This week’s tip is to unplug electronics when not in use. Some electronics like T.Vs use electricity as long as a power cord is plugged in, even if the device is turned off. This happens because a T.V and similar devices have a standby mode, which allows them to turn on quickly. That means that even if a device is turned off, it still uses electricity, unless the power cord is unplugged. Unplug cords to help save electricity, and to help save the Earth. It’s that simple.
Many people are shifting to renewable and clean energy to power up their homes, due to the fact that they can help keep the environment clean and healthy while spending less money on electricity. People switching to solar power are presented with a choice to either stay on the grid with a grid-tied solar system,…
The clothes we wear aren’t always good for our planet or the people in it. From harmful cotton farming practices to toxic chemical additives, most clothing brands have a large negative impact on the environment. But, you can be a part of the change. By switching to sustainable clothing, you can help make a difference…
Many people think that a car engine takes a lot of fuel to start up, which is why they don’t shut off their engine for a short period of time. However, that’s not true. The engine on for about 10 seconds equals shutting off and turning on the engine. Therefore, shut the engine off if the period…
The bottled water industry has grown rapidly over the past few years. Today, the convenience of disposable water bottles means that we can find bottled water almost everywhere we go. It’s no question that plastic bottles (and bottled water) are bad for the environment. Not only do they require a lot of energy to manufacture,…
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Water is a renewable resource. We all know about the water cycle, where water on Earth gets circulated and recycled naturally. So, why is it so important for us to conserve water if it gets naturally recycled? And, why are there places like California, USA that keep on suffering water shortages? The short answer is…
Americans drink 97 billion bottles of bottled water each year. And, this number is still increasing rapidly year after year. Bottled water is deemed by many as a safer, tastier, and higher quality alternative to tap water. But, is this really the case? As a matter of fact, tap water is actually just as safe as…