Tag: Sustainable Business
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Just Add Water: Scientists Using Silicon to Produce Hydrogen on Demand
Super-small particles of silicon react with water to produce hydrogen almost instantaneously, according to University at Buffalo researchers. In a series of experiments, the scientists created spherical silicon particles about 10 nanometers in diameter. When combined with water, these particles reacted to form silicic acid (a nontoxic byproduct) and hydrogen — a potential source of…
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Guest Post: Five of The World’s Most Sustainable Hotels
As people become more and more conscious about their own impact on the environment they begin to adopt a more responsible approach towards travel which has led to a greater demand for more sustainable accommodation regardless of budget.
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Guest Post: Construction Waste Recycling – Give Your Business a “Green” Leg Up
Did you know that an average of 8,000 lbs. of waste go into landfills during the construction of a 2,000 square foot home? That’s four tons of waste! Construction waste recycling isn’t exactly glamorous, and you won’t hear about it on popular home shows, but it’s a real way you can minimize your footprint and…
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Guest Post: What Are the Environmental Benefits of Electric Floor Heating
Electric under floor heating is one of the most eco-friendly kinds of heating available today. It is very cost-effective to install and it can reduce heating bills up to 40 per cent compared to radiator systems. When electric under floor heating is installed under tile or stone floors, the floors hold the heat for long…
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Guest Post: What Are the Environmental Benefits of Electric Floor Heating
Electric under floor heating is one of the most eco-friendly kinds of heating available today. It is very cost-effective to install and it can reduce heating bills up to 40 per cent compared to radiator systems. When electric under floor heating is installed under tile or stone floors, the floors hold the heat for long…