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Lufthansa trials biosynthetic fuel
Posted on January 25, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
The results are in – eco-friendly jet fuel effectively reduces CO2 emissions. A trial conducted by Lufthansa using biosynthetic fuel has shown that Biosynthetic kerosene is just as reliable as conventional jet fuel but with more positive environmental effects.
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Eco-friendly dishwasher use
Posted on January 23, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Dishwashers can be tough on the environment as a result of their high energy usage, water waste and use of chemicals such as detergents. Try the following suggestions to making your dishwashing more environmentally aware:
- Do a full load. Before loading and running the dishwasher, wait until you have a full load. This
How to reduce your freezer’s energy use
Posted on January 23, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Kitchen appliances contribute a great deal to a given household’s energy usage. One of the biggest perpetrators is the freezer, as it runs constantly. Try the following tips to reduce your freezer’s energy use, save money on your energy bill and help…
Natural ways to unblock your sink
Posted on January 23, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
A blocked sink can be an annoying task that traditionally incorporates a range of harsh chemicals to do the dirty work for you. Unfortunately these can often leak into the waterways, affecting both wildlife and nature. For a more environmentally friendly option, there are a number of natural ways to unblock the sink…
Hand-dryer vs paper towels
Posted on January 23, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
The argument between which of these is more environmentally friendly can be quite heated at times. While paper towels and hand-dryers involve about the same amount of energy, and produce the same amount of CO² over their lifetimes, in the end making paper takes more resources…
What is climate change?
Posted on January 23, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
With so much talk about carbon emissions, greenhouse gases and carbon footprints, it can be easy to get lost in the climate change debate. Put simply, the climate change theory refers to the warming of the Earth’s average temperature. This is a result of an increase of gasses in the atmosphere, enhancing the impact…
Starting an organic garden
Posted on January 23, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
One of the benefits of growing your own fruit and vegetables is that you know where your produce has come from. When you are planning to start an organic garden, the soil will need to be prepared at least one month in advance. Some commercial soils have been heat treated and…
What is the World Wildlife Fund?
Posted on December 25, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Over the years, hundreds of conservation organisations have been created, but none have been as successful or as well known as the World Wildlife Fund. From its beginnings in a small town in Switzerland in 1961, it has grown remarkably and is now active in more than 100 countries with close to five-million international supporters.…
What is sustainable furniture?
Posted on December 25, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
To live a greener lifestyle, you should keep the environment in mind when choosing any object that goes into your home, including furnishings. Choosing sustainable furniture is a great way to continue to be green around the home and encourage its practice in the average household.
Sustainable furniture is an object that is…
Tips for avoiding ‘fast fashion’
Posted on December 25, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
In the 21st century, the fashion world has proven to be a formidable force that continues to grow at an unprecedented rate. The mass consumption of fashion can be particularly unhealthy for the environment as, in some instances, it creates mass waste and carbon-emissions. This is specifically apparent in the clothing chains…
5 uses for old clothes
Posted on December 12, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
When old clothes have seen better days, it can be hard to simply throw them into the bin. You could bring your old clothing back to life with these ideas:
- Keep garments with interesting patterns and use them to make a patchwork quilt. Cut the clothing
Greener ways to kill mould
Posted on August 25, 2010 | COMMENT (1)
Mould doesn't really have a good reputation. It is not particularly nice to look at, it can break down and destroy what it grows on and it has been linked to a number of health problems. Although household bleach can kill mould successfully, there are a couple of ways you can say goodbye to mould while still being kind to the planet. Did you know vinegar…
The water bobble
Posted on September 13, 2010 | COMMENTS (6)
The bottled water craze is one that doesn’t seem to be slowing down. Fancy branded glass and plastic bottles are still finding their way into the marketplace today, decades after the craziness began. A new invention may have us shunning bottled water and…
Reviving old furniture
Posted on January 11, 2011 | COMMENT (1)
Reviving an old piece of furniture – whether it be an old family treasure or bargain unearthed at the op shop – can be a rewarding activity that will add a new point of interest to your home’s decor. Old wooden pieces can be brought back to life by sanding off any flaking paint and cleaning off any stains (there a number of ways to remove stains depending upon…
Make your own natural shower cleaner
Posted on October 24, 2011 | COMMENTS (2)
Cleaning the shower can involve the use of a lot of chemicals. To avoid this, try making your own natural shower cleaner, which can help improve the health of both the environment and your family.
For an all-purpose cleaner, mix ½ a…
Make your own laundry detergent
Posted on August 25, 2010 | COMMENTS (2)
Back in the 1960s, people would do the family laundry with some pure soap, hot water and a bit of elbow grease to get out the tougher stains. Today we have shelves of products available to us, but to get the best results some of these products rely on chemicals that may not be good for the environment.…
Natural ways to unclog your sink
Posted on October 25, 2010 | COMMENT (1)
Popular commercials suggest that the best way to tackle blocked drains is by pouring a chemical concoction down the drain. This does work but in some cases can also eat away at the lining of your pipes. Next time consider unclogging your drain using one of these natural ways.
Before…
Volunteer in your local community
Posted on August 16, 2010 | COMMENTS (0)
Partaking in volunteering activities will not only benefit the cause you choose to support, but can also directly benefit your confidence, social skills and friendships. You could subscribe to your local newspaper to keep up to date with community events and volunteering opportunities. Hone your volunteering efforts in an area that you take a personal…
Household uses for pantyhose
Posted on November 22, 2010 | COMMENTS (0)
Pantyhose are made from nylon, which is not biodegradable so when they are thrown away after they ladder or tear, they more often than not end up in landfill. Next time instead of putting your pantyhose in the bin, consider these handy uses for them around the house.
Finding a lost contact lens, back of an earring or a…
Green your garage space
Posted on February 11, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
In recent years there has been a global movement to encourage households to reduce water use in the garden, limit shower times and invest in energy-saving lights and sustainable cooking ingredients. With most of the house and yard covered – what about greening your garage? Garages often play host to a lifetime’s accumulation of belongings, old tools, household products and general bric-a-brac.
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