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Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues How green architecture can impact energy consumption: 2 of 7
Is Green Architecture truly economically viable? How much does it really impact energy consumption? Those are the questions this article aims to answer. To evaluate the true costs of a building over time, many factors need to be taken into account, far more than merely the initial design and construction costs. There's also:... More..
Home & Garden > Architecture What green building means: 6 of 19
Not only are green homes safer for the environment but they create a healthier living environment for you and your family. That's certainly a nice-sounding statement, but what exactly does it mean? What is a "green home"? And how do you build or buy one? To understand green building let's look at why so many homebuyers are m... More..
Health & Fitness > Alternative Exercise What fitness benefits are offered by playing golf: 1 of 3
Are you of the belief, like so many of us, that every day is a great day to play golf? Your doctor wouldn't argue. While you're reading this article, golfers everywhere are outdoors enjoying fresh air and absorbing life-enriching sunlight while participating in a relaxing, low-impact form of cardiovascular exercise. But not ... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) How to green clean your house: 5 of 13
Most consumer cleaning products contain chemicals (including phosphates, chlorine, and artificial colors, fragrances and dyes) that can contribute greatly to numerous health problems and environmental dangers, including asthma, skin irritations, and air pollution. The non-recyclable materials typically used in packaging thes... More..
Home & Garden > Architecture The benefits of alternative building techniques: 8 of 17
First the good news: new homes built in the U.S. today are at least 35% more energy efficient than those built 30 years ago. Now the bad: American consumers still consume more natural resources per person than any other country in the world. According to the U.S. Office of Technology Assessment, the exact number is around 10... More..
Sciences > Atmosphere & Weather Indoor air pollution facts: 1 of 2
We're so used to our own home environment to the air's taste and density and texture that we rarely consider what unwanted irritants have taken up residence there along with us, hiding in the air we're constantly breathing. Carbon monoxide escapes from fireplaces. Bacteria and mold siphon through mucky ducts. Dust mites and ... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Debt The benefits of debt settlement: 1 of 1
You don't have to be drowning in a rapidly rising tide of debt forever. Even if your income has dropped, your payments have grown to prohibitive proportions, and your balance is now building exponentially due to late fees and other penalties. Because despite popular misconception (and no doubt a great relief to many) getting... More..
Education > Distance Learning Are online colleges legitimate: 5 of 8
With all the internet diploma mills churning out unemployable "graduates" left with nothing to show for their education but a useless piece of paper, how is a person ever to trust an online university to provide not only the education promised but the credentials that can ultimately lead to desirable employment? Look no furt... More..
Sports & Recreation > Olympics (Other) How Olympic host cities are chosen: 2 of 3
This summer, millions of people will flock to Beijing, China to witness live the 2008 Summer Olympic Games. Millions more will be glued to their TVs as the excitement takes place, making China this summer's hub of international attention. How did Beijing earn such an esteemed position in the public eye? For that matter, how ... More..
Pets & Animals > Horse Training & Riding How horseback riding can benefit your health: 5 of 7
If you thought the horse is the one getting all the exercise whenever you go horseback riding, you'd be mistaken. Horseback riding has as many health benefits for the rider as it does for the ridden. It's a little-known fact that horseback riding stimulates muscles in the dorsal and abdominal regions that are seldom used in ... More..