Posts Tagged ‘electricity’
Electricity Green
Wednesday, November 10th, 2010
Preserve our planet and environment with sustainable Green blinds
While we have seen or heard the word “Green” we always associate it with nature, since green is a color of the environment. This is probably due to the color of leaves and plants which is dominantly green in color. However when we say green, it doesn’t necessarily imply the literal meaning of it. If you are a nature lover and if you searching for the ways to show your love for the environment reflect in your home but if you don’t know how to do it? Well, no need to worry. With Green blinds you will definitely give your home a natural treatment!!!
A study has revealed the fact that, if the window is uncovered, the temperature inside the house can increase by up to 20 times. This is why window blinds are empirical in order to lessen the use of air coolers which can suck up a great deal of electricity. Green is not a primary color. It is a combination of yellow and blue. It is a symbol of many things, such as hope, growth, envy, money, sickness, etc.. but the real deal with the color green is its representation of nature. Green blinds are pleasant to the eyes.
It is both relaxing and peaceful. That is the reason why green is popularly used as a motif for relaxation salon or spa. Light green binds can be used if the wall of the room has a darker hue. Its use is recommended to windows that have direct source of sunlight because it does not fully block the rays thus giving the room a still and bright glow. This hinders the use of the fluorescent light for illumination during daytime thus saving a great amount of electricity.
Bamboo blinds are one of the great example for green blinds. Bamboo blinds are an excellent way to enhance the beauty of the whole room since it brings the natural beauty from the outside right inside the four corners of the room. The bamboo blinds are also green blinds since they are 100 % made from natural bamboo materials. This eliminates the need to use plastics which are the commonly used materials in making blinds and are also known to produce so much pollution once manufactured.
Using green blinds such as bamboo will not only offer our help to the environment but it will also guarantee us satisfaction in shading the rooms in the house. Since they are plant based materials, they are efficient in filtering the glaring light from the sun as well as the harmful UV rays. Another great thing about these green blinds is that even though it effectively blocks excess light, it is still capable of allowing air to circulate inside the room making it cool and not humid.
Green blinds are also made from woven weed or dried plant materials which are as efficient as the bamboo blinds. Another common feature among these blinds is that they are easily installed on windows and are also very simple to adjust and manipulate. Really it is not a matter what type of blinds we use as long as they are Eco friendly and very satisfying.
Installing Green blinds is one way of showing your support against pollution and environment depression. Green blinds are not only enhancing the decor of your home but also help you to preserve our mother nature.
About the Author
Proudly serving all 50 states, Blinds Resource has been developed by seasoned experts in the window coverings industry and is the only resource of its kind. Our site is designed to guide consumers in their decision-making about reputable window coverings retailers in their area. blindsresource.com simplifies the search that can otherwise be overwhelming and intimidating.
PowerVerde Totally Green Motor – NBC News Video
|
|
Electric Novelties: Plasma Nebula Ball $21.50 Electrifying! Exciting nebulous glow of electrons light the inside of this popular decorative light. Place your hand on its smooth glass surface. The unchained blue lighting is drawn to your touch. It gathers harmlessly about your palm and fingers, creating beautiful swirling pink-red formations that follow your every move. Reacts to your voice and music! The whole unit stands 8.5 inches tall, and… |
|
|
Duracell 813-0281-07 100 Watt DC to AC Pocket Power Inverter $27.95 Pocket-sized unit converts 12V DC power from vehicle battery into 120V AC power, so you can charge or operate laptops, cell phones, IPod , BlackBerry , video cameras and other mobile electronics. Power Supply: 12V, Continuous Watts: 100, AC Outlets (qty.): 1, Needs to be Hardwired: No… |
|
|
Black & Decker StormStation All-In-One Rechargeable Power Source/Radio/Light #SS925 $168.00 Power electronics, small appliances.When storm emergencies hit, it’s good to have electricity, light, and a radio. It’s even better to have all those things together in one place and easy to find when the lights go out. Black & Decker gives you all the emergency essentials in one handy StormStation.How it WorksThis portable unit is equipped with a weather radio, power inverter, and detachable flas… |
|
|
Greenlite NL/WH/3/1/CD/1 – LED 3-in-1 Night Light, Emergency Light, & Flashlight $10.15 3 in 1 – LED Night Light, LED Emergency Light and LED Flashlight; Length: 4.0″. The Night Light has an Automatic Sensor which allows On at Dusk and Off at Dawn. The Emergency Light features an 8 Hour Battery Back Up. Convenient White Light Flashlight. This light is fantastic — the light is produced by LEDs so the power consumption is very low, saving you money. It operates as a nightlight with … |
|
|
Smart Strip LCG3 Energy Saving Surge Protector with Autoswitching Technology, 10-Outlet $26.48 With patented auto-switching technology that saves you money on electrical bills, the Smart Strip LCG3 Energy Saving Power Strip features 10 outlets that work in sync to efficiently power your electrical devices. This unique energy-saving power strip automatically switches devices on and off and uses less than one watt of power when fully energized. And with premium EMF/RFI filtering and 2225-joul… |
|
|
Smart Strip SCG3 Energy Saving Power Strip with Autoswitching Technology $18.00 This Smart Strip 7-outlet power strip The Smart Strip SCG3 provides a safe, uninterrupted power supply, auto-switches devices on and off to save energy, uses less than one watt of power when fully energized, offers an EMI/RFI filter and 15 AMP circuit breaker, and delivers 1225-joule and 48,000 AMP protection…. |
|
|
A Complete Guide to the Installation of Off-Grid PV Solar Power Systems $55.00 This DVD set is a 4 hour, 16 chapter comprehensive course on the installation of Off-Grid photovoltaic solar power electric systems. It is designed to take the complete beginner to full competency. The course is taught by Bob Nagy who is the teacher in over 40 videos on high-tech subjects. Bob’s bio includes 20 years at the University of Texas, ABC TV, and NASA. His clear and friendly style bri… |
|
|
Green Cities: The Real Challenges $12.30 Green cars, green technology, low carbon economies, green electricity, green political parties, green waste management, green bills and green NGOs, green energy and green investment. The new green wave is all more than appealing and exciting. However, where will all this green be hosted if cities are not green?This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com’s standa… |
|
|
The History Channel : The Technology & Science of Renewable Energy : How we are working to Harness Air, Water, Earth and Fire to produce clean energy In the young 21st Century, two realizations are dawning on the world’s population: we are hopelessly dependent on petroleum, which is only going to get more expensive; and global warming, caused mainly by our burning of fossil fuels, will impact civilization in ways that we’re only beginning to grasp. Stepping in to fight both of these massive problems are the rapidly evolving technologies that ha… |
|
|
Pre-charged Sanyo Eneloop Ni-mh Charger and 8 Rechargeable Aa and 4 Rechargeable AAA Batteries Each Eneloop Can Be Recharged 1500 Times $45.95 New, improved eneloop kit in colors eneloop – ready to use rechargeable battery. Since its launch in November 2005 eneloop has become well-known around the world as it has revolutionized the consumer-use rechargeable battery segment with its unique features: * rechargeable approximately 1,000 times * coming pre-charged, making it usable immediately after purchase * its unique design departing from… |
