Lead acid batteries are used in millions of vehicles and also used in everyday life. Lead-acid batteries ensure our safety by providing necessary back-up power for everything from computers to hospital emergency lighting. In a power outage, lead industrial batteries are what back up wireless and wired telephones and computer systems so that phones stay on and no computer data is lost. They power the majority of mobile vehicles both on land and...more
Green and Blue - what do these words mean and why are they used? Well many firms are now adopting and trying to associate themselves with being environmentally consious. Leading motor manufacturers like Ford and Volkswagen use the terms to communicate their environmetally friendly models - and so can you!We know the Government want to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfill sites, and this has meant one thing - advertising. The...more
It is a fun activity that is enjoyed by all ages and gives nothing but benefits to the people involved in this activity. It is also a highly competitive international sport. Cycling is mainly of three types; on-road, off-road and BMX or stunt cycling. There are different kinds of bikes to cater to each type of cycling.No matter what type of cycling you opt for it will provide nothing but benefits.Health benefits:· It is an effective way to work out and reduce fat. A small amount of cycling can boost metabolism and help shed calories.· It helps lower blood pressure levels.· It provides protection from diabetes and strokes.· It strengthens muscles.· It improves co-ordination and is the ideal activity for children and the elderly for this purpose. The elderly who have been cycling for a long time have reduced chances of hip fracture.· Since it promotes overall fitness people who cycle feel more energy in their daily activities.Other benefits:· During rush hour it can be the fastest mode of transport.· It is obviously the most environment friendly mode of commuting especially over small distances. It has no contribution towards air pollution and noise pollution.·...more
Recycling bins are an important starting point in the recycling process. Recycling involves processing used materials (waste) into new products to prevent waste of potentially useful materials, reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, reduce energy usage, reduce air pollution (from incineration) and water pollution (from...more
How many plastic bottles do you throw away per week? Soda, soft drinks and even water now come in plastic bottles. Nowadays, people tend to use more plastic bottles than glass bottles, because they are lighter and easier to use and can be thrown away afterwards.Even though using plastics has its plus points, there are major negative...more
Electronic waste contains heavy metals such as cadmium, lead, chromium, mercury and other toxic substances, if mishandled, will contain any leakage of heavy metals, pollution of land and ecological environment, resulting in a vicious cycle. Environmental principles of the 4R: Reduce (reduce the use of), Reuse (best use), Recycle (recycling) and Replace (Replace), is to waste "to do" with the designers use a unique fashion sense, will e-waste "l do" made into a dramatic piece of creative products. Polytechnic University Assistant Professor Siu King Chung explained, environmental 3R in the "Recycle" in fact can be divided into "downcycle" and "upcycle", the former refers to the disposal of property (such as plastic) broken, causing further melting and then mold the same thing, but recycling process is difficult to avoid the consumption of energy; the latter is disposed of using natural materials, their material properties re-designed another object, although created by the limitations of material properties, but most of the "upcycle" (upgrade recycling) are manufactured through the staff, the relative cleaner.But Xiao said frankly, the lack of buffer materials for local disposal of...more
For some people, their make up cases are a keepsake. While for others, they may come up with creative recyclable ideas for the cases. Here are some ideas of what you can do with your empty make up cases! Watercolor paletteFor children...more
Over the years, computers have widely enhanced different walks of human life. However, with the rapid and dramatic changes in life, mismanagement of electronic waste has created several devastating issues. Almost all computer equipments...more
Recycling used rail ties and railroad rails began as a salvaging and recycling "given" long before going "green" with recycling revived in popularity in the most recent decades. One currently functional railroad rail recycling company started...more
How many plastic bottles do you throw away per week? Soda, soft drinks and even water now come in plastic bottles. Nowadays, people tend to use more plastic bottles than glass bottles, because they are lighter and easier to use and can be thrown away...more
So you want to live so that you're easier on the environment? Well, that's a good start. Often, the easiest part is recycling and cutting down on the amount you contribute to the waste stream and the landfills. First of all, you'll need to set up...more
Cycling clothing and accessories are designed to let you enjoy riding comfortably and safely. There is a wide variety of cycling clothing and accessories available in the market. These clothing are planned according to the season...more