Environmentally Non-Toxic Green Bullets

Yes, “Green Bullets” do exist. There are well over 12 million hunters that will take to the outdoors this season. The majority of these hunters will be arming themselves with lead-based ammunition. Over the past few years many people are realizing the dangerous contamination that lead-based bullets leave behind for humans and their environment. Lead, a toxic metal harmful to people and wildlife alike, is the essential element in most ammunition used today. These lead-based bullets can contaminate the meat shot by hunters, leading to lead poisoning by those who consume the meat. This lead exposure is becoming a threat to our wildlife and to our environment. But greener alternatives are gaining visibility.

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The Future of Renewable Energy

Algae, otherwise known as “pond scum” is the preferred plant for making bio-fuels and other petrochemical replacements. Algae is among one of the fastest growing plants in the world, and about 50 percent of its weight is made up of oil. One of the best things about algae is that it can be found almost everywhere including oceans, ponds, swimming pools, and the common fishbowl. Growing algae can be used to extract the pollutants from coal-fired power plants because it thrives on a high concentration of carbon dioxide as well as nitrogen dioxide. Algae production facilities can thus be fed exhaust gases from fossil fuel power plants, and even breweries, to significantly increase productivity and clean up the air. Sounds like this “pond scum” could be the future in renewable energy. (more…)

Solar energy is the means of harnessing the light and heat from the sun in order to provide for our electrical needs. In our ever-changing society new methods and technologies in implementing this use of energy are becoming more prevalent as we look to maintain a green lifestyle.

Geothermal Spa

The word geothermal comes from the Greek words “geo” meaning earth and “thermos” meaning heat. Geothermal energy is generated from the heat stored inside the earth. With the steam and hot water produced inside the earth, we can use it to heat our buildings or generate electricity. Geothermal power plants do not burn fuel to generate electricity, so their emission levels are very low. They release less than 1 percent of the carbon dioxide emissions of a fossil fuel plant.

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Traveling Green

In contemporary travel there often lies an irony between the natural beauty of the destinations that tourist seek, and the methods in which they use to implore their vacation. In order to maintain the brilliance of our global systems it is important to remain aware of the steps we take to get to them. Having a green conscious in times of travel is imperative to tend to the fine balance that exists. Following are a few suggestions on what to do before you leave, how to get to where you’re going, and how to remain green once at your destination.

Before you set off for your trip, do not overlook a few of these small tips that can keep your house eco friendly even while you’re not there. (more…)

In a time when everything from corporations to cars are trying to “go green” and embrace an eco friendly lifestyle, wouldn’t it make sense to also cater to the place where the average person spends about one-third of their day? The bedroom…not only a place where we can wind down our day and prepare for the next, but also a place where we can start to actively make changes to embrace the green revolution. The following are some simple tips and strategies to start making your bedroom green.

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Products and services may say they are good for the environment but how do you really know? Are these companies contributing to reduce their carbon footprint? Many companies say they are green or eco-friendly but how do you know for sure?

Companies who can consider themselves green are reducing their carbon footprint in some way. Look for key phrases such as recycled materials, organic ingredients, sustainable wood, hybrid or alternatively fueled vehicles. These methods are evidence that companies are reducing their impact on the earth as well as our future in this extraordinary world.

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