Foraging Walk in Central Park, NYC. Food is Growing EVERYWHERE!

If it were possible for every family on the planet to generate their own energy needs by using a DIY power system using sun, wind and even sewage, then global warming and a myriad of other environmental issues would vanish. The only way that global warming can be greatly reduced is if old-fashioned coal fueled power stations are eliminated and cars using fossil fuels are replaced with electric vehicles. The demand for oil, coal and other non renewable resources would decrease.

Many of us are wondering if we should jump on the solar panel bandwagon now or wait until better and less expensive technologies come along. Experts are saying it may be a while before we get significantly more KW hours from a solar panel and it is also unknown how long the current rebates from the government will last. With the increase in energy demands and rising electricity costs this may be the time to consider taking the plunge.

The biggest solar power plant linked to the grid will likely be constructed in West Australia’s Midwest. The WA Government is eager to pay for one-third of the cost. It is again an additional testament to the state’s commitment to have a green economy by tapping on renewable energy supply.

If you have ever sat in front of a burning fire, you know that it can be a very pleasurable experience. It is a great way to warm your home and it does reduce your electric bill.

Sometimes the only time we visit our attics is to retrieve the Christmas decorations or to investigate a burst pipe. Even the statistics about lofts are frightening. Up to 25% of the heat generated in our homes can be lost through the loft. But it doesn’t have to be like that. A simple loft conversion can transform your home and cut fuel bills at the same time.

As winter comes ever closer we start to feel blue, both with the temperatures going down and our energy consumption and costs going up! Do not despair, there is help at hand with great financial deals for adopting renewable energy sources which will help you both improve your green footprint and control your costs. You will find there are a wide variety of renewable energy sources you could choose from; wind power, solar water heating, solar electric panels and a range of heat pump options including air source, ground source and waste heat recovery systems.

Now that Halloween is finished and it is getting closer to Christmas day you may see a great deal of stores have already setup their Yuletide decors and their Xmas lamps. Adorning the Xmas tree with these lighting slowly became an critical custom during the modern era in the countries in Europe which was adopted by different nations later on. So, I am certain that one or two days from today you are merely going to get your previous Christmas lights and decorations out of your basement or obtain one from the stores.

Don’t get caught with a messy assortment of hangers in your closet. Bamboo hangers can be customized to match the theme of your bedroom.

Men and women everywhere are looking to spend more time at home either to save money or stay in from the cold. However, how often does everyone think of the roof over their head? The roof is considered one of the most essential parts of your house. It protects everything that is near and dear to us. By greening your roof, it is possible to protect those things, save money, and save the Earth.

Biochar has come to the forefront of public awareness in the past few years as a potential way to reduce the impact of increasing levels of CO2 in the atmosphere and also to improve fertility of agricultural land. Biochar is, quite simply, organic wastes which are heated until they blacken to form char – a process known as pyrolysis. This is exactly the same as when charcoal is made for barbecues or when toast burns.

The big buzz in home improvements over the past few years has been going green, and this trend is not going anywhere in the near future. How green something is considered, is now an important factor in most home-based choices. When buying a high-efficiency washing machine or energy-efficient windows, it is easy to know you are making a green improvement for your home.

When it comes to the conservation of environment, some of the most effective and important steps can be taken right at home. It’s a common misconception that you can’t do anything about saving the planet at the household level.