycled with the proper process and expertise by companies that wish to specialized in recycling used oil. It can happen if companies like Voyager will put their act together.

The process of recycling lubricants begins by purchasing used oil from various consolidators of used petroleum, such as gear oil, machine oils, and others that have never been burned. These un-combusted, refined oils are then sent to a processing facility. There all impurities and contaminants are extrapolated leaving it with the base oil. Various additives are then blended in to create the desired end product that can be sold retail or wholesale to consumers or businesses.

(Source) iStockAnalyst

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Sites To Help You Improve Your Carbon Footprint

Brian Yalung — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 05:45:09 +0000

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.

(Source) National Examiner

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Lawn Mowers To Undergo Emission Testing

Brian Yalung — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 00:46:52 +0000

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 emissions by 35 percent, and all gas-powered recreational boats must reduce emissions by 70 percent in 2010, according to new EPA regulations

(Source) Environmental Leader

As an alternative, people can start using their old lawn mowers through muscle power for better lawns. With this new EPA regulation, people are bound to want to check if their current mowers are up to par with the set standards.

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