Conspicuous consumption

With fossil fuels causing harm to our environment, it is important to search for alternatives that will benefit our earth. Alternative energy is energy that is widely available and environment friendly. These alternative energy sources do not consume fossil fuels; instead they are nuclear, solar, wind or hydroelectrically powered. These energy forms are more environmentally friendly because they cause little or no pollution. It is important to know the different types of alternative energy…

When kinetic energy that is converted into mechanical power by wind the process is called wind energy. Wind energy has been around since the 5000 B.C. and was invented by China and Persia. It was used to propel boat across the Nile river. Also, wind energy is the fastest growing source of electricity in today's society. Finally, a single wind turbine can produce enough energy to power 500 houses. Win power is a great investment for the world. There are many pros and cons of wind energy.…

rights, resettlement and community health and safety. BP manages impacts though compliance with internal practices and external standards such as ISO 14000 environmental management standard (BP 2017b). BP aims to reduce water contamination and consumption, chemicals usage and emissions of air pollutants and Green House Gases (GHG) (BP 2017b). Moreover, screening and impact assessment with respect to biodiversity, life in marine environments and sensitivity of internationally protected areas are…

Globalization, over population, and climate change are major concerns that continue to be ignored and discarded by government and citizens alike. Whether this is because they don’t believe the world is getting hotter or they do not think addressing population and globalization are economically doable, it is still a real problem. Thomas Friedman wrote the book Hot, Flat, and Crowded, which describes these issues and solutions to prevent them. Hot describes global warming, climate change and…

The Daylight savings seems to reduce lighting use, and electricity consumption slightly, but it increases the heating, air conditioning, and gas consumption too. If the Daylight Savings were to be extended to year round, there would be an approximate 0.5% of electricity saved per day for the United States over a four-week span. This averages out to be around enough…

country. The oil industry picked up well around mid-19th century in America and its initial stages, kerosene, was used for light domestic uses of heating and lighting, but the development of new drilling technology in the 19th century saw the mass consumption of petroleum provide energy for industries. Mid-19th century something else game changing happened, the first commercial oil well came into effect. From then until WWI oil became increasingly important and naturally the need for…

A snow blower is really useful and we all should have one, in case we live in an area were the snow is a problem. In case you don't have a snow blower and you are thinking to buy one, but you don't know what to choose, here are some pros and cons of different types of snow blowers. Single stage electric snow blower In case you have a small driveway, then this type of snow blower is perfect for you. Because it's electric, it doesn't need fuel and also it doesn't require any engine maintenance…

energy is costly and nuclear enery has a negitive inpact on the eniviorment. Solar energy is radation emmited by the sun. There are both pros and cons to solar enegry. Some pros are Solar energy is a resource that is not only sustainable for energy consumption, it is indefinitely renewable and Solar panels also require little maintenance. Some disadvatages are solar energy is that it cannot be created during the night time only in day light and depending on the angel of the sun the solar panels…

“We have a metal building with a gas furnace located above a lay-in ceiling. The local AHJ is telling us that we are required to have sprinklers above the ceiling since there is a gas furnace above the ceiling. Are sprinklers required?” In response to your question we have reviewed NFPA 13, 2010 edition that you indicated as the applicable standard. Our informal interpretation is that sprinklers are not required. The commentary in the 2010 edition of NFPA 13 Handbook under Section 8.15.1.3…

When you picture your dream community, what do you see? Recreation, entertainment, quality schooling? If so, Green Valley Ranch, CO is the place for you! Located within proximity to Downtown Denver, just south of DIA, Green Valley Ranch offers a small town vibe with the convenience of city living. Below, the real estate experts at Rhino Realty Pros outline of few of the many reasons families are flocking to this beautiful valley community. Recreation With over 500 acres of open space, parks,…