Monthly archive - November 2012

Alternative Electric Suppliers Lower Electric Bills

Alternative Electric Suppliers Lower Electric Bills

Alternative electric suppliers can offer choice in an often one sided conversation. Lowering electric bills and using renewable energy source can often be a positive side effect as well. Understand the top reason you should consider making the switch

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How Turbidity Curtains Work

How Turbidity Curtains Work

You may have seen them around construction sites, rivers or similar, but never knew what they were called until now. Let’s explore how the simple turbidity curtain can help keep our precious freshwater clean from silt and construction debris. Take a moment to learn about the different types of turbidity curtains and how they work.

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Geothermal Energy Facts: Understanding How Geothermal Power Works

Geothermal Energy Facts: Understanding How Geothermal Power Works

Understanding geothermal energy facts is the first step in helping create a sustainable future. While geological reasons may limit this renewable energy’s proliferation, it doesn’t mean we shouldn’t exploit it where possible. Learn more about geothermal energy and how it works today.

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Startup Company from Massachusetts to Double Solar Cell Efficiency

Startup Company from Massachusetts to Double Solar Cell Efficiency

An engineering firm has located a potential solution to help drive the cost of solar panel installations down. By improving efficiency with the use of nanowires, more energy can be produced with less panels. This is one of the many new advancements in solar energy production that should be on your watch list.

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Tips for Sustainable Home Decorating

Tips for Sustainable Home Decorating

Redecorating your home opens a world of design possibilities. Not only is it a chance to be creative with your space, but more environmentally-friendly. These tips will help you learn about the possible products and materials to consider for creating a healthier, sustainable home environment.

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Developments That Could Help in the Quest for Clean Water

Developments That Could Help in the Quest for Clean Water

The struggle for clean drinking water is far too common, leading to health concerns and sometimes death in impoverished nations, it is even a concern here in the U.S. With so many technological advances, fresh and clean water can now be made available to anyone, though more help is needed.

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The Future of Driving: Solar Powered Roads

The Future of Driving: Solar Powered Roads

Solar powered roads may sound like science fiction, but if one engineer has his way it will be a reality sooner than you may think. The idea is viable and solar roads may soon come to a town near you.

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