Environment Articles

Environment | By Kevin Rockwell @ Sunday, 6th April 2008 @ 11:51 PM

While much of what goes into biodiesel could be considered biodegradable waste, the concept deserves its own section because of its enormous potential. As we said before, biomass happens. When the quantities were relatively low, few people considered waste management a problem people used to burn trash in their back yards, or bury, or put it out for the trash truck without a thought. Industrialization, population growth, and dozens of other factors caused the amount of waste produced annually to... more...

Environment | By Alan Haburchak @ Sunday, 6th April 2008 @ 10:13 PM

Vinyl Chloride is perhaps something that is not widely considered; however, is more widespread than most people know as it is used in so many manufacturing processes. There are many regulatory measures in place regarding its use. The American Chemical Society (ACS) assigns a Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) registry number too many different chemical compounds for identification purposes. The CAS for Vinyl Chloride is 75-01-4. The ACS keeps documentation on research and events which invol... more...

Environment | By Catherine Harvey @ Sunday, 6th April 2008 @ 3:31 PM

The pressure is on for us all to play our part in reducing land fill in the UK. We are still filling sites with five million tons of the stuff every year and this, the government says, must be reduced drastically to have any lasting effect on global warming. One way for this to be achieved is to reduce the amount of packaging that surrounds our everyday products, with food companies being targeted more than anyone else. But what will this mean for the companies that produce the packaging... more...

Environment | By Stephanie Foster @ Saturday, 5th April 2008 @ 5:07 AM

Spring is here and I'm already thinking about summer. In my area that's easy, since days get over 80 degrees F with some regularity already. But summer presents some challenges to living a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. Today I'd like to share some of my tips for keeping cool during the summer without using a lot of electricity. Tip #1: Set the air conditioner thermostat to 78 or higher (if you use it in the first place) The higher you set the thermostat, t... more...

Environment | By Britt Michaelian @ Friday, 4th April 2008 @ 8:33 PM

I do not consider myself to be a huge environmentalist but, I am proud to say that I saved my allowance to join Greenpeace in the 80s. As an adult, I now realize the importance of having an awareness about our impact on the earth and sharing this with our children. We may not be able to save our planet from every black cloud, but it is important to be responsible and respectful to the earth on a daily basis. There are simple steps that we can all take to help live in a more gr... more...

Environment | By Jack Deal @ Thursday, 3rd April 2008 @ 5:10 AM

What no paper? You have got to be kidding. No, not really. Paperless started in a place called Silicon Valley where a few tech companies decided that paper was a relic just like the tape cassette and Corvair. Paper? We don't need any stinkin' paper... And then there are those of us that have fought with paper all our lives. We lose it, misfile it, spill coffee on it, loan it, rip it, tear it and wrinkle it. We actually do a lot more things with it and that is the... more...

Environment | By Derek Dashwood @ Saturday, 29th March 2008 @ 1:46 AM

To watch the numbers tick on the World Clock, it seems that healthy lifestyles continue to be coming to an end and now we can see. We can count off each second to the tenth power how much the temperature of the earth is increasing. This information from the United Nations, which is gathering information from every weather station on earth mostly now all on line. So we know when the seas will begin to turn all us coastal folks into members of the I love Venice club, and open our gondola concessio... more...

Environment | By Mitch Endick @ Friday, 28th March 2008 @ 8:24 PM

The big push in the flooring business today is how to address the growing issue of recycling. Consumers are becoming more and more conscious of how their buying choices affect the environment both inside and outside their homes. When it comes to flooring, industry, government and concerned citizens have begun to work together on ways to reduce the potential negative environmental consequence that comes from disposing of used flooring materials. The short answer to the question of ... more...

Environment | By Mitch Endick @ Friday, 28th March 2008 @ 8:11 PM

Responding to the problems associated with the disposal of used carpet, the carpet industry has teamed up with government agencies and other concerned groups to establish a program that encourages the recycling of used carpet materials. This partnership has implemented a national agreement that sets goals for increasing the amount of carpet that is recycles. One result of this cooperative effort has been the creation of entire industry that is built around the collection and recycling of ... more...

Environment | By Anna Stenning @ Friday, 28th March 2008 @ 6:29 PM

Carbon Emissions....what are they. There is much talk in the media about carbon emissions and how we should all reduce our carbon footprint but how many of us know what it actually means. Carbon emissions are the result of burning carbon-based fuels (fossil fuels) such as coal, oil and natural gas and the carbon compounds released into the atmosphere. How this affects us apart from the obvious pollution question is that the high concentration in the atmosphere of changes in carbon dioxide... more...

Environment | By Michael Beikircher @ Thursday, 27th March 2008 @ 2:33 PM

It is imperative that the quality standards be maintained while the wood pellets are being transported. Thus there are stringent rules laid down to ensure high quality during transportation right from the manufacturer till the consumer. The organization responsible for setting the standards of logistics aspects is called DIN CERTCO. The exact rules and regulations regarding transportation issues have been laid down with great detail inside the scheme of certification. The entire ONORM M 7136 det... more...

Environment | By Catherine Harvey @ Thursday, 27th March 2008 @ 7:09 AM

They say the answer to many problems is right in front of you if you'd only stop looking so hard. News reports are declaring an end to the problem of global warming. Scientists have discovered that sunglasses provide the clue to saving our planet from the ravages of our throw away lifestyles and lack of consideration for our delicate eco system. And it all lays in black plastic - the one thing eco warriors have been trying to get rid of. Age related macular degeneration is an ... more...

Environment | By Aaron Siegel @ Wednesday, 26th March 2008 @ 8:10 PM

We all love our computers and right now as you read this you know it is only because of your computer that you are. They give us the news, let us play games online and off, meet a dream partner, manage our investments, research vacations and homes, buy cars, bid for goods, watch home videos, create family photo albums, and so much more. Parting with you computer these days would be asking to part with your head. The Problem While we all love our computers and there isn't much ... more...

Environment | By Derek Dashwood @ Wednesday, 26th March 2008 @ 7:44 PM

Researchers at the University of British Columbia and the University of Alberta have confirmed, based on World Health Organization studies, that from 8,000 to 24,000 new cases of cancer occur in Canada yearly due to pollution. This finding is a shock to Canadians who recycle, bicycle or walk whenever possible. But rampant industrialized waste and a lack still, of stringent enough regulations, are causing misery among those exposed to these toxins. If this is happening in pristine Canada, ... more...

Environment | By Chris Marshall @ Wednesday, 26th March 2008 @ 8:18 AM

Below is some advice for recycling different types of materials. Recycling can help the environment in many ways and it is essential that you don't underestimate what you can do. Carrier bags and twist ties. Carrier bags can be reused in the shops or as bin bags around the house. Paper bags make useful wrapping paper and twist ties can be used to secure loose items together, such as computer wires. Envelopes By sticking labels over the address you can reuse envelopes. Alternat... more...

Environment | By Mike Hirn @ Tuesday, 25th March 2008 @ 7:39 AM

Global warming is discussed in two main types of books. Some authors downplay the issue and insist there is no problem. Others speak of the compelling evidence, dangerous consequences, and solutions. Reading books with more than one viewpoint on the subject gives a balanced perspective. Probably the most well-known book on global warming is Al Gore's book AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH: THE PLANETARY EMERGENCY OF GLOBAL WARMING AND WHAT WE CAN DO ABOUT IT. Gore's book shows reasons... more...

Environment | By Anna Stenning @ Friday, 21st March 2008 @ 10:40 PM

We have all heard and seen the adverts for carbon emission and foot printing. However, a lot of us do not know what all of these information and warnings mean. What is a carbon footprint and how do we reduce it? One thing that some of us may know is that it has some connection to climate change and if we do not act now we could be looking at a bleak future. Therefore, we need to understand effective carbon management techniques. First of all what is carbon footprint? This is the process o... more...

Environment | By Michael Beikircher @ Friday, 21st March 2008 @ 9:37 PM

Ever since their invention in the 1980s these stoves have gained in popularity over the years. These are essentially stoves that operate on electricity and are rather small in size. These are used to burn pellets and pose many advantages like minimal waste production and high efficiency levels. How do they work? The way wood pellet stoves work is that the internal machinery replenishes the fire with more wood pellets once it gets exhausted. The only thing the user needs to do is to... more...

Environment | By Michael Beikircher @ Friday, 21st March 2008 @ 9:28 PM

It is renewable because the fuel is sourced from trees which can be planted as per convenience. Hence this is a very clean fuel which poses no harm to the environment. However, although it is a very versatile fuel it does have certain drawbacks. Cinder: a hindrance to heating systems Most people used to think that wood pellets once heated would eventually transform into a fine ash like substance. However, with an increase in its usage in many homes across the globe, news has surfac... more...

Environment | By Michael Beikircher @ Friday, 21st March 2008 @ 9:28 PM

Known as CDM or clean development mechanism, entities who have signed this protocol are required to adhere to its standards and regulations. What it means The ultimate objective of the Kyoto protocol is to facilitate the reduction in emissions and ensure sustainable developmental projects in every country across the globe. Most CDM projects undertaken have resulted in significant reductions in emissions of carbon dioxide. The usage of carbon neutral fuel forms such as wood pellets ... more...