In today’s world, there are many reasons to search for alternative sources of energy. Environmental concerns, high oil prices, and dependency on foreign oil has many looking into the renewable energy of biofuel. Several countries, including the U.S., already use the biofuels of ethanol and biodiesel, but many are looking [...]
No matter what country you live in, we only have one planet. Therefore, sustainability and the state of our earth’s environment is a global conversation. In the last few decades, many nations and communities are taking steps to reduce their impact on the planet. Take a look at how the [...]
As the world increases focus on the environment and sustainability, the search has intensified for alternative sources of energy that are clean and renewable. One such alternative is found in something that covers 70% of our planet: oceans. More than 1,000 years ago, Europeans used ocean tides to operate grain [...]
As people are becoming more aware of the importance of using eco-friendly energy sources to save our environment, they are starting to think of using a renewable energy source. Renewable energy sources are collected from renewable resources such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, waves, and geothermal heat. As you learn [...]
Fall is officially here on September 23rd which means cooler temperatures, tree leaves changing colors, and giant swings in temperature depending on where you live. It could be 55 degrees in the morning and 80 degrees by the afternoon. This can make it hard to know how to keep your [...]
Maryland has put protecting the environment at the forefront of its mission. While it’s a big challenge, this state is up for it. They are developing alternative energy sources, reducing harmful emissions, and generating a cleaner and brighter future–all while creating jobs at the same time. What does it take [...]
The time has come to start preparing to send the kids back to school, which means buying supplies, updating clothing, and planning lunches. It also means you have a great opportunity to teach your kids about how to help with a clean environment. There are lots of things you can [...]
Biomass, as a general term, is a renewable source of energy that comes from organic plant, animal, or human matter that can be captured, burned, and utilized as fuel. Solid biomass such as garbage can be burned to produce heat. Biomass that is converted into a gas, such as landfill [...]
Are you looking for ways to get your whole family involved in your efforts to create a more sustainable lifestyle? By spreading awareness among our family members and raising our children to be mindful of how their actions impact the environment, we can work together to create a cleaner, greener, [...]
Propane and natural gas are similar fuels used for cooking, heating, and powering anything from vehicles to electronics. Sometimes the two terms are used interchangeably, but propane and natural gas certainly have a long list of differences. If you’re trying to decide between using either propane or natural gas at [...]