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Transforming Public Spaces for Local Communities
Every community needs a few public spaces where people can gather and relax. Libraries, public parks, and outdoor recreational areas are just a few examples of community spaces...
How Do Solar Panels Impact Our Environment Over Time?
The United States has used fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas to generate electricity since the 1880s, powering its industrialization and global reach. Industrialization..
5 Powerful Ways That You Can Battle Against Climate Change
Climate change is a growing issue that affects absolutely everyone. If you are empathetic to the challenges facing the environment or if you are concerned about the well-being of..
5 Ways to Make Your City More Sustainable
There are many benefits to making a city or municipality greener for the business, residents, and environment. These include improving air quality, reducing noise, increasing..
How to Develop Your Small Business Sustainability Plan
As a prospective small business owner, you have a lot to gain by adopting a sustainability plan. Beyond supporting the environment and reducing your impact on the planet, building..
How Have Solar Panels Improved Over The Years?
While it might seem like it, solar panels are not a new invention. In fact, they were first invented in the late 1800s, which seems like an incredibly long time ago for a..
Advantages and Benefits of Solar Power Systems
In 2012, I went to Wiki Answers to help provide you with a post on the Solar Power Advantages and Disadvantages. In the last three years, a lot has changed in the solar industry,..
The Economic Opportunity of Renewable Energy Jobs
Right now, the economy is in a difficult place. As companies still struggle to recover from the hits of the COVID-19 pandemic, the virus and all its variations continue to spread...
Are LED Lights Bad For Your Health? And Other Myths Debunked
There are a lot of negative rumors swirling about LED lights. Some claim that these lights have numerous ill effects despite evidence that says otherwise. In fact, modern LED..
Urban Energy Independence and Public Sustainability
As climate crises like the Texas winter freeze or the blistering heatwave that hit the Pacific Northwest become more common, individuals and municipalities alike are recognizing..
Technological Innovations that can Make the World Go Greener
“We’ve not inherited the earth from our fathers; we’ve borrowed it from our children.” This unique quote from an old environment magazine echoes sentiments expressed by the..
5 New Solar Power Technologies in 2021
In the last forty years, there has been a dynamic increase in the use of solar energy in the United States. As recently as 2018, an additional 10.6 GW of solar power was..
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