Archive for February, 2009

Eco Friendly Jute Bags – Paper Bags Back in Demand

Eco Friendly Jute Bags – Paper Bags Back in Demand
By Arshad Iqbal
With the Delhi government in India imposing a ban on the use of plastic bags, eco-friendly options like jute bags and paper bags are back in demand. The move, as expected, is hailed by many, as most of us are aware of the toxic [...]

Be Surprised – Things in Our Everyday Lives Are Damaging Our Environment

Be Surprised – Things in Our Everyday Lives Are Damaging Our Environment
By Jean Cannon
Food is responsible for 37% of our greenhouse emissions and transport is 10%. The same study suggested that if we reduce our red meat consumption by 150 gm per week it is equivalent to leaving your car off the road. I had [...]

Shine a Green Light on Your Business

Shine a Green Light on Your Business
By Barbara Sanchez-Reichert

According to the Census Bureau there are 304,995,583 people living in the United States. Each individual puts a strain on the planet’s resources, creating a “carbon footprint.” The cumulative effect of everything one does, buys, eats, et cetera, will last beyond their lifespan and affect future generations.
The [...]

Healthy Rivers And Healthy People

Healthy Rivers And Healthy People
By Akram Saqib
Rivers are to the area as the kidneys are to a human. If these are not healthy the whole area would suffer. The first and foremost illness would be the dehydration and who do not know the ill effects of lack of water in the body? Water scarcity would [...]

On the lighter side…It’s Not That Easy Being Green by Kermit

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