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- The Shape Of Our Cities
By:-Joshua Ellison
In our initial report on the Ecobuild conference we touched on a seminar given by Duncan Baker-Brown representing BBM design and titled 'Searching for an eco vernacular' wherein he described briefly the imminent need for change in our architectural infrastructures. That due to the global distribution of wealth, we've entered into a temporary bargain with the resources of our planet to tailor to the minority with the capital to make it so. Brown cited the modern metropolis as an example of how modern ecology is detrimented by, what he referred to as, 'linear metabolisms'.
- Floriade 2012
By:-Joshua Ellison
It is 2012 and aside from a certain birthday party here in the UK, we have several things to celebrate, not least of which is Holland’s Floriade, the ten-yearly festival that, as of this year, has been going strong since its inception in 1960. The theme for this year’s expo, which takes place in Venlo, and which attracts enthusiasts and professionals from across the globe, is ‘The Theatre of Nature’ which is considered by its inventor to be an interactive theatre, affording visitors a role of participation rather than mere observation. The concept circles around nature’s ability to engage all the senses simultaneously.
- The Ecobuild Rumpus
By:-Joshua Ellison
A few weeks ago I was lucky enough to attend London’s Ecobuild conference on the emerging role of sustainability in infrastructure on the domestic and global stage. As a brief outline for those unfamiliar with Eco build, its role is that of an annual ecological summit designed to encourage not only the advocates of this topic’s awareness, but also the businesses that hope to provide a commercial and affordable means of propagating and materializing these ideas for both corporate bodies and the general public. The conference was held at Custom House in the East End and hosted over a thousand different seminars, lectures and exhibitors representing all corners of ecological construction, landscaping and infrastructure.
- Haiti Survie
By:-Joshua Ellison
In the wake of recent disasters that have stricken the country with poverty and forced its people into the tall shadow of starvation, and since the devastation of 2010’s earthquake that laid waste to much of the country’s infrastructure, the charity organization Haiti Survie has turned its efforts toward restoring the ecosystem of the country that has also recently been ravaged by deforestation.
- The Buena Vista Gold Rush – A Cuban Weed Makes Good!
By:-Joshua Ellison
In Cuba, word is spreading like a wild fire of a new use for a weed that has blighted the local agricultural industry for decades. With the growth of the sugar industry during the reign of the Soviet Union, and then the sudden depletion following its collapse, the ‘Marabou Weed’ quickly took its place in the fields and is now considered the worst ecological plague across the entire country. Seemingly it had no use as it is not particularly combustible and thus useless for cooking fires, it cannot be used in construction and it doesn’t float either, and therefore has no nautical applications.
- Can The New Policy Of Zero Waste-Full Recycle Benefit Our Environment?
By:-Petrona Alexon
What are the benefits of reducing waste? Is it practical to strive for zero-waste as a goal?
- Eco-Friendly Tips That Anybody Can Practice Regularly
By:-Petrona Alexon
Don't get overwhelmed when thinking about living a greener lifestyle. Here are a few easy tips to help you get started.
- How Can I Reduce My Bills With Sustainable Building Solutions?
By:-Alex Richards
In this article the author runs through some of the most popular sustainable building solutions in today's market, and uncovers how much money they could save you off your monthly bills.
- Here We Will Be Taking A Deeper Peek At The Go Green - Save Cash Plan
By:-Petrona Alexon
You Could Go Green Plus Begin Saving Cash At The Same Time With The Go Green - Save Green Agenda
- Tree Preservation Orders Relevant To The Present Age Of Rapid Development
By:-brenda rosenthal
How the Tree Preservation Orders work and how ecological consultants can make things easier.
- Asbestos Survey - For A Clean Environment And A Healthy Society
By:-John b King
Asbestos is a big environmental issue all over the world, and there are legislations in place to ensure home owners and property owners, both commercial and residential, are in compliance with asbestos regulations, which has direct implications for Asbestos survey.
- Giant Hogweed Seeds Have Potential To Spread Till Seven Years
By:-Robin Lawson
Giant Hogweed is not only dangerous to human health and environment but also difficult to eradicate completely.
- Tree Surveys Help Make Various Informed Decisions About Trees
By:-brenda rosenthal
Tree surveys are helpful to decide various aspects related to tree plantation and tree eradication. They should be taken under the guidance of ecological consultants.
- Reduce Pollution - Save Money
By:-Travis Mason
Climate scientists have been stating for years that more pollution means more extreme weather conditions and we have seen increasing proof of this is the last ten years (the hottest decade on record).
- The Dangers That Black Mold Poses For Your Family And Your Finances
By:-Kelsey Libby
Among the things which cause the 'sick building syndrome' is a fungus that is commonly known as black mold. It is predominantly encountered on floors, walls and ceilings that are exposed to wetness or moisture. It thrives in an environment with a relative humidity of 55 % or above.
- Black Mold - What It Is, How It Affects Us, And What To Do About It
By:-Kelsey Libby
Black mold is also known as mildew or toxic mold. It is actually a type of fungi that grows on damp surfaces. Like most kinds of fungus, it relies on humidity and moisture in order for it to grow. It is greenish-black in color and may appear slimy. Constant exposure to water encourages this fungus to grow.
- Successfully Hiring The Services Of A Black Mold Expert
By:-Kelsey Libby
Though it is easy to talk about getting a professional black mold expert to accomplish the diagnosis and treatment of your house for pernicious strains of fungi, getting good services for your money will need your careful attention. In most countries, the US included, no government regulations have been enacted regarding the services provided by Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) experts, which, by the way, is the formal way to refer to mold experts.
- The Legalities Concerning Black Mold
By:-Kelsey Libby
Black mold is popular parlance for Stachybotrys chartarum, a black fungus whose reproductive spores contain a fungal toxin or mycotoxin which causes irritation in the mucus tissues of the body. The effect of that is to produce a feeling of fatigue, an irritated and dry throat, sneezing and colds, difficulty of breathing and sometimes pulmonary hemorrhage. Don't kid with it. It can even cause death.
- Vital Facts About Black Mold
By:-Kelsey Libby
Stachybotrys is a genus of fungi whose species are generally greenish-black in color. A number of those species contain a substance that is toxic when inhaled. Its toxicity has been known to cause illnesses akin to allergy in humans and their pets.
- A Vital Backgrounder On Black Mold
By:-Kelsey Libby
For reasons of health and, possibly, aesthetics, it is imperative that molds should not be allowed to thrive in a house.
- Black Mold Can Become A Serious Financial Risk
By:-Kelsey Libby
Black mold is a fungus that has been known to cause mycotoxicosis in animals and men. The medical term refers to poisoning by fungal toxins. The scientific name for the fungus is Stachybotrys chartarum.
- A Brief Look At The History Of Black Mold
By:-Kelsey Libby
It has only been in comparatively recent times that public attention has been directed to the harmful effects of black mold on humans. The scientific name for what is usually referred to as 'black mold' is genus Stachybotris and species chartarum. The organism is also known as Stachybotris atra or Stachybotrys alternans.
- Things About Black Mold That You Can't Afford Not To Know
By:-Kelsey Libby
The terms "black mold" and "toxic mold" are convenient ways to refer to a genus of the family of fungi called Stachybotrys. The terms are convenient in the sense that most of the species in this genus are colored black and a few of them produce substances which are toxic to animals and human beings.
- Black Mold - What You Should Know About It
By:-Kelsey Libby
The terms "black mold" and "toxic mold" are alternate ways of referring to a genus of fungus called Stachybotrys the majority of whose species are black in color. Additionally, a number of these species produce fungal toxins or mycotoxins which can cause illness and even death in animals and men. Hence the terms mentioned above.
- Things To Be Concerned About When It Comes To Black Mold
By:-Kelsey Libby
Black mold infestations may cause serious health risks if they are not dealt with immediately. They have been shown to cause respiratory bleeding, asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory diseases. In fact, this slimy, greenish-black fungus is held responsible by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) for causing over a hundred cases of lung problems.
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