Twovital is on a mission to prove that trash can tell a story. More noteworthy, this creative collective also transforms everyday waste into stunning works of art. They turn plastic, scrap metal, electronics, and textiles into sculptures, murals, and installations that spark conversation. Their message is simple yet bold: waste is a resource, not a... Continue Reading →
This book is the newest to the series to help you with green living. Solar Power For Your Home features a step-by-step instruction manual and useful photos and illustrations.
This hands-on guide is filled with solar energy, green living solutions you can put to use right away.
That is why Solar Power for Your Home shows you how to set up a variety of simple, money-saving solar projects quickly and easily, such as a solar water heater, a solar pool pump, solar lighting, a solar oven and the ever more popular solar-powered lawn mower!
Ford's Electric Revolution: Compact Power Becomes Battery Maker of Choice A Pivotal Partnership in the EV Industry In July 2010, Ford Motor Company took a significant step towards electrifying its vehicle lineup by selecting Compact Power Inc. as its battery supplier of choice. This strategic decision positioned Ford at the forefront of the emerging electric... Continue Reading →
At a night out for some green living recently I went to the NYC GreenDrinks and the Sustainable Film Festival for Pamela Peeters. Talk about a green living guy night out for green living; huh?!! At these green living events I met PattyO who makes resown fashion for greater green living in your clothes. Patty... Continue Reading →
BP Solar announced in March that it is going to shut down its’ Maryland facility so it can keep costs down. According to BP Solar, “The company has ceased silicon casting, wafering, and cell manufacturing at its Frederick, MD facility. Approximately 320 great paying positions will be eliminated out of 430 positions at the Frederick location. BP Solar will maintain its US presence in sales and marketing, research and technology, project development, as well as key business support activities.” That’s not ok. What about building stuff in the USA? Are we that cost non-competitive as a country that we can’t keep the jobs here vs China? “This was a difficult decision and we deeply regret the impact it will have on our employees and the community. We have a long history in Frederick and I am thankful for the support of all our colleagues, the community and local, state and federal officials,” said Reyad Fezzani, CEO of BP Solar.
