Environment
The Tragedy Still Lingers For Victims Of Natural Disasters
In recent years we have all seen the tremendous devastation that has been caused by natural disasters that no one could see coming or put a stop to. The floods, fires, and tornadoes across our country and others have taken a toll of families and their homes. I [read more...]
Living Off The Grid - You Can Do It Yourself
One thing that I tell people over and over is that they can make their own conversion to renewable energy. It’s not really as hard as you think, and it doesn’t cost nearly as much as you hear on the news. When people ask me how we managed to move o [read more...]
Living Off The Grid - You Can Do It Cost Effectively
I can’t go one day without hearing something on the news about green energy. I’m sure that many of you hear the news about how we all need to ‘go green’ or the planet will die. The problem with the news is that they tell you it’s [read more...]
Living Off The Grid - 2 Years to Energy Independance
16 long years ago my family decided to completely change their lifestyle. I didn’t understand exactly why my parents wanted to live differently then everyone else, but now that I’m older I understand better. They were forward thinkers. My father co [read more...]
Living Off The Grid - My Story
Now that living off the grid is such a hot topic with todays energy prices more and more people are asking me questions about how they too can live off the grid.
My story begins 16 years ago when my parents decided they wanted to get out of the day to d [read more...]
Biodiversity Hot Spots and What Threatens Them
Almost every region of the world has at least one biodiversity hotspot, with a worldwide total of 34 mapped and recorded. These hotspots contain our richest biological treasures, but are the most at risk from human and natural abuses.
A biodiversity hot [read more...]
Are You A Nature Helper? Try Composting!
Composting is the natural breakdown by microbes of organic material to a dark, loose and “earth-like” substance. Composting is a simple, natural, and nearly effortless method for recycling yard trimmings, such as leaves and grass, into a wonderf [read more...]
The Intensity Of Floods: Are You Prepared?
When a flood comes it can tear down buildings, houses, and trees. It can bring up the nasty stuff in the sewer and bring it in your house. It can have gas, oil, and electric poles in it, which are dangerous for you. It can take the ground out from underneath y [read more...]
Why are Electric Cars Becoming Popular Once Again?
Electric automobiles are not recent inventions. They have been around for a very long time. In fact, back in the early 1900s, more electric vehicles were being driven than gasoline-powered vehicles. During the early 1920s when vehicles were becoming very popul [read more...]
Critical Steps to Take When a Hurricane Warning is Issued
The National Hurricane Center issues a Hurricane Warning when a Tropical Storm or Hurricane is expected to strike your area within the next 24 hours.
When a Hurricane Warning is posted there are several important steps to take immediately to ensure your [read more...]
