How Modern Technology is Making Automobiles More Green and Clean Than EverSome people might see a car as simply a mode of transportation that gets you from one place to another, but the truth is that a car is an expression of the driver. At the moment, more people are looking to buy green-friendly vehicles than ever before. Some are doing this because green-friendly cars are more cost-efficient while others are concerned about emissions that end up hurting the planet. The following are a few ways that modern technology is making automobiles greener and cleaner. (more…)

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has becomeIt was a true delight to interview R. James Woolsey, Jr. for the “national security” chapter in my first book, Renewable Energy–Facts and Fantasies. Here’s a highly principled fellow who has served under four U.S. presidents in this arena, culminating with his leadership of the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency from 1993 – 1995. I don’t think there was another 60-minute segment in my life in which I learned more.  (more…)

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How to Create a More Energy Efficient HomeIn today’s world, keeping costs down is important and this is especially crucial for new homeowners. If the utility payments get out of hand, it is very easy to fall behind on all your bills. To alleviate some of the utility costs, consider what you can do and what tools can be used to make your home more energy efficient. Here are some tips for cutting back on energy use and how to make life at home a lot easier. (more…)

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Hot Times in U.S. PoliticsI needed to take a fairly long drive today, which enabled me to listen to a number of news radio shows, among which was a discussion on how President Obama will be regarded by history. (more…)

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Making your facility more energy-efficient requires a multi-pronged approach. From the heating and air conditioning to the plumbing, resources can be maximized at every step. These actions offer long-term energy efficiency solutions.

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Insights Into the Transportation IndustryContinued thanks to my colleague Fritz Maffry for his regular contributions, including some terrific insights.  Here’s another installment. -ed

Ford is now readying a spend plan of $5 billion for electric vehicle development. That is a great sum, and they are projecting a huge shift in market. Remember, Mercedes recently said they are on track for an $11 billion investment.  Both are signalling that they see a market transition away from internal combustion vehicles over the next 15 years. (more…)

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Isaac Newton Offers a Few Words To the WiseIt’s the birthday of Sir Isaac Newton, whose work completely reversed virtually everything that was believed about the universe before he arrived on the scene in the 17th Century.  Newton was also quotable, as scientists often are; he said: “Truth is ever to be found in simplicity, and not in the multiplicity and confusion of things.”

What a wonderful reminder, as we try to make sense of all the apparent complications in our world today.  (more…)

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Sustainable Hospitals(Note: The woman pictured here is my wellness counselor, Terra Gold–one of the most compassionate and competent people I’ve ever met. – ed)

One of the key roles of a hospital administrator is to run a cost effective facility and while this can sometimes interfere with efforts to operate an environmentally friendly institution, there are other ways to go green without spending extra money. (more…)

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Ebikes

An electric bike is used just like a traditional bicycle, as essentially it’s exactly like a traditional bicycle to which we have mounted motor and a battery. Simply due to this an electric bike can be just as green as any regular bike. What’s important is it remains green even while using its electric functions. Let’s take a closer look at why they’re green and why we should use them. (more…)

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How to Make Your Family's Move Less WastefulMoving can be a pain and can cost a lot you a lot of money. It can also take a toll on the earth if you aren’t careful. Luckily, this does not always have to be the case. In fact, the following tips will help make your move a little less wasteful and more green.

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