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Sustainability applies to many fields, from food to fuel, from economic development to species survival. This guide covers several different aspects of the question of sustainability, including some that you can implement in your own home.
The Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes (DJSI) monitor the financial performances of the top sustainability-focused companies across the globe. The indexes are a composite of Read More
Green energy investors are individuals or companies who make an investment in green energy technology to further its research and development. Learn about the role of green Read More
Green energy companies vary from large corporations, who are experimenting with wind energy, to small local efforts making a difference one step at a time. Learn about Read More
The ocean has some of the most plentiful and untapped natural resources still left on Earth. In addition to the billions of fish and other edible animals harvested each Read More
Bamboo flooring has grown in popularity throughout the 21st century. This is due to the perceived environmental benefits of bamboo and also because of the unique look this Read More
New Urbanism is also called the smart growth movement. It is a set of development principles that create more attractive livable communities. The philosophy is the Read More
New Urbanism is a design movement that tries to combine the traditional neighborhood feel of decade's past with the accommodations that make life in this modern-day world a Read More
Solar energy has come a long way since the 1970s. It is accepted as a renewable, domestic source for energy, being used in appliances such as water heaters and light Read More
The technical term for a solar cell is a photovoltaic cell, where "photo" means light in Greek , and "voltaic" means electrical. The presence of light energy was first Read More
If you’ve ever been in a cave, you’ve learned the reason why geothermal heating and cooling can be so effective. Below six feet, the earth tends to retain the environment's Read More
Geothermal uses thermal heat from the earth's crust---including magma heat, radioactive decay of minerals and solar heat absorbed into the earth---to create usable power. Read More
Being carbon neutral is synonymous to being environmentally friendly. However, there are certain criterion that you must meet to qualify as a carbon neutral supporter. Read More
Global warming is an increase in the Earth's average temperature. Humans have contributed to global warming through the burning of fossil fuels, clearing land and other Read More
Global warming is one of the biggest challenges facing us. There are a number of steps we can take in our food choices to lessen our individual carbon footprints. Read More
A tankless water heater is a viable option to consider when adding a second water heater or replacing an outdated model. Tankless water heaters produce hot water on Read More
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