Alternative Heating Solutions for Off-Grid Living
Green heating solutions are not just ideal for lowering your energy heating costs. They provide a ready solution when your property does not have access to electricity and gas supply. They provide ingenious solutions that help you solve heating and lighting headaches that come with this lack of access. You will live comfortably in your property without any danger of freezing to death.
Eco-Vacations for Socially Conscious Adventurers
From the carbon footprint of air travel to the problems of increased pollution in common tourist destinations, taking a vacation can have a dramatic, and sometimes negative, impact on the environment. But does it have to? The International Ecotourism Society defines ecotourism as “responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people.” In other words, you are responsible for creating a positive impact on the communities you visit and leaving a place better than how you found it. If you’re on board with these principles of sustainable travel, consider taking an eco-vacation if you haven’t had the chance. Ecotourism supports local conservation efforts…
10 Unmissable Spots in Sweden
Sweden is dotted with amazing cities and boasts of the spectacular landscape. You will find some very good reasons to head to Sweden, and one is never far from lush forests, the sea or the lakes in this amazing Scandinavian beauty. There is a lot to do and explore in Sweden.
Garden Patch Self-Watering Planter, Your Ultimate Gardening Success Choice
Have you thought of having some home-grown vegetables? Are you worried that you might not see good results at the end of it all? Are you too busy to attend to your vegetables or other types of plants? Well, here is the ultimate guide to a gardening success story thanks to self-watering planters. To start us off, one of the most exciting things about self-watering planters or pots is the fact that they supply your plants with the right amount of water at the right time. Issues of under watering or overwatering are not a concern when using self-watering planters. Therefore, this means that if you were worried that you…
12 Tips To Make Your Workplace More Eco-Friendly
If you’re like most UK residents you probably recycle your household waste but what happens when you get to the office? Do your green credentials stretch to the workplace? If you’d like to work in a greener environment there are some simple and effective changes you could implement to make your place of work, work for the environment. Approx 70% of all office waste is recyclable but typically only 7.5% of that potential recycling reaches a recycling plant. In the UK we produce roughly 200 million metric tonnes of waste a year, 24% of that being office waste, it’s a staggering statistic, but we can all play our part to…
Getting Started With Solar Energy at Home
Transitioning to solar energy is a wise choice, though it may seem complex. This guide simplifies the process, from essential components to installation.
5 Important Benefits of Using Solar Outdoor Lights
Outdoor lighting enhances the outdoor ambiance and good for gatherings or party. Electric light is costly and often leads to the rise in the electric bills. Solar lights are better and have the numerous benefits over the electric lighting.
How & Why Should We Recycle Our Old Mobile Phones
There are over six billion mobile phones in the world today. Over 30 million new mobile phones are bought in the UK annually. However, the average lifespan of a cell phone is slightly over 18 months. This means that people purchase new mobile phones at least once every two years. The big question is; “what happens to the millions of cellphones that are disconnected each year?” Some of the mobile phones are sent to other continents such as Africa for reselling; others are donated to charities while a huge chunk of them are recycled. Companies such as Sell My Mobile buy old mobile phones such as Samsung, iPhone 6, and…
5 Tips to Help You Choose the Right Rainwater Tank
You can reduce your dependency on the mains water supply by installing a rainwater harvesting tank in your property. Capturing the downpour will reduce your environmental footprint and will help you cut your monthly water bills in the long run. You will have running water to use in your house even when the main taps run dry. Read on to get tips that will help you choose the right rainwater tank that suits your needs. Check regulations Water tanks are heavy, large and they can cause harm, especially when they are not maintained or installed correctly. There are set regulations that help in ensuring that your tank is suitable and…
Plastic & (Not-So) Fantastic: What is the Manufacturing Process of Plastic and How to Recycle It?
Plastic, omnipresent in modern life, poses environmental challenges. Learn its history, production, and the need for responsible disposal.
The Next Cybersecurity Weapon: Self-Driving Cars
A new report shows that the fastest growing crime in the world is cyber-crime. Commenting on the Hiscox Cyber Readiness Report 2017, Hiscox CEO Steve Langan said that in 2016 “cybercrime cost the global economy over $450 billion, over 2 billion personal records were stolen and in the U.S. alone over 100 million Americans had their medical records stolen,” reports CNBC.
Thermally Broken Steel Windows Give More Value for Money
Modern steel windows combine aesthetics, strength, and energy efficiency. Their sleek frames and durability make them a top choice for architects.
