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Question by Cate B: Anybody ever install their own solar water heater for a spa? How hard was it, How expensive? Are you happy? I have on older spa, and spent hours yesterday cleaning it, and now am deciding what to do with it…..I know a big expense is the electric for heating it…..so, am […]

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Question by Bill G: What are the 5 must have things in your modern house ? I’ll show you mine, then you show me yours…. #1 solar panels on roof, energy sufficient…. #2 rinnai tank-less water heater, unlimited hot water #3 urinal & bidet in bathroom #4 steam room & jacuzzi #5 weight & workout […]

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Is it economical to use solar power yet or is the technology still priced to high?

Image by UNDP in Europe and Central Asia To solve the problem of sustainable energy access for war returnees, the UNDP renewable energy challenge asked citizens around the world to design an affordable, easy-to-maintain energy solution. The objective is to give access to energy for over 3,000 families who were without electricity for more than […]

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how to power a remote cabin with no wiring by means of wind turbine only?

Image by UNDP in Europe and Central Asia To solve the problem of sustainable energy access for war returnees, the UNDP renewable energy challenge asked citizens around the world to design an affordable, easy-to-maintain energy solution. The objective is to give access to energy for over 3,000 families who were without electricity for more than […]

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Where to get food from family farms?

Image by antonemus Liputan tentang sayur aman di Vietnam. Lokasi di Provinsi Viet Tri dan Lang Son. Tapi, ini tak hanya liputan juga sekaligus jalan-jalan. Vietnam, Oktober 2012. Question by Prophet: Where to get food from family farms? I’ve just become vegan because of factory farming. I’m not against the consumption of meat but I […]

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what are the differences and similarities between organic and intensive farming?

Image by antonemus Karena terletak di perbatasan dengan China, banyak penyelundup membawa barang dari China masuk ke Vietnam lewat Lang Son daerah perbatasan antara China dan Vietnam. Question by Hadiqah Javaid: what are the differences and similarities between organic and intensive farming? I have an exam tomorrow and I need the most help I can […]

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Does anyone know how many kwh an electric hot water heater uses per month?

Image by Abri_Beluga Solar Water Heating System Installed on Anna’s house’s rooftop. Produces 55Lt of hot water every day. Question by edmund36: Does anyone know how many kwh an electric hot water heater uses per month? Wondering if a solar hot water system is a cost effective alternative? I use 2333 KWH per month? I […]

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I wish to pursue a career saving endangered species, which Degree would be most suitable?

Image by antonemus Staf VECO Vietnam di Lang Son bergaya bersama narasumber dari mitra-mitra di Lang Son. Question by FanaticalDayDreamer: I wish to pursue a career saving endangered species, which Degree would be most suitable? I want to work with wild endangered animals and am unsure as to which Degree I should take as there […]

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Question by thatskythelz: what are some “environmental impacts and economic impacts” of solar thermal: the solar water heater? what are some “environmental” and “economic impacts” of solar thermal: the solar water heater?? if possible pls give some specific answers.. thank you for anybody who answers me, promise you will get 5 stars thank u 🙂 […]

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Does the green movement serve as a religion of sorts to some people?

Image by antonemus Liputan tentang sayur aman di Vietnam. Lokasi di Provinsi Viet Tri dan Lang Son. Tapi, ini tak hanya liputan juga sekaligus jalan-jalan. Vietnam, Oktober 2012. Question by Isa: Does the green movement serve as a religion of sorts to some people? I consider myself an environmentalist, and someone who cares quite a […]

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