Statistics show that now more than ever, Americans are going green by adopting environmentally friendly routines. The emergence of hybrid automobiles, xeriscaping, and solar panels all help society move toward preserving vital natural resources.
Care, Not Need–Now
| May 18, 2013
Sustainability, a word found increasingly in public conversations but poorly understood and stated, denotes the ability of a system to attain and maintain some desirable condition, but connotes a sense that the world is doing anything but that.
How Spa Treatments Can Improve Your Health
| May 16, 2013
Did you know that the stress you experience on a daily basis may be making you sick? Studies show that psychological stress can cause your body to be more susceptible to physical ailments, such as high blood pressure, obesity, high cholesterol, and even poor immune function.
Green Friendly Ways to Save Money and the Environment at Home
| May 16, 2013
People want to live a green friendly life but the extra cost can be a barrier to entry for many. Take environmentally friendly food for instance. Organic fruits and vegetables are often more expensive than those that may have been grown with harmful chemicals.
Moronic Oxymorons in the Age of Climate Change
| May 15, 2013
At 400 parts per million, the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere has reached a menacing milestone. We’ve failed to get a handle on our addiction to fossil fuel, and now we’re in desperate need of solutions for preventing runaway climate change.
The Impact of EV Solar Charging Stations on our Health (infographic)
| May 14, 2013
There’s no question that electric vehicles are the automobiles of our future. With Tesla Motors introducing quick and efficient charging stations, Electric Vehicles (EVs) are sure to continue to pop up everywhere with increasing popularity.
Spectacular Feats of Engineering
| May 13, 2013
In the latter half of the 20th century, technology has rapidly progressed, allowing mankind to build structures of unparalleled craft and engineering prowess.
Can Spices Make You Skinny?
| May 13, 2013
Spices add flavor and complexity to food as well as an impressive dose of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and medicinal qualities. Better yet, they can boost your energy levels while helping you shed unwanted pounds.
Buying an Older Home and Greening It
| May 9, 2013
My wife and I recently ended a 5-month long home search. Our parameters were a bit tight. Between budget and location, we automatically discounted a number of homes. Unfortunately, the house needed a bit of work.
Inside the World Trade System: Personal
| May 9, 2013
The idea of travelling on a cargo ship seems so far-fetched that the only way to deal with it was to make the plan work on paper and then go through with it without thinking too much about the personal implications. I had to leave myself entirely open to what might happen.
