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The 2012 Top 10 Green Employers

TheGreenJobBank published its list of Top 10 Green Employers of 2012. These employers are companies in multiple sectors of the Green Economy -renewable energy, green automotive, green building, energy efficiency, smart grid, environmental, and sustainability, that have posted the most green jobs online in 2012.   TheGreenJobBank indexes green jobs from websites of green employers, green recruiters, green non-profit organizations, green trade associations, and green job boards. Its keeps a set of quarterly and yearly statistical data by employer and by sector, that... read more

Being Green During Pregnancy

Pregnant mothers are often encouraged to shop shop shop: to “eat for two," buy and buy lots of things for the baby and to prepare, and over-prepare, for the new little person coming into their lives. For some new mothers, the question becomes: How do I do all this, while still reducing my carbon footprint? Here are a few ways that you, as well as your friends and family, can help make your pregnancy and baby-preparation as green as possible.   A Fresh, Clean, Eco-Friendly Bottom   Babies use a lot of nappies. Their little bottoms need to be changed frequently... read more

What Do I Need to Know About Gas Furnaces?

  Gas furnaces are popular amongst many home owners; especially with cold weather approaching.  Since this is a big step to take you need to carefully consider all the aspects and make an informed decision before you continue with the installation.  This has a long term consequences and your decision should not be based on pricing alone.   Safety   When gas furnaces are used, safety precautions need to be kept in mind.  Although systems are technologically advanced and much safer, gas is always potentially dangerous and should be handled with care.  Regularly... read more

Considering Renewable Energy Options for your Self-Build

Practical information for self-builders getting started with green energy   Green living is becoming easier and easier with the renewable energy industry at an all-time high. Innovative new products are emerging all the time and finally government subsidies are available to support this development. Though this is great news for consumers, the explosion of interest in renewable energy has led to saturation of contrasting information and opinion both online and off. For those who are new to eco-friendly energy – where do you start?   Self-build or... read more

Introducing the Brand New QHC LED High Bay

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Yorba Linda, Calif. (November 14, 2012) —Precision-Paragon [P2], an industry leader in energy-efficient lighting, unveiled the QHC — the newest generation of LED, high-bay lighting fixture -- during NALMCO’s 59th annual Convention and Trade Show in Rancho Mirage Oct. 14 through 17. The fixture uses the latest LED technology to provide 12,483 lumens using just 135 watts, less than 30 percent of the electricity required for an equivalent traditional metal halide fixture. The optimally designed, two-piece cast aluminum housing is smaller,... read more

Green Web Hosting Explained

  Web hosting might be a very popular service, but what exactly is green web hosting? Green web hosting refers to a hosting company that considers the environment; saving energy where possible and making use of alternative energy sources to reduce the impact on the environment as much as possible.   Using renewable energy sources are becoming more and more popular, and these are created via natural resources. Popular sources include wind power and hydroelectricity, which many web hosts are starting to use. You will find that many web hosting companies are turning... read more

Know The Best Thermostat Settings For Your Home

  It is quite unavoidable that you have to spend and make sure that your home is well heated during the challenging chilly season of winter. You can put your best thermostat settings at a fix and set it throughout the whole season. There will be debates from friends and families about the best thermostat conditions. And of course, discussions are always based on personal experiences, but it is always best to integrate figures and facts in the conversation for credible basis. After all, it is quite expensive to heat your home. The best bet would be to keep the... read more

Greening Up Your Old Vehicle

  Many people have older vehicles that have served them well throughout the years. The only problem may be that these cars are not environmentally friendly like a new car would be. Despite this sticking point, your cherished car may be worth holding on to.   Various automobile manufacturers have revealed some interesting statistics regarding carbon dioxide emissions and their eco friendly car offerings. Much of these CO2 emissions occur during the manufacturing and transportation phases of car production. This means that any vehicle may not be green enough, and... read more

LED Lighting Giving Britain Darker Skies

As the population in Britain continues to grow, and the country’s major cities expand, the issue of light pollution is becoming increasingly problematic. But light-conscious Brits are now armed with a weapon that can limit the problem of light pollution, even in the busiest areas: LED lighting.   Although on first glances light pollution (the luminous yellowish glow that sits above cities and densely populated areas) isn’t as noticeable or as distressing as other forms of pollution, its impact is just as destructive, spoiling aesthetics – and also harming a wide... read more

The Economics of Solar Energy in Hawaii

Hawaii has quietly become one of the top solar states in the US but overall market penetration in Hawaii is nowhere near where it should be. Much of this is simply basic lack of understanding of the economics of going solar in Hawaii which as you will read are favorable. The national average cost of energy for U.S. households is approximately 12 cents per kilowatt, compared to 33 cents in Hawaii. This translates to a monthly energy bill of more than $300 in the state. Typically, energy bills are determined by the rate paid per household rather than the amount of energy... read more

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