We usually think of air pollution as a problem that occurs outdoors where power plants, factories and vehicles spew contaminants into the atmosphere. While air pollution is certainly a huge issue outside in the natural environment, it can also be …
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The world seems to get smaller with every generation as we find faster ways to get from one place to another. Our ancestors traveled on crowded ships and spent weeks at sea to get to a different country. We can …
Fireplaces used to be our main source of heat for our homes, and they’ve made a comeback in recent years. It’s easy to see why, with their romantic glow and cozy warmth that makes them perfect for a chilly winter …
The pharmaceutical industry is a major economic player, both in the United States and throughout the world. In 2016, the U.S. portion of the industry was valued at around $446 billion, and that accounts for less than half of the …
The manufacturing industry can produce a significant amount of hazardous and generic waste materials. While some of these byproducts are unusable and need to be disposed of appropriately, others can be reintegrated into everyday processes. Here are 5 benefits of …
The population of the country is continuing to grow, and with it comes the need for additional residential housing. While this need is undeniable, the impact that this growing need for housing has on the environment is equally undeniable. How …
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Green homes are a growing trend due to their environmental and economic benefits. By 2018, around 40 percent of the housing market will consist of green housing and 84 percent of all homes will have some sustainable attributes.
Are you doing enough to reduce your carbon footprint? You may be doing some good things, like recycling, turning off lights around the home and cutting off the water when you brush your teeth, but what about some of the …
No question or debate exists about whether the planet’s global climate is warming, it simply is. Meteorological data shows that quite clearly. Some people may argue the cause of it, but no matter who or what is causing climate change, …
It’s finally starting to be warm out on a regular basis. That means spring is almost here, and lots of people are getting the itch to clean up. Since this is the time of year when everyone wants to clean …
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