7:42 AM
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
One of the features that impresses us the most: A rain water harvesting/recycling system
-This system make full use of the water and it helps to save water. It reuses water so to put it into second use.
- Water is one of our natural sources and it is non-renewble. It is limited and therefore, we should use water wisely and not to take it for granted.
- Water is also needed in our daily lives. Without water, living things will die.
-Harvested rainwater can be used for flushing toilets and washing laundry.
-It can also be used for showering or bathing. It may require treatment prior to use for drinking
WHY SAVE RAINWATER!
Approximately 40% of water used in summeris used outdoors which is when most areas face water shortages and have water restrictions. This water shortage period is when plants and trees require water the most. As populations grow, water shortages occur, more and more cities are incorporating metering systems as a way of monitoring and restricting fresh water wastage. Saving rain water saves money and helps the Environment - The more rainwater isused, the less the need to use chlorinated or other chemically treated tap water. The more we use rainwater, the less that will go into storm sewers where it is mixed with oil and other toxic residues from streets, parking lots etc. allowing for more use of settling ponds to remove these toxins.
7:17 AM
OPINIONS ABOUT reSACKel BAG
The bag is tough as the sacking fabric is designed to carry loads of 25KG and 50KG, depending on the size of the sack, the fabric is incredibly strong and also designed not to tear, so even if you put a hole in your bag, it is not going to get any larger thanks to the woven nature of the fabric.
The plastic sacking is easily cleaned, simply wipe with a damp cloth to remove the majority of dirt and grime. Unlike many cloth bag alternatives, you don’t need to worry about spills or grime ruining your bag.
The reSACKeling process is one of the best solutions to the problem of disposable plastic bags, not only does it reduce the need for disposable plastic bags, but for every reSACKel bag you buy, you save an old sack and all the resources it took to make it from going into the landfill – and it is all done without heavy industrial processes.
7:02 AM
The effect of greenhouse gases on global warming
Greenhouse gases refer to gases in the atmosphere such as carbon dioxide that absorb the infrared radiation from the sun and warm the lower atmosphere. A certain level of greenhouse gases is necessary to maintain the temperatures at which life on earth can exist. However, the rapid increases in the atmospheric concentration of carbon dioxide since the onset of the industrial revolution has caused the earth to warm beyond these levels, leading to a rise in sea level and various effects on the global climate.
Greenhouse gases refer to gases in the atmosphere such as carbon dioxide that absorb the infrared radiation from the sun and warm the lower atmosphere. A certain level of greenhouse gases is necessary to maintain the temperatures at which life on earth can exist. However, the rapid increases in the atmospheric concentration of carbon dioxide since the onset of the industrial revolution has caused the earth to warm beyond these levels, leading to a rise in sea level and various effects on the global climate.
7:24 AM
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Global warming
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Why is global warming happening?
Human industry and other activities like driving cars produce greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide. These gases are a natural part of the atmosphere and help trap heat from the sun, which allows life to exist on Earth. However, human activities during the last century drastically have increased the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. This has caused more heat to be trapped by the atmosphere, which is leading to the gradual rise in temperature all around the world.
Why does global warming matter?
Increased temperatures are changing regional climates and resulting in droughts, more intense storms, and drastic flooding, which would force millions of people to leave their homes if coastal areas become flooded. Climate changes also will affect animal and plant life, potentially impacting fishing, agricultural, and other food industries. Put together, these changes and disasters could affect billions of people, especially in the world’s poorest countries.
9:48 PM
Saturday, August 16, 2008
FIVE things you can do to curb global warming
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Responsible Choices
The choices we make and the products we buy test our commitment to maintain a healthy planet. When we burn fossil fuels—such as oil, coal, and natural gas—to run our cars and light our homes, we pump carbon dioxide (CO2) into the air. This thickens the heat-trapping blanket that surrounds the planet, causing global warming.
Choosing modern technology can reduce our use of fossil fuels and help protect the planet. These ten steps will help curb global warming, save you money, and create a safer environment for the future.
1. Support clean, renewable energy.
Renewable energy solutions, such as wind and solar power, can reduce our reliance on coal-burning power plants.
2.Replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs.
Especially those that burn the longest each day. Compact fluorescents produce the same amount of light as normal bulbs, but use about a quarter of the electricity and last ten times as long. Each switch you make helps clean the air today, curb global warming, and save you money on your electricity bill.
3. Saving energy at home is good for the environment and for your wallet.
Start with caulking and weather-stripping on doorways and windows. Then adjust your thermostat and start saving. For each degree you lower your thermostat in the winter, you can cut your energy bills by 3 percent. Finally, ask your utility company to do a free energy audit of your home to show you how to save even more money.
4. Buy energy-efficient electronics and appliances.
Replacing an old refrigerator or an air conditioner with an energy-efficient model will save you money on your electricity bill and cut global warming pollution.
5. Reduce! Reuse! Recycle!
Producing new paper, glass, and metal products from recycled materials saves 70 to 90 percent of the energy and pollution, including CO2, that would result if the product came from virgin materials. Recycling a stack of newspapers only 4 feet high will save a good-sized tree. Please...buy recycled products!
3:16 AM
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Introduction
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Hi there and welcome to our project work blog.
Our group name is SOTONG MANIACS. We are from One Humility.
Our group members are
felicia, kemmy, kerlyn and sweeny.
Feel free to comment on our blog.
