Articles By: Stephanie
Enjoy Our National Parks
Here in the United States, its Labor Day on Monday. For many families, that means an extra day on a long weekend, right at the end of summer. What a perfect day to enjoy our National Parks!
We live in the gorgeous state of Oregon, which is filled with both a number of National Parks and [...]
Keep Our Beaches Clean and Green
We are spending Labor Day weekend at the Oregon Coast! My husband’s family has owned a house in Manzanita, Oregon for about 25-30 years. The beach is lovely and relatively secluded, but only about 20 minutes south of popular Cannon Beach.
Since Thursday afternoon, my 4 kids, 2 dogs and I have been enjoying the waves, [...]
Solar Rebates Offered by the City of Edmonton, Alberta
For residents of the City of Edmonton, the month of September is looking especially bright! A new pilot project offered by the city in the Province of Alberta, Canada promises to reduce the cost of residential solar electrical systems.
For a limited time, solar rebates offered by the City of Edmonton, Alberta will defray the cost [...]
Pacific Northwest Old Growth Forests
Old growth forests like those in the Pacific Northwest (where I live) have a critical impact on global warming. Temperate forests of Douglas fir, Redwoods, Western Hemlock and Sequoias in ranges from Northern California to Canada, can reach heights of over 131 feet. Their carbon-trapping role cannot be underestimated.
In fact, Pacific Northwest old growth forests [...]
5 Ways to Green Your Back to School Routine
Its September now, which means back to school for millions of kids! Some districts and universities have already started classes, with others beginning over the next few weeks.
While there is certainly a lot of organization and paperwork this time of year, we have 5 ways to green your back to school routine.
Save energy, money and [...]
Is Your City “Plug-Worthy”?
As auto manufacturers prepare to roll out electric vehicles starting this fall, there is a kind of match-making dance going on. Before General Motors, Nissan and Ford decide the markets in which to introduce their EVs, they have to decide whether your city is “plug-worthy.” Its sort of the, “if you build it, they will [...]
Saving Sea Otters
Its time to prepare for Sea Otter Awareness Week! This year, from September 26-October 2, 2010, Defenders of Wildlife is organizing its annal event to help raise awareness about the endangered sea otters and their importance in marine ecosystems.
Although Sea Otters are the largest member of the weasel family, they are the second smallest marine [...]
Atmospheric Electricity to Power Your Home?
Electricity is in the air! You know this is true, each time you witness a thunderstorm with bolts of lightening filling the skies. But could you use atmospheric electricity to power your home?
Researchers are working on technology that could someday draw electricity from thin air. Building on centuries of research, theories and analysis in the [...]
Meatless Monday Promotes Green Diets
Mom always said “eat your veggies,” but I wonder if she realized that a green diet is not only good for your own health, but also that of the planet? Now before you think I am going to launch into all the virtues of a vegetarian diet, hold on! From my perspective, life is too [...]
Geothermal Energy is Heating Up!
A few days ago, we published a post on residential geothermal systems. Geothermal energy is drawn from heat underground (usually steam) and can be used to heat and cool the interior of homes and buildings, as well as to heat water for tanks, pools and spas.
Did you know that the United States leads the world [...]
Simple Green Measures Adopted at Hotels
Around the world, hotels are going green. But the pace at which properties are adopting eco-friendly measures or incorporating sustainable materials into construction has slowed due to the economy.
These days, simple green measures are still being adopted at hotels. Not the more expensive environmental upgrades like solar panels and retrofits, but switches to energy efficient [...]
Geothermal Heating for Your Home
Geothermal energy – heat from deep underground – could be the next big thing in renewable energy. A recent MIT study concluded that enhanced geothermal energy systems could comprise 10% of electricity demands by 2050. Its low-cost and low-carbon emissions.
On a smaller level, geothermal heating for your home can help heat and cool your living [...]
Get a Charge Out of Portable Solar Power
Back to school shopping time! One item that should be on the list for any student that is “plugged in” to their electronic devices is a portable solar power charger.
Think about it – we spend a lot of time and energy recharging our cell phones, computers, mP3 players, GPS devices, etc. But you can save [...]
Paperless Grocery Coupons
Why didn’t someone think of this before? Paperless grocery coupons allow you to save with manufacturer’s offers and rebates without the need to clip newspaper ads. After all, I know several friends who literally subscribe to print newspaper simply because they want the coupons.
What a waste of trees and energy!
If you have customer loyalty cards [...]
Downsizing Homes is a Big Idea
With the economy still stagnating and people wondering if things will ever get back to “normal,” there is a new trend arising in the housing market.
Downsizing homes is a big idea. More and more people are making do with a smaller living space in order to save money, conserve energy and hopefully improve credit scores….
Three [...]
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Greenasium: Power Your Own Exercise Equipment!
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Enjoy Our National Parks
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Keep Our Beaches Clean and Green
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Solar Rebates Offered by the City of Edmonton, Alberta
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Pacific Northwest Old Growth Forests
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