These days it seems there are plenty of reasons for homeowners to consider the switch to solar power, not the least of which is a pretty attractive tax rebate from the good ‘ole federal government. But for those who also take aesthetics into consideration in their home improvement decisions, there has always been the pesky [...]
In a refreshing turn of events, Timberland, world famous maker of rugged footwear, from sandals to steel toed boots, has announced its Earthkeepers 2.0 line of shoes: a line that’s striving to close the green loop by creating shoes with high levels of recycled content as well as an easily dismantled design thats meant to [...]
Sticky summer weather makes us long to be submerged in cool, clean water. After a couple of 90 degree days, it's time to bury the hatchet with the neighbor who has a pool and break out the floating lounge chair. Although days spend around the pool are a summer standby, many have neglected to stop and think about the incredibly potent chemical stew they're marinating in when enjoying a traditional pool, especially a public or community pool. But pools, especially the high traffic kind, need chemicals to keep them sanitary, right? Not anymore.
We blame corporations for a lot- and for good reason: they are responsible for large percentages of the pollution, emission-heavy production, poor worker conditions and consumption-driven mindsets that plague our planet and society. However, it is said, "to whoever much is given, of him [or her] will much be required." Though the big-box names have huge potential for leaving destruction in their wake, they also have the clout to power big changes. Recently, several mainstream companies have started making strides toward this change in the form of sustainable packaging. Here are some to look out for...
1bog Renewable energy is the buzz word of the year. From the White House to the greenhouse, people are being told that renewable sources of energy, like wind and solar are the answer to the clunky, dirty fossil fuels we've depended on for so long. The federal government is even offering tax credits for building or renovating homes so that they use energy more efficiently. But saying we need homes powered by the sun, and actually heating your morning shower with it are still, unfortunately, two entirely different things.
Although my last post also included a scientific-y looking chart, I promise you, I'm not suddenly embracing my inner chemist. The past few weeks have just brought a number of fascinating, scientific processes to my attention that could mean great things for the quest to detoxify our lives and businesses. The latest? Photocatalysis.
Until recently, no one associated sparkling clean bathrooms and kitchens with poisoned air and mutated aquatic life. But the same lemony fresh cleaners, disinfectants, and degreasers that shine your stove top can also make you sick and can cause real problems for the waterways they drain into. Just ask the Environmental Protection Agency, which reports that "the air inside the typical home is on average 2-5 times more polluted than the air just outside—and in extreme cases 100 times more contaminated—largely because of household cleaners and pesticides."
Demonstrating true innovation and a passion for sustainability that's unfortunately not mirrored by their American counterparts, European car makers Pininfarina and Bollore have created a hybrid vehicle that truly embodies environmental friendliness, from wipers to its non-existent tailpipe.
I hate moving on so many levels. It equals upheaval in every sense of the word, usually happens on the hottest day of the summer (in my move-once-a-year undergrad days anyway), and, worst of all- it means boxes. Finding boxes, saving boxes, packing boxes, unpacking boxes, and then wondering how you’ll fit all those boxes [...]
I’ll admit it. When MJ ruled the courts and the Bulls were a championship-winning dynasty, I too wanted to be like Mike. I had posters of the 1992 Dream Team on my bedroom wall, and practiced hook shots in the driveway (remnants of a previous Pete Marovich obsession: I was a weird little girl). What [...]
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