If you think that pollution and weather damage buildings, think again, for a new study has revealed that bacteria also have a role to play.
…..
Researchers in Spain have found that bacteria are responsible for the ageing of buildings and monuments through biodeterioration, a process where organisms actually change the properties of materials through their [...]
Standing atop the 400-acre 1-E landfill, you get a panoramic view of the Meadowlands sports complex to the north and the New York City skyline to the east. You’re also standing on a critical part of New Jersey’s, and the nation’s, energy future.
…A methane gas collection pipe sticks out of the 1-E landfill [...]
A lumen is the standard measurement for a unit of luminous flux, a measure of the perceived power of light. Unlike radiant flux, which measures the total amount of light energy put out by a light source, luminous flux measures the amount of light that can be perceived by the human eye. Let’s look at [...]
Just imagine a world with abundant energy, enabling you to live the good life forever… Isn’t that what most of us crave? Nuclear energy is magic isn’t it?
………….
Nuclear energy has no greenhouse gas emissions. The latest technology has made it safe and we can bury nuclear waste without worrying about radiation. Business as usual without [...]
For homeowners who aim to maximize comfort and lower temperatures within home interiors, investing in window film products is a good option. Through the years, the popularity of such innovative products has risen robustly. It is not surprising that, currently, there are numerous window films available in the market. Designs have flourished and evolved and [...]
It’s no secret that ecological concerns are now informing homeowners and builders decisions when they are choosing how to build and what materials to use. Obviously insulation is an important factor, as it makes our homes more energy efficient, and is inside the walls, floor and ceiling of a well-built home. While the traditional glass-fibre [...]
Red hot as in sales, that is. The reasons behind the increasing popularity of radiant heat panels are ease of installation, quick warm up, dust free heat, and low cost relative to other retrofit heating systems.
……………………………
Click to learn more
For the same price as a pellet stove, you could heat a 1,500 square foot home [...]
Gel fireplaces are an easy and inexpensive way to add charm, beauty, and warmth to just about any room in your home without the inefficiencies of a conventional fireplace.
………………………..
Make hole in the wall effect fire surround in aluminium & american black walnut, simply fit to flat wall with brackets provided. burner contains gel fuel, so [...]
If you want to cut your Home Heating Bills you may follow the following rules as stated below:
………………………………..
* Heat your home with energy that is cheapest in your area.
* Consider heating your home with solar heat. It costs the least.
* Insulate your water heater. This will pay for itself quickly.
* Open [...]
Scientists have begun work to commercially produce a tiny and cheap satellite that could collect readings from your electricity and gas meters. AN>
The CubeSat, with sides measuring just 10cm and weighing the same as a large bag of sugar, could also collect data from remote locations such as wind farms, the Herald and Channel 4 [...]