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Tips How To Make Vermicompost

COMPOST PITS : To begin with one compost pit would be ideal for every 100 ha plantation. The method of preparation of the compost in the pit is as follows : Dit a pit of 10 M X 5 M and 1.20 M depth. Make leaf litter and twigs available in the pla...

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Can bamboo flooring really help save the worlds’ environment

Probably not on its own, but its an excellent example of how consumers can vote with their buying dollars to sway market demand to bring more environmentally friendly products into the marketplace.Bamboo flooring is a rising trend in home flooring an...

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Necessity Of Recycling Cell Phones

Cell phones have become an integral part of modern society. It seems like everyone has one, and they use them all the time. However, many people are not aware of the negative impact that cell phones can have on the environment. Cell phones, like all ...

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Are Electricity Generating Windows the Next Big Thing in Solar Power?

Solar power has been a hot topic for years with the increasing demand for renewable energy sources. However, it has always been restricted by a lack of surface area to install solar panels. The idea to generate solar energy through windows, which are...

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5 Ways to Conserve Water

Plumbing: One great practice for residential water users is the installation of an indoor plumbing fixture which saves water. You can also replace existing plumbing equipment with another type which would use less water. Low-flow plumbing fixtures ar...

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How Do Electric Companies Produce Electricity Commercially?

Electricity is the backbone of modern civilization, and it powers everything from our homes and businesses to our cars and smartphones. While electricity can be produced from many different sources, including wind turbines, solar panels, and hydroele...

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Computer e-waste recycling now fueled by lack of Australian legislation.

Motivated by the lack of Australian government legislation and limited options available concerning the disposal of computer e-waste, IT Recyclers has initiated a much needed computer recycling service aimed primarily at Sydney business who wish to p...

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Getting Clean and Green With Electricity from Natural Energy

In recent years, the trend towards green energy has grown rapidly. As the world becomes more conscious of the impact of traditional power sources on the environment, the spotlight has turned towards cleaner and more sustainable forms of energy. One o...

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Finnish Cottage Tradition

Finnish Cottage TraditionThe origin of the log structure is uncertain. It is probable that it began in northern Europe sometime in the Bronze Age (c. 3,500 B.C.). By the time Europeans began to settle in America, there was a long tradition of using l...

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Solar Panels - Points to Consider When Purchasing

Nowadays, people are looking for more and more ways to reduce energy costs. One method, most of us use, is to reduce household electricity consumption, however, this can sometimes be very difficult. So what can we do to conserve electricity? A realis...

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