We are the people of the 21st century. We now use a plethora of electronic devices at home to get through our everyday lives. However, did you know that most of the electricity that powers our gadgets is still generated by fossil fuels, coal, and the burning of gases? Needless to say, these aren't very pleasant for you, your family, and mother earth. What you need is our save home energy information that can help you, the planet and,...more
It can be tempting to go overboard when you are expecting a baby as there are so many clothes, toys and accessories available to buy. However in reality newborns dont really need a lot in their first few weeks at home, so if you are on a budget you can just concentrate on buying quality basics. Many of the gadgets and accessories available for babies do make parents lives easier, but they are not really essential. Your baby will be just as...more
Earrings have been used for a long time now. In fact, in the Austrian glacier, the oldest mummified human was found to have pierced earlobes. Meanwhile, the oldest pair of hoop earrings was dug up in Iraq, and was dated back to the year 2500 BC. Before Hollywood celebrities like Beyonce and Penelope Cruz donned hoop earrings at red carpets, Mesopotamian women were the first to wear them.Still one of the most popular designs in earrings today, hoop earrings can top off any outfit. Commonly, plain 14k and 18k gold are used, but the composition varies. Some designs come encrusted with rubies, sapphires, diamonds, and other valuable gemstones to produce a one-of-a-kind look. However, when it comes to fashion, we always want something different. Styles that have been used and are often seen in department stores just won't work for the fashionista. This is why most fashion forward women would rather choose a black onyx hoop earring.Black and white always gives an interesting contrast. This is perhaps why platinum, white gold and silver hoops studded with black onyx is a favorite among women. The black color of the stone makes it a perfect addition to a girls' night out....more
At some point in our life we need to move to another place and shift our home to a new location, moving services make everything easy and we don"t sweat at all. Yes, it is true, local; movers and packers companies are the best choice when shifting from one place to another. There are hundreds of companies, shifting our homes to a new location...more
Micro venture capital financing and super-angel funds, are meant for small projects, that cannot attract traditional venture capitalists. For entrepreneurs it means having more approachable sources of capital, after they have used their own savings, as well as money from family and friends. Smaller amounts of seed money are put by...more
In part 1 of this series you had an understanding of how to work out your power requirement.What is the surface area of your solar panels required for your total power demand? A typical example will be as follows. From the manufacturers catalogue; The Size of the PV module with a DC rating of 300W (Nom.) = 2080mm (l) X 992 mm (w) X 50 mm (d). The weight of each panel is given there as 26 kg for the bare module. (This is important because if you intend to install the array on your roof top or on a built up structure, they should be capable of bearing this weight with strength to spare).What is your total panel requirement? Assuming your total building load is 4 kW, by a rule of thumb a PV panel area of 34 m2 is required for your needs. 34/2.08* 0.992 = 16.4 (i.e.17) PV modules as in the example. And your roof structure or the built up structures should be capable of withstanding the load of; 17*26kg = 442 kg + the support structure weight (minimum). In addition to this the weight of your maintenance staff, cross winds and any snow in the winter should be included in your structural strength calculations.What is requirement of floor area for all these...more
Have you ever wondered how you can increase the value of your home? One of the easiest ways to do so is by turning your home into green home. Green home refers to an eco friendly home which is energy efficient and is thus safe for the environment. It...more
The thought of training for a much-desired new career can be overwhelming to most. There are always money issues and time factors. If you have given some thought to branching out into a new field, this breakdown of careers, their annual salary and...more
Any individual who is an avid golf player is looking for new opportunities to develop their golfing ability. Some individuals struggle on the putting green, so they study lies and the roll of grass, others have difficulty driving the ball, either...more
So many businesses are trying to save money by doing all of the wrong things. For example, many companies feel that updating to a newer phone system for their business is simply not reasonable. The thought is that if the current phone system is...more
As the founder of Teens Against Distracted Driving (TADD), I am keeping a keen eye on the effect of legislation passed earlier this year in Olympia that made non-hands-free use of a cell phone a primary offense. I came across an article by KNDO ...more
People around the world are aware about the energy crisis that the world faces. Today, a lot of people are becoming more and more environmentally conscious. For this reason, a lot of energy saving tips, appliances, and gadgets came out in the market....more