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- Fifteen Things That You Can Do To Green Your School Campus - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Merryl BrownFifteen Things That You Can Do To Green Your School Campus By Merryl Brown, President, Merryl Brown Events Every one of us has the ability to make a difference on our child's school campus by making a few easy changes to school policies and practices. This is a wonderful opportunity to ...
Views: 1468(5 votes) - Earth-Friendly Tips for Children's Parties - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Merryl BrownEarth-Friendly Tips for Children's Parties By Merryl Brown, President, Merryl Brown Events, LLC Any parent who has thrown a child’s birthday party knows all about the aftermath: piles of wadded-up paper napkins, stacks of paper plates smeared with trans-fat-packed frosting and melted ice ...
Views: 1253(5 votes) - Global Climate Change - Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Glenn OliverAs the Earth’s climate changes, new stresses will be placed on the planet’s resources and those who are tasked with managing them. The available data indicates that the global climate has warmed by approximately 0.74 °C (1.3 °F) over the past hundred years, from 1906-2005 . Furthermore, many ...
Views: 568(2 votes) - Green Web Hosting Is Both Good For The Environment And You - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Paul RodgersAs the awareness of global warming increases, the web hosting industry is also playing their part in supporting this good cause. Green web hosting is just one more earth-friendly thing you can do. Over the last two hundred and fifty years, since industrialization began, the delicate balance ...
Views: 824(2 votes) - My Path to Green: Step 6 - Green Gift Giving - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHi again. I can't believe it is already Step 6 in My Path to Green. Though, I have definitely learned a tremendous amount and am maker greener choices each day no matter what it is. This is a busy time of the year for me -- practically everybody I know has a birthday/anniversary etc etc coming ...
Views: 642(2 votes) - Active Solar Energy: How It Works - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Sullivan KincaidThere are two primary kinds of direct solar power: passive and active solar power. Passive solar energy involves the capture of the sun’s thermal energy. Everyone gets that pretty instinctively, since simply standing outside on a sunny day demonstrates the process. But when it comes to ...
Views: 1502(4 votes) - Never Use New Paper Products Again: 10 Alternatives - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Intent.com Authors1. Never buy gift wrap again. Instead, use magazine pages, brown paper from grocery bags, newspaper or other discarded paper products. Tie them with a brown string for the classic, understated look. As an even better alternative, give a gift that doesn't require wrapping, like an online ...
Views: 677(3 votes) - Make Your Kitchen and Living Room Eco-Chic: Five Tips to Green it Up - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsYou can have most luxurious living room in town—the party’ll still end up in the kitchen. Get yours a little greener with these tips from Anna Rosemann of EcoConsulting LA. A good composter dramatically reduces the waste that you send to the landfill and can help counteract black thumb in the ...
Views: 1936(4 votes) - Reconnect with Nature - Happiness will Follow - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from T. PayneMany years ago, humans and nature coexisted in a harmony that has been missing in present days. We didn’t live in the technical and sophisticated way we do now. We needed to connect to nature on a much more personal level because it was integral to our very existence. Humankind’s very ...
Views: 3068(5 votes) - Going Green at Home - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from James KoresGoing green is not much simple to follow. Though it is not simple and also the expenses for it are more people are following it. People are going green for different reasons; for some of them it is a matter of common sense, for some others in order to get rid of tensions. Going green usually ...
Views: 610(2 votes) - If Nature Was Gone, Would We Miss It? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIt is wonderful to be outside. I'm beginning to believe that living in houses really wasn't such a good idea. It is so spacious, so open, so unguarded to just be out in the world where trees are, where birds are, where the sky is. Working in my yard today was such a pleasure. I was pulling ...
Views: 668(1 vote) - Make Your Mornings Super-Green and Earth-Friendly: 10 Action Steps - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIn celebration of this week's call for content for making the best of our mornings, here is a list of ten action steps to make your mornings a little more eco-friendly. And what better way to love Mother Earth than to acknowledge her gifts at the very start of the day? 1. When you wake up, ...
Views: 693(2 votes) - Enter the Golden Age: Keys to Manifesting the Kingdom of Heaven on Earth - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Tony TuckerCongratulations, Fellow Child of God. You’ve just taken the first step to entering the Kingdom of Heaven on Earth. This Kingdom ("The New Heaven and New Earth")is available through the union of your heart, mind, and soul. This journey begins with the understanding beyond the common limits of ...
Views: 2212(1 vote) - All About Green Living - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Saego FedalGreen is a term we here every where now a days. Green houses, cars, clothing, food, cleaning products these are the terms we generally come across. Green living really mean living in a way that will not harm the natural balance of things. This is a healthier lifestyle for both us and for the ...
Views: 648(1 vote) - Is it Possible to Make Money and Make the World a Better Place? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsCan you be financially healthy in a time when the world’s markets show a critically unstable temperature? Is it possible to make money and make the world a better place? If you consider socially responsible investing—or SRI—the answer might just be yes. “Every dollar you spend or invest is ...
Views: 877(1 vote) - Birds of a Feather...? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI was painting the deck the other day when I noticed a certain amount of activity in the wisteria that rampages around one end of it. Robins were dashing to and fro. I continued to paint, aware that this was not a good place for a nest as this door is heavily used. The Robins were building a ...
Views: 660(2 votes) - 9 Spiritual Ways to be Green - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Intent.com Authors1. If you use candles in your spiritual practice, start using soy candles. Unlike paraffin candles, soy candles do not use petroleum and do not increase the CO2 in the atmosphere. They also last longer than regular candles. 2. Include the Earth in your daily prayers. When you are praying for ...
Views: 594(1 vote) - Introducing a New Flavor of Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Peter EllinwoodThe pros and cons of energy-efficient light bulbs have been much debated over the last decade. The main focus of the discussion has been CFL light bulbs. Introduced in the '80s, these electricity sippers have been greatly improved over the years. CFL light bulbs are enthusiastically endorsed by ...
Views: 1198(1 vote) - What’s Big and Green and Airs Over and Over? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHave you ever tried tearing your son’s attention away when he’s deep into Diego? Ever attempted to converse with your daughter when she’s transfixed by Tinker Bell? Nickelodeon and Disney know they’ve got a captive audience in today’s tots and tweens. And while we might wish our wee ones spent a ...
Views: 1397(1 vote) - My Path to Green: Step 5 - Green Dating Tips - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHello everyone, This week using Alex Blackwell's blog 9 Green Date Ideas, I planned a nice green date for my boyfriend using 3 of his tips: Exchance cards or notes made of recycled paper Go to a zoo Have a green picnic Walk instead of taking the car One thing to ...
Views: 658(1 vote) - Paper or Plastic is Not a Choice! - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSo yesterday, I was in a Trader Joes market and was commenting to my friend who was checking out with me that all stores no matter what kind should not offer bags or at least charge big time for them. This would force people to bring their own. Some countries are doing this, and some states ...
Views: 589(2 votes) - How to Save Money While Helping the Environment - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Terrie AndersonMany people still think that being environmentally friendly costs more, and in some cases this can be true, but there are many things the average person can do that will save money and help the environment. Here we offer you 11 Ways that you can Save Money and The Environment. 1.Change all ...
Views: 2350(1 vote) - Adopt To Save the Planet - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsOne of the best things we can do is adopt. No, I am not referring to the adoption of a child, but to a different kind of adopting. I am talking about a much easier and simpler form of adoption, and that is adopting your environment. There are so many organizations that let you adopt your ...
Views: 646(1 vote) - Realistic Optimism and the Future of Our Planet with Rex Weyler: An Exclusive Interview - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Intent.com Authors"War is one of the biggest ecological disasters on the planet," Intent Voice Rex Weyler tells me. In our conversation, he describes to me how before "ecology" and "environment" were household terms that ordinary people cared about, radioactive material was appearing in the bone marrow of ...
Views: 768(1 vote) - Sustainable Living with Jeff McIntire-Strasburg: An Exclusive Interview - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIntent Voice Jeff McIntire-Strasburg was an English professor before he decided to try his hand at green blogging and write about a subject he was passionate about, which was sustainable living. Back in 2003 when he first found Sustainablog, the blogging community was mostly dominated by ...
Views: 710(1 vote) - Gardens of Gratitude - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIf you're thinking about going green and how you can make a difference, it can be somewhat overwhelming. I've changed my bulbs to CFCs now what? One group has actually got together to make a big difference in small incremental ways. Gardens of Gratitude this weekend are helping hundrends of ...
Views: 718(1 vote) - Nontoxic Virus Defense: Make Disinfectant Sprays with Essential Oils - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEspecially when there are flu and virus outbreaks in your community, added protection against germs is often warranted. Try these homemade essential oil mists — an easy way to add antiviral and antibacterial yet natural scent to your home. They are proven allies in the fight against germs, and ...
Views: 1560(2 votes) - How Do I Know Which eBook Reader is the Most Suitable for Me? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Marco GustafssonWhen comparing eBook Readers there are a number of factors that one needs to take into consideration. The choices of devices are growing daily and the options on the devices are growing as well. For some people, the number of books the Reader will store is the most important while for others ...
Views: 1249 - Animal Testing - Support Brands Not Tested on Animals - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Stephen KnightIn 1988, I chose to spend an evening viewing Victor Schonfeld’s “The Animals Film.” This was a strange and revelatory experience. Sitting in front of a small screen, the history of animal exploitation flickered before my eyes. From the first steps in the 1930’s when farm animals were crowded ...
Views: 1459(1 vote) - Guidelines for Eco-friendly and Healthful Purchasing Choices - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe following are some basic guidelines to help you make green choices: Do: Replace products that are made from petrochemicals with products that are made with natural, non-hazardous and preferably renewable products. For example, use bamboo flooring that is finished with natural wax and ...
Views: 1447(1 vote) - Soap Up, Without Poisoning the Planet - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsGetting cleaned up can be a dirty job. Modern hygiene requires that you spend some quality time with your showerhead. The average person showers for about 10 minutes. In an old-school shower (made before 1992), that means you're using about 100 gallons of water. The government has since ...
Views: 693(2 votes) - Greener Choices for Your Home - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWith few exceptions—one being particle-board furniture—if your existing eco-unfriendly floors, walls and furniture are in good condition, do not be concerned about replacing them; simply keep them clean. For example, if the paint on your walls contained VOC’s, any damage from outgassing would ...
Views: 612(1 vote) - Flooring: What's Green, What's Not - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe Best Choices Stone Marble Slate Ceramic Brick Tile Mosaic Terrazzo Concrete Solid wood—sustainable hardwoods or softwoods certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)—(see “Resources”); purchase locally if possible. ...
Views: 777 - Kansas Fights Big Coal, With National Repercussions - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhen was the last time you thought about Kansas? We often fly over it and sometimes have to drive through it, but Kansas is one of those flat states that people on the coasts, and in the mountains, tend to forget about it. It’s time to start paying attention. On October 18, 2007, Kansas made ...
Views: 585 - Wallcoverings: What's Green, What's Not - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsProceed with Caution Proceed with caution is the sole category for wall coverings, as virtually every type of wall covering can be either eco-friendly or not. For example, cork is wonderful—as long as the adhesive used to mount it is non-toxic. Paint manufacturers are known to be among the ...
Views: 653 - 3 Steps to Take If #5 Plastic Leaching Has You Worried - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWhen I think of plastic #5 , a polypropylene, commonly used for yogurt containers, syrup bottles, ketchup bottles, caps, straws and medicine bottles, I think of my mother going into a fit of recycling rage, ranting about the fact that we couldn't recycle plastic #5 in our area. But the real ...
Views: 743 - Choosing Green Fabric for Your Home - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMost fabric on the market is saturated with chemicals. Pesticides are doused on growing cotton, chemicals are used in the manufacturing of almost all fibers, petroleum is used in the creation of some man-made fabrics, and chemical dyes are used for color. The result is degradation of the ...
Views: 1241(1 vote) - Green Your Home Tips - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSeemingly innocuous objects—from toys, to plastic containers, to cookware—in your home or workplace may be hazardous to your health. For example, plastics used in common household objects can disrupt the sexual development of baby boys. The culprits are chemicals called phthalates, found in ...
Views: 580 - Look Into the (Energy Efficient) Light - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsPeople give you this whole rap about how easy saving the planet is. Change a light bulb and save the world. Yes and no. How about we consider it a start rather than an end destination? Lighting accounts for about 20% of our electric bill. Traditional bulbs burn heat rather than light, so are ...
Views: 595(1 vote) - Sleeping With Monsters: Getting Rid Of Dust Mites - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Diane NeumanDust mites are not creatures that appear only in youth hostiles and boarding houses. They are at this very moment living and dining comfortably IN YOUR BEDROOM AND IN YOUR CHILD'S BEDROOM. You can SEE a mosquito, a cockroach or a bedbug so that's a reasonably fair fight. Since dust mites can't ...
Views: 1572 - Can eBook Readers Save Our Forests? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Marco GustafssonAs an increasing number of people begin to think about environmental friendly methods that will assist in saving our forests, the eBook Reader is one that most will fail to consider. However, as the number of books printed rises exponentially, the number of trees being harvested also rises ...
Views: 1328 - Green Tips for Your Home - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWith few exceptions—one being particle-board furniture—if your existing eco-unfriendly floors, walls and furniture are in good condition, do not be concerned about replacing them; simply keep them clean. For example, if the paint on your walls contained VOC’s, any damage from outgassing would ...
Views: 605 - How to Buy Furniture the Green Way - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsPrior to the Industrial Revolution, replacing furniture to keep up with trends, or because one was bored with some item, was unthinkable. Since the rise of the Industrial Revolution, however, Americans have been coached to regularly replace old items with new. Advertisements lure us with ...
Views: 731 - Green and Not So Green Furniture Materials - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSolid Wood Solid wood is a good choice, unless it comes from an endangered species or has been harvested in an unsustainable manner. When purchasing wood furniture, check that the wood is certified as ecologically sound. The FSC certifies wood and wood products that are ecologically sound ...
Views: 1290(1 vote) - Reality REALized - Part I - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Yuri Smirnov"When one is confronted with this crisis it is a crisis in consciousness, it is not over there outside of one. The crisis is in oneself. There is a saying: we have seen the enemy and the enemy is ourselves. The crisis is not a matter of economics, of war, the bomb, the politicians, the ...
Views: 1287 - Is Your Desk Eco-Friendly? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHow can a mahogany desk, made of slow-growing hard wood plundered from the Amazon, be eco-friendly? When it's re-used. Often, the greenest consumer route is not buying new products made with Earth-friendly methods but rather scoring used products made with traditional, possibly heinous ...
Views: 754(2 votes) - The Dangers of Fabric - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMost fabric on the market is saturated with chemicals. Pesticides are doused on growing cotton, chemicals are used in the manufacturing of almost all fibers, petroleum is used in the creation of some man-made fabrics, and chemical dyes are used for color. The result is degradation of the ...
Views: 2551(1 vote) - Going Green!! - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Deb KittDid you know that the Green Industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the world, along with the wireless industry and the wellness industry. Going Green can mean a lot of things, including lowering your carbon footprint (which is how much fuel and resources you consume through ...
Views: 814 - Chose Eco-Friendly Fabric for Home - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsChoosing safe—or safer—fabrics is possible. Just as the healthiest food is the least processed and closest to its natural state, so should the fabrics we choose. Natural fabrics, such as linen, flax, hemp, jute, sisal, wool and cotton can be made with little or no processing and chemical ...
Views: 717 - Reduce Water use in the garden - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI live in a desert and water is precious. Yet I take it for granted. It is always available when I turn on the faucet. But I am also very aware of how much I use, especially outside in the yard. Today I used water from my rain barrels to water the plants in the back yard. As I poured the rain ...
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