5 Things to Do with Recyclable Metal after a Home Remodel

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5 Things to Do with Recyclable Metal after a Home Remodel

Guest post by Kara Masterson

Even modest home improvement projects can generate a surprising amount of waste. Knowing what to do with recyclable metals can allow you to shrink your carbon footprint, reclaim some of the costs of your renovation, and help to ensure a quick and easy cleanup following your next remodel. Follow these tips to make sure that your home remodel does not negatively impact your carbon footprint. Before embarking upon any home remodeling project, it's also important to check local area codes and make sure all of your permits are up to date.

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How to Turn Broken China into a Stylish Keychain

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How to Turn Broken China into a Stylish Keychain

Guest post by Rae Steinbach

In today’s world, our waste consumption seems to be out of control. In the Western world, we consume more and own more material possessions than any society throughout history. All this stuff that we buy also gets thrown away at record rates. Perhaps this is why researchers have warned that we’re on the verge of creating a “plastic planet”.

In the midst of all this bad news, we as a society are learning to adapt and make positive changes that will benefit us – and the planet -- in the long term. One of these adaptations is “upcycling”. Upcycling refers to the process whereby something old, broken, or no longer of use is reused and turned into something new. Usually a few changes need to be made to the product to make it something else. These can occur large scale at a recycling plant or small scale at home with just some simple crafting tools and DIY knowledge.

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Effective Ways to Improve Energy Efficiency in Your Factory

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Effective Ways to Improve Energy Efficiency in Your Factory

Guest post by Kaishan USA

You usually can’t build something without breaking a sweat, and that’s why the manufacturing sector consumes more power than most other industries. According to the US Energy Information Administration, in 2019 manufacturing accounted for 32% of total energy consumption in the country. Heavy equipment and complex systems require a lot of juice to keep products moving along the supply chain. However, that doesn’t mean all of what’s used is necessary, and there are numerous ways that factories can reduce their energy use and improve the efficiency in their day-to-day operations.

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The Impact of Black Mold Exposure on Your Health

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The Impact of Black Mold Exposure on Your Health

Black mold can grow on different surfaces around your house and it might be the cause of certain health concerns without you realizing it. Therefore, you must understand what mold is and what it can do to your health and that of your loved ones. By learning about this, you can identify the signs and symptoms of mold exposure and make sure you tackle the issue before it compromises your health.

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The Philippines Goes Green, Announces Moratorium on New Coal Power Projects

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The Philippines Goes Green, Announces Moratorium on New Coal Power Projects

by Gerelyn Terzo of Sharemoney

Coal is the most common fossil fuel used to generate electricity. In the Philippines, it represents 40% of power production capacity, outpacing all other sources of energy - but it is also the dirtiest.

That’s why the Philippines Department of Energy (DOE) in November 2020 drew a line in the sand and placed a moratorium on any applications for projects on “undeveloped greenfield sites” that rely on coal. Take the Calaca power station, a 900MW coal-fired power plant located in the City of Batangas. It was on course to bolster capacity by some 700MW, plans that were subsequently nixed as a result of last year’s ban.

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Environmental Benefits of Living in a Studio Apartment

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Environmental Benefits of Living in a Studio Apartment

More than ever before, people are moving away from the countryside and into the cities. But, with the population growing rapidly every day, housing has become a real challenge, especially since most people want to live in urban areas. This rise in costs has led many city dwellers to exchange their standard homes for studio apartments, which allow them to adapt to changes, ensure affordable prices and stay at their desired location. Having less space has its cons, but it also has a lot of perks for consumers and the environment. How can living in studio apartments benefit the world around us?

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How Is the Hemp Industry Changing Agriculture?

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How Is the Hemp Industry Changing Agriculture?

The world has experienced a lot of change in recent years, and many countries allowing the sale and use of hemp are one of them. The demand for hemp has dramatically increased since the U.S legalized this herb in 2018. The Washington, D.C.-based advocacy group Vote Hemp reports that in 2018, American farmers grew 78,176 acres of hemp which represented an increase of 68,406 acres since 2016. Vote Hemp also estimated that from 2018-2019, the amount of hemp planted by American farmers increased by 455%.

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10 Tips for Physical Activity at Home

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10 Tips for Physical Activity at Home

Guest post by Kevin Nelson

(all images from Pixabay)

A home is a place where people love eating, sleeping, and doing all other lazy activities that they cannot do in the outside world. If you, too, believe in this notion, then it’s high time you change your thoughts. For every individual, being active at home is equally important for health. Keep reading for the best tips for physical activity at home!

Physical fitness has always been an integral part of healthy living. With the recent pandemic situation, building up a fit body and strong immune system has become more vital. Regular physical activity at home is very important. In this post, we have shared 10 tips on how you can stay physically active at home. Read on to know more about physical activity at home!

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6 Ways in Which Cannabis Can Improve the Quality of Life for Seniors

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6 Ways in Which Cannabis Can Improve the Quality of Life for Seniors

Do you know how the average life expectancy in the US was increased by almost 30 years between 1900 and 2000? Although these figures are about the quantity, it doesn't mean we're going to skip the quality. There's a miserable cycle of life. You grow up, get married, have children, they grow up, get married, and move out, what then? What happens after that?

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3 Reasons Why Calico Bags Are Kinder to the Environment

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3 Reasons Why Calico Bags Are Kinder to the Environment

Guest post by Hilary Wilkinson

If you haven’t heard about calico bags before, they serve as the ideal environment-friendly alternative to disposable plastic bags. Calico bags are made of plain-woven cotton fabric. Since it’s a natural material, it’s an eco-friendly and versatile product that continues to gain popularity worldwide. These bags have half-processed and unbleached cotton fibers, achieved by weaving natural cotton. The process provides the calico bags with a cream-like, raw appearance suitable for printing.

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7 Green Home Improvements to Make for a Healthier Lifestyle

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7 Green Home Improvements to Make for a Healthier Lifestyle

Guest post by Kelsey Luvisa

The beginning of a new year is a time to think about home improvement. With people across the United States spending more time at home due to COVID-19, making your space a comfortable place to spend a lot of time is important now more than ever. When you care about the environment, making improvements that are green and support a healthy lifestyle might also be on your mind. The real estate experts at HomeLight interviewed more than 1,000 agents across the United States to reveal home upgrade trends, offering some insights about updates that you should consider.

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How to Plan a Kitchen Garden: Top Tips and Ideas for 2021

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How to Plan a Kitchen Garden: Top Tips and Ideas for 2021

Guest post by Debbie Woodliffe

Wintertime in the garden is all about prep and planning for the year ahead – do you want to revamp a border or explore different plant varieties? Now is the time to get started, especially if you’re thinking of growing your lettuce, cucumber plants and other fruits or vegetables in the months ahead.

In this how-to guide, we’re going to cover:

· What is a kitchen garden?

· How to plan your kitchen garden

· How to grow carrots from seed and other crops

· Compost, layouts and other top tips to get things sprouting

· Your kitchen garden calendar

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The consequences of COVID aren't that good for the environment

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The consequences of COVID aren't that good for the environment

What do you think when you see a used disposable mask lying by the roadside? Some may say that it is not surprising and that the main thing is that the person used it. Others will see that this a sign that masks have become yet another kind of garbage polluting the environment. Whether you see it as an inevitable consequence of the necessity of using masks in this pandemic era, or it sets off alarm bells in your head, it's something we need to think about seriously.

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How to Find Eco-Friendly Clothing Options

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How to Find Eco-Friendly Clothing Options

Guest post by Bead the Change

The turn of the century has seen shoppers increasingly go for fast fashion, where they discard apparel at the end of the season to purchase new wardrobes for the next. All this is possible because the clothing is more economical. But in recent times, awareness about the impact of synthetic fibers on the planet is inspiring people to choose more eco-friendly clothing options. They’re rethinking their choices in favor of options and brands that won’t have a lasting impact on the planet.

What can you do to find more eco-friendly clothing? It’s easier than you may think.

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