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Comment on Does Wind Power…Solve our energy crisis? by Solar Power Info

Solar Power Info — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 05:43:25 +0000

The world needs hydroelectric or solar energy, not nuclear energy, coal or gas! Wind energy is great too but it is harder to utilize than solar and generates less power.

Comment on Keeping furniture at Home by Rory Argall

Rory Argall — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 04:18:49 +0000

Good blog post.I am always interested in getting good information on the subject of sofas and living room accessories. Something I would really like to suggest highly to buyers to always undertake a bit of research and get the best quality sofa you really can afford. Don’t just go by looks alone, because after a short time it will most probably be dilapidated, and not broken in, and your back will appreciate it. Best wishes

Comment on A wonderful backyard landscaping idea by Andrew A. Sailer

Andrew A. Sailer — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 18:51:33 +0000

Between me and my husband we’ve owned more MP3 players over the years than I can count, including Sansas, iRivers, iPods (classic & touch), the Ibiza Rhapsody, etc. But, the last few years I’ve settled down to one line of players. Why? Because I was happy to discover how well-designed and fun to use the underappreciated (and widely mocked) Zunes are.

Comment on How do mobile phone recycling companies make money? by Green Projects

Green Projects — Thu, 20 May 2010 22:26:46 +0000

I am also skeptical of CRT recycling programs and had recently heard that the majority of ‘recycled’ CRTs are shipped to developing nations and rebuilt for use… unfortunately most of those countries just dump their waste electronics into the landfill.. so it’s really more of a delay than true ‘recycling’…

Comment on Does Wind Power…Solve our energy crisis? by Green Projects

Green Projects — Thu, 20 May 2010 22:23:42 +0000

Interesting take on wind power. I wonder if the ROI would be better on small home units that just produce enough for individual houses versus massive power company units and wind farms…

Comment on Tips for designing your living spaces with rugs by tracy wilton

tracy wilton — Thu, 20 May 2010 19:05:46 +0000

This is a great article with a lot of useful information about area rugs. They really are one of the easiest ways to make a statement in any room of your home. I really like your tip about how rugs with small designs and light colors can help make a room look bigger. I am going to try that in my small bedroom!

Comment on Indoor Gardening by Jessica Schnarr

Jessica Schnarr — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 22:00:09 +0000

Hydroponic gardening really is one of the most enjoyable hobbies someone can take up. It’s rewarding to see your seedlings grow into fully mature plants so quickly. Newbies and veterans can definitely learn a lot from this.

Comment on Advantages of Home Solar Power by Andrew A. Sailer

Andrew A. Sailer — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:31:12 +0000

Solar Powered electricity has been used for commercial purposes since the 1970?s, and it is in use now more than ever before. As new government regulations on clean coal come to pass, the cost of electricity is expected to skyrocket. Many business owners are turning to solar powered electricity as a way to reduce costs. Most of the electricity we use in the United States comes from coal burning power plants. The coal has energy stored in it that came from the sun millions of years ago. The coal needs to be burned to release this energy. It is cleaner and much more efficient to use the energy that is coming from the sun right now. By eliminating the need to burn coal, your company is will be a leader in the reduction of pollution. Solar powered panels can either be mounted on the roof or your structure, or they can be installed as ground units. During the daylight hours, these panels will collect and store energy from the sun. After peak sunlight hours the stored energy will run the electricity for you business. If you need more electricity than what the panels can produce, it will come from the utility company. Solar powered electricity is a way to reduce your use of coal burning electrical power. Solar power is quiet, and it produces no waste by product. By going with solar powered electricity, you are also making a wise investment for your company. A business or factory with solar powered panels installed will depreciate much slower than similar businesses that have no solar power. Public relations is also very important to business owners, and by owning a solar powered business, you are telling your clients and the public that you don?t just pay lip service to the devotion of a greener planet, you are part of the solution. Your potential customers will see you as an innovator, and people like doing business with innovators.

Comment on Gardening tips to avoid fungus during summer by colin brakewell

colin brakewell — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:49:08 +0000

Hi there. I just wished to inform you that some elements of your website are hard to read for me, as I’m color blind. I suffer from protanopia, but there are other sorts of color blindness which will also experience difficulties. I will understand most of the site OK, and those parts I have difficulties with I am able to understand by employing a custom browser. All the same, it would be great if you could consider us color-blind surfers when undertaking the next website design. Thank you.

Comment on Advantages of Home Solar Power by Randall

Randall — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 18:05:54 +0000

Great post. I find this to be a really fascinating topic and you put a new spin on it for me. Thanks!