The concept of sustainability has become important as we try to live in harmony with our environment. It calls for changes in many areas of our lives including how we build and furnish our homes. In particular, a sustainably built kitchen can result in many benefits to a home- owner. This article examines some factors that contribute to a sustainable kitchen.
Words: 730 Downloads: 0 Category: Environmental By: Kay WicksThe article discussess a recent decision by the Food and Drug administration to hold off banning BPA use by the food industry. It gives the pros and cons of this chemical, including possible health risks.
Words: 521 Downloads: 0 Category: Environmental By: Marlene GarciaResearchers reviewed early Arabic writings in the area of Iraq and found evidence of previously cold periods and even of snow. This is a brief story intended as a new item.
Words: 237 Downloads: 0 Category: Environmental By: Sean MitchellThese days everyone is looking for ways to become more environmentally friendly. There are a number of easy and inexpensive ways to do so and this article will highlight some of them. Following certain tips will even help to keep some of those hard-earned dollars in your wallet.
Words: 649 Downloads: 0 Category: Environmental By: Linda CourtneyAnimals very rarely attack people yet there is great social fear of these events, and inappropriate responses when they do occur. This is due to a combination of our fictional concepts of predators imbuing the real animals with motivations or abilities they do not have, and also a failing of an implied "social contract" between humans and hunters. The intraction of culture and biology create a flawed view of predators in our world.
Words: 1051 Downloads: 0 Category: Environmental By: Sean MitchellPeople have different forms of energy at their disposal. Not all of these forms of energy will last forever, however, and some pose environmental and safety concerns. Solar energy is an energy some people propose as an alternative to other fuels, but even solar energy might not be all it´s hyped up to be.
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