After my previous post on waste-water heat reclamation, I’ve been a little more conscious of all the energy that I’m losing down the drain. So today, while taking a shower, I put the stopper in the drain. My reasoning was that I could heat my toes a little before letting the water go. Much to [...]
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The 2010 Vancouver Olympics will be starting soon on February 12th, and though the Olympic Cauldron hasn’t yet been lit, there are still a lot of interesting things going on! This year’s Olympic organizers appear to have put a great deal of thought into improving the sustainability of the event. From partnering with indigenous peoples to attempting [...] Compact Flourescent Light (CFL) bulbs are one of the more ubiquitous signs of the green movement. They save energy, money, and Home Depot gave them away for free on the most recent Earth Day. What’s not to love about CFLs? Well, for some people, its the mercury in them. You may [...] Most of us have seen the Energy Star symbol before. Whether hopefully gazing at big screen monitors at the store or replacing a recently departed water heater, that little blue icon can be found on plenty of home electronics and appliances. When I see it, I assume that whatever I’m buying uses energy [...] Happy Memorial Day! While taking a moment to remember those Americans who have died in service to their country, I hope we are also enjoying food, friends, and family this weekend. For those of use fortunate enough to have a day of sunshine, it is also a good time to start taking a look at photovoltaic [...] |
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