Organic Fertilizers



With the mounting concern for health and environment, consumers are now getting more conscious as to the quality of the food they buy from the grocery store.  As chemicals from fertilizers become a global concern for their carcinogenic effects, more and more people are buying organic fruits, vegetables and meat.  These products are grown using organic fertilizers and undergo very  little or zero chemical processing.  But what is organic fertilizer in the first place?

Organic fertilizer is defined as naturally occurring fertilizers or naturally occurring mineral deposits like saltpeter.   Examples of organic fertilizer include manure, slurry, worm castings, peat, seaweed, humic, guano and humic.

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Simple Ways to be energy efficient and save money



The effects of the financial crisis can still be felt world wide and people everywhere are looking for ways to save money.  But did you know that there are small ways you can save at home and at the same time do your bit for Mother Earth while living green and saving some cash?

Check out these eco friendly energy efficient solutions.

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Reasons to go Solar



As the earth reels from the effects of global warming, scientists are scrambling with ways to completely shift from fossil fuel to a more sustainable and earth friendly alternative.  So here are the reasons as to why Solar is the best alternative to man’s seemingly inexhaustible demands for more energy.

1.    Reliability – The sun has been around for millions of years and scientists believe that it will still be there for millions more.  The sun has long been venerated by ancient civilizations because of its life giving properties.  Remember the saying ‘as sure as day’?  Well, as the sun rising each day seems to be a good enough guarantee that the sun will be there tomorrow.

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Eco Friendly Cars



Are you familiar with the Toyota Prius?  How about the Tesla Roadster?  These automobiles are known around the world because they are friendly and green alternatives to the cars running around our cities today.

The concept of an electric car is not a new one.  When Henry Ford first ventured into automobile making one of his earlier models was a steam powered automobile.  Porsche even had an electric car in the early 1900’s that won the Exelberg Rally in 1901.

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How Schools Can Promote Eco Consciousness



Our days spent in school will surely influence us as a person one way or another. Good or bad experiences, they are bound to affect our ability to respond to what’s happening around us. For many years, our minds were molded by our professors, teachers and even our peers in school. With that said, what better way to induce eco awareness in our children than having them learn about it in schools?

The good news is, more and more schools are now creating programs solely intended for eco consciousness. Environmental experts say that it’s only a matter of initiative. Encouraging students to take part in something that is important—and to see their respected teachers doing them—will surely help create eco awareness amongst the community. Here are some suggestions on how to lessen or reduce your school’s ecological footprint:

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