Every person who has a huge lawn must have, at one point of his life, thought of having a beautiful garden. If you have a lawn, then you might have thought of having your own garden as well. A lot of people want to have a nice flowery spot in their property, but one of the main reasons why they do not have gardens is that their knowledge about gardening is inadequate. But every person can build a garden… Read More
In the purchasing of any electrical system, there are things that have to be considered keenly. This helps a lot in the case of getting a new heating and air conditioning system, as you want it to serve your needs for quite a number of years. These systems are not cheap; however, getting your money’s worth is proven as the efficiency of the system remains constant with minimal repair… Read More
Many people think that the only way to get your lawn to look its best is to pump it full of man made synthetic fertilizers and chemicals. This is far from the truth. In fact you can have a great looking lawn with only doing a couple of simple things that are both easy on the earth and are fun to do.
The first thing that you will want to do is increase the soil profile… Read More
It is not necessary to compromise on style for a more environment friendly office. In fact, all you need is to get more aware of your options in this category. You need to think about the ways in which your office or business might be affecting nature. It is not enough to be upfront on your business ethics anymore, we all have a responsibility towards the environment as well. Sustainable products and furniture pieces that have a… Read More
When you polish off the last few sips of your soda, you might just toss the can in the trash. If you’re feeling environmentally friendly, you might toss the can in the recycling bin. But if you’re feeling environmentally friendly and creative, there are lots of ways to keep the can out of the landfill. Here are three great ideas for turning a used soda can into a beautiful, functional, eco-conscious project!
1. Show off your artistic
How solar thermal energy works
Solar thermal energy is a technology that harvests solar energy to use as heat. The sun’s radiation is converted heat by using solar collectors, and that heat is then transferred to water. Solar thermal systems are used domestically and commercially to heat hot water used in cooking, showers, faucets, laundry and process heat.
Solar thermal collector
Radiation from the sun is absorbed by solar panel collectors that contain water tubes inside. The water… Read More
Below is a list of design elements that are used in building plans for an environmentally sustainable house. Each design component shows ways of reducing the thermal effects of the outdoor environment in the house and also uses the environment for the benefit of the house.
The design elements are as follow:
Overhangs
Placing overhangs, also called awnings, over windows is essential for preventing solar heat from going through the windows. Since solar heat radiation is… Read More
Jobs in the green engineering industry involve jobs that that promote sustainable design practices in construction. These jobs usually include professionals such as mechanical engineers, electrical engineers and architects. Most renewable energy jobs in the market come from Solar PV power, but there is a myriad of jobs available in the green construction industry.
Mechanical Design Engineer
A mechanical engineer is responsible for the… Read More
If you need to add some extra lighting around your garden, then you should consider using solar powered garden lights. There are some important things to know about solar powered lights that could encourage you to make the switch and go green. They use a free, renewable energy source and are simple to install. The range of lights available is continuously increasing and you can choose from… Read More
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Natural ventilation systems rely on pressure and temperature differences to move fresh air through buildings. Air movement by pressure differences can be caused by wind and movement by temperature differences is caused by the buoyancy effect in the air. The amount of ventilation air that passes through the building depends on the size and placement of inlet and outlet openings.
Fresh air from… Read More
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Millions of drivers around the globe use a GPS to get them from A to B, with two of the more popular brands being Garmin and TomTom. What a lot a drivers don’t realize though, is that the digital maps on a GPS need to be updated regularly due to the ever-changing nature of the national road networks. Every time a new road is added, or a junction changes somewhere, that will not… Read More
In the many instances where a person or group must go ‘off-grid,’ they will be away from any discernible source of power. While this might be what they want (say, during a wilderness hiking trip), it might also be a circumstance thrust upon them. An example would include an agency entering a war-torn or tornado-lashed part of the world where various groups are searching for missing persons. Search and rescue teams will need power to aid their rescue operations and maintain safety. Batteries… Read More
Decorating your home today is a much more pleasant experience than it used to be a few years ago. We have access to so many more different accessories and styles that we can apply, so if you’re looking for a way to really make your home look interesting, you definitely have lots of options available. All you need to do is figure out what would work best for your own home, and how you can combine the different options available on the… Read More
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Waterless urinals work by using chemicals to control odor. Urine flows through the urinal drain, past a strainer that catches debris, and into a storage system that prevents odor from escaping into the room. The urine passes through an oil-based fluid, which acts as a sealing liquid to block odor, and the urine is then collected in a waste deposit below. Because urine is denser than oil, the urine… Read More
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There are many types and styles of roofing to choose from today. From natural materials like wood and slate, to man made products like asphalt and sheet metal; home owners are finding themselves having a difficult time in choosing the roofing they want. In many cases, home owners choose the roofing based on the appearance and will simply pick out a roofing style… Read More