An Environmentally Friendly Blog|Information on Going Green and Eco-Friendly Products
Sep
30
Filed Under (Clean Fuel) by Eco Friendly Advisor
Daniel Millions asked:
One of the great things we hear about FuelBoost Diesel Additive is that it helps clean up the diesel being used in vehicles. Diesel that is cleaner leads to far fewer maintenance issues over time and a longer life for your vehicles. In other words, it’s a very good thing for automobile owners who are hoping to achieve a maximum lifespan for their automotive investments (and who isn’t really?).
The trouble with fuel is that there are other issues at hand other than the quality of the fuel or the effect that fuel has on your automobile. As more people are making efforts to become good neighbors on a global scale we are turning our attention to our oil consumption and our dependency on foreign oil and other fuels that are not as easily replenished.
One consequence of this is that we are beginning to use alternative fuel sources more and more often in automobiles, farm equipment, and tractors. This is great for the environment though not as often so great for the inner workings of your average diesel vehicle.
If you are concerned about being a good neighbor, another way of doing this is by using your vehicles a little bit longer. You can still use the alternative fuels that leave a less noticeable impact on the earth while minimizing the emissions that are produced by these vehicles, using less fuel, and prolonging the life of your vehicles, tractors, and farm equipment. One simple way of accomplishing that goal is by using fuel additives for diesels such as FuelBoost Diesel Additive.
Older vehicles often run less efficiently. This is part of the problem and one of the main reasons that older vehicles often have poorer emissions ratings than newer vehicles. It is also one of the main reasons that older vehicles have a tendency to burn more fuel than newer vehicles. They aren’t able to work at maximum efficiency and this means that they waste fuel, burn fuel, and end up mucking up the inner workings far more often than would be expected in newer automobiles.
Biodiesel and other alternative sources of fuel are often seen to be dirty fuels by comparison, at least that is what the big oil companies would have you believe. If you add FuelBoost at every fill up you will find that the quality of even the alternative fuel sources can see great improvement.
If you want to see a noticeable difference in efficiency and gas mileage in your vehicle track your mileage with a few fuel ups before beginning to use FuelBoost Diesel Additive in your automobile. The change in performance, power, efficiency, gas mileage, and emissions should be adequate proof of how well this product works.
If it makes this kind of impact in the first few uses, imagine the impact it could have if you use it each and every time you fill your fuel tank whether you are using traditional fuel or alternative fuels to carry you well into the future.
ZACHARY
One of the great things we hear about FuelBoost Diesel Additive is that it helps clean up the diesel being used in vehicles. Diesel that is cleaner leads to far fewer maintenance issues over time and a longer life for your vehicles. In other words, it’s a very good thing for automobile owners who are hoping to achieve a maximum lifespan for their automotive investments (and who isn’t really?).
The trouble with fuel is that there are other issues at hand other than the quality of the fuel or the effect that fuel has on your automobile. As more people are making efforts to become good neighbors on a global scale we are turning our attention to our oil consumption and our dependency on foreign oil and other fuels that are not as easily replenished.
One consequence of this is that we are beginning to use alternative fuel sources more and more often in automobiles, farm equipment, and tractors. This is great for the environment though not as often so great for the inner workings of your average diesel vehicle.
If you are concerned about being a good neighbor, another way of doing this is by using your vehicles a little bit longer. You can still use the alternative fuels that leave a less noticeable impact on the earth while minimizing the emissions that are produced by these vehicles, using less fuel, and prolonging the life of your vehicles, tractors, and farm equipment. One simple way of accomplishing that goal is by using fuel additives for diesels such as FuelBoost Diesel Additive.
Older vehicles often run less efficiently. This is part of the problem and one of the main reasons that older vehicles often have poorer emissions ratings than newer vehicles. It is also one of the main reasons that older vehicles have a tendency to burn more fuel than newer vehicles. They aren’t able to work at maximum efficiency and this means that they waste fuel, burn fuel, and end up mucking up the inner workings far more often than would be expected in newer automobiles.
Biodiesel and other alternative sources of fuel are often seen to be dirty fuels by comparison, at least that is what the big oil companies would have you believe. If you add FuelBoost at every fill up you will find that the quality of even the alternative fuel sources can see great improvement.
If you want to see a noticeable difference in efficiency and gas mileage in your vehicle track your mileage with a few fuel ups before beginning to use FuelBoost Diesel Additive in your automobile. The change in performance, power, efficiency, gas mileage, and emissions should be adequate proof of how well this product works.
If it makes this kind of impact in the first few uses, imagine the impact it could have if you use it each and every time you fill your fuel tank whether you are using traditional fuel or alternative fuels to carry you well into the future.
ZACHARY
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Sep
27
Filed Under (Green Products) by Eco Friendly Advisor
Rachel Betzen asked:
An eco-friendly backyard may have vibrant greens of native grasses bending to gentle breezes, and splashes of flowering color alongside a quiet place to relax. Our outdoor spaces are just as important as the space created inside the home. Nature needs patches of land, however small, where she can renew herself with native plants and natural organic care. Humans also need outdoor spaces in which we can relax and renew ourselves. Creating or expanding an environmentally focused landscape is an ideal way to help nature out, while providing a special backyard sanctuary that can be enjoyed for years to come.
To bring an environmental focus to your landscape, start from the ground up, first addressing what goes into the soil, surrounding plants, and into the air. One of the most important things you can do to green the outside of your home is make the switch to using natural and organic fertilizers and pesticides. This is especially important if you are growing plants for food or have children or pets that spend time in your yard.
A healthy lawn will benefit from fertilizing or mulching once or twice a year, in the spring and again in the fall. Organic fertilizers build the health of your plants naturally, and could make them more resistant to pests.
When plants are healthy and growing in good soil with strong sunlight, there is less need for pesticides. When you must use a pesticide, choosing a homemade or organic one will give you a safer place to walk through the grass, and peace of mind knowing that the run-off from rains will not contain the dangerous chemicals from your lawn and plants.
Caring for your lawn in an environmentally friendly way has a lot to do with what you don’t do to your grass. When we choose to water and mow lawns in conjunction with nature, it is less work for us humans and helps our yard develop it’s own natural beauty. Watering your lawn infrequently and deeply when it is beginning to show signs of drought will help the grass develop strong roots and better compete with the weeds, which tend to have more shallow roots. Wait until the grass is beginning to curl or turn yellow, and then provide a good half-inch of water. Wait an hour for the water to soak in, and then repeat.
Mow the lawn with the blades on the highest setting; then taller grass can shade out competing weeds and grow healthier. Leave the lawn clippings spread evenly over the grass to add nutrients and further shade out weeds the natural way.
Once you have turned your lawn into an eco-friendly haven, next turn to other aspects of the landscape, including plants, animal habitat and water features. Filling your outdoor space with native plants not only provides a more natural feel to the space, but also makes it easier on the gardener. Native plants are typically more drought tolerant and will grow better in your area, requiring less maintenance. Take into account the amount of sunlight and ease of watering when you choose areas for planting.
Just as plants provide habitat for backyard critters, areas of brush, small woodpiles or thick bushes also make a great home for the animals that are attracted to our eco-yards. Adding water features such as a fountain, small pond or birdbath will attract and keep a wider array of wildlife. Birdhouses and bird feeders are an addition that creates a more inclusive environment for a variety of birds and other animals.
Once your outdoor space has been transformed into an eco-friendly haven for plants and animals, complete the process by further making the space pleasing and inviting to people. Green or environmental companies offer an array of outdoor living products. You may find patio furniture made from sustainably harvested teak or recycled materials, or a hammock constructed of recycled items. Look for a wind chime made from more environmentally friendly aluminum that is built to last, or add solar lighting to complete the landscape.
Co-op America maintains the Green Pages, a nationwide list of extensively screened environmental and socially responsible stores, which makes the task of searching for green companies much easier. Whatever additions you make to complete your eco-friendly backyard, you will be helping the environment through these committed companies, all while doing your part to green your own little piece of earth.
LYDIA
An eco-friendly backyard may have vibrant greens of native grasses bending to gentle breezes, and splashes of flowering color alongside a quiet place to relax. Our outdoor spaces are just as important as the space created inside the home. Nature needs patches of land, however small, where she can renew herself with native plants and natural organic care. Humans also need outdoor spaces in which we can relax and renew ourselves. Creating or expanding an environmentally focused landscape is an ideal way to help nature out, while providing a special backyard sanctuary that can be enjoyed for years to come.
To bring an environmental focus to your landscape, start from the ground up, first addressing what goes into the soil, surrounding plants, and into the air. One of the most important things you can do to green the outside of your home is make the switch to using natural and organic fertilizers and pesticides. This is especially important if you are growing plants for food or have children or pets that spend time in your yard.
A healthy lawn will benefit from fertilizing or mulching once or twice a year, in the spring and again in the fall. Organic fertilizers build the health of your plants naturally, and could make them more resistant to pests.
When plants are healthy and growing in good soil with strong sunlight, there is less need for pesticides. When you must use a pesticide, choosing a homemade or organic one will give you a safer place to walk through the grass, and peace of mind knowing that the run-off from rains will not contain the dangerous chemicals from your lawn and plants.
Caring for your lawn in an environmentally friendly way has a lot to do with what you don’t do to your grass. When we choose to water and mow lawns in conjunction with nature, it is less work for us humans and helps our yard develop it’s own natural beauty. Watering your lawn infrequently and deeply when it is beginning to show signs of drought will help the grass develop strong roots and better compete with the weeds, which tend to have more shallow roots. Wait until the grass is beginning to curl or turn yellow, and then provide a good half-inch of water. Wait an hour for the water to soak in, and then repeat.
Mow the lawn with the blades on the highest setting; then taller grass can shade out competing weeds and grow healthier. Leave the lawn clippings spread evenly over the grass to add nutrients and further shade out weeds the natural way.
Once you have turned your lawn into an eco-friendly haven, next turn to other aspects of the landscape, including plants, animal habitat and water features. Filling your outdoor space with native plants not only provides a more natural feel to the space, but also makes it easier on the gardener. Native plants are typically more drought tolerant and will grow better in your area, requiring less maintenance. Take into account the amount of sunlight and ease of watering when you choose areas for planting.
Just as plants provide habitat for backyard critters, areas of brush, small woodpiles or thick bushes also make a great home for the animals that are attracted to our eco-yards. Adding water features such as a fountain, small pond or birdbath will attract and keep a wider array of wildlife. Birdhouses and bird feeders are an addition that creates a more inclusive environment for a variety of birds and other animals.
Once your outdoor space has been transformed into an eco-friendly haven for plants and animals, complete the process by further making the space pleasing and inviting to people. Green or environmental companies offer an array of outdoor living products. You may find patio furniture made from sustainably harvested teak or recycled materials, or a hammock constructed of recycled items. Look for a wind chime made from more environmentally friendly aluminum that is built to last, or add solar lighting to complete the landscape.
Co-op America maintains the Green Pages, a nationwide list of extensively screened environmental and socially responsible stores, which makes the task of searching for green companies much easier. Whatever additions you make to complete your eco-friendly backyard, you will be helping the environment through these committed companies, all while doing your part to green your own little piece of earth.
LYDIA
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Sep
25
Filed Under (Going Green) by Eco Friendly Advisor
slt012 asked:
i mean i could eat the cabbage soup but without the green pepper. it is ok? please anyone know or have tried it w/o the green pepper and the result is still the same.. thank a lot
STEFANIE
i mean i could eat the cabbage soup but without the green pepper. it is ok? please anyone know or have tried it w/o the green pepper and the result is still the same.. thank a lot
STEFANIE
Sep
23
Filed Under (Clean Fuel) by Eco Friendly Advisor
Paul Fezziwig asked:
Americans demonstrated their concerns over middle eastern energy dependence on fossil fuels and rising gas prices with a landslide defeat of Republican energy policies. These concerns are inextricably linked to fuel efficient cars and cleaner alternative fuels. The Democrats big win was a major bolster to green cars and alternative fuels.
Among the most striking politcal changes is the chairman of the Environment and Public Works Committee. Previously it was Republican James Inhofe, who referred to global warming as “the greatest hoax ever perpetrated on mankind,”. Now Barbara Boxer is in, a California Democrat who strongly advocates mandatory cuts in greenhouse gas emissions.
A close second to the most striking changes is in the House Resources Committee. Jerry McNerney, a California Democrat and wind-energy executive, will replace the current Republican chairman, Richard W. Pombo, who fought to open public lands to private interests.
Fuel efficient standards are emerging as a major political topic. Fuel-efficiency has declined during the past decade for nine of the 13 major manufacturers selling vehicles in the United States, according to a new study by the Consumer Federation of America.
Money losing U.S. automakers say that they can’t compete with fuel efficient imports as they suffer from a more than $1,000-per-vehicle disadvantage of higher costs for health insurance and pensions and therefore require government bailouts. This argument is continuing to lose steam though as profitable companies like Honda now produce more than 80% of their vehicles in the US and Canada.
Democrat Edward Markey has proposed raising combined light truck-car standards to an average of 33 miles per gallon by 2016 models. Democrat Barack Obama proposed increasing the average to 40.5 mpg for passenger vehicles and 32.6 mpg for the light-truck category, which includes SUVs, by 2020. Jerry McNerney, who defeated Pombo in California, says he will “dramatically increase the fuel efficiency of new vehicles.”
Fuel efficiency and energy independence is already taking a foothold in the next presedential election as likely Republican presidential candidate John McCain of Arizona and Democrat/Independent Joseph Lieberman of Connecticut both wish to address global warming. This will put even more pressure on the current Bush administration to cooperate with the Democrats as the Republicans look to avoid another blowout.
The future is definitely looking a little greener.
JERROD
Americans demonstrated their concerns over middle eastern energy dependence on fossil fuels and rising gas prices with a landslide defeat of Republican energy policies. These concerns are inextricably linked to fuel efficient cars and cleaner alternative fuels. The Democrats big win was a major bolster to green cars and alternative fuels.
Among the most striking politcal changes is the chairman of the Environment and Public Works Committee. Previously it was Republican James Inhofe, who referred to global warming as “the greatest hoax ever perpetrated on mankind,”. Now Barbara Boxer is in, a California Democrat who strongly advocates mandatory cuts in greenhouse gas emissions.
A close second to the most striking changes is in the House Resources Committee. Jerry McNerney, a California Democrat and wind-energy executive, will replace the current Republican chairman, Richard W. Pombo, who fought to open public lands to private interests.
Fuel efficient standards are emerging as a major political topic. Fuel-efficiency has declined during the past decade for nine of the 13 major manufacturers selling vehicles in the United States, according to a new study by the Consumer Federation of America.
Money losing U.S. automakers say that they can’t compete with fuel efficient imports as they suffer from a more than $1,000-per-vehicle disadvantage of higher costs for health insurance and pensions and therefore require government bailouts. This argument is continuing to lose steam though as profitable companies like Honda now produce more than 80% of their vehicles in the US and Canada.
Democrat Edward Markey has proposed raising combined light truck-car standards to an average of 33 miles per gallon by 2016 models. Democrat Barack Obama proposed increasing the average to 40.5 mpg for passenger vehicles and 32.6 mpg for the light-truck category, which includes SUVs, by 2020. Jerry McNerney, who defeated Pombo in California, says he will “dramatically increase the fuel efficiency of new vehicles.”
Fuel efficiency and energy independence is already taking a foothold in the next presedential election as likely Republican presidential candidate John McCain of Arizona and Democrat/Independent Joseph Lieberman of Connecticut both wish to address global warming. This will put even more pressure on the current Bush administration to cooperate with the Democrats as the Republicans look to avoid another blowout.
The future is definitely looking a little greener.
JERROD
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Sep
21
Filed Under (Green Products) by Eco Friendly Advisor
Sam D’Costa asked:
The drive to save the planet from pollution is on and everybody is doing their bit. In this age marked by a heightened awareness about environmental issues, there is an all round effort to go green, stop environmental pollution and save the planet we live in. We are taking a fresh look at industries and commercial organizations, which have long been blamed, to varying extents, for polluting the environment and depleting the earth’s natural resources. We are evaluating our actions and trying to understand the harmful impact
Speaking of industries, the printing industry is surprisingly one of the most harmful ones. Let’s face it, printing services are still in much demand everywhere, even in this electronic era. The proliferation of digital technology and the prospect of ‘paperless’ offices have done little to lessen its popularity. Printing jobs are still widely sought after today and printing presses everywhere are brimming over with a steady flow of orders everyday.
The flip side of the picture is rather disturbing. Like most other production operations, printing houses also produce harmful wastes that pollute the air we breathe in and also put a great drain on precious natural resources. Printing houses emit what are known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), caused by the use of petroleum-based inks, laminates, varnishes and adhesives. Studies show that these compounds, when inhaled, greatly increase the risk of asthma attacks. Consequently, measures are being adopted by many printers worldwide to comply with existing regulations and adopt environment-friendly practices. The goal is to switch over to eco-friendly printing.
Eco-friendly printing has a larger scope than many would realize. What is important to realize is that the issue of conservation is no less important than the need to stop polluting the environment. The essence of eco-friendly is in finding the perfect balance between the two. One would be astonished to learn that paper and printing industry ranks fourth among manufacturers on the scale of energy usage. Paper production, the electricity used for factory operations, as well as the actual printing process, demands plenty of fossil fuels. It is easy to understand the huge strain that conventional printing puts on the planet and her natural resources.
The answer to end this destruction is to switch over to eco-friendly printing. Certified eco-friendly printing services keep track of the total energy usage and implement strategies that reduce the harmful impact brought about by their businesses on the environment. Eco-friendly printing is actually all about being a ‘sustainable’ printing process. Eco-friendly printing carefully plan operations to minimize electricity use, curb the drain on natural resources and source paper from companies certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) which is synonymous with well-managed forests that adhere to strict environmental standards. It also means recycling and reusing paper and other supplies whenever possible.
Where can we fit into this picture? The answer is easy. We can start by trying to send all our printing jobs to eco-friendly printers. There is no dearth of such printers offering eco-friendly printing services. Printers such as Bacchus Press have successfully implemented eco-friendly, ‘green’ measures into every aspect of their printing process.
The bottomline is, premium quality printing jobs need not be accomplished at a cost to the environment. With eco-friendly printing, you can get all your printing done to your complete satisfaction and yet stay ‘green’ all the way.
STERLING
The drive to save the planet from pollution is on and everybody is doing their bit. In this age marked by a heightened awareness about environmental issues, there is an all round effort to go green, stop environmental pollution and save the planet we live in. We are taking a fresh look at industries and commercial organizations, which have long been blamed, to varying extents, for polluting the environment and depleting the earth’s natural resources. We are evaluating our actions and trying to understand the harmful impact
Speaking of industries, the printing industry is surprisingly one of the most harmful ones. Let’s face it, printing services are still in much demand everywhere, even in this electronic era. The proliferation of digital technology and the prospect of ‘paperless’ offices have done little to lessen its popularity. Printing jobs are still widely sought after today and printing presses everywhere are brimming over with a steady flow of orders everyday.
The flip side of the picture is rather disturbing. Like most other production operations, printing houses also produce harmful wastes that pollute the air we breathe in and also put a great drain on precious natural resources. Printing houses emit what are known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), caused by the use of petroleum-based inks, laminates, varnishes and adhesives. Studies show that these compounds, when inhaled, greatly increase the risk of asthma attacks. Consequently, measures are being adopted by many printers worldwide to comply with existing regulations and adopt environment-friendly practices. The goal is to switch over to eco-friendly printing.
Eco-friendly printing has a larger scope than many would realize. What is important to realize is that the issue of conservation is no less important than the need to stop polluting the environment. The essence of eco-friendly is in finding the perfect balance between the two. One would be astonished to learn that paper and printing industry ranks fourth among manufacturers on the scale of energy usage. Paper production, the electricity used for factory operations, as well as the actual printing process, demands plenty of fossil fuels. It is easy to understand the huge strain that conventional printing puts on the planet and her natural resources.
The answer to end this destruction is to switch over to eco-friendly printing. Certified eco-friendly printing services keep track of the total energy usage and implement strategies that reduce the harmful impact brought about by their businesses on the environment. Eco-friendly printing is actually all about being a ‘sustainable’ printing process. Eco-friendly printing carefully plan operations to minimize electricity use, curb the drain on natural resources and source paper from companies certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) which is synonymous with well-managed forests that adhere to strict environmental standards. It also means recycling and reusing paper and other supplies whenever possible.
Where can we fit into this picture? The answer is easy. We can start by trying to send all our printing jobs to eco-friendly printers. There is no dearth of such printers offering eco-friendly printing services. Printers such as Bacchus Press have successfully implemented eco-friendly, ‘green’ measures into every aspect of their printing process.
The bottomline is, premium quality printing jobs need not be accomplished at a cost to the environment. With eco-friendly printing, you can get all your printing done to your complete satisfaction and yet stay ‘green’ all the way.
STERLING
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Sep
20
Filed Under (Green Products) by Eco Friendly Advisor
Kim Klaver asked:
So, you can’t get people to buy your product or service? Before you go forward another minute with your business, ask yourself:
Would you use your product/service if you were not selling it, yes or no?
Be honest with yourself.
If yes, ask for and find people in the right niche – those who feel like you do already or who know those sorts – like looking for a tennis partner in a new town.
If not, look for a product line or service to market that you DO love and that you would use even if you weren’t selling it.
If you don’t love what you sell madly, you will come across like well, just a ‘professional sales type’ – someone who’s selling for it the money. Would you want to buy from someone like that?
I’d rather buy from an amateur- someone who is ga ga about something and is telling me about it because they love it themselves first, and I know they are interested and knowledgeable about that kind of thing anyway.
Think an environmentalist marketing earth-friendly cleaning products.
When someone doesn’t have genuine, strong feelings about the thing they’re selling, we all know it, don’t we? Faked ‘excitement’ becomes transparent in a New York minute.
Who wants to be perceived as one of those types?
P.S. Here’s that distinction between professional and amatuer which I love so madly…
“Amateur is not below professional. It’s just another way of doing [business/media]. The root of the word amateur is love, and someone who does something for love is an amateur. Someone who does something to pay the bills is a professional. The amateurs have [more integrity than] the professionals. If you’re an amateur you have less conflict of interest and less reason not to tell your truth than if you have to pay the bills and please somebody else.”
MABEL
So, you can’t get people to buy your product or service? Before you go forward another minute with your business, ask yourself:
Would you use your product/service if you were not selling it, yes or no?
Be honest with yourself.
If yes, ask for and find people in the right niche – those who feel like you do already or who know those sorts – like looking for a tennis partner in a new town.
If not, look for a product line or service to market that you DO love and that you would use even if you weren’t selling it.
If you don’t love what you sell madly, you will come across like well, just a ‘professional sales type’ – someone who’s selling for it the money. Would you want to buy from someone like that?
I’d rather buy from an amateur- someone who is ga ga about something and is telling me about it because they love it themselves first, and I know they are interested and knowledgeable about that kind of thing anyway.
Think an environmentalist marketing earth-friendly cleaning products.
When someone doesn’t have genuine, strong feelings about the thing they’re selling, we all know it, don’t we? Faked ‘excitement’ becomes transparent in a New York minute.
Who wants to be perceived as one of those types?
P.S. Here’s that distinction between professional and amatuer which I love so madly…
“Amateur is not below professional. It’s just another way of doing [business/media]. The root of the word amateur is love, and someone who does something for love is an amateur. Someone who does something to pay the bills is a professional. The amateurs have [more integrity than] the professionals. If you’re an amateur you have less conflict of interest and less reason not to tell your truth than if you have to pay the bills and please somebody else.”
MABEL
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Sep
20
Filed Under (Going Green) by Eco Friendly Advisor
negroni77 asked:
I would like to buy this converse, it is white with black rubber and pink, green racing stripes, and its lining is green.
BRYAN
I would like to buy this converse, it is white with black rubber and pink, green racing stripes, and its lining is green.
BRYAN
Sep
18
Filed Under (Going Green) by Eco Friendly Advisor
Moonbaby3 asked:
Do you even know what going green means? Do you know that if you don’t know, that is could be the difference between you living your whole life or you children and their children’s children being here on earth. This is a test to see if you know what it means and what you ae doing about it!
Okay, need more feedback from city folk like from LA or Chicago etc.
BRYCE
Do you even know what going green means? Do you know that if you don’t know, that is could be the difference between you living your whole life or you children and their children’s children being here on earth. This is a test to see if you know what it means and what you ae doing about it!
Okay, need more feedback from city folk like from LA or Chicago etc.
BRYCE
Sep
18
Filed Under (Green Products) by Eco Friendly Advisor
Simon Churchgate asked:
Let’s face it; eco-friendly printing is the way to go today. In spite of all the technological advancements and the promise of digital, paperless offices, printing services are still among the most sought after services. Even in this age of electronic communication and ubiquitous digital glory, mankind has not been able to fully shrug off the need for paper. Printing jobs are still in need and printing presses everywhere are keeping busy with a steady influx of orders everyday.
This is also an age where mankind has become more aware and responsible for his actions towards the environment. There is a conscious effort everywhere to go green, stop environmental pollution and save the planet we live in. This new heightened awareness has necessitated the need to take a fresh look into industries and commercial organizations, which have long been blamed, to varying extents, for polluting the environment and depleting the earth’s natural resources. We have also started to think how such harmful effects can be diminished and keep the planet green.
Like most production operations, printing houses also produce harmful wastes. Printing houses produce what are known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), caused by the use of petroleum-based inks, laminates, varnishes and adhesives. Studies have shown that these compounds, when inhaled, greatly increase the risk of asthma attacks. As a result, measures are being adopted by many printers worldwide to comply with existing regulations and adopt environment-friendly practices.
However, this is only half of what “eco-friendly printing services” are really all about. The issue of conservation is no less important than the need to stop polluting the environment. Eco-friendly printing is all about a successful merging of the two.
It is surprising to learn that the paper and printing industry ranks fourth among manufacturers in the amount of energy used. Producing paper and the electricity used for factory operations, as well as the actual printing process, demand lots of fossil fuels. Printers, thus, put a major strain on the planet, draining her natural resources in alarming magnitude.
A certified eco-friendly printing company keeps track of the total energy usage and implements strategies for offsetting the environmental impact of their businesses. Its goal is to be a “sustainable printer”, meaning the company will be carefully planning operations to minimize electricity use, put a lighter drain on natural resources and source paper from companies certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) which is virtually synonymous with well-managed forests that adhere to strict environmental standards. It also means recycling and reusing paper and other supplies whenever possible. That’s what “green printing” is all about, and this constitutes the real essence of an eco-friendly printing company.
By choosing eco-friendly printing company for all our printing needs, we can show that we really care about our environment and act as responsible citizens of the planet. It’s always comforting to know that we’re doing our part to protect and conserve the environment. It’s also reassuring to know that our printing requirements will not endanger the earth by adding toxins and harmful pollutants, or by depleting natural resources. Everybody should insist on printing green. After all, we all owe it to the planet that we can call home in this vast universe. Sending all our printing jobs to a certified eco-friendly printing company can go a long way in helping conserve the environment and ensure a greener tomorrow for our children.
MAJOR
Let’s face it; eco-friendly printing is the way to go today. In spite of all the technological advancements and the promise of digital, paperless offices, printing services are still among the most sought after services. Even in this age of electronic communication and ubiquitous digital glory, mankind has not been able to fully shrug off the need for paper. Printing jobs are still in need and printing presses everywhere are keeping busy with a steady influx of orders everyday.
This is also an age where mankind has become more aware and responsible for his actions towards the environment. There is a conscious effort everywhere to go green, stop environmental pollution and save the planet we live in. This new heightened awareness has necessitated the need to take a fresh look into industries and commercial organizations, which have long been blamed, to varying extents, for polluting the environment and depleting the earth’s natural resources. We have also started to think how such harmful effects can be diminished and keep the planet green.
Like most production operations, printing houses also produce harmful wastes. Printing houses produce what are known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), caused by the use of petroleum-based inks, laminates, varnishes and adhesives. Studies have shown that these compounds, when inhaled, greatly increase the risk of asthma attacks. As a result, measures are being adopted by many printers worldwide to comply with existing regulations and adopt environment-friendly practices.
However, this is only half of what “eco-friendly printing services” are really all about. The issue of conservation is no less important than the need to stop polluting the environment. Eco-friendly printing is all about a successful merging of the two.
It is surprising to learn that the paper and printing industry ranks fourth among manufacturers in the amount of energy used. Producing paper and the electricity used for factory operations, as well as the actual printing process, demand lots of fossil fuels. Printers, thus, put a major strain on the planet, draining her natural resources in alarming magnitude.
A certified eco-friendly printing company keeps track of the total energy usage and implements strategies for offsetting the environmental impact of their businesses. Its goal is to be a “sustainable printer”, meaning the company will be carefully planning operations to minimize electricity use, put a lighter drain on natural resources and source paper from companies certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) which is virtually synonymous with well-managed forests that adhere to strict environmental standards. It also means recycling and reusing paper and other supplies whenever possible. That’s what “green printing” is all about, and this constitutes the real essence of an eco-friendly printing company.
By choosing eco-friendly printing company for all our printing needs, we can show that we really care about our environment and act as responsible citizens of the planet. It’s always comforting to know that we’re doing our part to protect and conserve the environment. It’s also reassuring to know that our printing requirements will not endanger the earth by adding toxins and harmful pollutants, or by depleting natural resources. Everybody should insist on printing green. After all, we all owe it to the planet that we can call home in this vast universe. Sending all our printing jobs to a certified eco-friendly printing company can go a long way in helping conserve the environment and ensure a greener tomorrow for our children.
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James Nash asked:
With gas prices continuing to stay high, many people are looking at other fuel options, such as, for example, diesel fuel. Ethanol is another alternative fuel option that can also save you some money at the pump.
Ethanol, grain alcohol made mostly from corn in the U.S., has seen a resurgence in interest lately, including new federal mandates to produce at least 36 billion gallons of biofuels by 2020. Most ethanol today is blended into gasoline in a mixture called E10, 10 percent ethanol to 90 percent gasoline. All new cars can use E10.
More controversial is a small amount that is blended into a mixture of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline called E85, which only a small percentage of cars can use without damage to their fuel systems.
Engineers are developing ways to make ethanol out of material other than food stocks, such as wood chips and old tires. This cellulosic ethanol will be needed to meet upcoming mandates for ethanol production, and will work in cars the same way corn ethanol does.
More than 7 million vehicles today can run on E85, and new biorefineries are increasing capacity. This has the added benefits of reducing dependence on foreign oil.
However, using ethanol as an alternative fuel source has a number of disavantages: firstly, cars running on E85 get 27 percent worse fuel economy than they do on gasoline, and less than 1 percent of U.S. gas stations currently sell E85. Secondly, federal fuel economy credits for ethanol may actually be reducing fuel economy in cars overall. And thirdly, increasing demand for ethanol has been blamed for driving up food prices.
The main problem, however, with ethanol is that the majority of engines on the road today are not designed for it. One exception is the Saab 9-5 Biopower engine, which IS optimized for ethanol. It outperforms gasoline, getting 20% more power, 16% greater torque, and 10% better mileage. The Lotus Exige 265E gets 45 more horse power on E85 than it gets on gasoline. Within the next two years, Suzuki, Ford, GM and numerous other car makers will introduce engines which exploit the advantages of ethanol for (a) its higher octane, (b) faster flame speed, (c) lower burn temperature (d) less heat loss, and most importantly (e) for its compatibility with water.
Our system of blending 15% gasoline into ethanol is not necessary. Ethanol can be denatured without using gasoline. That was how politicians created an incentive for oil companies to distribute ethanol, by giving them a 51 cent per gallon tax credit to blend it with gasoline. The problem is, ethanol performs better when it’s mixed with water rather than gasoline. This is called hydrous ethanol.
This is nothing new. In the 1920’s, the model A Ford cars and trucks ran on 165 proof ethanol, 17.5% water and 82.5% ethanol. Recently, a Hyatt Community College engine testing team lead by instructor Frank Petri, mixed 20% water with pure ethanol, and efficiency in the combustion chamber doubled. When the ethanol explodes, the water instantly turns into additional power in the form of steam and also provides hydrogen and oxygen inside the cylinder. Next year, Ford is introducing the EcoBoost engine, which may also have advanced ethanol technology that improves efficiency even more. Brazil has been using 4% hydrous ethanol for years.
John Roseby, Mechanical Engineer, University of Missouri said: From 1981 to 1989, I worked with Sean Hanley, who had been an engineer on a WW II submarine, and a former captain of a nuclear submarine. We developed two prototype cars, a Ford Pinto Station Wagon and a Mitsubishi Sedan, that ran as well on 65 proof ethanol (2/3 water and 1/3 ethanol) as they did on unleaded regular gas.
So if we can dilute pure ethanol with 2/3 water and run our vehicles on it, why aren’t we doing that? Its coming. The State of Louisiana is now planning an experimental hydrous ethanol program that may also be replicated in other states. Dongfeng, a major Chinese auto maker is introducing a car this year, with a slightly modified fuel system, that runs on 65% ethanol and 35% water. They claim hydrogen is formed. Toyota also has a similar hydrous ethanol prototype that produces on board hydrogen.
The argument that ethanol is inferior to diesel and gasoline is not valid. Pure ethanol has higher octane, faster flame speed, lower burn temperature which translates into less heat loss, and most importantly, it mixes with water. With advanced engine technology, it can outperform gasoline 2 to 1 or better. Major automakers are scheduled to produce smaller, lighter, high compression, turbocharged ethanol optimized engines that are a lot more efficient than current gasoline and diesel engines. The fuel will be cheaper, cleaner and made in the USA.
If you prefer an ethanol powered fuel cell, the Tacton Direct Proton Fuel Cell developed by Pinto University’s Research Park in Savannah, Georgia is about $2,000, only 1/10 the price of a hydrogen fuel cell. No need to compress hydrogen into ultra high pressure hydrogen tanks, which increases the cost of the fuel and the vehicle. Put safe and friendly ethanol in your conventional liquid fuel tank. Maybe that’s why Toyota is building ethanol plants in Brazil, and GM is investing in ethanol development in the U.S. They must know something we don’t know about ethanol.
HIPOLITO
With gas prices continuing to stay high, many people are looking at other fuel options, such as, for example, diesel fuel. Ethanol is another alternative fuel option that can also save you some money at the pump.
Ethanol, grain alcohol made mostly from corn in the U.S., has seen a resurgence in interest lately, including new federal mandates to produce at least 36 billion gallons of biofuels by 2020. Most ethanol today is blended into gasoline in a mixture called E10, 10 percent ethanol to 90 percent gasoline. All new cars can use E10.
More controversial is a small amount that is blended into a mixture of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline called E85, which only a small percentage of cars can use without damage to their fuel systems.
Engineers are developing ways to make ethanol out of material other than food stocks, such as wood chips and old tires. This cellulosic ethanol will be needed to meet upcoming mandates for ethanol production, and will work in cars the same way corn ethanol does.
More than 7 million vehicles today can run on E85, and new biorefineries are increasing capacity. This has the added benefits of reducing dependence on foreign oil.
However, using ethanol as an alternative fuel source has a number of disavantages: firstly, cars running on E85 get 27 percent worse fuel economy than they do on gasoline, and less than 1 percent of U.S. gas stations currently sell E85. Secondly, federal fuel economy credits for ethanol may actually be reducing fuel economy in cars overall. And thirdly, increasing demand for ethanol has been blamed for driving up food prices.
The main problem, however, with ethanol is that the majority of engines on the road today are not designed for it. One exception is the Saab 9-5 Biopower engine, which IS optimized for ethanol. It outperforms gasoline, getting 20% more power, 16% greater torque, and 10% better mileage. The Lotus Exige 265E gets 45 more horse power on E85 than it gets on gasoline. Within the next two years, Suzuki, Ford, GM and numerous other car makers will introduce engines which exploit the advantages of ethanol for (a) its higher octane, (b) faster flame speed, (c) lower burn temperature (d) less heat loss, and most importantly (e) for its compatibility with water.
Our system of blending 15% gasoline into ethanol is not necessary. Ethanol can be denatured without using gasoline. That was how politicians created an incentive for oil companies to distribute ethanol, by giving them a 51 cent per gallon tax credit to blend it with gasoline. The problem is, ethanol performs better when it’s mixed with water rather than gasoline. This is called hydrous ethanol.
This is nothing new. In the 1920’s, the model A Ford cars and trucks ran on 165 proof ethanol, 17.5% water and 82.5% ethanol. Recently, a Hyatt Community College engine testing team lead by instructor Frank Petri, mixed 20% water with pure ethanol, and efficiency in the combustion chamber doubled. When the ethanol explodes, the water instantly turns into additional power in the form of steam and also provides hydrogen and oxygen inside the cylinder. Next year, Ford is introducing the EcoBoost engine, which may also have advanced ethanol technology that improves efficiency even more. Brazil has been using 4% hydrous ethanol for years.
John Roseby, Mechanical Engineer, University of Missouri said: From 1981 to 1989, I worked with Sean Hanley, who had been an engineer on a WW II submarine, and a former captain of a nuclear submarine. We developed two prototype cars, a Ford Pinto Station Wagon and a Mitsubishi Sedan, that ran as well on 65 proof ethanol (2/3 water and 1/3 ethanol) as they did on unleaded regular gas.
So if we can dilute pure ethanol with 2/3 water and run our vehicles on it, why aren’t we doing that? Its coming. The State of Louisiana is now planning an experimental hydrous ethanol program that may also be replicated in other states. Dongfeng, a major Chinese auto maker is introducing a car this year, with a slightly modified fuel system, that runs on 65% ethanol and 35% water. They claim hydrogen is formed. Toyota also has a similar hydrous ethanol prototype that produces on board hydrogen.
The argument that ethanol is inferior to diesel and gasoline is not valid. Pure ethanol has higher octane, faster flame speed, lower burn temperature which translates into less heat loss, and most importantly, it mixes with water. With advanced engine technology, it can outperform gasoline 2 to 1 or better. Major automakers are scheduled to produce smaller, lighter, high compression, turbocharged ethanol optimized engines that are a lot more efficient than current gasoline and diesel engines. The fuel will be cheaper, cleaner and made in the USA.
If you prefer an ethanol powered fuel cell, the Tacton Direct Proton Fuel Cell developed by Pinto University’s Research Park in Savannah, Georgia is about $2,000, only 1/10 the price of a hydrogen fuel cell. No need to compress hydrogen into ultra high pressure hydrogen tanks, which increases the cost of the fuel and the vehicle. Put safe and friendly ethanol in your conventional liquid fuel tank. Maybe that’s why Toyota is building ethanol plants in Brazil, and GM is investing in ethanol development in the U.S. They must know something we don’t know about ethanol.
HIPOLITO
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