Japanese auto makers have developed a reputation for making some of the most efficient vehicles in the world. With the environment becoming an increasing factor of everyday life, people are looking for more ways they can do their part. The following list covers the greenest car manufacturers of the 21st century, some you might choose … Read more
For those that are ready to finally cut down on energy costs, it is important to be able to identify some of the most energy hungry products throughout the home and then come up with a quick plan of action on how to curb monthly bills. Identifying Phantom Loads Phantom loads can be taking place … Read more
While you can live a month or more without food, the average person can only last three to five days without water, or even less in higher temperature climates. Sadly, an estimated 780 million people in the world live without access to clean water, according to the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme for Water Supply and Sanitation. This … Read more
Businesses feel pressured to avoid pollution and often their competitors already have programs in order to label themselves ‘green’ and ‘sustainable.’ From a business point of view, being environmentally friendly is an important public relations move. It can also increases the efficiency of a business, as recycling paper and metal can generate a small cash … Read more
China is fast becoming the largest solar nation in the world, adding over 11.8 GW of solar installations in 2013 alone. A few years ago, it looked like China wasn’t doing a thing in solar, only caring about getting cheap electricity as quickly as it could. Since then, environmental issues have raised a lot of … Read more
We all consume energy, that’s a fact. But how much do we consume? And how much does a country consume? What’s the most energy-consuming activity we do in our homes each day? E.g. Using AC, Turning on our Coffee Machines, TV and heating. In an infographic from PowerSuperSite the energy consumption of the US is … Read more
Much of the Earth’s resources are finite. As more and more people inhabit the planet, the natural resources that we depend on are dwindling. Countries are scrambling for what is left and there are very few places left to find new supplies of the resources that we need to live. Because of this, recycling has … Read more
Making your home energy efficient can sound like a daunting and expensive task. The market is currently awash with various products that claim to save you money on your energy bills, but often you need to pay a premium for the savings. But, luckily it is possible to reap the savings promised by these gadgets … Read more