Staying Out of the Red by Going Green: How Businesses Actually Save Money by Being Environmentally Conscious

This was written by Miles Hall of businessbroker.net. The going green initiative has been well under way for a few years now, but many businesses – small and large – are still hesitant to join the movement. They often assume that going green is synonymous with spending more money when this simply not the case. [...]

Enjoying Eco-Tours In Bermagui – The Fishing Village Of New South Wales

This was written by Teena Celis of http://www.adrenalin.com.au/. On the south coast of New South Wales lies the town of Bermagui, famous as the ultimate fishing destination of the Bega Valley Shire in Australia. Bermagui is an international fishing destination, ever since American author Zane Grey pioneered the game-fishing sport here in the 1930′s. Fishing [...]

The Greenest House in Britain

This was written by Gary Stringer of http://searchstarz.com/ The greenest house in Britain will probably be owned by Gary Neville. The 37 year old ex Manchester United and England footballer will build a £8 million eco-friendly house. After three years of planning, and more than a year battling for approval, the retired footballer was given [...]

Green Kitchen Countertops – Eco-friendly Solutions for Kitchen Remodeling

This was written by Suzzane Edwards of Kitchen Cabinetry. A green home is synonymous to healthy, clean and sustainable living. And when it comes to creating a truly green kitchen we must consider every single detail. Most of these kitchen countertops are made from recycled materials and could be recycled again if the homeowner chooses [...]

How to Avoid Bed Bugs

This was written by Karen Barnes. Though many people today may believe bed bugs are just a myth, the fact is the pests have been making a major comeback in recent years. The problem has become so prevalent the Environmental Protection Agency has actually created a website to track the number of reports around the [...]

How to Replace the Water Filter in your Refrigerator

This was written by Felicia Baratz-Savage of Eat Breathe Blog. The in-door water and ice dispenser in your refrigerator makes it easy to drink clean, refreshing water without the cost of bottled water or the hassle of recycling all those plastic containers. Though they do last a long time, eventually the filter cartridge needs to [...]

Wood Door Paints and Stains for the Green Warriors

This was written by Jove Arthurs of Door Emporium in New Jersey. The augmented and collective awareness of modern citizens with regard to present environmental concerns is something we should all be happy and proud about. Not only does this mean we give enough value to the world we live in, but furthermore, it reflects our shared [...]

Sealing Leaks to Save Energy

This was written by Tim Snyder of Dr. Energy Saver. It’s wintertime. If you can feel cold drafts coming into your house, it’s a sure bet there’s heat energy going out. Sealing air leaks in key areas will cut cold drafts and your heating bill. Here in New England, the arrival of cold weather inevitably triggers [...]

Medical Hazard At Work

A sore throat, runny nose and fever are all commonly known as symptoms of a flu or common cold. What most people are unaware of is that it’s possible to get sick by sitting at your desk at work. An office desk tends to harbor more bacteria and germs than a toilet! It might be [...]

10 Things to Ditch to Make Your Office More Eco-Friendly

This was written by Maria Samuels, a designer at In Style Modern Furniture. The office is meant to be a safe place where people can focus on their work and increase their productivity. Such is the reason for strict adherence to safety measures and ways to make it a work-efficient place. There is always the [...]

Apple Shines with Green Advances and Popular Apps

As technology continues to grow around the planet consumers and companies are discovering we must be careful of their environmental impact. Many companies are changing their manufacturing techniques and designs. From their eco-friendly measures on the Apple iPhone 4 to the iPhone app developers creating green apps, Apple continues to lead the pack. Apple Minimizes [...]

Fitness Retreat Camps: A New Way to Enjoy the Holiday Season

This was written by Shaiya Ong of Daily Chump. The holiday season is just around the corners. Many are already planning their vacation escapade. Why not try a new experience that is healthy for your body and friendly to the environment. Find a fitness retreat camp near your place and help rejuvenate your mind and [...]

Easy Ways to Reduce Your Company’s Carbon Footprint

This was written by Tom Clark writing on behalf of http://www.gomobilize.co.uk/. It is becoming common knowledge that companies that are aware of what makes a ‘sustainable business’ are becoming more popular with existing customers as well as prospective customers. This awareness, although positive, forward-thinking and admirable, is often not executed with any conviction and is [...]

California is the Biggest Emerging Green State in the US

This was written by Richard Orban on behalf of Freedom Solar Power. For the third consecutive year, California has emerged to be the top clean energy state in the United States. The state dominated the 2012 State Clean Energy Index as it continues to lead the country in establishing testing grounds for all kinds of [...]

Ultralight Aircraft News: Russian President Flies Ultralight to Encourage Crane Migration

In an effort to help save endangered cranes on their southern migration Russian President Vladimir Putin took flight in an ultralight aircraft early last month. Accompanied by pilot Igor Nikitin in the two-seat trike aircraft the ultralight helped lead a flock of rare White Siberian Cranes to their migration route. Putin wore a white jumpsuit [...]

More Pollution Indoors than Out?

This was written by Felicia Baratz of Eat Breathe Blog. When we think of air pollution, we tend to think of smog smothering cities and plumes of exhaust chugging out of factories and vehicles every day. But for all that industrial imagery, the worst pollution may be in the air you breathe in the comfort [...]

Mortgage Professionals See Increase in Housing Market

The American housing market continues to look strong as we enter the fourth quarter of 2012. With an all-time low 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate of 3.40% the housing market also appears to be lifting off the ground. Add the increasing home buyers purchasing power today and buyers are realizing the low mortgage rates will [...]

Benefits of Meditation for Mental Health

This was written by Kelli Cooper of Solstice Chinese Herbal Medicine. Our mental health is precious and many of us do not attend to it as well as we should. While it is natural to experience stress, doubt, anxiety, fear and other negative emotions, they do not have to overwhelm us. There are ways to reduce [...]

Landfill in the UK and the Alternatives

This was written on behalf of Batesy Skips. What is Landfill? Landfill sites are where rubbish ends up if it cannot be recycled, or hasn’t been properly sorted. The waste is compacted to maximise the amount that can fit in and then buried. It is generally considered to be the least eco-friendly way to dispose of [...]

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