The Orlando, Fl public bus service, Lynx, has purchased from Waste Management 5 solar powered trash compactors to reduce their garbage costs, Highlights from an Orlando Sentinel article, Costing $5,500, the “BigBelly” is a computerized, solar-powered compactor that, supporters say, … Continued
If you are fed up with the hot temperatures and the recession this summer, please read(or listen to the audiobook as we did) the great novella “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho. What a tremendous little book and a must read … Continued
We live in Florida and use the air conditioning way too much Research SEER ratings when purchasing a new air conditioning system for your home.Also don’t assume a larger unit will necessarily give you more cool. It is important to … Continued
Here’s a short review of a book that is a collection of essays and poetry offered by Florida based writers entitled “Unspoiled” that speaks of how oil drilling could change the Florida as we know it. Last November a network … Continued
Here are selections from a great article on how the power of the US government could immediately begin to force America to become more green. Let the crazies that pass you on the Interstate in a Ford F 250 going … Continued
Shale based gas has been cited as a possible source of a more US based solution to oil and gas supply for the future. The problem is that it may have too many drawbacks to offer the consistent supply that … Continued
What are the concrete steps needed to make your home more green. Here are some steps performed by a builder in central Fla that may be worth considering if you are ready to build or retrofit your home. WHO:Paul Fallman … Continued
An oft overlooked part of reusing manufactured items is that the requirement for more manufactured items to replace the ones you dispose of is delayed. In the case of some items such as rechargeable batteries the delay could be years. … Continued
Being Green in Mechanical System Design and Implementation should include most of the following: Low Energy Use: -High thermal efficiency -High distribution efficiency -Low or no standby heat loss -Interior comfort that reduces occupant-induced waste energy … Continued
Here are the tools for you to do your own personal assessment of home energy use.Any family considering a life either off the grid or using less energy must first assess how much electricity they use currently and how simple … Continued
