How To Make The Future Earth Green

Conserve Electricity by...

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...using powerstrips. It provides quality protection for your home electrical devices...

...avoiding the so called "octopus wiring". It can led to a serious fire once the outlet is overloaded...

...using energy saving devices. Not only does it saves energy, it also saves you money...

...pulling electrical plugs off the socket. Being on stand-by doesn't really mean your appliance is not using electrical energy, it does. And so it is wise to pull them off if you intend not to use them for a considerable amount of time...

...avoiding cellphone overcharge. Additional hours of charging will not add to your battery's uptime if it is already full.

Use LCD Monitors because...

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...an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor is compact, space saving, and ergonomic...

You can save up to 80% of your working space by using LCD monitor. Then you can organize your table for more efficient use. If you have less space to work on this is a great option.

...is is light, flexible, and very mobile...

You can put it anywhere you want in the table and you can twist, tilt, position, and orient it anyway you want.

...it is energy efficient...

The wattage of a common CRT monitor ranges from 125-150 when in use (about 30 when asleep) while an LCD monitor ranges from 30-60 watts when in use (about 3-5 watts when asleep).

...it is cost-effective...

Considering the up-front cost or the cost of ownership against the long-term cost, LCD monitors have high up-front costs but offers low long-term costs because of lower level of energy consumed.

...it produces less strain to the eyes...

Compared to CRTs, which can emit radiation, LCD produces less fatigue to its users.

Conserve Electricity by... (Refrigerators)

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...using new fridges (they are more efficient and econnomical).A 15-year-old fridge could cost up to $150 a year in extra energy costs to run.

...making sure the door is always closed (also avoid opening it unnecessarily). The more you open it frequently the more energy it takes to keep the inside temperature cool).

...checking the gasket once in a while (fridge uses more energy when there is a leak in the door.)

...regular defrosting (Allowing frost to build up more than 1/4 inch will make them run less efficiently.)

...checkin' out all the listed items below.

Use Water Wisely by... (part 2)

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...recycling water. Water used in washing dishes or in food preparation can be used to water plants. When you think of conserving water you can think of ways to recycle it and/or use it in the most economical way...

...washing the car in the lawn, which also means you don't need to water the lawn anymore...

...washing dishes in a basin instead of using running water...

...using broom to clean your garage, sidewalk, or driveway instead of using water spray. Washing a sidewalk or driveway with a hose uses about 50 gallons of water every 5 minutes...

...watering the garden early in the morning or late in the afternoon, because evaporation is less during these times.

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Our Mother Earth...

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...isn't she beautiful?...

...isn't she worth saving?...

...isn't she worth protecting?...

...isn't she magnificent?...

...isn't she wonderful?...

...(aren't they stunning?)...

Use Water Wisely by... ( part 1 )

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...organizing laundry schedule (wait until you've met the recommended capacity of the washing machine)...

...fixing leaky pipes or dripping faucets...

...putting faucet aerators on sink faucets...

...using new toilet set that uses less than 1.6 gallons per flush (better yet, put a brick inside the toilet tank)...

...turning off faucet while soaping hands, shaving, and/or brushing your teeth...

Use Rechargeable batteries, because...

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...of course, it can be recharged many times (These batteries can be restored to full charge by the application of electrical energy. In other words, they are electrochemical cells in which the electrochemical reaction that releases energy is readily reversible. Low-capacity Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries (1700-2000 mAh) can be charged for about 1000 cycles, whereas high capacity NiMH batteries (above 2500 mAh) can be charged for about 500 cycles.[64] Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) batteries tend to be rated for 1,000 cycles before their internal resistance increases beyond usable values.), which...

...(upon investing on a kit) can actually save you money when used instead of one-time-use disposable batteries. (by recharging batteries instead of buying new ones)...

...can minimize battery wastes(he widespread use of batteries has created many environmental concerns, such as toxic metal pollution. Primary batteries can only be used once because they use up their chemicals in an irreversible reaction. Secondary batteries can be recharged because the chemical reactions they use are reversible; they are recharged by running a charging current through the battery, but in the opposite direction of the discharge current)...

...if you own a solar cell kit, you can charge it for free (The Solar Energy is a potent alternative source. It can be tapped without draining its energy).

( usb rechargeable batteries )

So why not try some green batteries today!

Use Bicycle, because....

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...it can keep you fit, provided you ride it everyday and you enjoy doing it...

...it has no harmful emissions...

...it is economical, It uses only human pedal power...

...it can be easily maneuvered through tight corners and narrow alleys...

...it can spark friendships by riding along with fellow bicycle enthusiasts.

Visit The Bicycle Store and feel the awesome satisfaction of riding your own bike!

Use Compact Fluorescent Lamp, because...

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(By the way, a compact fluorescent lamp (CFL), also known as a compact fluorescent light bulb (or less commonly as a compact fluorescent tube [CFT]) is a type of fluorescent lamp. Many CFLs are designed to replace an incandescent lamp and can fit in the existing light fixtures formerly used for incandescents.)

...it has low-energy consumption(Up to 80% energy savings over standard incandescent bulbs).

...it has long lifespan(Modern CFLs typically have a lifespan of between 6,000 and 15,000 hours, whereas incandescent lamps are usually manufactured to have a lifespan of 750 hours or 1,000 hours).

...it is safe(Most are equipped with fuse and encased in flame-retardant plastics).

...it is cost-saving(In addition to the above savings on energy costs, the average life of a CFL is between 8 and 15 times that of incandescents.[19] While the purchase price of a CFL is typically 3 to 10 times greater than that of an equivalent incandescent lamp, the extended lifetime (less lamps to replace and reduced labor) and lower energy use will compensate for the higher initial cost in many applications).

...and it comes in different shapes and sizes(and colors, perhaps).

(A Black CFL)

Plant Trees, because...

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...it's roots can prevent soil erosion...

Soil erosion is actually a natural process, but it can be accelerated with human activities. Its natural causes are wind and water by downward movement caused mainly by gravity while human activities like excessive logging and road building can do as much damage but at a faster rate. One of the main causes of erosive soil loss in the year 2006 is the result of slash and burn treatment of tropical forest. When the total ground surface is stripped of vegetation and then seared of all living organisms, the upper soils are vulnerable to both wind and water erosion. In a number of regions of the earth, entire sectors of a country have been rendered unproductive. Shifting cultivation is a farming system which sometimes incorporates the slash and burn method in some regions of the world.
One effective way to prevent soil erosion is by planting trees.

*Trees cover land areas and so the soil beneath it is protected from being washed away.
*Trees break rainfall and strong gusts of winds therefore preventing much damage and decreases the soils vulnerabity to erode.

...it can absorb tons of water...

The main force which draws water from the soil and through the plant is
caused by a process called transpiration. Water evaporates from the leaves
and causes a kind of 'suction ' which pulls water up the stem. The water
travels up the vessels in the vascular bundles and this flow of water is
called the transpiration stream. The water vapour passes by diffusion
through the air spaces in the mesophyll and out of the stomata. It is this
loss of water vapour from the leaves which is called transpiration. The cell
walls which are losing water in this way replace it by drawing water from
the nearest vein. Most of this water travels along the cell walls without
actually going inside the cells. Thousands of leaf cells are evaporating
water like this and drawing water to replace it from the xylem vessels in
the veins. As a result , water is pulled through the xylem vessels and up
the stem from the roots. This transpiration pull is strong enough to draw up
water 50 metres or more in trees.

...it can be a very good shade...

Shade trees are effective in reducing the energy used in cooling homes. Some of the most popular shade trees are oaks, maples, ashes, lindens, and elms.

Things to look for when choosing a shade tree include deciduousness, coverage, longevity, and the ability of the roots to damage foundations.

A common use of shade trees is for leisurely sitting and relaxation. People of all ages partake of this, especially retired persons.

Shade trees, as any vegetation, can add to privacy in a garden by obstructing the view. However, in cool climates, an abundance of shade trees may lead to an overly dark and moist environment in a building and the garden surrounding it.

...it takes in Carbon Dioxide and gives off Oxygen...

Photosynthesis is the process by which organisms that contain the pigment chlorophyll convert light energy into chemical energy which can be stored in the molecular bonds of organic molecules (e.g., sugars). Photosynthesis powers almost all trophic chains and food webs on the Earth.

The net process of photosynthesis is described by the following equation:

6CO2 + 6H2O + Light Energy = C6H12O6 + 6O2

This equation simply means that carbon dioxide from the air and water combine in the presence of sunlight to form sugars; oxygen is released as a by-product of this reaction.

...and as an added bonus, you can enjoy it's fruits...

Fruits provide lots of vitamins and minerals needed in our daily healthy living. They can be consumed as it is, turned into juice, dried, preserved, and a lot more. So why not order live trees today! or you can give the gift of trees.