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Date: Aug. 16, 2007
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Protecting the Environment is a serious issue
By: rolfie
A day doesn't pass without comments about our environment. In fact
being a little older myself I can remember that not many years ago
you would hardly ever hear about the major challenges that we are
continously building up. Today we are confronted with some very
serious issues regarding our environment.
The issues related to the air we breath and water we drink are
hugh. Only a very small portion of our natural water resources are
even left unpolluted. This issue is a major problem. Learning to
deal with our rapidly changing surroundings warrants a serious
effort but we yet aren't totally convinced about these issues.
The air we breath, water we drink and all the things around those
resources we benefit from are in serious trouble.. Whether it be
esthetic or physical our entire lives are encompassed by the impact
from our natural resources. Filthy water, difficult living
conditions, dirty air, unhealthy vegetation, smoke, oil and
hundreds of other polluting items just simply add on to the
problem.
Much effort is being expended in developing green stuff. Items that are unique
and innovative that will make life better and help our surroundings
at the same time. Improving our lives with products that are green,
sustainable, recycled, organic and energy efficient qualify and are
widely available.
One simple and yet interesting example:
A 100 watt compact fluorescent bulb costs about $4 vs. 25 cents for
a regular bulb; but uses only 23% of the electricity. Based on an
electricity rate of $.08/kWh and three hours of usage per day, you
will save $6.75 per year on your electrical bill. That is an
investment return of 180%.
How it helps the environment: A single compact fluorescent bulb
reduces greenhouse gas by over half a ton
during its useful life. Multiply that by the number of bulbs in
your house and you get the picture!
Additionally, compact fluorescents last up to 13 times longer than
incandescent bulbs.Your electricity rate and usage level will
affect your return but for almost anyone; it makes financial sense
to replace the majority of your light bulbs immediately with
compact fluorescents.
Fun green stuff lends itself to entertainment, fashion, food and
drink, home, personal care, transportation and travel. So, as you
can see there are many area's where our thoughtful efforts can
yield big benefits in the environment.
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