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https://www.traceyjonesphotography.com/post/what-is-coral-bleaching | 2024-04-13T06:21:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816586.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413051941-20240413081941-00461.warc.gz | 0.957438 | 656 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__164182719 | en | With the water temperatures at The Agincourt Ribbon Reefs, GBR, rising to 31 degrees on the surface this week, I decided it might be time to explain what coral bleaching is and how it effects the reef.
What is coral?
If I asked you whether coral was a rock, a plant, or an animal, which one would you choose? Well it doesn’t actually matter which one you choose because coral is a combination of all three.
Coral is in fact millions of tiny creatures called polyps. These are like upside down jelly fish and have tentacles which reach out and catch plankton floating passed in the water system.
Each polyp lives inside a hard outer skeleton which is made from limestone. This skeleton attaches to rocks or dead coral polyps to hold the polyp in place.
The polyps are also a host to a form of microscopic algae called zooxanthellae, which photosynthesises and provides the coral with oxygen and food. This is the corals main source of food.
Why does coral bleach?
When corals are stressed the zooxanthellae within them are expelled and the coral loses its colour and the limestone skeleton is exposed. This is the bright white colour you see, and what has given it the name bleaching. In some coral species the coral polyps may change colour before they turn transparent. These are often bright, florescent colours.
Without the zooxanthellae the coral polyps are likely to not get enough food and will eventually starve.
There are three main reasons for a coral polyp to become stressed:
If they are submitted to temperatures above 30 degrees or temperatures below 20 degrees.
If there is a change in the consistency of the water, for example chemicals are added from nearby farms or factories.
If humans are touching or standing on the coral.
Coral can survive in this bleached state for up to 6 weeks before they die. This therefore means that just because an expanse of reef has become bleached, it is not necessarily dead. Many of those bleached corals will survive, especially if the stressful conditions are removed within six weeks.
Luckily for The Great Barrier Reef, the temperatures are only just rising to above 30 degrees. This is also currently limited to the top couple of meters of water, which means that the number of corals effected is currently very low. It is also unlikely that these water temperatures will remain for another 6 weeks, so any corals currently bleaching are likely to recover.
Here are some photos taken this week at a few different dive sites across The Agincourt Ribbon Reefs, of corals where bleaching was starting to appear. From these pictures you can see that only a small area of the coral colony has been bleached, the majority of the polyps are alive and healthy.
I had to look quite hard to find these bleached corals, so I also took some general pictures of the reef just to prove that a tiny bit of bleaching has not affected the whole reef.
Please see the rest of my blogs in the series Is The Great Barrier Reef Dead?
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https://www.oldtymechimneysweep.com/the-importance-of-regular-chimney-sweeping-exploring-the-benefits-and-safety-factors/ | 2024-02-25T20:32:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474643.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225203035-20240225233035-00137.warc.gz | 0.899017 | 650 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__34566306 | en | A cozy fireplace is a cherished feature of many homes, offering warmth, ambiance, and a place for families to gather. However, amidst the comfort and crackling flames lies a hidden danger that often goes overlooked: a neglected chimney. Regular chimney sweeping is not only crucial for maintaining the efficiency of your fireplace but is also a vital safety measure.
Preventing Creosote Buildup
One of the primary reasons to prioritize regular chimney sweeping is to prevent the accumulation of creosote. As wood burns, it releases various byproducts, one of which is creosote—a sticky and highly flammable substance that adheres to the interior of the chimney. Over time, creosote buildup can become a serious fire hazard. A professional chimney sweep will ensure that this hazardous residue is effectively removed, minimizing the risk of chimney fires and potential damage to your home.
Improving Fireplace Efficiency
A dirty and obstructed chimney can hinder the proper flow of air, leading to reduced fireplace efficiency. When soot and debris accumulate, they can restrict the passage of smoke and gases, causing smoke to billow back into your living space. Regular chimney sweeping eliminates these obstructions, allowing your fireplace to function optimally, which, in turn, enhances its heating efficiency and reduces energy waste.
Protecting Indoor Air Quality
A poorly maintained chimney can negatively impact the air quality inside your home. When debris and soot block the chimney, harmful gases like carbon monoxide may be forced back into the living space, endangering the health of your family. Regular chimney sweeping ensures that these dangerous pollutants are properly vented out of your home, preserving indoor air quality and safeguarding your loved ones.
Extending Chimney Lifespan
Just like any other part of your home, chimneys require regular maintenance to extend their lifespan. Neglecting chimney sweeping can lead to deterioration of the chimney liner, bricks, and mortar due to prolonged exposure to creosote and other corrosive substances. By investing in routine chimney sweeping, you can significantly prolong the life of your chimney and avoid costly repairs or replacements down the line.
Identifying and Addressing Structural Issues
During a professional chimney sweeping, skilled technicians also perform inspections to identify potential structural issues. Catching problems early on allows for timely repairs, preventing small issues from escalating into more significant and expensive complications later.
Compliance with Insurance Requirements
Many insurance companies require homeowners to have their chimneys professionally cleaned and inspected regularly to maintain coverage. Adhering to these requirements ensures that your homeowner’s insurance policy remains valid, providing financial protection in the event of a chimney-related incident.
In conclusion, regular chimney sweeping is a critical aspect of responsible fireplace ownership. By prioritizing this essential maintenance task, you can prevent creosote buildup, improve fireplace efficiency, and protect indoor air quality. Moreover, it ensures that your chimney operates safely and effectively, reducing the risk of chimney fires and extending its overall lifespan.
Contact Old Tyme Chimney Sweeping Inc. at 508-759-0930 today or visit us online for more information! | environmental_science |
https://scizhiyan.com/ | 2020-05-28T14:38:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347399820.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20200528135528-20200528165528-00448.warc.gz | 0.935459 | 334 | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__186632731 | en | Superhydrophobic filtrating materials have been widely developed for rapid removal or collection of oils from oil/water mixture due to the increasing water pollution caused by oil spills and oil-contaminated wastewater. However, poor reusability, superhydrophobic failure in harsh environments, and that only heavy oil or light oil was separated from water seriously restricted their practical application. Herein, superhydrophobic carbon fibers were first fabricated using a novel nickel electroplating for versatile oil/water separation with excellent reusability and high environmental stability. The interconnected nanometer-scale nickel grains formed on the micrometer-scale fibers and fluoroalkylsilane molecules enabled the fibers to be superhydrophobic with the water contact angle (CA) of ∼159.1° and superoleophilic with the oil CA of ∼0°. The nickel coating contributed to the improvement of the bonding strength, tensile strength, and oxidation resistance of the fibers. The as-prepared fibers could be applied for the separation of heavy or light oil/water mixtures with separation efficiencies above 99.1%, during which the oil content in the separated water all remained below 78 ppm. The fibers also realized the highly efficient separation of dichloromethane and various harsh environmental solutions such as hot water, acid, alkali, and salt. The superhydrophobicity of the fluorinated nickel-coated carbon fibers still remained even after 100 cycles of separation and 24 months of storage in air, demonstrating outstanding durability of the fibers. These novel superhydrophobic carbon fibers had promising potentials for versatile oil/water separation in practical applications. | environmental_science |
http://www.greenninja.org/weatherclimate.html | 2013-05-25T18:35:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368706082529/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516120802-00054-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.958409 | 215 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__45471489 | en | Weather & Climate
An important distinction between the terms "weather" and "climate" is often misunderstood. Take a walk and notice the temperature, humidity, and wind direction. You are observing the weather. Weather happens at a specific location and time, and it changes from hour to hour and from day to day. Climate, however, is the accumulation of weather statistics taken over a long time period, and you need to gather a lot of weather data before you can determine the climate. Take summer in San Francisco as an example. San Francisco , on average, has a maximum daily temperature of 69 degrees F (20.5 degrees C) during July. This climate information, accumulated over the past thirty years of July weather, tells us what the average weather is like for that month. However, on any given day in July, the weather can be quite different, as tourists often discover when the cold fog rolls in under the Golden Gate Bridge . Climate is what you expect the weather to be, but, of course, on any given day the weather can be very different. | environmental_science |
https://tryonareahistoricalsociety.com/community-trails/ | 2023-03-31T04:09:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296949533.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230331020535-20230331050535-00585.warc.gz | 0.957965 | 866 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__66819878 | en | There are two trails in the community, Lord’s Pond at North Tryon, and the Tryon River Trail at Tryon. The trails are maintained by the Tryon River Watershed Cooperative, and link many of the natural and historic sites of the area. Both trails offer good bird watching opportunities and they are also part of the geocaching system.
Lord’s Pond is a reconstructed mill pond and features a fish ladder, fishing platform, sediment basin, and domestic water fowl. An easy walking trail about 1 km in length surrounds the pond. The trail is accessed at#57 Lord’s Pond Road just off the TCH at North Tryon.
The Tryon River Trail links the churches, cemetery, salt-water marshes, fresh water bogs, meadows, and small woods. The trail is in the area where the first white settlers, the Acadians, built their homes, and also follows on or near the foot-path of the later English settlers as identified on an original map of the area. Various plants, shrubs, trees and historic sites are identified with QR codes which are linked to other web sites for additional information. There are two loops to this trail, a short easy section, and a longer more difficult section about 2 km in length. Be sure to take binoculars and a camera with you when you visit the trail. The trail is accessed adjacent to #49 Route 10 in Tryon.
This Guided Walk will help you interpret the trail.
Our coordinates are: http://maps.google.ca/?ll=46.239844,-63.544044&spn=0.000004,0.002401&t=m&z=19&layer=c&cbll=46.239844,-63.544044&panoid=8GHsIL4verJRt3b5-c2oVA&cbp=12,203.09,,0,0.94
The Tryon River was important to the early settlers for navigation and fishing while the dams on the upper two tributaries provided power for various mills. Hay was harvested on the marsh with the Acadians being the first to develop a system of dykes and canals to control the flow of water. An important shipbuilding industry was also carried out on the river banks.
The river is an important spring and fall migration area for Canada Geese, Black Ducks, Brant and Teal. During the summer months Bald Eagles, Osprey and Blue Heron are frequently seen fishing in the river. Although not often seen, mammals such as muskrat, weasels and mink make Tryon River their home. The estuarine region is important as a nursery area for larval fish such as smelt and gaspereaux. Once hatched they drift into the river where they feed and in turn provide food for larger fish.
South Shore United Church.The building was built in 1882. In 1992 the building was designated as a National Historic Site to commemorate 200 years of Methodist roots, and to recognize this fine example of Gothic architecture designed by the famous architect, William Critchlow Harris, 1854-1913. Additional space was completed in 2008.
For information please click on this website: www.southshoreunitedchurch.ca
The Tryon Peoples’ Cemetery is a pioneer cemetery overlooking the Tryon River. It was incorporated in 1920. One of the first burial sites is for wife and several descendants of Surveyor General Capt. Samuel Holland. Up to date records are kept by the Cemetery Board. For more information please click on this web page: Tryon Peoples’ Cemetery.
George Dalton, 6th generation grandson of Surveyor General Samuel Holland visits the family plot in the cemetery.
The Tryon Baptist Congregation was established by Alexander Crawford in 1814. The present Church building was erected in 1864, and remodeled several times in later years.
The Red Oak, the Provincial Tree, is the signature tree on the trail, and you will find many other native shrubs, trees and plants.
The Highbush Cranberry is a beautiful shrub which serves as an emergency food for wildlife. | environmental_science |
https://heichegroup.com/en/news-and-events/article/heiche-polska-has-taken-a-step-towards-energy-independence/ | 2023-09-21T19:24:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506029.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20230921174008-20230921204008-00587.warc.gz | 0.939991 | 545 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__180943172 | en | Heiche Polska has taken a step towards energy independence
The company Heiche Polska Sp. Z o.o joined the Siechnice Energy Cluster. It is the first factory in the KAP Surface Technologies group that sets new directions for development in this field. The ceremonial signing of the agreement took place on January 11 at the seat of the energy company ESV S.A Siechnice, which belongs to the group of the largest and independent energy distributors in Poland. This includes on their initiative, in 2018, the Siechnice Energy Cluster was established and now it has grown by several new members, including Heiche Polska, which is one of the key recipients of energy supplied by ESV. "Heiche Polska is a modern company that recognizes the importance of energy management, its impact on the environment and, of course, costs. These elements allow you to build a competitive advantage on the market" - says Sławomir Nowicki, CEO of ESV S.A.
The energy cluster is a solution that allows us to face the current challenges in the field of distributed energy. Simply put, it enables the balancing of energy production and consumption in a given area, which reduces the burden on the national power system and reduces the need to transmit electricity over long distances. It is used to reduce energy costs and allow you to better care for the environment. As a consequence, the area covered by the operation of the cluster increases its competitiveness for investors and everyone benefits from it.
Belonging to KAP Surface Technologies, Heiche Polska is the first factory in the KAP ST group to take such an initiative and join the global trend of energy transformation. "We are proud that, as a company, we contribute to the development of projects that affect the changes in the current energy model towards creating a zero-emission economy, producing green and clean energy" says Piotr Kuśmierz, CEO of Heiche Polska Sp. z o.o. It is a huge step into the future not only for our factory, but also for the entire KAP Surface Technologies group. Thanks to this initiative, our factory sets new directions of development. We help in the development of distributed energy based on renewable as well as conventional energy sources, serving the improvement of energy security, the natural environment and strengthening the local economy.
Thanks to belonging to an energy cluster in the future, Heiche Polska will ensure the desired self-sufficiency and energy independence. This in turn will allow her to avoid e.g. problems resulting from limitations in electricity supply, but also price fluctuations that appear more and more often on the market. | environmental_science |
https://www.poasiahome.com/products/takeo-handwoven-throw | 2022-06-29T07:40:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103624904.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20220629054527-20220629084527-00718.warc.gz | 0.845475 | 121 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__247577841 | en | Takeo - Handwoven throw
Takeo is an exclusive blanket for Singapore, one of our best-seller, attractive for its brown / terra natural color, and its beautiful weaving. A modern and minimalist style to match any interior.
- All our throws are handwoven by women artisans in Cambodia, it takes 2-3 days to produce one piece.
Hypoallergenic blanket, made of 100% cotton, with respect to the environment using natural fibers and vegetable dyes.
- Colour : brown / terra
- Dimensions : 130 x 190 cm | environmental_science |
https://www.testcenter.se/about-us/policies/ | 2024-03-01T10:56:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475238.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20240301093751-20240301123751-00119.warc.gz | 0.912998 | 403 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__190417413 | en | Bofors Test Center performs qualified testing, primarily of weapons, ammunition and other products within the field of explosive substances, service life extension and demil of ammunition as well as destruction of explosive substances. Bofors Test Center endeavours not only to comply with environmental legislation, but also to exceed it as far as possible. In our endeavours to ensure minimum environmental impact we work on:
- Considering the environmental aspects for tenders and in our planning of tests.
- Making constant improvements to reduce emissions from our destruction facilities.
- Sorting our waste so that all fractions over and above destruction residue can be re-used, recycled or recycled to obtain energy.
- Assisting the emergency services and the community in general in the event of emergencies, primarily forest fires.
- Identifying and implementing actions to reduce energy consumption.
- Limiting noise dispersal by planning firing in locations where the noise will cause minimal disturbance.
- Safeguarding biological diversity.
- Using minimal chemicals.
The objectives that characterize our quality work are:
- Ensuring delivery of the right quality at the right time and to the right location.
- Minimising costs resulting from quality defects.
- A high level of availability and flexibility.
This is achieved by:
- Maintaining procedures that minimise the risk of repeated quality defects.
- The business system’s processes being systematically revised to achieve continuous improvements.
- Actively following up on quality-improvement measures to ensure the desired effect is achieved.
- The organisation’s quality efforts being measured in connection with the management’s annual review and being analysed.
- Ongoing follow-up taking place regularly during the year.
- Measuring customer perceptions of quality in order to find ways to further improve and strengthen quality work.
- The incident reporting system being used as a basis for the analysis.
On 25 July 2003, a new law on electronic communication came into force. | environmental_science |
https://www.windracer.net/blog/2022/09/hurricane-ian-recap/ | 2023-01-31T21:03:44 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499890.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20230131190543-20230131220543-00839.warc.gz | 0.98031 | 589 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__122407088 | en | It’s been five years since the last big hurricane (Irma) came though the Tampa Bay area and early in the week, as we watched the forecast track, it looked like we were going to get slammed by a category 4 storm, Hurricane Ian.
We got lucky … soooo very lucky. Unfortunately, our neighbors to the south around Fort Meyers were not as lucky.
We don’t live in an evacuation zone in Pinellas county, nor a flood zone (we’re 63ft above sea level), the house is as protected as it can be (impact doors and windows), and our hurricane closet is always re-stocked at the beginning of each season, so our prep work on Monday and Tuesday consisted mainly of draining some water out of the pool, putting away patio/lanai furniture and making sure small/loose objects outside were secured or brought in. Then it was the decision to either ride out the storm at home or evacuate and we decided to stay (of course we had to assure our out-of-town family and friends that we were going to be fine once the national news started reporting on evacuations).
Wednesday was the long waiting day. We watched the local weather news all day and kept our eye on the NHC updates every 3 hours as the track slowly shifted to our south and Ian made landfall around Fort Meyers, similar to the path Hurricane Charley took back in 2004. Since we ended up on the “good” (northeast) side of the storm, it wasn’t nearly as bad as we expected. It was windy and rainy all day, but we never saw heavy rain or thunderstorms or tornados. I only recorded about 1.5″ of rainfall total in the pool and have seen much heavier rain in our regular daily FL afternoon thunderstorms. The wind really picked up Wednesday evening into early Thursday morning and it was still pretty breezy all day Thursday but we never lost power (I was actually looking forward to using the V2L feature in my wife’s EV6 to power some things in the house). We were able to get outside Thursday morning to start cleaning up all the yard debris (16 bags’ worth), putting back all the outdoor furniture and plants, and getting the house back to normal. By mid-afternoon the sun came back out and it turned into a beautiful, cool autumn day, belying the devastation to our south. We really dodged a major bullet.
The one fun thing during the storm was a little owl that decided to take refuge from the storm under one of our eaves in the backyard. We named him Ian (of course!) and he hung out all day Wednesday (during the storm) and Thursday (watching us clean up). No sign of him today (Friday) but it was cool to have him with us as the storm passed through. | environmental_science |
https://www.euroskin.eu/en/activities/Journals/IJERPH-special-issue.php | 2023-09-24T20:40:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924191454-20230924221454-00429.warc.gz | 0.911322 | 447 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__83760835 | en | Special Issue "Melanoma Epidemiology: Analytical Studies, Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Addressing Environmental Risk Factors and Preventive Measures"
Prof. Dr. Olaf Gefeller, Department of Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology, Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nuremberg
Prof. Dr. Marit B. Veierød, Oslo Centre of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Department of Biostatistics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo
14 September 2020
We are guest editing a special issue of the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (IJERPH), "Melanoma Epidemiology: Analytical Studies, Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Addressing Environmental Risk Factors and Preventive Measures".
Studying the epidemiology of melanoma is a tricky endeavour as the risk of developing melanoma depends on environmental factors, host factors, lifestyle factors, genetic factors and their interactions. Among the environmental factors, exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun plays the most prominent role, but also other environmental factors, such as chemical exposures, may increase melanoma risk. Host factors like the skin phenotype and the number as well as the type of nevi are well established as risk factors for melanoma, but other factors are also discussed for which the evidence is less clear. Lifestyle factors such as exposure to artificial ultraviolet radiation when using sunbeds have been shown to be associated with melanoma risk. A variety of genetic factors including high-penetrant genes, moderate-risk genes, and low-risk genetic polymorphisms have been linked to melanoma development. The effects of the complex interplay between all these factors are an evolving area of current research. In addition, the effect of preventive measures to reduce the risk of melanoma is also a topic of specific interest in the current research. This Special Issue invites papers on all these aspects of melanoma epidemiology. The focus lies on environmental factors and their prevention, but other related topics may also be considered. Not only papers reporting original data from epidemiologic studies, but also systematic reviews and meta-analyses are welcome. | environmental_science |
https://supermamafoods.com/led-street-light/ | 2021-07-28T21:15:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046153791.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20210728185528-20210728215528-00231.warc.gz | 0.973014 | 1,659 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__219842441 | en | LED Lighting has generated positive led street light reviews right from the time it had been discovered in the early 1960’s, mainly due to its energy saving feature. Initially there were only LED Bulbs that were made available in the market, but today one may come across a vast variety of LED lights that are to be used for many different outdoor and indoor settings. Roads and Streets require appropriate level of lighting so as to enable smooth running of traffic and also to ensure safety of the commuters and vehicle drivers.
LED Street Lighting is manufactured in a manner to provide the right amount of beam falling in the right direction on the roads. They are available with attachments that can be managed to reduce as well as increase the level of lights as and when required. In addition to this, LED Street lighting has a few more advantages like being energy efficient as well as generating lesser amounts of heat thereby being environmental friendly. This is why these days one may come across a lot of LED Street Lighting which helps in keeping the atmosphere free from carbon and many such toxic gases that are generally emitted from the traditional incandescent bulbs. Similarly as compared to the ordinary lights, LED Street lighting would ensure that you do not have to bear the inconvenience of constantly replacing the old worn out lights with new ones, as LED lights have a reputation of lasting much longer than the normal bulbs.
Another feature about LED Lights are that they are resistant to heat, cold, shock and many different kinds of vibrations hence do not easily result in accidental breakage. Hence no matter what temperature would the external environment be in, you can always be rest assured about the durability and productivity of these lights. Today LED Street Lights have been technologically enhanced to provide many additional features like Excellent Color Quality, Luminous Efficacy, Creative Visual Design, Thermal Control and Extremely Cost effective. They can be easily availed in a number of different shades keeping in tone with the street and its requirements where it would be expected to be put up. The installation process of these lightings is also fairly simple.
A LED Street Light if purchased from a reliable manufacturer would also ensure instant turn on and off facility. Looking at the current demand and growing popularity of LED Lights, it can be easily said that they would soon be the Future of Street Lighting across the world. Being an eco-friendly and energy efficient option that is not only productive but also has a much longer life span than the conventional lights, LED Lights are the only safer option for every home, office and street. Before setting out to buy these, always ensure that you purchase them from an authentic seller / manufacturer in order to get complete worth of your money. LED Lightings are absolutely apt for creating a healthy surrounding for your loved ones.
LED Street Lighting has become highly preferred these days due to its ability to give long term usage as well as maximum productivity in terms of high levels of brightness and luminosity on the roads. LED Street Lights are also environment friendly, as they do not make use of chemicals during their manufacturing process. In Addition to this they also consume minimal energy, thereby saving a lot of expenditure incurred on the same.
Article Body – All kinds of LED lights have the capacity to use minimal power as an energy source to give maximum productivity. Thus by installing these lights indoors or outdoors may be extremely beneficial in reducing your electricity bills. LED Street Lighting has seen a major rise in its demand due to many reasons, of which two important ones are:
It is very essential for Street Lighting to be visible enough for vehicle drivers and the pedestrians. LED Street Lighting produces High levels of Focused Lights on certain specific areas of the street, due to which the light is equally distributed amongst the road. This enhances visibility and therefore works as a kind of safety precaution.
LED Lights are highly durable almost for as long as a couple of years, due to which one does not have to go through the hassles of replacing them in short intervals. Street lights are placed on a public place therefore it is highly beneficial to simply install these lights and use them for years without having to go through the pain of changing them in every few months. Moreover street lamps are often at a huge height, which creates additional inconvenience for re-installation within short intervals.
New Standard Electronic LED Systems which are the latest addition to LED Lights, have the ability to be reduced or brightened depending upon the visibility on the streets, which helps in preventing many road accidents that mostly take place due to heavy or minimal street lights. For external surroundings that require consistent lighting, a variety of Led Lights are now made available with Diffusion Lens that leads to appropriate amounts of light and brightness scattered equally in every area.
LED Street Lighting is also preferred due to the fact that as compared to neon, incandescent or even Halogen bulbs or tubes which get heated within a couple of minutes after its use, LED lights takes a very long time to start heating. Moreover the exterior of these lights are not made of glass which further slows down the heating process thereby keeping the surrounding extremely cool. LED Lights are available in many colors, but are specifically chosen in mild and glowing colors.
With so many uses and benefits, it is no longer a secret as to why LED Street Lighting has become a hit amongst the population. It is very important to select a reliable manufacturer for purchasing and proper installation of these lights, as a cheap quality one could prove to be a safety hazard on the streets.
Street lighting is very important for driving during night. That’s why it is one the most important factors for maintaining smooth and safe traffic after sunset. With the growing number of vehicles and roads, need for such types is also growing. For many years now, various companies involved with the manufacturing of such lights have been enjoying a huge demand. Till the 1990s they used incandescent bulbs which used high pressure sodium or mercury vapors.
More number of street lights means more energy required to light them up. Sodium and mercury lamps consume a lot of power. In early 90’s, the power consumption by these kinds of lighting went beyond the desired levels. The scientists started looking for an option which was power efficient. After several researches, LED street lighting emerged as the best one. They not only consume far less power than the conventional sodium or mercury lights, but also produce better light. They also last longer.
All these qualities made major cities in US and Europe shift from the conventional ones to LED street lighting. Initially, they struggled to make quality LED light and were unable to replace the more power consuming lights, but the technology became better with time and in recent times most of the big cities are using LED light systems. This not only saves a lot of money, but also improves the quality of illumination. Both these qualities have saved a lot of money for the users of such types.
The LED street light is an example of integrated lights. The bulbs are not separate from the panel. In fact, a cluster of LED bulbs is sealed to a panel and a heat sink is attached to it in such lights. The heat sink is used to absorb the heat generated by the LED ones. Usually a single high power LED bulb is used to make such lighting, but various companies nowadays have started using a pack of low power LED lamps to have the same output.
A traditional street light has a reflector behind the bulb which usually causes a significant loss of lighting. It results in light pollution. The glare produced by such lights is also not safe for the drivers. The LED ones usually have a lens on the LED panel, which not only prevents the loss of lights but also gives them a well-defined rectangular pattern. They do not produce any glare as well.
In all, the LED street light has many advantages over the conventional lighting. The biggest advantage is the low power consumption. Compared to the 35lm/w of mercury lamps, LED lights have more power efficacy level which ranges from 80 – 100lm/w nowadays. Apart from being more power efficient, they are ecofriendly too as they are solid state lights and also long- lasting. The life span of such types is 50000 to 100000 hours which is far more than any conventional light. | environmental_science |
https://adecinc.com/supportedlivinggardens-2/ | 2023-10-03T10:29:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511075.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20231003092549-20231003122549-00652.warc.gz | 0.971502 | 282 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__77075705 | en | The Creekside Church of the Brethren received a grant from the Lilly Endowment Fund a few years ago that allows them to purchase supplies to create container gardens that they then donate to ADEC Supported Living clients. According to Cary Kelsey, an ADEC Board Member and member of the Creekside Church of the Brethren, this is the third year for this project and it is organized and carried out entirely by volunteers.
The church has their own greenhouse and uses it to germinate the seeds and grow the seedlings that they plant, although the cool spring this year did make it more difficult. Volunteers meet to prepare the containers with sterilized potting soil, fertilizer, and lime, and then use them to plant the seedlings. They use two types of containers: “Earth Boxes” for peppers and lettuce, and large pots for various kinds of tomato plants. The Earth Boxes are covered with a plastic “shower cap” to keep weeds out. The boxes are watered through a tube in one corner of the box, while the tomato pots are watered more conventionally from the top.
Cary and his fellow volunteers then deliver the containers that afternoon to every Supported Living residence that has requested them, and there are fifteen this year. Residents are then responsible for daily watering, and later they will be able to start harvesting their own free, fresh produce. | environmental_science |
http://www.midwestweather.org/2013/04/spring-is-day-or-two-away.html | 2017-05-24T07:51:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-22/segments/1495463607806.46/warc/CC-MAIN-20170524074252-20170524094252-00578.warc.gz | 0.953404 | 121 | CC-MAIN-2017-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-22__0__158866265 | en | With the calender almost running to May, a spring pattern is finally in the works. The jet stream will push north and winds will shift to a southerly direction. This will pump up warm moist air into all of the Midwest starting Friday. This is not due to a large storm, so the warm will be sticking around, and the threat of any severe weather looks minimal. A large snow pack still persists in areas, but much of that will be gone by next week, with flooding being a concern. Coming off record snow months in the Great Plains, the warm weather is a welcomed sight. | environmental_science |
https://www.merch7.com/product/wkn162026082357444483/ | 2024-02-22T23:32:51 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473871.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222225655-20240223015655-00705.warc.gz | 0.876616 | 390 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__197171769 | en | The Nike Air Force 1 Low Crater White Black DH8083-100 is the perfect combination of style, comfort, and sustainability. These iconic low-top sneakers are part of Nike’s sustainable line of footwear, designed to reduce waste and promote eco-conscious fashion.
1. Sustainable Design: The Nike Air Force 1 Low Crater is constructed with recycled materials, including a Nike Grind rubber outsole and a Nike Regrind midsole, both made from recycled materials. By opting for these sneakers, you are contributing to the reduction of waste and environmental impact.
2. Classic Style: With its timeless silhouette and clean white and black colorway, these Air Force 1 Lows offer a versatile and effortlessly stylish look. Whether you pair them with jeans, leggings, or shorts, these sneakers will elevate any outfit.
3. Enhanced Comfort: The Air Force 1 Low Crater features a plush foam midsole that provides exceptional cushioning and support, ensuring all-day comfort. The low-top design allows for unrestricted movement and a lightweight feel, making them perfect for everyday wear.
– Colorway: White/Black
– Style Code: DH8083-100
– Low-top design
– Recycled materials: Nike Grind rubber outsole and Nike Regrind midsole
– Lace-up closure for a secure fit
– Perforations on the toe box for breathability
– Padded collar for added comfort
– Nike Air cushioning for a responsive feel
– Swoosh branding on the sides
In summary, the Nike Air Force 1 Low Crater White Black DH8083-100 offers a classic and sustainable sneaker option. With its timeless design, comfort features, and use of recycled materials, these sneakers are both fashion-forward and eco-conscious. Elevate your style while making a positive impact on the environment with these iconic low-top kicks. | environmental_science |
https://www.showbizscope.co.za/kfc-south-africas-litterlotto-campaign-sees-76-change-in-positive-consumer-behaviour-2/ | 2024-04-15T10:09:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816954.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415080257-20240415110257-00414.warc.gz | 0.949876 | 647 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__110496489 | en | KFC South Africa has announced the official launch of the brand’s partnership with Litterlotto – a first for the QSR sector in South Africa – which looks at addressing the root cause of litter and waste through behavioural science and nudge technology, encouraging consumers to bin their litter and, in return, stand the chance to be rewarded for it.
“At KFC we care for the planet and the communities in which we operate, and believe that as one of the world’s largest restaurant companies, we have the responsibility and opportunity to take action on some of the most pressing social and environmental challenges in the world. Our partnership with Litterlotto allows us to do just this by further elevating our existing sustainability approach locally through packaging and sourcing, as well as driving a much stronger approach to end-of-life packaging,” states Grant Macpherson, Chief Marketing Officer, KFC Africa.
“Our Litterlotto campaign – aptly named All Taste, No Waste – is based on a shared value approach which aims at making ‘doing good’ easy for the consumer while incentivising their participation. What’s more, consumers can bin any waste, not just KFC waste to stand a chance to win.”
Litterlotto is a free mobile phone app which provides the opportunity for users to win on-the-spot prizes and weekly jackpots for ‘doing the right thing and putting litter into the bin’. All consumers have to do is download the app, take a picture of them binning their litter and they will be entered into the KFC jackpot – giving consumers cash prizes periodically, with the opportunity to win spot prizes daily.
“As a purpose-led brand that drives a recipe for good and growth, and ensures that it is done the right way, this partnership aligns closely to our commitment to moving consumer-facing plastic packaging to be reusable, recyclable, or compostable by 2025. Furthermore, as a brand committed to growing sustainably by addressing climate change, emissions reduction in our restaurants, and investing in circularity – we are proud of this next step in our journey and believe that bringing consumers into the solution will go a long way in driving behavioural change,” continues Macpherson.
The KFC All Taste No Waste campaign, featuring LitterLotto, underwent a 3-month trial between September and December 2023, across select restaurants, and saw phenomenal success from a responsible disposal perspective. In fact, during this time the app saw 624,446 pieces of litter binned in the 3 months. Similarly, 76% of consumers who took part indicated that they are more likely to dispose of their litter more responsibly after using the app.
“There is no doubt that as an industry, we have a fundamental responsibility to not only create sustainable packaging and processes as key contributors to reducing environmental waste, but also an opportunity to leverage the scale of our brand to drive this critical behavioural change. We are excited about what this partnership can do for the communities in which we operate – incentivising positive behaviour while cleaning up our cities.” concludes Macpherson. | environmental_science |
https://wildernessprepper.com/pg-purifier-of-water-portable-water-purifier-packets-review/ | 2024-04-23T05:50:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818464.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423033153-20240423063153-00813.warc.gz | 0.941439 | 3,965 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__142440765 | en | If you’re an avid camper, hiker, or traveler, you know that access to safe, clean drinking water is absolutely crucial. That’s where the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets come in. These convenient packets are the ultimate survival water treatment solution, allowing you to turn dirty, contaminated water into fresh, clean, drinkable water.
The P&G Purifier of Water Packets are highly effective and have been registered as a disinfect by the EPA, ensuring their reliability. With the ability to remove 99.9999% of commonly found bacteria and 99.99% of viruses, these packets provide peace of mind wherever you may be. Their portable design makes them easy to carry and use anywhere in the world, whether you’re camping in the wilderness or traveling to a remote country with poor water treatment facilities.
One of the standout features of these packets is their ability to treat water in just 30 minutes. With just one packet, you can treat 2.5 gallons or 10 liters of water, allowing you to quickly and efficiently access clean, drinkable water. The unique formula used in these packets combines flocculation and disinfection, eliminating waterborne bacteria and other pollutants. Not only do these packets ensure your safety, but they also provide eco-friendly water purification.
Here are some reviews from satisfied customers who have used the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets:
- “I recently went backpacking in a remote area, and these packets were a game-changer. I was able to quickly and easily purify water from a nearby stream, ensuring that I had clean, safe drinking water throughout my trip.”
- “I always keep a few packets of the P&G Purifier of Water in my hiking backpack. They’re so lightweight and compact, and I love knowing that I can rely on them to provide clean water, no matter where I am.”
- “I’ve used these packets during my travels to countries with questionable water sources. They give me peace of mind and allow me to stay hydrated without worrying about getting sick. Highly recommend!”
With the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets, you can confidently embark on your next outdoor adventure or travel to remote destinations knowing that clean, drinkable water is just a packet away. Don’t compromise on your safety – invest in these reliable and effective water purification packets today.
Effectiveness against Bacteria
The P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets excel in their ability to effectively eliminate bacteria from contaminated water sources. With a registered disinfectant status by the EPA, these packets boast an impressive 99.9999% bacteria removal rate. This means that you can trust this portable water treatment system to protect you from harmful bacteria, ensuring that the water you consume is safe and clean.
Effectiveness against Viruses
In addition to its exceptional performance against bacteria, the P&G Purifier of Water Packets also demonstrate high efficacy in eliminating viruses. These packets have been tested and proven to remove 99.99% of commonly found viruses, providing an added layer of protection and peace of mind wherever your adventures may take you. Whether you’re camping, hiking, backpacking, or traveling to remote countries with inadequate water treatment facilities, this portable water purifier is your reliable companion.
Taste and Quality of Purified Water
While the primary concern when it comes to water purification is safety, the P&G Purifier of Water Packets go the extra mile to ensure that the purified water not only meets safety standards but also tastes good. The unique formula of these packets combines flocculation and disinfection, effectively eliminating waterborne bacteria and other pollutants that can affect the taste and quality of water. As a result, you can enjoy clean and refreshing water, even in challenging outdoor environments.
The P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets offer outstanding product performance that guarantees the provision of safe, drinkable water on your outdoor ventures. With its efficiency against bacteria and viruses, as well as its commitment to delivering clean water that tastes great, this portable water treatment solution is an essential companion for any adventurer.
Ease of Use
Instructions for Usage
Using the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets is incredibly easy. Simply follow these straightforward steps:
- Tear open a packet of the Purifier of Water powder.
- Pour the entire contents into a container filled with dirty or contaminated water.
- Stir the mixture thoroughly for 5 minutes, making sure the powder is fully dissolved.
- Let the water settle for 5 minutes.
- Filter the water through a clean cloth or paper filter to remove any remaining impurities.
- Wait for an additional 20 minutes for the water to undergo the purification process.
- Your fresh, clean, and drinkable water is now ready to be consumed.
The P&G Purifier of Water Packets utilize a unique formula that combines flocculation and disinfection to eliminate waterborne bacteria and other pollutants. The powder effectively binds to impurities, causing them to clump together and settle at the bottom of the container. It then kills 99.9999% of commonly found bacteria and 99.99% of viruses, ensuring the water is safe and drinkable.
Packaging and Portability
The P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets are conveniently packaged in a compact and lightweight design, making them perfect for outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, backpacking, hunting, and traveling. Each pack contains 12 individual packets, providing ample supply for your adventures. The packets are sealed for optimum freshness and have a current expiration date of July 2025. With each packet treating 2.5 gallons or 10 liters of water, you can easily carry enough purification power for your entire trip without the added weight of bulky filters or treatments.
Don’t just take our word for it. Here are some reviews from satisfied customers:
- “I was skeptical at first, but these packets exceeded my expectations. They are incredibly easy to use and the water taste is surprisingly great. I can now confidently drink water wherever I go!”
- “The packaging is compact and fits perfectly in my backpack. It’s a lifesaver during hiking trips, ensuring I have clean water wherever I am. Highly recommended!”
- “I’ve used different water purification methods in the past, but nothing beats the convenience and effectiveness of the P&G Purifier of Water Packets. They are my go-to solution for safe drinking water on all my outdoor adventures.”
With the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets, clean and drinkable water is just a simple process away. Stay hydrated and worry-free on your next adventure with the ultimate survival water treatment.
The P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets are incredibly versatile and can be used in a variety of different environments. Whether you are camping in the great outdoors, hiking through rugged terrain, backpacking through remote areas, or even hunting in the wilderness, these portable water purifier packets are the perfect companion to ensure you have access to clean and drinkable water.
Ideal for Outdoor Activities
If you are someone who loves spending time outside and participating in outdoor activities, these water purifier packets are a must-have item in your gear. They are compact and lightweight, making them easy to carry in your backpack or even in your pocket. You no longer have to worry about carrying heavy water bottles or searching for a clean water source, as these packets can turn any dirty, contaminated water into fresh, clean, and safe drinking water. So whether you are going on a day hike or embarking on a week-long camping trip, be sure to pack these purifier packets for a reliable and convenient source of clean water.
Traveling to Remote Areas
If you are planning on traveling to remote countries where poor water treatment facilities exist, then the P&G Purifier of Water Packets are essential for your trip. These packets have been registered as a disinfectant by the EPA and are highly effective in removing 99.9999% of commonly found bacteria and 99.99% of viruses. With just one packet, you can treat 2.5 gallons or 10 liters of water, ensuring you have access to safe and drinkable water wherever you go. So whether you are exploring the Amazon rainforest or trekking through the Sahara desert, these water purifier packets will provide you with peace of mind and the assurance that you can stay hydrated and healthy throughout your journey.
Longevity and Expiration
Expiration Date Information
When it comes to emergency water purifiers, one crucial aspect to consider is their longevity and expiration date. With the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets, you can have peace of mind knowing that you have a reliable and effective water treatment solution that will last.
Each packet of the P&G Purifier of Water has a current expiration date of July 2025, ensuring that you have plenty of time to use them for your upcoming outdoor adventures or emergency situations. This means you can stock up on these packets without the worry of them expiring anytime soon.
To maintain the effectiveness and longevity of the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets, proper storage is essential. It is recommended to keep the packets in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This will help to preserve the quality of the product and ensure that they are ready for use whenever you need them.
Consider storing the packets in airtight containers or resealable bags to protect them from moisture and potential damage. By following these storage recommendations, you can ensure that your P&G Purifier of Water remains in optimal condition, ready to provide you with clean, drinkable water whenever and wherever you need it.
- “I recently went on a camping trip and brought along the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets. These packets were a lifesaver! They turned murky lake water into crystal clear and safe drinking water. I was amazed by how effective and easy to use they were. Highly recommend!”
- “As someone who loves backpacking and exploring remote areas, I always make sure to carry the P&G Purifier of Water Packets with me. They have never let me down. Knowing that I can easily purify water from any source gives me peace of mind during my outdoor adventures.”
- “I used the P&G Purifier of Water Packets during a recent trip to a developing country with poor water treatment facilities. These packets were a game changer. They provided clean and safe drinking water without any weird taste or odor. I’ll never travel without them again!”
The P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets not only provide clean and drinkable water, but they also have a positive environmental impact. The unique formula used in these packets combines flocculation and disinfection to eliminate waterborne bacteria and other pollutants. This means that not only are harmful bacteria removed, but the water is also left free of any unpleasant tastes or odors.
By using these packets, you can trust that you are not only protecting yourself from harmful contaminants but also minimizing your impact on the environment. The eco-friendly formula ensures that water purification is achieved effectively without harming the delicate balance of nature.
Disposal of Used Packets
Another aspect of the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets that contributes to their eco-friendliness is the ease of disposal. After using a packet to treat water, you can simply dispose of it in a responsible manner. The small size and lightweight nature of the packets make them easy to carry and dispose of without leaving a trace.
It is important to note that these packets should be properly disposed of according to local waste management guidelines to ensure minimal impact on the environment. By following the appropriate disposal methods, you can continue to enjoy clean and drinkable water while being mindful of the environment.
The P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets offer a practical and environmentally friendly solution for water purification needs. With their highly effective formula and easy disposal, you can have peace of mind knowing that you are both protecting yourself and the environment.
The P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets have received positive feedback from customers who have used them in various outdoor and travel scenarios. One customer mentioned that these packets were a lifesaver during their camping trip in a remote area with no access to clean water. They were amazed at how quickly and effectively the packets turned dirty water into clean and drinkable water. Another customer praised the convenience and portability of these packets, stating that they were able to easily carry them during their backpacking trip and treat water from various sources without any issues.
“I recently went camping in a remote area and these water purifier packets were a game-changer. They truly turned dirty water into fresh and drinkable water in just 30 minutes. I felt safe knowing that I could rely on these packets to provide me with clean water during my outdoor adventure.” – Sarah
“The P&G Purifier of Water packets are truly a must-have for any outdoor enthusiast. I used them during my backpacking trip and they exceeded my expectations. Not only were they lightweight and easy to carry, but they also worked wonders in purifying water from lakes and rivers. I highly recommend these packets for anyone who values clean and safe drinking water during their outdoor activities.” – John
Comparison with Similar Products
Alternative Water Purification Methods
When it comes to ensuring clean drinking water while on the go, there are several alternative methods available. One commonly used method is boiling water, which effectively kills bacteria and viruses. However, this process requires a heat source and can be time-consuming.
Another popular option is using water purification tablets, which work by releasing chemicals such as chlorine or iodine into the water to kill harmful pathogens. While these tablets are convenient, they can leave behind an unpleasant taste and odor.
In comparison to alternative water purification methods, the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets stands out as a highly effective and convenient option. These packets have been registered by the EPA as a disinfectant and are proven to remove 99.9999% of bacteria and 99.99% of viruses.
Not only do these packets provide reliable purification, but they also offer the advantage of being lightweight and portable. Unlike bulky water filters or large containers, the P&G Purifier of Water packets can easily fit into your backpack or pocket, making them ideal for camping, hiking, backpacking, hunting, or traveling.
Furthermore, the P&G packets are designed to deliver clean and drinkable water that tastes good. With a unique formula that combines flocculation and disinfection, these packets effectively eliminate waterborne bacteria and other pollutants.
In just 30 minutes, one packet can treat 2.5 gallons or 10 liters of water, providing a quick and efficient water purification solution wherever you are. Plus, with the current expiration date of July 2025, you can have peace of mind knowing that these packets will remain effective for a long time.
The P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets surpasses alternative methods with its effectiveness, convenience, and ability to provide clean water that is safe to drink.
Where to Buy
P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets can be purchased from authorized retailers. These retailers are authorized by P&G to sell their products and ensure that you are getting the genuine product. Some of the authorized retailers include:
Outdoor supply stores: Visit your local outdoor supply store to find the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets. These stores often carry a wide range of camping and hiking gear, making it convenient to find everything you need for your outdoor adventures in one place.
Pharmacy stores: Many pharmacy stores also stock the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets. Check with your local pharmacy to see if they carry this product and ensure you have access to clean drinking water wherever you go.
In addition to authorized retailers, you can also purchase the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets online. Online platforms offer convenience and the ability to shop from the comfort of your own home. Some popular online platforms where you can find this product include:
P&G official website: Visit the official P&G website to purchase the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets. This ensures you are buying directly from the manufacturer and can trust the authenticity of the product.
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With various authorized retailers and online platforms, it is easy to find and purchase the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets. Ensure you are buying from a trusted source to guarantee the quality and effectiveness of the product.
Here are some reviews of the product:
“I recently purchased the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets for a camping trip, and I was amazed at how well they worked. The water tasted clean and refreshing, and I felt confident that it was safe to drink. I highly recommend these packets for anyone who loves the outdoors.” – John S.
“I travel frequently to remote countries where clean water is scarce. The P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets have been a game-changer for me. They are compact and lightweight, making them easy to carry in my backpack. I no longer have to worry about getting sick from contaminated water. These packets are a must-have for any traveler.” – Sarah L.
“I always make sure to have the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets with me when I go hiking or camping. They are easy to use and provide peace of mind knowing that I can have clean drinking water wherever I go. The expiration date is also a plus, as it gives me plenty of time to use the packets before they expire. I highly recommend these for anyone who enjoys outdoor activities.” – Mark D.
These reviews demonstrate the high-quality and effectiveness of the P&G Purifier of Water Portable Water Purifier Packets. Invest in these packets to ensure you have access to clean drinking water during your outdoor adventures. | environmental_science |
http://ktikiti.blogspot.com/2015/03/one-problem-with-kursis-charter.html | 2018-06-23T10:25:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-26/segments/1529267864957.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20180623093631-20180623113631-00383.warc.gz | 0.960776 | 1,300 | CC-MAIN-2018-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-26__0__237905201 | en | The Kursis Charter is a T20 campaign, and was included in the T20 Referee's Screen. The campaign is good and, in general, complete and well thought-out.
However, there are some issues with it. Not with the campaign itself, per se, but with one of the planets it takes place on...
THE RADIOACTIVE TAINT IN MIIP'S ATMOSPHERE
The planet Miip in Ley Sector (0819 E999546-3) is the setting of an important series of scenes in this campaign. I won't go over them here for a very specific reason (at least one of my players reads this blog), but I will discuss that taint...
Miip itself is a very, very, VERY wet world. On the world's only inhabited island (essentially a small continent), it rains almost every day, sometimes for days on end. Sunshine seems to be a 'fleeting' occurence.
Here are the relevant sections from the setting regarding the taint and atmosphere/weather (paraphrased):
"radioactive dust taint in the atmosphere; only filters, breath masks required."
"The atmospheric taint may be the result of nuclear bombardment in the distant past, but this is unproven."
"storms can rage for whole days at a time."
What?? Let's cover that radiation angle first.
On a world this wet, how can any radioactive dust remain in the air? All that rain would remove it from the atmosphere, unless it were being replenished. Normal weather patterns and events would not be enough (as far as I know) to bring the radioactive dust back up into the atmosphere, not when it is this wet. If the world were covered with deserts, that'd be suitable, but not on this wet world.
Next, if the atmosphere were entirely filled with radioactive dust, as the campaign guide implies, more than a single city, or even a dozen, would have to be obliterated to produce that much dust, and keep it in the atmosphere for several thousand years. And that level of bombardment would certainly be detectable by the inhabitants, the Imperial Survey, and even the odd space traveller or two.
These numbers aren't exact, of course, as we do not have any real comparison in our real-life experience. However, we did heavily damage two cities with atom bombs at the end of World War 2. To my knowledge (I could easily be wrong about this!) there is currently no lingering dust in our atmosphere from this event, 70 years later, nor even a decade later.
ANIMALS AND LIFEFORMS IN RADIOACTIVE ATMOSPHERES
It is certainly possible for lifeforms to develop which can effectively deal with this type of atmosphere (or so I'm told; I'm no xeno-biologist). However, such lifeforms will be completely inedible for human consumption, or should be.
The campaign sourcebook states the 'native' Ursa on Miip generally lead a hunter-gatherer existence, eating local lifeforms for survival and sustenance. One can also assume that some Terran/human-compatible lifeforms from other environments have been introduced, and that these are also consumed.
There are two problems with this. First, I doubt that human or Ursa biologies would be capable of consuming meat from sources which can endure radioactive environments. Don't quote me on that for certain, as I'm no scientist, but it does make sense. Second, Terran life would have an extremely difficult time surviving this environment, with 'dust-borne' radiation, which would accumulate on surfaces, be blown by harsh winds into the eyes, etc. (See below.)
Add in the long-term issues involved with general radioactivity exposure (genetic damage, mutations, et al), and you have a seriously uninhabitable planet. At least for Terran lifeforms, which is the point here.
THE WIND OF MIIP'S ATMOSPHERE
"In between storms, powerful winds howl across the surface, uprooting trees and demolishing weak structures."
There are two things implied in this statement. First, during periods of 'relative calm' between the storms, the 'entire planet', or at least the entire area inhabited by the locals, is constantly swept by high speed winds.
I could see some trees or weaker/damaged structures being felled by winds after they'd taken significant water damage, or had their roots loosened from the soil by water saturation. That makes sense. But constantly? That is what this statement implies.
My interpretation: the winds can get that rough, but this occurs only 'infrequently'.
And if these periods of 'calm' are so bad, just how dangerous are the frequent storms?
I'm certain there are points I am missing about these topics, and this particular planetary write-up. C'est la vie. Feel free to post comments if you'd like.
The main point I'm (slowly) trying to make: as written, this is not a viable planet for human habitation.
How is this issue (as I see it) fixed?
Solution 1: Change the taint. Perhaps the taint is the high levels of humidity, created by the 90% or so surface water, along with the extensive rains. Or maybe it is actually some biological taint - hallucinogenic plant pollen (overdone in Traveller), or pollen which causes cancer in humans (also overdone in Traveller).
Solution 2: Change the atmosphere. This is the solution I will use in my setting, changing it from 9 (Dense, Tainted) to 8 (Dense, Standard), keeping the weather patterns (and that unrelenting rain) unchanged. All that rain, wind, and storms are more than enough challenge for a PC party.
There are, undoubtedly, many other ways to 'fix' this issue. One could be to ignore it, running the setting 'as is'. Most players won't care. Another could be to discern some natural function causing the issue. Or perhaps some other, unnatural solution will present itself. (Ancients, anyone?)
Whatever a referee chooses to do with this issue, be sure to give your players a great gaming experience! | environmental_science |
http://www.paddlingadventures.net/slider/patagonia/?nggpage=11 | 2016-08-25T00:53:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-36/segments/1471982292697.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20160823195812-00280-ip-10-153-172-175.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.912815 | 1,245 | CC-MAIN-2016-36 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-36__0__141591601 | en | You’re sitting on a wild, solitary beach, watching whales only a few yards away. You’re lying on the sand close to sea lions. You’re paddling the home bays of whales, elephant seals, sea lions, penguins — the safe havens where these animals mate and bear their young. There are so many whales that there’s a whale research station close by. It’s cool, silent and barren. The horizons are endless. This is our new trip to Patagonia.
We paddle in the wildlife refuge of Peninsula Valdes, in Chubut, Argentina, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Most nights we camp on the stunning, solitary beaches of Patagonia. Peninsula Valdes is best known as the nursery and sanctuary for the endangered Southern Right whale and is the only breeding ground for the elephant seal. On the gravel beaches, the sea lions mate and then raise their pups. Close to shore in the bays, the whales gather, mate, give birth, nurse and raise their calves.
In the barren Patagonian steppes, we can see guanaco, armadillos, foxes, cavy (a large rodent), Patagonian skunk, and the pampas cat. Birdwatchers can see the Magellanic penguin, kelp gulls, lesser rhea, cormorants, egrets, blackish oystercatcher, and flying steamer.
Because we paddle in remote areas, we carry all food and equipment in our sea kayaks. This is an expedition style trip, where we pitch our tents, camp out on the beaches and bathe in the ocean. We set up non-permanent camps and always try to leave no impact on the sites. Breakfasts include good coffee, cereal, eggs, juice and fresh bread. Lunches are sandwiches and salads. Dinners are international favorites with a fruit dessert.
On the first and last nights of the trip we stay in comfortable local inns with private bathrooms. And as always, we start and end the trip with special celebration dinners.
Patagonia’s dramatic solitude amazes visitors. It’s so remote and desolate that the early missionaries ignored it. Because of the dry steppes and isolation, the ruins of ancient Indian villages stayed undisturbed. The first Europeans in this area were – surprisingly — Welsh settlers who came in 1865, bringing their language and culture to their new world. The town of Trelew, where we start and end the trip, was settled by the Welsh. Even today, Welsh is the language of home and chapel in many Trelew homes.
This trip is our dream come true: lying on beaches just a few yards from sea lions and seeing whales close up. Come along with us on this year’s exploratory adventure!
Welcome at Trelew airport and transfer to the tourist village of Puerto Pirámides. Meet guide to review medical information, check on the equipment and answer any questions.
Accommodation in Puerto Pirámides.
Early in the morning we leave Puerto Pirámides to head towards Punta Buenos Aires, the northernmost edge of Golfo San Jose. After driving for about two hours on a gravel road we get to the place where our first expedition day takes place. In the afternoon we set up our camp, get our kayaks ready and receive from the guide a navigation safety briefing and instructions about our expected conduct in a protected area.
Time allows for a seaside hike to visit a small lighthouse.
DAY 3 – DAY 8
As we paddle along San José northern coastline we discover varied beaches, bays and coves. We visit Puerto San Ramón, Bengoa beach where there’s a small artisanal fishermen settlement, Punta Conos, Beach El 39, and Playa Fracaso to eventually arrive at Punta Tehuelche. We leave our kayaks in Punta Conos to walk this area. Conos, named after some cone-like hillocks, boasts a huge concentration of marine fossils dating back million years typical of Peninsula Valdés protected area. The wind blowing on the dunes uncovers and covers back again ancient Tehuelche settlements that existed along the Patagonian coast allowing us to recognize elements used by the natives such as utensils and arrowheads and to see the places where they used to eat. Beach El 39 is a research area for Southern Right whales for which the ICB, a local whale conservation organization reporting to the Whale Conservation Institute & Ocean Alliance, is responsible. We pay a visit to the scientist that work there and to their field lab.
We also visit Playa Fracaso wetland, a sanctuary for neartic migratory shorebirds such as red knot, white rumped sandpiper and Hudsonian godwit among others. This is where they stop for rest and food in their long trip from the Arctic to Tierra del Fuego.
Early in the morning, after breakfast, we break off camp and start touring Península Valdés. Our vehicle takes us to the most attractive spots such as Punta Norte and Caleta Valdés eventually dropping us at Estancia Rincón Chico, located 3kms from Punta Delgada. During the tour, we visit colonies of Magellanic penguins and Southern elephant seals, and observe the steppe wildlife along our way.
Overnight and farewell dinner at the typical country Inn-style, Rincón Chico.
After breakfast we get ready to visit a southern elephant seal colony. Lunch at Rincón Chico and transfer to Puerto Pirámides to visit the small tourist village and board
the whale-watching excursion.
Transfer to Trelew airport where our adventure comes to an end.
Note: Whale watching tour at Puerto Pirámides is offered on day 1. If we have forced to cancel this tour due the weather conditions, the tour will run on day 6. | environmental_science |
https://naturespeaks.substack.com/p/green-nobel-prize-2021 | 2023-06-05T12:37:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224652116.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20230605121635-20230605151635-00004.warc.gz | 0.956976 | 305 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__48832490 | en | Green Nobel Prize 2021
The prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize, also known as the “Green Nobel Prize” will be awarded today to six environmental activists, one from each of the world’s inhabited continents.
This year’s winners include a special education teacher whose activism stopped the construction of a billion-dollar plastics manufacturing plant along the Mississippi River; a woman whose efforts led to the creation of a national park in Peru the size of Yellowstone; a community leader whose organizing and 500-day blockade of heavy equipment stopped the construction of two dams in the Balkans; an activist who helped cancel 13 coal power plants in Japan and is the first female prize winner from Japan; a man who has dedicated his life to rescuing endangered pangolins from the illegal wildlife trade and ending poaching; and a woman who fought for a national ban on thin plastics manufacturing in Malawi.
“When it comes to the environment, the global community of grassroots activists, leaders, thinkers, and philanthropists is only growing and becoming more sophisticated, more united, more powerful,” Susie Gelman, vice president of the Goldman Environmental Foundation, said in a press release.
“These Prize winners have so much to teach us about the path forward and how to maintain the balance with nature that is key to our survival,” Gelman said. “They have not been silenced — despite great risks and personal hardship — and we must also not be silent, either. It takes all of us.” | environmental_science |
https://moretonbay.net/pages/moreton-bay | 2023-06-06T08:27:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224652494.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20230606082037-20230606112037-00748.warc.gz | 0.947075 | 460 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__244721495 | en | Stunning Moreton Bay
The waters of Moreton Bay a usually relatively calm, being sheltered from large swells by Moreton, Stradbroke and Bribie Islands. The Bay has an average depth of 6.8 meters (22ft) with some parts as deep as 30 meters. The Bay covers 1,523 square kilometers. The average annual temperature of the sea here ranges from 21 degrees in July to 27 degrees in February. Humpback whales venture into the bay every winter and spring during the annual migration between feeding grounds.
Bush & Beach Walks
Moreton Island is famous for its wide sandy white beaches and with almost 17,000 ha of national park there is much to see. There are a number of great nature walks from the Tangalooma Wrecks area.
Walk to 'the desert' and track back via 'the ridge'.
Massive Sandhill Views
Tangalooma has a number of massive sandhills that extend from the beach into the national park. The aboriginal name for Moreton Island is 'Moorgumpin' meaning 'the place of sandhills.
MARINE PARK WILDLIFE EXPERIENCES
Humpback whales are regular visitors to Moreton Bay Marine Park and are amazing to watch. Every winter and spring they travel via Moreton Bay on their annual migration between their feeding grounds in the Southern Ocean and their breeding and calving areas in northern tropical waters. Whale season in Moreton Bay typically runs from June to November.
Brisbane is unique among the major cities of Australia in having an abundance of dolphins in local waters. Its resident species include both the Bottlenose dolphin and the Indo-Pacific Humback Dolphin.
Moreton Bay has the largest resident population of Bottlenose dolphins in the world.
Moreton Bay Marine Park is one of the few places in the world where large populations of turtles are found so close to a capital city. Of the world's seven turtle species, all but the Kemp's ridley have been found here.
The marine park has at least five "year round" resident turtle species; green, loggerhead, Pacific ridley, flatback and hawksbill turtles. | environmental_science |
https://www.parterre.dk/projects/static-caravan/ | 2023-10-01T15:50:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510903.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20231001141548-20231001171548-00595.warc.gz | 0.911901 | 457 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__301390761 | en | Static Caravan is a development of the unique British static caravan typology, a complete prefabricated summer holiday dwelling. Designed for an extended family, to replace their 40 year old caravan in north-west England, the 32m² design explores how to progress this typology to be used through more months of the year, improve space and material qualities, and provide more generous views over the beautiful national park.
The static caravan concept is an ideal solution for creating dwellings in our most treasured landscapes because of their minimal impact on the ground. An elevated mobile steel base chassis on wheels needs no earth-penetrating foundations and with being fully-built off-site there is minimal disturbance to nature during construction and installation. Solar panels and batteries, rainwater collection and water tanks, and a compost toilet replace the need for underground services. Therefore when they are removed there is the least possible change to the landscape.
Type: New-build prefabricated holiday dwelling
Location: Lake District National Park, UK
Parterre Services: Sketch Project & Feasibility Study
Status: Feasibility phase
The existing caravan arriving on site in the 1980’s
The materials chosen for the design aim to respond to the local environment and building culture while increasing the tactile quality for users. Cork cladding is used for its rough, earthy texture to respond to the rugged surroundings, and because it’s light weight is necessary to keep the overall weight down for mobility. The cork is stained green to meet local regulations to blend into the landscape. Below the cork is a dry stone wall, a traditional local building, constructed on-site with local Silurian slate to give the dwelling a solidity and to protect its underside from the sheep that inhabit the field with the caravan. Inside unique and locally mined Westmorland green slate tiles are used for worktops and benches to add a material richness and connection to the proud history of the area.
A high-performance construction is used to progress traditional static caravan designs that have very thin walls because of the space requirement, weight restrictions, and their summer time use. With contemporary high-performance insulation and membranes the thin walls can be retained while dramatically improving heat loss performance. | environmental_science |
http://racialicious.tumblr.com/post/33304878969/theimplicationsoftransportationracism | 2014-10-22T09:32:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-42/segments/1413507446525.24/warc/CC-MAIN-20141017005726-00284-ip-10-16-133-185.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.938711 | 189 | CC-MAIN-2014-42 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-42__0__111835359 | en | Transportation systems do not spring up out of the thin air. They are planned—and, in many cases, planned poorly when it comes to people of color. Conscious decisions determine the location of freeways, bus stops, fueling stations, and train stations. Decisions to build highways, expressways, and beltways, have far-reaching effects on land use, energy policies, and the environment. Decisions by county commissioners to bar the extension of public transit to job-rich economic activity centers in suburban counties and instead spend their transportation dollars on repairing and expanding the nation’s roads have serious mobility implications for central city residents. Together, all these transportation decisions shape United States metropolitan area, growth patterns, physical mobility, and economic opportunities. These same transportation policies have also aided, and in some cases, subsidized, racial, economic, and environmental inequities as evidenced by the segregated housing and spatial layout of our central cities and suburbs. | environmental_science |
https://www.mason.chemistry.harvard.edu/research | 2019-09-20T23:07:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514574084.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20190920221241-20190921003241-00157.warc.gz | 0.884971 | 308 | CC-MAIN-2019-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__78611060 | en | The Mason Group applies the tools of synthetic chemistry and nanotechnology to the design of materials that address basic science challenges in energy and sustainable development. We are particularly interested in the development of chemical strategies to manipulate entropic effects, phase transitions, and porosity at different length scales in inorganic and organic materials.
Advanced materials that can store high capacities of thermal energy and deliver it on demand are critical to the more efficient and sustainable utilization of energy. Through the development of strategies to manipulate the thermodynamics and kinetics of order-disorder transitions, our laboratory synthesizes new phase-change materials for thermal energy storage and heat management.
Owing to their myriad size- and shape-dependent magnetic, electronic, catalytic, optical, and mechanical properties, colloidal nanocrystals are exceptionally powerful building blocks for the construction of tunable materials. Our laboratory investigates porous materials composed of inorganic nanocrystals bridged by rigid organic ligands. These materials will exhibit novel properties that are derived from individual nanocrystals and their collective interactions, along with functionalized organic ligands and guest species in well-defined pores.
Porous nanocrystals with well-defined shapes, sizes, and surface chemistries offer opportunities for realizing properties that are not conventionally associated with porous materials and for addressing long-standing challenges in adsorption. Our laboratory is interested in the development of nanocrystal-based self-cooling and self-heating adsorbents, membranes for water purification, and liquids with intrinsic porosity. | environmental_science |
https://joint-br.net/forums/topic/snake-by-christopher-mattison-fb2-download/ | 2021-04-12T12:42:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038067400.24/warc/CC-MAIN-20210412113508-20210412143508-00543.warc.gz | 0.787592 | 478 | CC-MAIN-2021-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__50688135 | en | 2020年11月15日 6:09 AM #9305Jessica Mcgovernゲスト
by Christopher Mattison
- ISBN: 9780756613655 (0756613655)
- Release date: January 23, 2006
- Genres: animals, science
- Author: Christopher Mattison
- Format: paperback, 192 pages
- Publisher: DK
- Language: english
About The Book
A comprehensive, best-selling guide to more than 3,000 snake species for fans of snakes, snake owners, and students — now in an updated second edition produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution.
Get to know more than 3,000 snakes from around the world, from the familiar, massive Green Anaconda to the deadly Tropical Rattlesnake, the Reticulated Python, Red-Spitting Cobra, Puff Adder, Gaboon Viper, and more. Learn about the lesser-known dainty Leopard Snake, whose bright markings trick predators — and often humans — into thinking it is a deadly viper.
Snake uses gorgeous, full-color photographs of 60 snakes to showcase what makes these reptiles so extraordinary, and includes more than 450 illustrations and detailed close-up photographs that show the snakes in action.
Herpetology expert and wildlife photographer Chris Mattison accompanies each profile with fascinating snake facts and trivia on the snake’s physical and behavioral characteristics, information about habitats, reproductive behavior, feeding, defense, and more. Plus, the updated, easy-to-reference Snake Directory lists every snake species within the 18 snake families, including little-known and rarely sighted species.
Snake is a beautiful and comprehensive guide to some of nature’s more compelling animals.
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http://ovhealth.weebly.com/health-news-updates/archives/10-2012 | 2020-02-17T00:25:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875141460.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20200217000519-20200217030519-00407.warc.gz | 0.921119 | 912 | CC-MAIN-2020-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__16015504 | en | With the potential weather predicted for Potter County and much of the east coast, the Potter County Department of Emergency Services advises everyone to prepare now for the remnants of Hurricane Sandy and other severe weather predicted for early next week. Weather forecasters are predicting a very powerful, damaging, multi-day storm with high winds, heavy precipitation and flooding.
Residents are advised to stay alert by listening to the National Weather Service forecast for updates. Weather updates are available at http://weather.gov. Additional information on how to prepare for an emergency can also be found at www.ready.gov or by calling 1-800-BE-READY
Local utility companies are also preparing for the possibility of extended power outages. Residents are encouraged to prepare for the possibility of power outages lasting up to 7-10 days . Have on hand:
*Flashlight and extra batteries handy.
*Fresh batteries in your smoke detectors and CO2 detectors
* Emergency supply of bottled water and/or fill bathtubs with fresh water.
* Emergency supply of convenience foods.
*Necessary prescription medicines are filled and in travel case
*Extra blankets or sleeping bags available.
*Battery-powered radio with extra batteries on hand
*List of emergency contacts and phone numbers
*A Plain, hard-wired telephone handy; many cordless phones may not work if a power outage occurs. Cell phones may not work as well. Note..Cell phones may be charged using your car charger.
*If there is a potential for flooding in your area, elevate your furnace, water heater and electrical panel in your home
*DO NOT use gas stove, kerosene heaters or open-flame heat sources for warmth.
Residents are encouraged to fill their vehicle gas tanks, generators, and gas cans as fuel supplies may be limited during power outages. Sump pumps should also be checked and ready to run for extended periods.
Residents are encouraged to report any power outages to their local supplier. Estimated Time of Restoration may not be available in the early part of the storm.
To report an outage, First Energy Customers (West Penn Power & Penelec) should call
West Penn Power & Penelec customers can view power outage maps at www.firstenergycorp.com. Select Current Outage Maps under Outages.
Twitter updates are available via @W_Penn_Power and @Penelec.
Tri-County Rural Electric customers should call 1-800-343-2559 or 716-662-2175 to report power outages. Outage information can be viewed at http://www.tri-countyrec.com/trico/stormoutages.asp
Stay away from downed power lines and anything touching them!!
The PA Department of Transportation reminds motorists who must travel to be cautious as they travel throughout the storm period, allowing extra time to reach their destinations. Motorists are encouraged to drive defensively and to check road conditions before they head out as conditions may change drastically. Up-to-date road condition information is available at www.511PA.com.
If weather conditions become extremely dangerous, motorists are urged to stay off highways to make it easier for PA DOT to clear the roads and for local law enforcement to respond to emergency situations. If you must travel, motorists should pack an emergency travel kit including first aid supplies, non-perishable food, water, warm clothes, a blanket and a small snow shovel.
Several inches of rain are being predicted. To help reduce the potential for additional flooding issues, residents should make sure their gutters and storm drains are clean and free of debris, leaves, etc.
In the event of flooding…
*MOVE to higher ground
*STAY OUT of low lying areas which are subject to flooding
*DO NOT cross flowing streams
*DO NOT drive through flooded areas or standing water.
*DO NOT drive around barricades
It is also important to take care of your pets in an emergency. Just as we prepare our families to survive during an emergency, we must also prepare for our pets including a three day supply of food and water, medicines, first aid kits, color with ID tags, and crate or other pet carrier.
If you live alone, or are not able to be alone for such an extended time, arrange to stay with friends or relatives during the emergency. DO NOT wait until last minute to prepare or relocate in case travel is hazardous. | environmental_science |
http://locusenergy.com/news?month_year=All&combine=&page=2 | 2017-06-28T06:56:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-26/segments/1498128322873.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20170628065139-20170628085139-00251.warc.gz | 0.901633 | 187 | CC-MAIN-2017-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-26__0__25344883 | en | With the addition of the PV monitoring and data analytics company, Genscape -- part of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc conglomerate -- will expand its operations into the burgeoning solar sector.
Leading energy monitoring group Genscape has acquired PV performance monitoring and data analytics company Locus Energy in an effort to expand its core business into the solar sector and broaden its customer base.
As a leading provider of energy data and intelligence, the addition of Locus’ solar PV monitoring business to Genscape’s existing assets “will deliver exceptional value to a broader set of end-users and customers,” the Kentucky-based company added.
“The timing couldn’t be better,” said Locus Energy CEO Michael Herzig. “We share the same core value of delivering a customer experience that is second to none, combined with exceptional long-term financial security.” | environmental_science |
https://www.michaelabrosnan.com/blog/2018/4/20/dominion | 2019-09-21T09:18:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514574377.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20190921084226-20190921110226-00468.warc.gz | 0.931254 | 532 | CC-MAIN-2019-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__204779211 | en | I just finished reading David Quammen's remarkable book The Song of the Dodo. It's a tough read mostly because the writing is excellent, but the truth he reveals about species extinction is just flat-out sad. Quammen has done a huge amount of research and legwork to tell the story of the scientists who have studied species endangerment and extinction. Specifically, he examines island ecosystems and how they give rise to remarkable species diversity and yet are also hotbeds of extinction.
This book was first published in 1996, so I know the story has changed in the past 20 years. But it still strikes me as an important read. I don't think it's possible to read Quammen's passage on the last living dodo and not cry...
I have long chafed at the Christian notion that humankind has "dominion" over all the other species on Earth. It strikes me as a ridiculously egotistic notion. For our own sake and the sake of the Earth, we seriously need to get serious about ecosystem sustainability. Our actions, as many folks have made clear, are leading to an accelerated pace of species extinction. It's going to get mighty lonely around here.
I transformed a passage late in the book into a poem. I hope this still falls under the fair-use rules. I think it gets to the heart of the matter.
If it’s not the Concho water snake,
It’s the muriqui.
If it’s not the muriqui,
It’s the Florida panther.
If it’s not the Florida panther,
It’s the eastern barred bandicoot
In Australia, or the tiger in Asia,
Or the cheetah in Africa,
Or the indri in Madagascar,
Or the northern spotted owl
In the Pacific Northwest,
Or the black-footed ferret in Wyoming,
Or the Bay checkerspot butterfly
In California. Or the grizzly bear,
Which in the contiguous United States
Is now confined to half-dozen islands
Of montane forest, most of them too small
To accommodate a viable population of grizzlies.
The pattern is widespread.
All over the planet, the distributional maps
Of imperiled species are patchy.
The patches are winking.
In some instances they’re winking
On and off, but
In many instances they’re merely
— found poem in David Quammen’s The Song of the Dodo, page 601-602 | environmental_science |
http://favebot.com/trackings/26446/discoveries?media_type=BOOK | 2013-05-25T15:55:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368705957380/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516120557-00080-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.92035 | 5,605 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__131576007 | en | Tilapia farming is not just for commercial farming and fishing industries!
By building a backyard Tilapia & Aquaponics Garden, you can:
- know where your food comes from
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- be prepared for disasters with your own food sources
- be self-sustaining
- produce 2x-4x more vegetables than a soil garden, and
- 50% faster
Whether you have 5 cu ft to work with or several acres, there are Aquaponic options for you.
In this introductory book you'll learn
- Types of Systems
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And much more! Category: Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Biological Sciences > Plants
In this timely new book, BBC star and Gardening World's thrifty and resourceful Alys Fowler shows that there is a way to take the good life and re-fashion it to fit in with life in the city. Abandoning the limitations of traditional gardening methods, she has created a beautifully productive garden where tomatoes sit happily next to roses, carrots are woven between the lavenders and potatoes grow in pots on the patio. And all of this is produced in a way that mimics natural systems, producing delicious homegrown food for her table. And she shares her favorite recipes for the hearty dishes, pickles and jams she makes to use up her bountiful harvest, proving that no-one need go hungry on her grow-your-own regime.Category: Cookbooks, Food & Wine > Canning & Preserving
Good for the pocket, good for the environment and hugely rewarding for the soul, The Edible Garden urges urbanites everywhere to chuck out the old gardening rules and create their own haven that's as good to look at as it is to eat.
Grow more veggies—in less space and with less work—than you ever thought possible!
Having a backyard garden in a small space got a lot easier when the first edition of this wonderful handbook was published. Now it gets even easier—Raised-Bed Vegetable Gardening Made Simple has been revised!
Framed raised beds and a modular approach to growing vegetables means more production in less space and with less work. Whether you live in a small city apartment or on a large country estate, you’ll find something in this book to help with your specific gardening challenges. Nones shows you how to set everything up and then gives you in-depth descriptions of all the procedures needed to achieve gardening success: sowing seeds, thinning, transplanting, cultivating, mulching, watering, harvesting, pest control, composting, crop rotation, and seed saving. It’s a complete gardening guide for both the beginner and the experienced gardener, useful for those who have never tried raised beds before as well as for those who have already tried a raised-bed system. Far less bending, far less weeding, more produce at harvest time—gardeners, what have you been waiting for?
Raymond Nones is a dirt-under-the-fingernails organic practitioner and proud penny-pincher who lives and gardens in Queens, New York.B&W illustrations throughout Category: Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Gardening & Landscape Design
Garden Guide - A No Nonsense, No PhD, No Fuss Guide to Great Gardens with Hand-Holding How To's for Beginners and Straightforward Instruction for Advanced Gardeners by Sarah Olver
We’ve all admired our neighbor’s gorgeous gardens filled with flowering perennials and longed to recreate their beauty in our own back yard. But if we’re being honest, when it comes to gardening, most of us have no idea where to begin. Additionally, in these economic times, who can afford to hire an expert to come in and do the job for us? That said, regular folks all across North America and Europe are returning to the soil, shovels in hand. With the help of this book, there is absolutely no need to fly blind into the world of green thumbs, perennials, and herbs. The name--Garden Guide: A No Nonsense, No PhD Guide to Great Gardens with Hand-Holding How To’s for Beginners and Straightforward Instruction for Advanced Gardeners—truly says it all. Indeed, this book is the hand-holding garden guide that will walk even the most timid novice right through the gardening process from beginning to end.
In addition to straight forward, practical advice in everyday language, you will love the stories and anecdotes Olver shares from her fifteen years of backyard, organic gardening adventures. Easy and entertaining, you‘ll probably read this book in one sitting, but you’ll reference it for years to come. The beauty of Garden Guide is that Olver divides her advice into two sections: Beginning Gardeners and Advanced Gardeners. No matter what your skill level, there are simple explanations, tips, and tricks that will walk you through every aspect of the garden process. Garden Guide features details such as:
• Everything you need to know about location, from sunlight to drainage to selecting just the right spot
• How to understand soil types, how to amend and condition them
• pH levels and soil testing broken down in simple terms
• Step by Step guide for planning your PERFECT garden no matter where the location
• Fertilizing made manageable with explanations for all those numbers and organic alternatives
• Composting broken down so you can start immediately
• Pests obliterated with loads of organic suggestions
• The basics of garden maintenance from deadheading to dividing perennials
• Loads of helpful website suggestions for purchasing plants online, getting ideas, locating county extension offices, perennial databases and so much more.
• Gardening terms are defined in language you will both understand and remember
If you have time to read only one book on gardening, this is the book to choose. Short enough not to feel like an encyclopedia and just long enough to wet your gardening appetite, Olver has woven basic garden science and practical ideas for everyday people into each page. With her warm, inviting, no-nonsense instruction, you will be amazed how simple and doable gardening really is. Not only will it thoroughly educate you in basic gardening, Garden Guide will send you well on your way toward beautiful perennials gardens and leave you inspired and hungry to begin planting in your own patch of earth. Category: Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Gardening & Landscape Design
Greek Revival from the Garden: Growing and Cooking for Life (Young Palmetto Books) by Patricia Moore-Pastides
Patricia Moore-Pastides, author of Greek Revivial: Cooking for Life, heads to the garden in this new cookbook that makes a do-it-yourself healthful lifestyle possible, offering guidance on how to pursue healthy eating, starting from the ground up. Moore-Pastides, an accomplished cook and public-health professional, presents all new recipes focused on bringing the bounty of the garden to the table in easy and accessible ways. Targeting young adults but valuable for all novices, Greek Revival from the Garden focuses on the time-tested Mediterranean diet--recommended for great taste, good health, and long life--and on learning simple, delicious cooking methods that foster a happy and healthy relationship with good food.
The growing section provides all the information necessary for those interested in organic gardening to cultivate an exciting array of fruits and vegetables in containers, raised beds, or yard gardens. Topics include preparing the soil, composting to create organic fertilizer, watering, working with basic tools, and dealing with common pests and problems. Color photographs are provided to inspire new gardeners toward more than just tomatoes and cucumbers.
Greek Revival from the Garden then invites the reader into the kitchen. This section assumes little prior cooking knowledge or experience and includes kitchen safety, common equipment and cooking methods, and observations from cooking class participants. The highlight of the cooking section are the recipes themselves: a beautifully photographed sampling of fifty mouth-watering dishes prepared with the harvest of homegrown vegetables as the stars, including garden gazpacho, curried butternut squash and apple soup, and nut crusted creamy almond fruit tart.
Throughout the book, Moore-Pastides inspires healthy habits by introducing simple ways to grow and prepare nutritious dishes, and promotes a long and fulfilling lifetime relationship with food from garden to table. Category: Teens > Sports & Hobbies
These tricks will help you have the garden of your dreams while saving you time and money. Many tips offer solutions for recycling or reusing, so you don't have to go broke to have a great garden this year! Category: Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Gardening & Landscape Design
Low cost gardening
Always wanted to have a garden but thought it would be too costly?
With these money saving ideas you can have a great garden full of different plants in a short space of time. There are many ways to save money and have a great garden at the same time. You don’t even need to buy all the plants you want as you can swap with neighbours and friends and grow more of your favourites from the plants you already have.
Depending on the type of plant you can take cuttings, collect seeds and divide the root ball. All of these things happen at different times of the year but you will soon have a collection of plants you can swap for plants you would like.
You don’t need to buy costly mulch and compost; you can make your own from kitchen scraps, garden waste and newspaper. Many items can be recycled to make pots for plants; and garden edges can be made from recycled products like old bricks, lengths of timber or you can just use a spade to make a neat edge for your garden beds.
If you are worried about using expensive chemicals on your garden you can make your own to get rid of weeds and pests and diseases. You will have a totally organic garden if you want to as you will be using natural ways to deter the pests and diseases. Category: Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Gardening & Landscape Design
Gaining Ground: A Story of Farmers' Markets, Local Food, and Saving the Family Farm by Forrest Pritchard
One fateful day in 1996, after discovering that five freight cars' worth of glittering corn have reaped a tiny profit of $18.16, young Forrest Pritchard vows to save his family's farm. What ensues--through hilarious encounters with all manner of livestock and colorful local characters--is a crash course in sustainable agriculture. Pritchard's biggest ally is his renegade father, who initially questions his son's career choice and rejects organic foods for sugary mainstream fare. But just when the farm starts to turn heads at local farmers' markets, his father's health takes a turn for the worse. With poetry and humor, this inspiring memoir tugs on the heartstrings and feeds the soul long after the last page is turned.Category: Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Gardening & Landscape Design
A New Updated author's Edition!
"ANASTASIA", the first book of the Ringing Cedars Series, tells the story of entrepreneur Vladimir Megre's trade trip to the Siberian taiga in 1995, where he witnessed incredible spiritual phenomena connected with sacred 'ringing cedar' trees. He spent three days with a woman named Anastasia who shared with him her unique outlook on subjects as diverse as gardening, child-rearing, healing, Nature, sexuality, religion and more. This wilderness experience transformed Vladimir so deeply that he abandoned his commercial plans and, penniless, went to Moscow to fulfill Anastasia's request and write a book about the spiritual insights she so generously shared with him. True to her promise this life-changing book, once written, has become an international best-seller and has touched hearts of millions of people world-wide. Category: Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Biological Sciences > Plants
Have a garden insect problem? Need effective organic insect control solutions? If you are looking for pictures as well as effective methods to prevent and control garden pests in a sustainable garden this is the resource you need.
With pictures and natural control systems for 30 of the most common insect pests in your garden, you get a definitive guide to help you keep your garden pest free. The book also tells you which are the good bugs you don't want to control - because they're eating the bad bugs.
The book includes the organic, sustainable controls you can do at home but also, more importantly, describes tricks you can easily do to avoid having pests in your garden in the first place.
The author has 2 degrees in entomology and has worked in a wide variety of research projects on many different vegetable and fruit crops. She works with schools, 4-H clubs and conservation groups to help develop effective identification and control programs for those unwanted pests.
This is a fantastic beginner gardening book on both controlling insects and identifying which are good guys and which are ones you need to control. I particularly like seeing the pictures so I'm going to tell my readers about this book and highly recommend it to them.
Award winning garden writer - DougGreensGarden.com
***** Category: Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Gardening & Landscape Design
The Low-Maintenance Raised Bed Gardening Book - Everything you need to know to get Started Growing Your Own Vegetables from Garden Design to Dinner Table by Kimberly Byrne
If you have eaten a fresh garden tomato or crunched a fresh pea pod right out of the garden then you know that nothing compares to home grown vegetables. If you want to grow your own fresh garden tomatoes, lettuce, peas, herbs and more without the summer long effort of a traditional garden, then a Raised Bed Garden could be your answer.
Raised beds are perfect for growing lots of vegetables in small spaces. They're also ideal for anyone who doesn't want to sit or bend down to pull weeds every day. Raised beds even look better than regular gardens because you can customize the bed boxes to fit the aesthetics of your landscaping.
If all of those reasons aren't enough consider this; you can grow more healthy vegetables with less of your own effort which means more produce will make it to your dinner table, and you'll have more time and energy to enjoy it.
This book covers everything you need to know to create your own raised bed garden and grow your own vegetables this season. It includes:
- Garden Design tips to get the most out of your garden
- How to build your raised beds, from fancy beds to free ones
- Improving your soil to grow the healthiest plants
- What to plant
- When to plant it
- Low-maintenance tips to make weeds almost non-existent
If you are excited to put some plants in the ground and start your own garden paradise then I am excited to show you how! Category: Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Gardening & Landscape Design
Want to Plant your very own Raised Bed Garden? You can do it with this fun and easy gardening guide.
From choosing the right spot to soil preparation to harvesting,
How To Plant Your First Raised Bed Garden shows you the right way to
build and plant a raise bed garden.No matter the size of your plot or skill level. Category: Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Gardening & Landscape Design
Butterfly Gardening for Texas (Louise Lindsey Merrick Natural Environment Series) by Geyata Ajilvsgi
Category: Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Biological Sciences > Plants
Texas hosts an unparalleled number of butterfly species, and whether one lives near the beaches of the Gulf Coast or in the mountains of the Trans-Pecos, all Texans can enjoy the color and tranquility that butterflies bring to any outdoor space.
In Butterfly Gardening for Texas, author and expert Geyata Ajilvsgi shares a wealth of practical information about all kinds of butterflies and the many flowers and other plants they utilize in their miraculous life cycle: from hidden egg to munching caterpillar to cryptic chrysalis to nectar-sipping, winged adult.
Written in an engaging, nontechnical style for anyone who wants to attract butterflies to the yard or garden, the book provides tips for making gardens caterpillar- and butterfly-friendly, in-depth profiles of more than fifty butterflies, descriptions of the food plants for a variety of both caterpillars and butterflies, and plant lists for easy selection and substitution, depending on where you live and what is available.
For those who want specific advice on what to plant where, Ajilvsgi has designed useful, adaptable landscape plans and extensive planting options for each of seven state regions. Helpful appendices aid gardeners in taking photographs of the butterflies they attract, in locating sources for seeds and plants, and in finding organizations and other instructive publications for additional information about these beautiful and beneficial insects.
As the popularity of butterfly gardening continues to increase, gardeners of all skill levels will find Butterfly Gardening for Texas an invaluable source of guidance and inspiration.
Category:In our modern world, the spiny-stemmed flowers, intertwined leaves, and delicate pink blossoms of the rubus fruticosus, or common blackberry bramble, might catch the eye of the casual observer or weekend gardener. Pleasant, prolific, and decorative, plants like the blackberry are looked upon as sources for harvest, landscape, and visual pleasure. To the medieval and Renaissance artist, however, these botanicals were far more. Part of a richly symbolic visual language culled from the classical era, their exquisite depiction in illuminated manuscripts of the age evoked fertility, conjured bad dreams, and even aligned itself with ancient wisdom. The popular and enduring appeal of flowers in medieval art and literature extended beyond simple botanical illustration; instead, flowers helped to tell countless stories without words through potent symbolic imagery.
The Medieval Flower Book artfully presents an alphabetical collection of over one hundred of the major flowers that appear in medieval manuscripts—gathered with fascinating explanatory texts on their history, significance, and usage. The sumptuous reproductions that accompany each entry offer a visual reference to the symbolism of botanicals in medieval manuscripts that’s beyond breathtaking in its appeal. An introductory section explaining the ancient roots of practical horticulture’s expansion into cultural and spiritual realms not only places the volume in the context of gardening history, but gives the general reader insight into our enduring interest in these remarkable herbals.
Widely appealing to all of those interested in flowers and gardening, the horticultural historian, and the student of visual culture and medieval history, The Medieval Flower Book is a fascinating and important primer on the beauty and language of florals. Extensively ranging through the canon of medieval botanicals—from acanthus and anemones to violets and wallflowers—this volume is the perfect gift for anyone interested in blossoms and blooms, and should thrill the everyday gardener and art collector alike.
Doodling for Seniors A Garden Edition: Large Connect the Dots and Illustrative Math (Volume 3) by Mary Julius
Activate brain cells by doodling your backyard garden .... Connect the dots pictures with activity from in and around a garden. Former Gardeners can relive the joy of gardening. Gardening has always been considered magical and therapeutic. Remembering their gardens can help trigger a pleasant conversation or a happy emotion. Includes basic illustrative Math to gently stimulate the brain .
This book is appropriate for seniors with late stage Alzheimer, TIA, mini stroke, Dementia, Aphasia and other cognitive disorders.
People who are incapacitated, unable to talk, walk or perform daily tasks without help can also benefit.Category: Large Print > Health, Mind & Body
Renowned naturalist and bestselling author Jane Goodall examines the critical role that trees and plants play in our world.
In her wise and elegant new book, Jane Goodall blends her experience in nature with her enthusiasm for botany to give readers a deeper understanding of the world around us.
Long before her work with chimpanzees, Goodall's passion for the natural world sprouted in the backyard of her childhood home in England, where she climbed her beech tree and made elderberry wine with her grandmother. The garden her family began then, she continues to enjoy today.
SEEDS OF HOPE takes us from England to Goodall's home-away-from-home in Africa, deep inside the Gombe forest, where she and the chimpanzees are enchanted by the fig and plum trees they encounter. She introduces us to botanists around the world, as well as places where hope for plants can be found, such as The Millennium Seed Bank, where one billion seeds are preserved. She shows us the secret world of plants with all their mysteries and potential for healing our bodies as well as Planet Earth.
Looking at the world as an adventurer, scientist, and devotee of sustainable foods and gardening-and setting forth simple goals we can all take to protect the plants around us-Jane Goodall delivers an enlightening story of the wonders we can find in our own backyards. Category: Science & Math > Nature & Ecology > Essays
Touch a Butterfly: Wildlife Gardening with Kids--Simple Ways to Attract Birds, Butterflies, Toads, and More to Your Garden by April Pulley Sayre
Turn your garden into a hummingbird hotspot, a haven for butterflies, and a thriving ecosystem that will delight and inspire the young and young-at-heart.
Gardening with children is a pleasure in itself, but when you learn to include wildlife in your plans, gardening becomes an even more joyful family experience. Creating a garden that invites wildlife opens up a wider world of nature for investigation, inspiration, and delight. Begin to see your yard from an animal’s perspective; discover plants that attract colorful birds and bugs; embrace sensory experiences that native plants and creatures bring; and understand how your yard fits into the surrounding landscape. Along the way you will discover simple ways you can actively support wildlife in your immediate environment, no matter where you live. This family-friendly guide to wildlife gardening leads you on a path to discovery, where trees are transformed into bird and animal habitats, where sunny spots are revered for dragonfly viewing, and where your entire garden becomes an animal-welcoming kingdom. Category: Parenting & Relationships > Family Activities
Survivalist Magazine Issue #9 - Urban Survival by Lucinda BaileyDoug Bell Kevin Reeve Jeff Anderson Dianne Bjanrson Nurse Amy/ Dr. Bones Corcceigh Green Sam Coffman David Morris
This Kindle edition is a direct reproduction of articles from the highly sought after print magazine. Only design graphics and ads have been removed for compatibility for all Kindle devices.
Table of Contents(This issue includes):
Emergency Childbirth, Flash Mob Riot Escape, Home Fortifications and Security, Urban Food Production, Bug Out Vehicles, Finding Your Rural Homestead, Becoming the Gray Man: Hiding in Plain Sight, Container Gardening: Building Quality Soil, Survival Sanitation, Urban Survival Tips, Bugging In: Urban Survival at Home, Pistol Carbines, Tactics & Tips for Urban Survival, How to Make Ethanol, Enhanced Dakota Fire Pit, Tangible Assets & Barter Items, Defense Against a Grab, Camouflage: Art & Science of Concealment and More!
Survivalist Magazine is the most respected resource for prepping and self-reliance! Category: Sports & Outdoors > Outdoor Recreation
Planting, by famed landscape architects Piet Oudolf and Noel Kingsbury, is a groundbreaking moment in horticulture. It is the first book to share Oudolf’s original planting plans and plant groupings and the only book to explicitly show how his gardens and landscapes are made.Category: Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Gardening & Landscape Design
An intimate knowledge of plants is essential to the success of this approach and Planting makes Oudolf’s considerable understanding of plant ecology and performance accessible, explaining how plants behave in different situations, what goes on underground, and which species make good neighbors. Extensive plant charts and planting plans will help you choose plants for their structure, color, and texture as well as the way they perform in the landscape. A detailed directory, with details each plant’s life expectancy, the persistence of its seedheads, its tendency to spread, and propensity to self-seed, is an invaluable resource.
Planting is an essential resource for designers and gardeners looking to create plant-rich, beautiful gardens that support biodiversity and nourish the human spirit.
The Resilient Farm and Homestead: An Innovative Permaculture and Whole Systems Design Approach by Ben Falk
The Resilient Homestead is a manual for developing durable, beautiful, and highly functional human habitat systems fit to handle an age of rapid transition.Ben Falk is a land designer and site developer whose permaculture-research farm has drawn national attention. The site is a terraced paradise on a hillside in Vermont that would otherwise be overlooked by conventional farmers as unworthy farmland. Falk's wide array of fruit trees, rice paddies(relatively unheard of in the Northeast), ducks, nuts, and earth-inspired buildings is a hopeful image for the future of regenerative agriculture and modern homesteading.The book covers nearly every strategy Falk and his team have been testing at the Whole Systems Research Farm over the past decade, as well as experiments from other sites Falk has designed through his off-farm consulting business. The book includes detailed information on earthworks; gravity-fed water systems; species composition; the site-design process; site management; fuelwood hedge production and processing; human health and nutrient-dense production strategies; rapid topsoil formation and remineralization; agroforestry/silvopasture/grazing; ecosystem services, especially regarding flood mitigation; fertility management; human labor and social-systems aspects; tools/equipment/appropriate technology; and much more, complete with gorgeous photography and detailed design drawings.The Resilient Homestead is more than just a book of tricks and techniques for regenerative site development, but offers actual working results in living within complex farm-ecosystems based on research from the "great thinkers" in permaculture, and presents a viable home-scale model for an intentional food-producing ecosystem in cold climates, and beyond. Inspiring to would-be homesteaders everywhere, but especially for those who find themselves with "unlikely" farming land, Falk is an inspiration in what can be done by imitating natural systems, and making the most of what we have by re-imagining what's possible. A gorgeous case study for the homestead of the future. Category: Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Gardening & Landscape Design | environmental_science |
https://valleyforgeaudubon.org/events/accessible-birding-saturdays-norristown-farm-park/ | 2024-03-02T20:14:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475897.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302184020-20240302214020-00221.warc.gz | 0.948876 | 263 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__72594879 | en | Accessible Birding Saturdays: Norristown Farm Park
Join us as we return to Norristown Farm Park this fall (and yes, you’re right – fall doesn’t start in August, but the autumn migration does) for an accessible outing during which we will explore which bird species may already be leaving the area (such as the tree swallows) and which migrants are beginning to pass through, all the while searching for many year-round winged residents. The varied habitat of woods, stream, natural field, and farmland here always offers a variety of bird sighting possibilities, from hawks to killdeer to songbirds. We will follow a 1-2 mile accessible route along a wide, paved path and possibly a section of flat dirt path.
New birders are very welcome to join us, as are children if accompanied by an adult. Bring binoculars if you have them. Accessible restroom facilities are on site.
Location: Norristown Farm Park; Parking lot 3: turn off of Germantown Pike onto Barley Sheaf Drive, stay right and follow it back as it becomes Upper Farm Road and the entrance to the park. Follow the park road all the way down to where it dead ends at Parking Lot 3 (there is a sign). | environmental_science |
https://visionopticalbillings.com/uv-protection/ | 2021-04-17T02:31:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038098638.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20210417011815-20210417041815-00558.warc.gz | 0.961498 | 411 | CC-MAIN-2021-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__221032567 | en | It’s important to protect ourselves from the sun’s UV Rays. While the sun feels warm and comfortable against our skin, it can also cause damage to our skin and eyes. And many of us are aware that UV rays are damaging to the skin; we wear protective sunscreens and encourage clothing that helps to filter and block any harmful effects. But did you know that UV rays can also harm the eyes? It’s true. And there are three types of UV rays: UV-C, which is absorbed by the ozone and do not present any real threat, and UV-A and UV-B rays, which can both have harmful effects on our vision, both in the short and long term.
Short term effects of the sun’s rays on the eyes vary, although one likely effect is photokeratitis, which can be painful and is best described as a sunburn to the eye. There are numerous symptoms for the condition, although the likeliest include redness, the sensation of a foreign body, a gritty feeling, and extreme sensitivity to light. Photokeratitis could also be caused from an artificial light source, such as the electric arc that occurs while welding.
Long term effects of UV rays include both vision loss and the development of cataracts. Although it’s not entirely clear how much exposure is needed to pinpoint UV radiation as the sole culprit of these dangerous eye conditions, it is known that UV rays do contribute considerably, and the longer the exposure the greater the chance of development.
That’s why it’s important to remember to protect the eyes from the sun. Wear sunglasses and, when appropriate, consider a hat with a wide protective brim. Your sunglasses should also be designed to block both UV-A and UV-B rays. And if you have any questions about which glasses will best protect your eyes form the sun, or if it’s time to schedule your next eye exam with your eye doctor, then call Vision Optical today. | environmental_science |
https://hartehomeretrofit.ie/understanding-what-retrofit-improvements-are-best-for-your-home-improvement-project/ | 2024-03-03T22:41:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476399.55/warc/CC-MAIN-20240303210414-20240304000414-00064.warc.gz | 0.946745 | 1,344 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__56549902 | en | Homeowners who are concerned about energy efficiency, comfort, and reducing their carbon footprint are often interested in retrofitting their homes. Retrofitting involves making improvements to existing homes to make them more energy-efficient, comfortable, and healthy. There are a variety of retrofit improvements that can be made to homes, but some are more effective than others. In this article, we will guide you through the most effective retrofit improvements for your home, including insulation, windows and doors, heating and cooling systems and lighting.
Insulation is one of the most effective ways to reduce energy consumption in your home. Insulation helps to keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer, reducing the amount of energy required to heat and cool your home. There are several types of insulation available, including conventional insulation products such as fiberglass, breathable options such as cellulose, and closed cell products such as Polyisocyanurate (PIR). The most effective insulation for your home will depend on a variety of factors, including the age and construction of your home, your climate zone, and your budget.
Windows and Doors
Replacing old, inefficient windows and doors with energy-efficient models is another effective way to improve the energy efficiency of your home. Energy-efficient windows and doors are designed to minimize heat transfer, reducing the amount of energy required to heat and cool your home. Energy-efficient windows and doors also provide improved comfort, reducing drafts and noise pollution. When selecting energy-efficient windows and doors, look for models with a high Energy Star rating and low U-value. Additionally consider the orientation of your home and the amount of sunlight it receives.
Heating and Cooling Systems
Heating and cooling systems are responsible for a significant portion of your home’s energy consumption, so upgrading to a more efficient system can lead to significant energy savings. There are several types of heating and cooling systems available, including oil and gas boilers, heat pumps, and biomass boilers. When selecting a new heating and cooling system, consider the size and age of your home, your climate zone, and your budget.
Why Choose a Heat Pump?
Heat pumps are an energy-efficient alternative to traditional heating and cooling systems. Unlike traditional systems, which generate heat by burning fuel, heat pumps transfer heat from the air or ground into your home, using significantly less energy in the process. Heat pumps can provide both heating and cooling, making them a versatile option for homeowners. While heat pumps can be more expensive to install than traditional systems, they can lead to significant energy savings over time.
Replacing old incandescent light bulbs with energy-efficient LED bulbs is another simple and effective way to improve the energy efficiency of your home. LED bulbs use significantly less energy than incandescent bulbs, and they last much longer, reducing the need for frequent bulb replacements. LED bulbs also produce less heat, which can help to reduce cooling costs in the summer. When selecting LED bulbs, look for models with a high energy efficiency rating and consider the color temperature and brightness of the bulbs.
DIY Energy Efficiency Tips for Homeowners
In addition to larger retrofit improvements, there are several simple, low-cost ways that homeowners can improve the energy efficiency of their homes. Some of these DIY energy efficiency tips include:
- Sealing air leaks around windows, doors, and other areas where air can enter or escape your home.
- Installing weather stripping around doors and windows to reduce drafts.
- Adding insulation to your attic, basement, and walls to improve energy efficiency.
- Turning off lights and appliances when not in use to reduce energy consumption.
- Installing low-flow showerheads and faucets to reduce water consumption.
Financing Options for Home Energy Upgrades
Home energy upgrades can be expensive, but there are several financing options available to help homeowners cover the cost of these improvements. Some financing options include:
- Energy efficiency mortgages, which allow homeowners to finance the cost of energy efficiency improvements as part of their mortgage.
- Home equity loans or lines of credit, which allow homeowners to borrow against the equity in their home to finance energy efficiency improvements.
- Green home improvement loans offered by banks and credit unions for anyone who is planning on making any improvements in their home to increase its energy efficiency.
- Energy efficiency rebates and incentives, which are often offered by state and local governments or utility companies to encourage energy efficiency upgrades.
To support the cost of the energy efficiency measures carried out there are a number of different grant schemes available from SEAI including individual and whole house retrofit options.
Reducing Your Home’s Water Consumption
Reducing your home’s water consumption is another effective way to improve its overall efficiency. There are several simple ways to reduce water consumption in your home, including:
- Installing low-flow showerheads and faucets to reduce the amount of water used for bathing and washing dishes.
- Fixing leaky faucets and toilets to reduce water waste.
- Installing a water-efficient toilet, which can save up to 13,000 gallons of water per year.
- Collecting rainwater for use in your garden or for other non-potable uses.
Access to Guidance, Resources, and Funding for Retrofitting
Retrofitting your home can be a complex process, and it can be difficult to know where to start. Fortunately, there are several resources available to homeowners who are interested in retrofitting their homes. Some of these resources include:
- Local energy efficiency programs, which can provide guidance and resources for retrofitting your home.
- Online energy assessment tools, which can help you to identify areas of your home that could benefit from retrofit improvements.
- Energy efficiency contractors, who can provide expert guidance on retrofitting your home, as well as installation services for energy-efficient upgrades.
- Government-funded retrofitting programs, which can provide financial assistance for energy efficiency upgrades.
Retrofitting your home can provide a variety of benefits, including improved energy efficiency, comfort, and indoor air quality. When planning your retrofit project, it’s important to consider which improvements will be most effective for your home and your budget. By prioritizing insulation, windows and doors, heating and cooling systems, lighting, and water efficiency, you can make significant improvements to your home’s energy efficiency and overall sustainability. Additionally, by taking advantage of resources and funding for retrofitting, you can make the process more manageable and cost-effective.
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https://www.millaninteriors.co.uk/2019/02/25/jacaranda-carpets-in-st-helens-2/ | 2021-10-22T02:38:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585450.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20211022021705-20211022051705-00570.warc.gz | 0.95936 | 433 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__166973688 | en | We supply Jacaranda carpets in St Helens that are novel and interesting. One of the popular ranges is the natural materials which are hand woven by traditional methods. This creates a wonderful texture and wonderful natural colour range. The hand-woven carpets are created on traditional wooden looms and require a large number of skilled artisans. We have a rigorous quality control structure in place to make sure that each and every carpet meets our very high-quality standards. We feel that pure wool is the best flooring available and that the resilience of good quality wool gives the carpet a longer life. It is also water resistant to a certain degree and is naturally flame retardant. It holds less dust than other synthetic yarns and does not encourage the growth of bacteria or dust mites.
When you need elegant flooring for your home in St Helens, Jacaranda carpets will bring style and charm to your home. We use other natural fibres to manufacture carpets. One of these is Tencel which is spun from cellulose. It is more water tolerant than viscose and wears better but is not nearly as strong and durable as wool carpets. We offer a range of natural wool colours which are sourced from around the world. We use labour intensive processes and natural fibres to reduce the environmental impact of our carpet production. Handmade carpets will not have the same uniformity of machine-made carpets and that is a large part of their charm.
Our Jacaranda carpets in St Helens are unique and are often handmade or woven on wooden looms. Contact Millan Interiors today or visit our showroom to see the wonderful range of high-end luxury carpets and rugs. We also supply machine made Jacaranda carpets that are made from New Zealand wool. This natural material is tough and durable and is suitable for hotel bedrooms and offices where there is a heavy traffic area. These carpets come in a number of natural tones. These carpets are imminently suited to go with underfloor heating and stairs. All Jacaranda carpets and rugs undergo rigorous testing by independent testing houses. | environmental_science |
https://www.chintsolar.nl/en/news/largest-solar-park-in-the-netherlands-is-now-operational/ | 2022-05-16T19:08:51 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662512229.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20220516172745-20220516202745-00773.warc.gz | 0.957495 | 707 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__317315029 | en | The 103 MWp Midden-Groningen Solar Park at Sappemeer is connected to TenneT’s high voltage grid network and commenced full operations. Chint Solar installed approximately 315.000 solar panels on 117 hectares of land. The solar park will be officially opened with a festive event early next year. The solar park supplies at least 32.000 households with renewable electricity, making it currently the largest solar park in the Netherlands.
Oliver Schweininger (Managing Director Chint Solar Europe): “Midden-Groningen is a land mark project in the Netherlands and will contribute significantly to the energy transition. The finalization of a solar park is always special, but this one is extra special for Chint Solar due to the size of the solar park and the technical challenges. The Midden Groningen project is the first solar park in the Netherlands being connected directly to the national transmission grid, and we are proud of this achievement”.
The Midden Groningen solar park also shows that the energy transition can only become reality when all involved parties cooperate closely as a team in a focused manner. Bernardo Silvestre (Head of Business Development, Chint Solar Europe): “The basis for a successful realization of the solar park was the strong cooperation with all key stakeholders such as landowners, neighbors, TenneT, the municipality of Midden-Groningen, the province of Groningen, RVO, construction partners, advisors and various institutions to name a few. We would like to extend our deepest appreciation to everyone involved.”
Another important aspect of the solar park is the landscaping which has been an important topic from the beginning. Diederik Apotheker (Manager Business Development Chint Solar Netherlands): “Input and active cooperation from the local residents was invaluable and made a significant contribution to the landscaping concept of the project. This led to a solar park which fits well in the existing landscape”.
Overall the solar park enhances biodiversity as birds can breed undisturbed and insects find a place among grasses and flowers. Between the solar park and existing houses, a green area with flowers and grasses was created. A hedge of 12.000 trees, including hawthorn and holly, is also planned, in order to create a green barrier that “hides” the solar park and blends it in its surroundings. The grass between and underneath the panels is ‘cut’ by grazing sheep.
The first plans for the Midden-Groningen project were originated by Powerfield four years ago in 2015. Powerfield’s development team agreed with the landowners to develop the project on their land, and commenced with the permitting procedure preparations. Chint Solar took over the project from Powerfield in early 2017 and successfully finalized the development works, including the licensing of a 5 km high voltage cable within less than 2 years, until end of 2018, with its in-house expertise and support from specialized advisors.
Construction started finally in early 2019. Due to good weather conditions during summer time the construction was finalized as planned by the end of October 2019. High-quality panels, produced by Chint Solar’s sister company Astronergy, were installed. A total of approximately 1.000 km of cable was laid and approximately 85.000 posts were rammed into the ground. Following commissioning by TenneT end of October 2019, the solar park is now fully operational. | environmental_science |
https://www.cerrenrichards.com/publications | 2022-07-07T02:26:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656104683020.92/warc/CC-MAIN-20220707002618-20220707032618-00661.warc.gz | 0.694855 | 427 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__154372910 | en | Collins, S.M., Hendrix, J… Richards, C., et al. (in review) ‘A bibliometric investigation of the integration of animal personality within various conservation contexts.’ Conservation Biology.
Richards, C., Cooke, R. S. C., Bowler, D., Boerder, K. & Bates, A. E. (in prep) ‘Bycatch mitigation could prevent strong changes in the ecological strategies of seabird communities across the globe’.
Richards, C., Cooke, R. S. C., Bowler, D., Boerder, K. & Bates, A. E. (2022) ‘Species’ traits and exposure as a future lens for quantifying seabird bycatch vulnerability in global fisheries’, Avian Conservation & Ecology, 7(1):34. https://doi.org/10.5751/ACE-02033-170134
Bates, A. E., Primack, R., Biggar, B., Bird, T., Clinton, M., Command, R., Richards, C., et al. (2021) 'Global COVID-19 lockdown highlights humans as threats and custodians of the environment', Biological Conservation, 109175.
Richards, C., Cooke, R. S. C. & Bates, A. E. (2021) 'Biological traits of seabirds predict extinction risk and vulnerability to anthropogenic threats', Global Ecology and Biogeography, 30: 973–986. https://doi.org/10.1111/geb.13279
Richards, C., Padget, O., Guilford, T. & Bates, A. E. (2019) ‘Manx shearwater (Puffinus puffinus) rafting behaviour revealed by GPS-tracking and behavioural observations’, PeerJ , 7:e7863. https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.7863 | environmental_science |
https://www.alfresia.co.uk/barkwood-bird-house.html | 2019-06-25T07:22:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627999814.77/warc/CC-MAIN-20190625072148-20190625094148-00038.warc.gz | 0.882126 | 311 | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__71001725 | en | - Product Info
The Barkwood Birdhouse is a great way to offer space for wildlife to nest in your garden. These handcrafted bird boxes are ideal for encouraging roosting and hibernating activity from a variety of species, and make a wonderful home for nature in your outdoor living space.
Designed in a tent shape with attractive barkwood logs to each slope, surrounding the natural wood panels to the front, back and base. In the front is a 3cm hole that is the ideal size for common garden birds, giving them protection from larger predatory species.
Approximate size: 19cm (W) x 23cm (H) x 17cm (D)
All orders to UK mainland addresses are delivered for free. Orders to some more remote areas are subject to a supplemental delivery fee, to cover the extra cost of delivering to these regions. Delivery areas subject to this supplemental charge include some Scottish regions, Scottish Highlands, Channel Isles, Northern Ireland, Isles of Man, Wight, Scilly, Orkney and Shetland (postcode areas beginning: AB, BT, HS, IM, IV, KW, PA, PH, PO, ZE). This will be automatically calculated and applied in the checkout once you have entered your delivery address postcode. Please see our full delivery terms.
If after ordering you change your mind or upon receipt of the items you are at all unhappy with your purchase then please contact us. You will be able to return you item in-line with our returns policy. | environmental_science |
https://shop.kapgolfclub.ca/adidas-statement-seamless-polo.html | 2023-01-29T21:47:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499768.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20230129211612-20230130001612-00559.warc.gz | 0.820502 | 146 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__144274534 | en | Adidas Statement Seamless Polo
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Warm days on the course call for breathable comfort. This golf polo shirt features stretchy, seamless adidas PRIMEKNIT with mesh designs for a ventilated feel. The two-button mock neck collar finishes the look. Made with a series of recycled materials, and at least 60% recycled content, this product represents just one of our solutions to help end plastic waste. | environmental_science |
https://bigcats.tripod.com/Malayan_Tiger_Info.html | 2024-04-21T14:20:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817780.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421132819-20240421162819-00684.warc.gz | 0.958222 | 1,570 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__166632791 | en | This tiger is the most recently recognized subspecies and the national animal of Malaysia. Until a few years ago it was considered the same subspecies as the Indochina tiger, but based on the genetic analysis it was discovered that they are different. Panthera tigris jacksoni emerged as a subspecies in 2004. Its scientific name comes from the tiger conservationist Peter Jackson, in honour of his years of work for tigers. but in the Malay language, it is called Harimau or just Rimau.
Malayan tiger has orange-colored body covered with black stripes. White fur can be seen around eyes, on the cheeks and belly. Black stripes are thinner compared with stripes of other tigers and they provide perfect camouflage in the jungle.
So what has caused this massive decline in Malayan Tigers in Malaysian rain forest? The prime reason is hunting of tigers. Hunting is the biggest cause of the decline of not just the Malayan tigers but tigers worldwide. In Malaysia, tigers are hunted for the use of medication. This maybe surprising, but now there are probably more tigers on the shelves of pharmacies and medicine stores in Malaysia than in forests, as tigers are widely hunted for us in traditional Chinese medicine. For more than 1,000 years the use of tiger parts has been included in the traditional Chinese medicine regimens. This is because ancient Chinese culture believes that tigers have medicinal qualities because of the tiger’s strength and mythical power hence every part of the tiger is used to cure diseases. For example, their teeth are believed to be bits of help to treat chronic ailments and cure high fever. Even their whiskers are used to cure toothaches. Tiger bones are believed to contain high medicinal properties and are popular on the black market. Some even consume tiger meat as they think it would cure disease and replenish the body’s essential energy. However, there is no scientific evidence to prove this claim.
Animal poaching and illegal tradings are the other two reasons why tigers are endangered in Malaysia and across the globe. This happens simply because of the greediness of some and the ignorance of others. Malayan tigers are poached due to the high demand for products made from tiger parts. A key aspect of tiger product demand is that the wealth of the buyer which tends to drive the demand, rather than the poverty of the sellers and traders. According to Walker’s World of the Mammals, tiger skin could sell for about $16,880. According to the Wildlife Trade Monitoring Networks (TRAFFIC) , Malayan Tigers products are used for a wide variety of purposes and it is also seen as a status symbol across many parts of Asia. Another key factor, to decline in Malayan Tiger population is deforestation. Malaysia is the home to one of biggest and richest rain forest in the world which is the Borneo forest. However, which the heights of globalization and industrialization most of the precious forests in Malaysia are chopped down to build houses, malls and so on. According to Global Forest Map, Malaysia has the world’s largest deforestation rate . Last year alone, 47,278 square kilometers which are equivalent to 18,244 square miles an area larger than Denmark was chopped down. This directly affects wildlife as the forest is the home. So, loss of habitat and lack of food contributes to the lack of tigers in Malaysian rain forest.
Fines for wildlife crime were increased under the previous government - to a maximum 100,000 Malaysian ringgits ($23,884) and/or a three-year prison term.more stringent laws in relation to the illegal wildlife trade are currently with the attorney general's chambers and should be introduced to Parliament.Penalties will be designed to ensure a deterrent effect and put those in the illegal wildlife trade on notice that Malaysia is taking the crime seriously.
Between 1991 and 2003, tiger signs were reported from early-succession vegetation fields, agricultural areas outside forests in Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang, and Johor, and many riparian habitats outside forests in Pahang, Perak, Kelantan, Terengganu, and Johor. Most of the major rivers that drain into the South China Sea had some evidence of tigers, those draining into the Straits of Malacca in the west did not.
In September 2014 two conservation organisations announced that a camera trap survey of seven sites in the three separate habitats from 2010 to 2013 had produced an estimate of the surviving population from 250 to 340 healthy individuals, with a few additional isolated small pockets probable. According to the report, the decline meant that the species might have to be moved to the "Critically Endangered" category in the IUCN list. As of 2019, due to poaching and the depletion of prey, the number of tigers in Belum-Temengor Forest Reserve has declined about 60% over a period of 7–8 years, from approximately 60 to 23.
The Malaysian Conservation Alliance for Tigers (MYCAT) is "an alliance of non-governmental organisations comprising the Malaysian Nature Society (MNS), Traffic Southeast Asia, Wildlife Conservation Society-Malaysia Programme and WWF-Malaysia.It also includes the Department of Wildlife and National Parks.
Note: International Tiger Day July 29th has been held every year since 2010 when it was first created at the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit. This was done to raise awareness of the decline of wild tiger numbers, leaving them on the brink of extinction and to encourage the celebration around the important work of Tiger conservation.
In 2007, they implemented a hotline to report tiger-related crimes, such as poaching.In order to deter poaching, they organize "Cat Walks", a citizen patrol in danger zones.MYCAT has a goal of increasing the tiger population. Throughout 2008, Perhilitan’s game rangers carried out 174 operations and destroyed some 1,000 tiger traps and snares. “Most of the snares set up by poachers are of the wire type where it can endanger not only the big cats but other animals that pass through the spot,” “From early January 2009 until today, Team Ronda and Perhilitan have destroyed 114 tiger traps installed by poachers at the areas fringing Tasik Temenggor and Belum Forest Reserve
The Malayan Tiger is a carnivore and an accomplished hunter.
They generally feast on wild boar, deer, and the sun bear. If there are baby elephants that are weak, sick
or otherwise vulnerable, they will also seize the opportunity to capture one of these.The tiger may only make
a kill once every three or four days so, when it has killed its prey, it is likely to eat as much of it as
possible in one meal.
Due to a smaller habitat than before, and the need for food, some of these tigers have taken to consuming livestock. This has created some ongoing issues with humans that are going to kill the tigers in an effort to preserve their investment in ranching.
Tigers are solitary, except for mating season. Females will only be with offspring. Loose female territorial boundaries blur. Male Tigers have large, defended territories that over-lap several female territories. Gestation is about 3 ½ months and 3 or 4 altricial cubs are born, each weighing about 2 pounds. They are totally dependent on the mother for 18 months, usually staying in her range for 2 ½ years. They reach sexual maturity by 3 – 4 years of age. Longevity in the wild is to 15 years, with captive animals living to 20 years. | environmental_science |
https://www.tamaraseerkissoon.com/post/finding-balance-in-a-hectic-world-ecotherapy-as-a-path-to-peace-and-happiness | 2023-11-29T01:56:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100047.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20231129010302-20231129040302-00112.warc.gz | 0.919775 | 1,414 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__240053418 | en | Today, we're going to talk about a topic that's close to my heart: the role of nature in mental health. With our modern, fast-paced lifestyles, it's easy to forget the importance of connecting with the Earth and the therapeutic impact it can have on our wellbeing. But fear not, we're here to explore the concept of ecotherapy and how it can help us heal and find balance in our lives.
What is Ecotherapy?
Ecotherapy, also known as green therapy or nature therapy, is an emerging form of therapy that aims to improve mental health by encouraging a connection with nature. It's based on the idea that spending time in natural environments can have a profound impact on our emotional, psychological, and physical wellbeing.
Research has shown that exposure to nature can help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, while also increasing feelings of happiness and tranquillity. It's no wonder then that ecotherapy is gaining popularity as a way to help people cope with the challenges of modern life.
Why Nature is Essential for Mental Health
Our innate connection to nature is known as "biophilia," which suggests that we have a natural affinity towards living systems. This means that when we're disconnected from nature, we may experience a range of negative emotions and health issues.
There are a few key reasons why nature is so important for our mental health:
Stress reduction: Natural settings, like forests, parks, and gardens, can help reduce stress by lowering levels of the stress hormone cortisol. This can lead to improved mood, better focus, and a greater sense of calm.
Physical activity: Spending time outdoors often involves physical activity, such as walking, hiking, or gardening. Exercise has been proven to improve mental health and wellbeing, so combining it with the benefits of nature is a win-win.
Social connections: Participating in group activities in natural environments can foster a sense of community and belonging, which is essential for mental health.
Mindfulness: Being in nature encourages us to be present in the moment and engage our senses, promoting mindfulness and a deeper connection with our surroundings.
The Research Behind Ecotherapy:
Stress reduction: A study conducted by the University of Michigan found that spending time in nature can help lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Participants who took a 20-minute walk in a natural setting experienced a significant reduction in cortisol levels compared to those who walked in an urban environment (Berman, Jonides, & Kaplan, 2008).
Anxiety and depression: Research by Dr. Roger S. Ulrich, a pioneer in the field of environmental psychology, demonstrated that exposure to natural environments can alleviate anxiety and depression. In one study, participants who viewed nature scenes for 10 minutes experienced a significant decrease in anxiety levels and improved mood (Ulrich, 1984).
Happiness and wellbeing: A large-scale study by the University of Exeter found that individuals living in greener urban areas reported higher levels of mental wellbeing and life satisfaction (White et al., 2013). Similarly, a study from Stanford University found that people who walked for 90 minutes in a natural setting experienced reduced activity in the area of the brain associated with negative thoughts, suggesting that nature can improve mood and happiness (Bratman et al., 2015).
Attention Restoration Theory (ART): This theory, developed by environmental psychologists Rachel and Stephen Kaplan, posits that exposure to nature can help restore our ability to focus and concentrate. Natural environments are filled with "soft fascinations," such as rustling leaves or flowing water, which capture our attention without overwhelming our cognitive capacity. This allows our minds to rest and recover from the constant demands of modern life (Kaplan, 1995).
These are just a few examples of the growing body of research supporting the benefits of ecotherapy and the role of nature in promoting mental health. By incorporating nature into our lives, we can tap into these powerful effects and foster a greater sense of wellbeing.
How to Incorporate Ecotherapy into Your Life
Now that we know the benefits of ecotherapy, let's explore some practical ways to incorporate it into our daily lives:
Take regular walks in nature: Whether it's a stroll through a park or a hike in the woods, make an effort to get outside and immerse yourself in nature regularly. Try to make it a part of your routine, like a morning or evening walk.
Gardening: Gardening can be a therapeutic activity that not only connects you with nature but also provides a sense of accomplishment and purpose. Plus, it's a great way to get some fresh air and exercise.
Join a nature-based group or club: Look for local groups or clubs that organize outdoor activities, such as hiking, bird-watching, or conservation projects. This can help you connect with like-minded individuals and strengthen your bond with nature.
Bring nature indoors: If you can't get outside as often as you'd like, bring some greenery into your living space with houseplants or a small indoor garden. This can help improve air quality and create a calming atmosphere in your home.
Practice mindfulness in nature: Find a quiet spot in nature where you can sit and practice mindfulness. Focus on your breath, listen to the sounds around you, and let your senses take in the beauty of your surroundings.
Grounding or earthing: This practice involves standing or walking barefoot on natural surfaces like grass, sand, or soil. Grounding is believed to help balance the body's electrical charge and reduce inflammation, stress, and pain. Spend a few minutes each day connecting with the Earth by walking or standing barefoot outdoors.
Remember, taking the time to connect with nature is not only a way to recharge your batteries but also a powerful tool for improving your mental health.
Berman, M. G., Jonides, J., & Kaplan, S. (2008). The cognitive benefits of interacting with nature. Psychological Science, 19(12), 1207-1212.
Ulrich, R. S. (1984). View through a window may influence recovery from surgery. Science, 224(4647), 420-421.
White, M. P., Alcock, I., Wheeler, B. W., & Depledge, M. H. (2013). Would you be happier living in a greener urban area? A fixed-effects analysis of panel data. Psychological Science, 24(6), 920-928.
Bratman, G. N., Hamilton, J. P., Hahn, K. S., Daily, G. C., & Gross, J. J. (2015). Nature experience reduces rumination and subgenual prefrontal cortex activation. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 112(28), 8567-8572.
Kaplan, S. (1995). The restorative benefits of nature: Toward an integrative framework. Journal of Environmental Psychology, 15(3), 169-182. | environmental_science |
https://rocketfund.ca/planting-seeds-of-positivity-with-clearwaterkids-challenge/ | 2024-04-23T04:10:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818464.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423033153-20240423063153-00741.warc.gz | 0.960457 | 867 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__82651064 | en | How often do you catch yourself walking outside, on a mission to get to your destination, without a glance at your surroundings? Have you paused to wonder how that wildflower started growing, or what will happen to that plastic bottle lying on the ground? ClearWaterKids Challenge brings young viewers closer to nature – directly onto a working farm, in fact – showing them first-hand how much fun the environment can be.
This entertaining and engaging show encourages and stimulates kids to explore and interact with nature, inspiring them to discover new ways of living as they learn from the natural world. Kid hosts Ava and Ari help kids understand the importance of each part of the complex ecosystems throughout the natural world.
ClearWaterKids Challenge wants to empower kids to tap into their natural curiosity and learn all about how to become more environmentally conscious, through fun, easy-to-adopt habits and projects that can be done right from the comfort of their homes. Kids are invited to “think like nature” and be more mindful about the ways in which their actions can impact the environment.
An important aspect of ClearWaterKids Challenge is that viewers are taught positive and fun solutions, rather than having the episodes focus on negative messaging and what they might be doing ‘wrong’, as this may discourage youngsters from feeling like they can contribute to global health and environmental wellbeing.
This helps keep the focus on the importance and wonder of the environment, while helping kids form a cooperative relationship with nature, and learn from it.
Jennifer McCann, VP Kids & Family at Shaftesbury, says,
“Change begets change. When young viewers are exposed to the contributions that others like them are making, it ignites a whole new group of changemakers to roll up their sleeves and play a role in protecting the planet. Even if their contributions are small, they are always mighty. ClearWaterKids Challenge emphasizes a hopeful, fun, and creative way of helping kids cultivate a more mindful, sustainable lifestyle.”
On the production side, there is a focus on maintaining and expressing the values and guiding principles that the farm operates under. Communicating the ideas of deep respect for nature, and the cyclical patterns of life were a way for the series to exemplify these ideals.
- No plastic bottles were allowed on set during the production of season 2; cast and crew were asked to bring their own reusable water bottles and coffee mugs.
- During season 2 production, a local caterer was hired when filming at ClearWater Farm, supporting the local community and reducing carbon emissions. While filming in the city for season 2, a green caterer was hired and the menu was primarily vegetarian. The same caterer was hired for season 3 – which was filmed during the pandemic – due to their safety protocols and green practices.
- Producers tried to minimize prop purchases by choosing locations with pre-existing props and crew bringing some props from home. Any props that were purchased were either given to cast and crew or donated. The cast also got to keep the clothing from the shoot so it would be reused.
- All scripts were sent to cast and crew electronically, and only printed for those who needed/requested scripts.
- Crew members were encouraged to carpool during production to reduce carbon emissions.
ClearWaterKids Challenge was filmed on a real-life working farm (ClearWater Farm) that works closely with the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation. The relationship is symbolized by the 200+ year old maple tree overlooking the lake where settlers and First Nations gathered to trade.
Producers want to leave kids with this message: one of the most important things you can do is get outside and into nature! Build a relationship with it and realize and understand that everything is connected. Even saying “get out into nature” means we think of nature as separate from us, but let’s fix that! When you build a relationship with the natural world, your awareness and understanding of the power of sustainability and positive change will grow and grow and grow!
Watch ClearWaterKids Challenge on the Shaftesbury Kids YouTube Channel and Kidoodle.tv.
Special thanks to the Ontario Water Centre and ClearWater Farm. | environmental_science |
https://costruzioniedilverde.com/en/le-nostre-case/villa-bifamiliare-a-cento/ | 2024-04-13T00:13:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816465.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412225756-20240413015756-00553.warc.gz | 0.928194 | 142 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__63131178 | en | Semi-detached house of 155 sqm located in the green area of the city, in CLASS A.
- Ground floor: consisting of a private garden on three sides, a spacious living area with an eat-in kitchen, bathroom, and garage with laundry.
- First floor: consisting of two double bedrooms, one single bedroom, and a bathroom.
High-quality interior finishes of choice, according to an extensive specification.
The residence also stands out for its energy efficiency, thanks to the installation of photovoltaic panels and an energy storage system, ensuring not only a significant reduction in energy costs but also environmental sustainability.
Property Status: SOLD | environmental_science |
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There is something about a clean, uniformly cut lawn that says you care about your yard. Whether it is a commercial or residential lawn we at The Perfect Cut will give your lawn a professional appearance. We do this by weed eating around all landscaped areas, give your lawn a pattern like look such as a professional baseball field or golf course would and finally blow off all hard surfaces. We operate a fleet of Toro commercial grade mowers that leaves our work a cut above the rest.
Lawn Fertilizer & Weed Control
Lawns need to be fertilized periodically throughout the growing season. In Wisconsin with cool season grasses there are two key growth periods. The first one is in the spring from April-June which is 2/3 of the annual growth and then second growth is in the fall from August to October which is 1/3 of annual growth.
Fertilizations should be made at eight to ten week intervals throughout the growing season. This timeframe is reliant however on the weather conditions.
The Perfect Cut has a 4-step fertilizer program that focuses on strengthening your lawn and developing a strong root system that allows your lawn to recover more quickly in the spring. The first application applied will have a seasonal fertilizer along with a pre-emergent crabgrass control. This application needs to be applied before the soil temperature reaches 55 degrees FIVE consecutive days. Once that occurs the crabgrass seeds are in full germination and become more difficult to control.
4-Step Fertilizer Program:
Application #1 (April-May)
Slow release granular seasonal fertilizer with pre-emergent crabgrass control.
Application #2 (May- June)
Slow release granular seasonal fertilizer. We will also be spraying a liquid weed spot control if troublesome weeds are present. This application will add potassium to your lawn to help build up the roots to prepare it for dormancy in the dry summer months.
Application #3 (August-September)
Granular seasonal fertilizer will be applied and weed control as needed. This will continue to feed your lawn the nutrients needed to keep a strong and healthy lawn after the drought period.
Application #4 (October-November)
Granular fertilizer designed to provide your lawn with the necessary nutrients to last through the winter, green-up your lawn in spring and will build up a strong root system. Additionally liquid weed control will be applied on targeted weeds.
What are the Benefits of Dethatching?
Thatch is a dense mat of roots, stems and grass clippings that accumulates between the soil and growing blades of grass. As thatch builds, adequate amounts of vital turf nutrients, including water, oxygen, nitrates, phosphorus and potassium, are unable to reach the root system.
By dethatching or power raking your lawn it effectively removes thatch build-up. This allows air and nutrients to reach the root system again.
With thatch removed, air, water, nutrients, herbicide and pesticides can do their job. Turf becomes healthier and more resistant to insect damage and disease. Dethatching regularly promotes denser growth that will suffocate weeds and helps to ensure you’ll have a vibrant and lush lawn.
When Do We Dethatch?
The most efficient time to dethatch your lawn will be early spring before you begin to cut your lawn for the year, early April through May.
What are the Benefits of Core Aerating?
Lawn aeration is the secret weapon in making your lawn healthy. Aeration involves making holes in the lawn by extracting a plug of soil. By aerating your lawn you provide the following benefits to your lawn and its root system:
- Oxygen gets to the roots and the soil allowing it to “breathe”
- Organic fertilizers and nutrients get access to the root system
- Water is able to better soak the soil and reach the root system
- Helps to break up thatch
- Tight, compacted soil is loosened up allowing the root system to grow
- Enhanced heat and drought stress tolerance
Why is Aeration Necessary?
In most home lawns, the natural soil has been seriously disturbed by the building process.
Fertile topsoil may have been removed or buried during excavation of the basement or footings. Thus, leaving subsoil that is more compact, higher in clay content and less desirable for healthy lawn growth. These lawns need aeration to improve the depth and extent of turf grass rooting and to improve fertilizer and water absorption.
Intensively used lawns are exposed to stress from traffic. Walking playing and mowing are forms of traffic that compact soil and stress lawns. Rain and irrigation increase soil density by compacting soil particles and reducing large air spaces where roots may readily grow.
Aeration helps heavily used lawns and lawns growing on compacted soils improving the depth and extent of turf grass rooting, allowing better water uptake, enhancing fertilizer use, and speeding up thatch breakdown.
When Do We Core Aerate?
The best time to aerate is in late August or through October when the grass is coming out of the summer dormancy. The grass begins to grow at a rapid rate again and there is little competition from weeds. Core aeration should be done at least once a year.
Our spring cleanups begin in March or April, weather permitting. We will remove leaves, branches, and debris from lawns, beds, driveways, walkways, gutters and patios. We prune any broken or dead branches from ornamental trees and bushes. We cut any perennials that have been left from the previous season.
Our fall cleanups are usually done in November when most leaves are down. However we can come as often as you would like throughout the fall season once leaves begin to fall through the end of the season. Cleanups will consist of removing leaves, branches, and debris from lawns, beds, driveways, walkways, gutters and patios. Also, perennials, shrubs, bushes, and hedges will be cut to their specific needs.
We provide this service throughout the entire year. We use a power edger which will clean up any grass that is growing over your sidewalks or driveway.
We install locally produced mulch which is insect and disease free. We will deliver the mulch directly to you and will spread it as well. Before installation we will prepare the beds to address any current weed problems.
Mulch can be used almost anywhere. However, mulch is more useful around tree trunks and around the soil of new plants. Mulching is a very important step in growing a healthy plant. Mulch helps to conserve moisture in the root ball of the new plant until the roots have grown out into the surrounding soil. | environmental_science |
https://waterwomen3.webs.com/water-softener-maintenance | 2019-08-24T04:42:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027319724.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20190824041053-20190824063053-00455.warc.gz | 0.95566 | 634 | CC-MAIN-2019-35 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-35__0__36609751 | en | EvoClear Water Softener Maintenance
EvoClear is known for its water conditioner and filter systems, technology which is revolutionizing the way we process and drink water. Eliminating the need for bottled water, its filter systems are a one-of-a-kind wonder that can benefit any homeowner—but EvoClear is not done there.
Also available are salt free water softeners, drastically increasing the quality of the water you drink. Hard water can be negatively affected by pipe systems, and also vice versa, which is why softer water is a great help to anyone’s home. An EvoClear salt free water softener can prevent scale deposit inside pipes, keeping them clean and smooth; you will also begin to notice an increase in quality of your regulated temperature water systems, along with any appliance in your house that uses water. In hard water, there is calcium, and this unfortunately may occasionally attach itself onto the insides of pipes, or on any surface. Water softeners prevent this!
Exchanging an old system for new water softener, maintenance of your pipes will be a lot easier. Immediately the new system will cleanse any scale that might have accumulated within the pipes, and you will see an end to white scum and unnecessary decomposition of your appliances. Home systems that employ hard water are much more likely to invoke plumbing problems, due to the deterioration caused by hard water and its calcium. No one likes adding chemicals to their water or their pipes—and with a water softener, you won’t have to. You can also forget about enduring tough cleaning in the bathroom and under the sink; most of it will simply be taken care of for you. Not only are you helping the environment by forsaking plastic water bottles, receiving healthy water, drinking water of the best quality, but you are also reducing the amount of work you have to do (and helping plants, since studies have shown hard water is detrimental to the health of plants).
The water softener maintenance system uses a four stage process, beginning with a pre-filter that will draw out particles in the water (sand, dirt, etc). Any hidden chemicals that may be lurking in your water will be filtered (pesticides, chlorine, and so on). Lime is sent back into the water in an activated state and stabilize, preventing any built-up residue. Calcium carbonate is distributed to the lime crystals, and this leads to clean, healthy pipe systems, something everyone would want.
Are you tired of buying bottled water every week? Has your recycle bin been filling up like crazy? Is the taste of tap water just not doing it, and are you worried about the chemicals that might be hidden in it? With a water softener maintenance system, there are no worries—only clean and delicious water, filtered through EvoClear’s special product and distributed through your tap. The best water in the world is only an arm’s length away, and it doesn’t come in a disposable bottle! It’s new, it’s healthy, and it’s delicious. | environmental_science |
http://www.ci.milford.ct.us/public_documents/MilfordCT_Permitting/flood%20maps | 2013-12-10T08:29:01 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-48/segments/1386164014017/warc/CC-MAIN-20131204133334-00081-ip-10-33-133-15.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.9514 | 2,821 | CC-MAIN-2013-48 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-48__0__220442020 | en | Important Information regarding changes to Milford's Flood Hazard Maps
Flood hazard maps designating flood areas for Milford are due to change in the coming year. This change could have a major impact on property owners in Milford, affecting insurance rates, construction requirements, and other standards for more than 3,000 property owners. By learning about these changes ahead of time you may be able to plan for them, including obtaining insurance so that you are grandfathered in at lower insurance rates.
The city held information sessions for affected residents on April 25 and 26. To view the presentations, click the links below:
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. Why is Milford getting new flood hazard maps?
Flood hazard maps, also known as Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), are used to indicate the risk for flooding throughout the community. However, the current maps need to be updated. Over time, water flow and drainage patterns have changed dramatically due to surface erosion, land use and natural forces. The likelihood of flooding in certain areas has changed along with these factors.
This study integrates the most current rainfall, elevation and other key data with the last modeling technology to provide the most up-to-date picture of the area’s flood risk. The result: a better picture of the areas most likely to be impacted by flooding and a better foundation from which to make key decisions.
2. Who is responsible for updating the maps?
This project is part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) Risk Mapping, Assessment and Planning (Risk MAP) effort, which through more accurate flood hazard maps, risk assessment tools, planning and outreach support, will strengthen Milford’s ability to make informed decisions about reducing flood risk and enhance its ability to communicate that risk to residents and business owners.
3. What is a Flood Hazard Map?
Flood hazard maps, also called “Flood Insurance Rate Maps” or “FIRMs” are used to determine the flood risk to your home or business. The moderate- and low-risk zones are represented on FIRMs by the letter “X.” High-risk zones will be labeled with an "AE" and high-risk zones that have additional risk from storm surge will be labeled “VE.” In addition, the map will indicate for a Base Flood Elevation, which is the computed elevation to which floodwater is anticipated to rise during the base flood.
The BFE is the regulatory requirement for the elevation or floodproofing of structures. The relationship between the BFE and a structure's elevation determines the flood insurance premium.
4. What is a floodplain and how do I determine if my property is located in this area?
A floodplain is the part of the land where water collects, pools and flows during the course of natural flood events. Such areas are classified as Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs), and are located in a “100-year flood zone.” The term 100-year flood can be misleading. It is the flood elevation that has a 1- percent chance of being equaled or exceeded each year; it is not the flood that will occur once every 100 years. The likelihood of a flood occurring within a 100-year stretch of time is very, very high, but there’s no way to predict when the next flood will occur—or the one after that. The redrawn maps indicate the floodplain as a “high-risk” area, officially classified as an AE or VE zone. Moderate- and low-risk areas will be designated as X zones and shaded X zones on the new maps. If you would like to see a map for a spcific address, or have another question, e-mail us at: [email protected]
5. How will the new flood hazard maps affect me?
Neighborhoods across Milford will be affected differently by these map changes. There will be some properties that aren’t affected—their risk remains the same. Other properties will be mapped into a higher-risk area and/or show a new Base Flood Elevation. Some properties will be mapped into a lower-risk area than before. Altogether, more than 3,000 properties will show some change. Please note that the flood changes may affect a portion of property, and that many properties are in more than one flood zone. Therefore, the only way to completely understand
the impact on your property is to review actual flood maps with a staff member. In addition, even if your zone is not chaning, the Base Flood Elevation may be changing, which has a significant impact on construction standards of the buidling, and whether it is in compliance with existing code.
6. What will happen if my building is remapped from a moderate- or low-risk area to a high-risk area?
If the new maps—once adopted—indicate the building on your property is now at a higher risk for flooding, you will be required to purchase a flood policy if you carry a mortgage from a federally regulated or insured lender. If you do not have a mortgage, it is still recommended that you purchase flood insurance. Over the life of a 30-year loan, there is about a 2 ½ times greater chance of having a flood in your home than having a fire. And most homeowners’ insurance policies do not provide coverage for damage due to flooding.
The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has extended the low-cost PRP eligibility period for two years to properties newly mapped into a high-risk zone. In addition, there are “grandfathering” rules to recognize policyholders who have built in compliance with the flood map or who maintain continuous coverage.
7. What will happen if my building is remapped from a high-risk to a moderate- or low-risk area?
When a building is remapped into a moderate- or low-risk area, there is no longer a federally mandated requirement to purchase flood insurance. However, the risk has only been reduced, not removed. Flood insurance is still recommended.
Upon the effective date of the new maps, you may be eligible for a lower-cost Preferred-Risk Policy (PRP). Through your insurance agent, you can easily avoid any gaps in your flood coverage and receive a refund of unused premium by converting your existing policy to a PRP back to its last effective date.
8. How might the new flood maps affect me financially?
When new maps become effective, if your building is newly mapped into a high-risk area and you have a mortgage with a federally regulated or insured lender, you will need to purchase flood insurance. If your property is mapped into a moderate-or low-risk area, you are not required by federal law to purchase or maintain insurance, but are strongly encouraged to do so and your lender may still require you to do so. The cost of properly protecting your home and contents from flood damage is far less expensive than the cost to repair or replace it after a flood has occurred.
Through the National Flood Insurance Program, coverage can often be obtained at significant savings. The average cost for a flood insurance policy is around $600 per year. Further, homeowners may qualify for a Preferred Risk Policy that covers both a building and its contents for as little as $129 per year. Coverage for renters starts at just $49 a year. Talk to your insurance agent to determine the appropriate level of protection you need and the money savings options that are available.
9. How can I reduce the cost of flood insurance?
Flood insurance is offered through the National Flood Insurance Program.
Two solutions the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) offers to help lower the cost of flood insurance include Preferred Risk Policies (PRPs) and the Grandfathering Rule.
PRPs, which start at just $129 a year, are only available for properties in moderate-to-low risk areas. However, recognizing the financial burden that being mapped into a high-risk area and having to purchase flood insurance can place on affected property owners, FEMA extended the eligibility period of the low-cost PRP for two years for buildings that have been newly mapped into high-risk flood zones. In general, this cost-saving option is available to property owners whose buildings have a favorable flood loss history and who may or may not have received limited amounts of federal disaster assistance.
The NFIP “Grandfathering” rules recognize policyholders who have built in compliance with the flood map in place at the time of construction or who have maintained continuous coverage. These rules allow such policyholders to benefit in the premium rating for their building. Flood insurance premiums should be calculated using the new map if it results in a lower premium.
Renewal of an Existing Policy
When determining the premium you will pay for flood insurance, an insurance agent will rate your flood insurance policy based on the flood map that is in effect on the date you purchase your policy. Flood insurance policies may then be renewed and still be rated based on the flood map in effect when the policy was initially rated as long as the flood insurance coverage is continuous and the building has not been altered in a manner that would remove this benefit. For example, if the building on the property is currently mapped in an X zone, you could purchase the policy before the flood maps are adopted and keep the lower rate associated with the X zone even after the new flood maps become effective. To help maintain this grandfathering benefit for the next owner, you may transfer the policy to them at the time of sale. An insurance agent can provide you with information about eligibility for the PRP and the PRP Two-Year Eligibility Extension.
Built in Compliance
The NFIP will honor a Grandfather rule for buildings constructed after the first flood map for the community became effective if:
- the building was built in compliance with the flood map in effect at the time of construction; and
- the building has not been substantially damaged or substantially improved.
Under this Grandfather rule, the property owner must provide proper documentation to the insurance company.
- If you wish to keep the zone designation in effect when the building was constructed, you must provide a copy of the flood map effective at the time of construction showing where the building is located or present a letter from a community official verifying this information.
- In general, for buildings constructed in high-risk zones after the community’s first flood map was adopted, your rates are based upon the difference between the flood map’s Base Flood Elevation (BFE) and your building’s elevation. If there is a change in the BFE and keeping the BFE that existed when the building was first constructed gives you a better rate, you must provide the agent with an Elevation Certificate and a copy of the flood map effective at the time of construction. A letter from a community official verifying this information is also acceptable.
For more information on PRPs and the Grandfathering rule, you should contact your agent or go to this link
10. What if my home or business is mapped into a high-risk area but I believe the designation is in error?
Flood map designations are based on the best data available to engineers and local officials at the time areas within a community are surveyed and assessed. Every effort is made to ensure that the maps reflect the most accurate and reliable information about the flood risk for all properties. However, re-examining and updating flood hazard information for an entire community is often a multi-year process, and you may feel that you have more accurate or current data about your property when new maps are eventually completed and released to the public. Information on the process of ammending the flood zone designation for a property can be found here.
As a mechanism to ensure that residents’ questions or concerns about the new map designations are addressed, a 90-day “Public Comment Period” takes place. During this period, citizens will have the opportunity to submit technical and/or scientific data to support a claim that their property has been improperly placed in a high-risk area. If you have better information, such as an Elevation Certificate, topographic map or detailed hydraulic or hydrologic data, then you may be able to protest or appeal the flood risk indicated on the new maps.
11. When do the new maps become effective?
The maps are still preliminary. The process that leads to final adoption and the maps becoming effective can last as long as a year or more.
Initial release is followed by a short review period by community officials. Then there is a 90-day “Public Comment Period.” For more information on the schedule to update Milford's flood maps see this link:
12. How can I learn more about the flood mapping process and how it could affect me?
The following is a list of resources and contact information if you have further questions:
Web site Resources:
- E-mail us at: [email protected]
- Emmeline Harrigan, Floodplain Coordinator for the City of Milford (203) 783-3354 or [email protected]
- FEMA Map Information eXchange (FMIX) 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627)
- Open Monday-Friday, 8am-6:30pm
- To view, or purchase flood hazard maps for a nominal fee: 1-800-358-9616
- For questions on flood policy coverage and rates: 1-800-427-4661 | environmental_science |
https://www.mountaintopshoptn.com/post/non-toxic-living-how-cookeville-s-mountain-top-candle-shop-is-leading-the-way | 2024-04-24T03:06:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818999.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424014618-20240424044618-00669.warc.gz | 0.914631 | 699 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__58591682 | en | At Mountain Top Candle Shop in Cookeville, TN, we're more than just a candle company. We're part of a movement for a cleaner, healthier world, starting right in your living room. We believe in the power of small, everyday decisions that can collectively make a significant impact on our health and our environment. That’s why our all-natural candles are handcrafted with care, using a sustainable soy-coconut wax blend, wooden wicks, and only the purest essential oils for fragrance.
Our commitment to non-toxic living extends beyond our candle business and into our own home. Here are some ways we strive to create a healthier living space that you too can incorporate for a non-toxic home.
1. The All-Natural Candle Difference
Traditional candles often contain paraffin, a petroleum byproduct, which releases harmful chemicals when burned. At Mountain Top, our candles are made with a soy-coconut wax blend, a non-toxic and biodegradable alternative. When combined with our wooden wicks, our candles burn cleaner, longer, and more evenly than their paraffin counterparts. Plus, the natural flicker and soft crackle of the wooden wick create an inviting ambiance.
2. The Essential Oil Effect
Artificial fragrances can contain a cocktail of chemicals. We choose to scent our candles with essential oils because they are natural and can offer therapeutic benefits. Not only do they fill your room with a delightful aroma, but also, essential oil candles can enhance your mood, promote relaxation, or even boost energy. From calming lavender to invigorating citrus, our essential oil candles add a touch of nature to your home.
3. Indoor Plants for Better Air Quality
Indoor air quality can often be worse than outdoor air due to the accumulation of pollutants. One simple and beautiful solution? Houseplants! Not only do they add a fresh touch of green, but certain plants also help to filter and clean indoor air. Snake plants, spider plants, and peace lilies are all great options that are also easy to care for.
4. Natural Cleaning Products
Many conventional cleaning products are full of harsh chemicals. Switching to natural alternatives or making your own cleaning solutions using ingredients like vinegar, baking soda, and essential oils can significantly reduce your exposure to toxins. Not only is this better for your health, but it's also more sustainable and often cheaper too!
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Finally, buying less but better can help decrease toxins in your home. This means choosing products with less plastic packaging, opting for items made with natural materials, and supporting businesses with sustainable practices, like your favorite Cookeville candle shop, Mountain Top!
Making the switch to a non-toxic lifestyle is not an overnight process, but each small change adds up. And remember, every candle we make at Mountain Top is a beacon, lighting the path to healthier living and a cleaner world. Join us on this journey in Cookeville and beyond, one all-natural, essential oil candle at a time! | environmental_science |
https://laudanelectric.com/incandescent-bulbs-are-on-their-way-out/ | 2023-11-29T01:35:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100047.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20231129010302-20231129040302-00476.warc.gz | 0.973015 | 570 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__234036800 | en | Incandescent bulbs are on their way out. As of January 1, 2013 the 75 watt light bulb is no longer allowed to be manufactured in, or imported to, the United States.
Retailers are allowed to sell through their existing inventories of 75 watt light bulbs, however. The 75 watt light bulb has now joined the 100 watt light bulb, which was phased out in 2012. 40 watt and 60 watt light bulbs are to be banned in 2014.
The ban of the traditional incandescent light bulb is due to legislation that was adopted by Congress and signed by former President George W. Bush in 2007 in an effort to promote energy efficiency in the United States. The reason? Wasted energy. “90 percent of the energy the bulb uses is wasted,” said Celia Kuperzmid-Lehrman of Consumer Reports. “What they replaced them with are much more energy-efficient bulbs.” Most screw-in bulbs must use at least 27 percent less energy by 2014.
So what are the options left for consumers?
The remaining options for consumers are Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs) and Light-Emitting Diode bulbs (LEDs), which use considerably less energy. These options, however, have been met with some resistance.
In regards to CFLs, most people didn’t like them when they first arrived on the scene because they were not as bright as the incandescent bulb(s) they were replacing. Brightness is becoming less of an issue these days, as advancements in the CFL technologies has the blubs producing cleaner, brighter light.
The second reason for resistance, and maybe this should be the first, is the price difference. The new light bulbs are significantly more expensive than the old incandescent version, so you’ll have to shell out more cash up front. The advantages, however, will save the consumer money over time.
EFFICIENCY: CFLs are four times more efficient and last up to 10 times longer than incandescent bulbs. LED bulbs last up to 10 times as long as compact fluorescent bulbs, and far longer than typical incandescent bulbs.
COST-EFFECTIVE: Although initially more expensive, you save money in the long run because CFLs use 1/3 the electricity and last up to 10 times as long as incandescent bulbs. Although LEDs are initially expensive, the cost is recouped over time and in battery savings. LED bulb use was first adopted commercially, where maintenance and replacement costs are expensive. But the cost of new LED bulbs has gone down considerably in the last few years. and are continuing to go down.
For more information on CLFs and LEDs, including comparison charts, visit Eartheasy.com. | environmental_science |
http://bbth.cattlepoint.org/taxonomy-victoria-crd-oak-bay/ | 2023-09-21T14:40:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506028.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20230921141907-20230921171907-00524.warc.gz | 0.943221 | 934 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__9964649 | en | Our sampling sites are installed on supply and distribution mains. We have sampling ports tapped into them that generally employ irrigation fittings. However, I don’t think you should tap into a homeowner’s water service line, as there is significant risk of causing a leak and any water quality issues or water loss on the resident’s side of the water meter are the responsibility of the resident. I strongly doubt that you would get permission from any of the municipalities to install sampling ports on their side of the meter as the risk of cross connection and contamination is significant.
In general, drinking water sampling from the home could be done from a faucet. But recognize that there could be influences between the sample site/faucet and the water flowing in the mains, so a home sample isn’t necessarily representative of the water in the mains. The primary influences I can think of are: pipe material of the service line from the meter to the house; pipes in the house; any home treatment such as filtration or water softeners; stagnant water. Water in the mains is the most representative of the water being served to Greater Victoria.
My suggestions for collecting a representative sample from a home are: sample from the cold water as hot water tanks influence the water due to stagnation and metals/sediment accumulation; remove the aeration screen on the faucet; let the water run until its cold to remove stagnant water; use a lab provided and appropriate sampling container for the tests; follow good sampling technique to reduce the chance of contamination from the sampler or environment.
As for testing, pH is the only somewhat reliable home test that I know of. And pH strips are much less accurate and precise than a lab test. I’ll speak to the parameters in the table below individually, but in general I would absolutely recommend lab testing from a certified lab.
Bacteria – must be done at a lab; the bacteria of interest must be cultured for to see if it’s present in a sample; I have no recommendations because I don’t know the scope of your project and my expertise is in treated drinking water which monitors for bacteria listed in the BC Drinking Water Act & Regulations and the Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality
Physical-Chemical – generally considered conventional parameters such as pH, conductivity, alkalinity, turbidity; some of these parameters can be influenced by the household factors I mentioned above
Disinfection by-products – compounds that can form from reactions between the natural organic material in the water and chlorine; generally develop with contact time so we test for those in the further reaches of the system; regulated under the BC Drinking Water Act & Regulations as they can be carcinogenic if ingested in concentrations over the guideline values
Metals – from a drinking water perspective, most metals don’t have human health guidelines but have Aesthetic Objectives (AO) because they cause colour or appearances that are not pleasant – think blue-green staining from copper; lead has a human health Maximum Acceptable Concentration (MAC); metals can be picked up from any pipes that are not plastic PVC so the water in mains is the most representative of what is coming the residents
Parasites – may be present in the raw water; disinfection/treatment processes remove parasites so they will not be present in the treated water
Algal toxins – may be present in the raw water only when there is a cyanobacteria bloom of cyanobacteria species that have the capability of producing toxins; not all toxin producers always produce toxins; blooms are defined by specific criteria based on number of algal cells and species composition; disinfection/treatment process remove cyanotoxin so they will not be present in the treated water
Reporting and Doc Libary
Lastly, I’ve attached here the tables from our 2016 annual report summarizing all the testing we do on the raw and treated water – the 2017 annual report is being written this spring. As you can see, we focus a lot of the contaminants testing on the raw water. The water quality is very similar between the raw and treated water because our treatment processes are fairly simple and conservative. You can also see that the water quality is very stable and there is very little fluctuation seasonally or from year to year.
I hope this helps you sort out your ideas. Have a good weekend! | environmental_science |
https://danielvogwill.wordpress.com/2017/06/14/ocean-explorations/ | 2018-11-17T01:18:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-47/segments/1542039743247.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20181116235534-20181117021534-00466.warc.gz | 0.991307 | 275 | CC-MAIN-2018-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-47__0__31547389 | en | We began the final day here at SAINO, on a field trip to an organic tomato farm on the island of Ondo Kurahashi in Kure City, Japan. We began the tour by meeting the owner and the team of researchers as they discussed their research on the improvement of tomato growth. We then entered one of their greenhouses and had the chance to see the process they use to grow the tomatoes. They then gave us the chance to taste test their organic tomatoes. They were very delicious and after this, we made our way back to the school and stopped at Cafe Slow. We were able to cook our own food on a grill on the patio of the restaurant. It was a really cool experience to cook your own food and it was also the best meal I have had this whole time. After we ate, all of the students made their way down to the beach where we walked into the ocean and on the rocks to go on an exploration into what was there. We took tons of photos, gathered shells, and played in the water. We then had to leave for the bus and we made our way back to the school. After playing volleyball for the final time, I made my way back home to have okonomiyaki and play with fireworks. Overall, it was a very successful last day and I am not ready to head back to Chicago. | environmental_science |
http://tieaeduc.com/index.php/courses/diploma-in-wildlife-management-coservation | 2018-02-25T23:15:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891817523.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20180225225657-20180226005657-00042.warc.gz | 0.932789 | 284 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__62036786 | en | Tourism Institute of East Africa is proud to introduce a Diploma in Wildlife Management & Conservation. While tourism is developing in Africa, there is need to protect and conserve wildlife and nature. Thousands of lions, elephants and other wildlife are killed annually reducing the population of wildlife in Africa. The new wave of Tourism Development is not looking at Sustainable Tourism; rather developers are looking at short-term benefits at the expense of long-term effects on the ecology.
The Diploma in Wildlife Management & Conservation is intended to equip students with practical skills to manage wildlife, but also help conserve nature and the environment where wildlife lives.
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Bosch WAT28371GB also features the 3D AquaSpa Wash System. A wash and shower system, water enters the drum from three sides for a quick and even soak. During the cycle, paddles within the drum scoop and move water for gentle washing. Get the best possible water usage from the WAT28371GB | environmental_science |
https://lasfloresexperience.com/sustainability-and-regenerative-efforts/ | 2023-09-30T16:41:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510697.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20230930145921-20230930175921-00599.warc.gz | 0.925375 | 567 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__6124227 | en | Las Flores Resort is congruent with its mission to constantly seek to improve our natural surroundings, our community, and ourselves. We have therefore put into action an ambitious sustainability and social responsibility project to lead a more conscious operation and to inspire others to do the same.
Eco friendly facilities: Designed under sustainable development guidelines. Integrating the infrastructure to sense of location with minimum disturbance the natural environment to reduce the impact on the landscape and ecosystem.
Water treatment: Wastewater treatment plant to recycle 100% of water for irrigation use for gardens and green areas.
Use of plastics: 2020 goal to reduce of the use of plastics in daily operations to achieve a reduction of 75% of current use of single use plastics.
Flavors of the Pacific: The design of a menu inspired into the blending of Salvadoran and international flavors using mostly local and organic products from environmentally conscious suppliers.
Maximization of resources: Processes of recycling and compostable of all products and organic materials into the daily operations.
- Salvadoran heart: currently 100% of the staff is Salvadorian, 80% belong to the surrounding communities.
- Following UN’s SDG, with the help from ONG’s, there is permanent collaboration with all the staff to know the way of living and their families to have cero extreme poverty conditions.
- Partnership program with local schools: Las Flores Resort encourages its guests to collaborate in the program by donating school and sports supplies to 7 local community schools twice a year through scheduled visits.
- A family, a mission: Constant training with sustainability workshops, professional training and team work workshops with the staff to provide integrate tourism services with world class standards.
- Share the vision: we have created a sustainable tourism development association with a sustainability protocol to have short, medium- and long-term tourist destination goals along with all actors involved. One goal is to accumulate waste materials from local communities to upcycle into new uses.
We are proud members of Pack for a Purpose, an initiative that allows travelers like you to make a lasting impact in the community at your travel destination. If you save just a few kilos of space in your suitcase and take supplies for the projects we support in need, you’ll make a priceless impact in the lives of our local children and families. Please click here to see what supplies are needed for our project/projects.
Las Flores Resort is a member of Regenerative Resorts.
Regenerative Resorts is a collection of boutique eco-hotels, where people and place coexist and thrive. With an emphasis on eco-luxury and creating a positive social and environmental impact, Regenerative Resorts is where your vacation meets your values. | environmental_science |
https://bluehotcreative.com/valspar-csr/operations.html | 2024-04-12T21:09:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816070.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412194614-20240412224614-00312.warc.gz | 0.926116 | 218 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__125694112 | en | We are engaged in a company-wide journey toward greater efficiency across our operations, from developing processes and systems that use fewer resources to finding creative ways to reduce waste.
Individual projects at specific sites or within operations have yielded significant improvements in our energy and water use, reduced our waste streams and increased the volume of resources we reuse or recycle. We have recognized the need to take these improvements to scale throughout the company, using site-specific successes as a roadmap.
We are creating a comprehensive sustainability framework to set targets and evaluate progress in several areas, including:
In 2013, we began sustainability planning across all of our operations worldwide. This will help us identify where we can make targeted improvements. We will develop global and local targets against defined performance benchmarks. In addition, gathering comprehensive data from our operations will enable us to begin mapping plans for sharing best practices and replicating our sustainability successes throughout the business.
The projects we have already implemented demonstrate the value of a comprehensive implementation plan for the sustainability triple bottom line — improving profitability, safeguarding people and bearing a lighter imprint on the planet. | environmental_science |
http://www.waterdamageshermanoaksca.com/categories-water-damage/ | 2019-08-20T05:39:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027315222.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20190820045314-20190820071314-00531.warc.gz | 0.933407 | 607 | CC-MAIN-2019-35 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-35__0__158654835 | en | It is a good idea to explore the different categories of water damage for future references. Having the right knowledge of the categories of water will help you at a time when you experience a water damage emergency in your home or office. This particular knowledge will aid you in making the right decisions for restoration and other purposes. Predominantly, there are three categories of water damages referring to its sources and contamination levels. These categories have been broadly classified and defined by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). Take a look.
Category 1: Clean Water
Generally speaking, clean water is usually not contaminated at the source, which means, most of the times, it is not harmful if consumed by humans and pets. It is, however, important to note that once the clean water leaves the exit point and comes in contact with other surfaces, then it may not remain clean. So, as soon as you detect water damages in your property, regardless of its type, it is imperative to employ professional help for restoration.
The sources of clean water include, but not limited to are, overflowing tub and sink with no contaminants, appliance malfunctions, and broken toilet tanks and water supply lines.
Category 2: Grey Water
Grey water category contains varied forms of contamination and harmful chemicals that may lead to illness if consumed by humans and pets. Quite indisputably, proper remediation that includes thorough cleaning, drying and dehumidifying of a property is profoundly significant for grey water damages. Get in touch with a professional staff of Sherman Oaks water damage company today. We have the tools and knowledge to handle grey water damages efficiently.
The sources of grey water include, but not limited to are, overflowing toilet bowl with urine in it, overflowing dishwashers and washing machines, and sump pump failures.
Category 3: Black Water
Lastly, we have a black water category, the most dangerous category of water damages. Black water contains hazardous contaminants such as harmful bacteria, pesticides, fungi and other microbes. Ingestion of black water can cause severe discomfort and even death of humans and pets. It takes specialized skills and tools to handle black water damages, and therefore, for remediation of black water damages, we strongly advise to hire professional help only.
The sources of black water include, but not limited to are, overflowing rivers or streams, ground surface water and seawater flooding.
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The use of ploughs is gaining more and more importance in arable farming as the use of crop care products is being reduced. For many farmers, ploughs are the first choice, above all as an alternative to the use of total herbicides and as a means to control herbicideresistant weeds.
The soil is the most important resource in productive agriculture. Choice of the primary cultivation procedure, for the particular location, and optimal use of technology, help retain the long-term profitability of the soil. An important factor for a successful harvest is the preparation of seedbeds.
LEMKEN offers a wide product range of compact disc harrows and cultivators to enable the forward-looking farmer and contractor to implement a coordinated strategy of stubble cultivation and basic soil cultivation for mulch sowing, depending on the location, soil and prevailing crop rotation.In the process, implements with different tillage intensities, such as the Heliodor and Rubin compact disc harrows or the Koralin, Kristall and Karat cultivators, can be linked to form intelligent process chains. In this way, all crop production requirements can be optimally taken into account at low process costs.
The LEMKEN SeedHub ensures precise distribution even in windy conditions. For this purpose, the seed is conveyed via the fan to the baffle plates of the individual sections and, as recommended, evenly distributed on the soil surface in front of the roller or into the soil flow. It can be combined with all LEMKEN compact disc harrows and the Kristall and Karat cultivators.
Modern arable farms need high performance equipment, a versatile combination of different functions within an implement, and fast, simple road transport. And all this without compromise to good consolidation and perfect seed placement. The most important feature of a modern drill technology is that it will work flawlessly in both conventional and conservation tillage.
With the Azurit, LEMKEN has set standards in precision seeding. The staggered placement of the grains in the DeltaRow triangle provides the plants with more nutrients, more water and more light. With this advantage for the plant, a higher yield can be achieved with the same crop density. The DeltaRow method also enables tramlining with a constant number of plants.
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https://www.shores2shores.com/2019/07/nimasa-to-send-imo-instruments-for.html | 2020-11-28T10:18:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141195417.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20201128095617-20201128125617-00022.warc.gz | 0.913732 | 908 | CC-MAIN-2020-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__180736089 | en | NIMASA to send IMO instruments for domestication.
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As Gbajabiamila pledges legislative support for blue sea economy
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, has forwarded six International Maritime Organization (IMO) instruments on marine environment management to the presidency for ratification.
This is in a renewed bid to invigorate the protection and preservation of marine and ocean ecosystem, responsible for the conservation, exploration and exploitation of Nigeria's biodiversity.
The Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dakuku Peterside who disclosed this during the African Day of Seas and Oceans in Lagos said the marine ecosystem has huge present and future economic potentials that must be properly managed for its full benefits through conscious efforts and deliberate policies.
He added that NIMASA would continue to take steps to identify with the global maritime community adoption of newer measures designed to achieve sustainable marine economic growth.
This is even as the Speaker House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila who delivered the keynote address at the event provided strong affirmative direction on the readiness of Nigeria to explore all purposeful options geared towards the protection and exploitation of the nation’s marine biodiversity.
While commending NIMASA and its leadership for meticulously steering the ship of state on the path of economic growth and competitiveness, wellbeing and environmental safety, the Hon. Speaker said:
"The National Assembly will continue to partner the agency and the executive arm of government in the bid to realize the full potentials inherent in our seas and oceans."
Represented by Hon. Linda Juba Igbiazor, the Speaker emphasized:
“Efficient management and sustainable exploitation of the marine resources in our seas and oceans no doubt provide a veritable tool for our Economic and Recovery Growth Plan as a country and gives expression to our sustainable development goals”, adding that,
“The National Assembly is committed towards our national quest for the sustainable use, conservation, exploitation and exploration of our seas and oceans to maximize our vast economic potentials.
"We will support the sustainable governance of Nigeria’s seas and oceans and the efforts of the executive arm of Government that would see to the effective domestication of relevant international conventions of the International Maritime Organisation on marine environment through legislative enactments.
“The National Assembly would also work with the executive arm in putting in place the necessary legal framework for the Blue Economy to engender and protect the Nigerian marine environment and development of the ocean economy," Gbajabiamila emphasized.
Speaking further, Dakuku explained the global community is looking more and more towards the seas and oceans for economic prosperity, noting that our marine economic potentials is huge enough to correct our presnt unemployment deficit, as well contribute substantially to increase our national gross domestic product, GDP.
To achieve this, the NIMASA boss iterated Nigeria must be willing to develop interest in the conservation, exploration and exploitation of it's marine biodiversity.
He stressed that NIMASA is committed to the formulation of policies that will drive and accelerate above economic developments and growth, while preserving the marine environment.
Dakuku therefore called on stakeholders to come onboard and join hands with government to tap into the nation’s seas and oceans wealth.
His words, “As a maritime safety administration, NIMASA is committed to focusing its attention on formulating policies that are in tandem with the development of our marine biodiversity towards enhancing Nigeria’s economic growth in line with government agenda for the diversification of the economy.
“It is pertinent to mention that NIMASA has concluded and forwarded to the executive arm of government six international maritime organization (IMO) instruments on marine environment management for ratification.
Dakuku said some of the instruments include the Hong Kong Convention for the Sale and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships 2009, International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Fishing Vessel Personnel, Protocol Relating to Intervention on the High Seas in Cases of Oil Pollution Casualties, Intervention 1973, and Protocol on Limitation of Liability for Marine Claims, LLMC, 1996."
The NIMASA helmsman added that the agency is “undertaking a review of all the marine environment management regulations made to the merchant Shipping Act 2007 in line with the corrective action from IMO Members State Audit Scheme, IMSAS” | environmental_science |
https://www.drccleaningsolutions.com/tips-for-preventing-mold-in-your-attic/ | 2020-09-27T09:48:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400274441.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20200927085848-20200927115848-00710.warc.gz | 0.92919 | 801 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__128312494 | en | Tips for Preventing Mold in Your Attic
Tips for Preventing Mold in Your Attic
Poor ventilation, leaky foundations, and other sources of moisture make your basement the ideal place for mold to thrive. But while you’re busy battling obvious mold damage in the lowest area of your house, you may be ignoring another room that you might not associate with mold: your attic.
Once mold is established inside your attic, it can be very tricky to eliminate and will require professional assistance. Here are a few tips to help you prevent mold from growing in your attic.
Inspect Your Roof
Roof damage and leaks are some of the most common causes of mold growth in your attic. Perform a visual inspection of your roof and look for curled or missing shingles, damaged shingles or flashing, loss of granules on asphalt shingles, and roof rot. Any roof damage could result in leaks that create moisture problems in your attic. Here are other signs your roof is damaged and there is a moisture problem:
– Water stains on ceiling
– Leaks and puddles inside your attic
– Mold growth on asphalt shingles
– Mold or moss growth on siding
Contact a professional roofer immediately to have any damaged repaired immediately. You should also replace your asphalt roof if it is severely damaged or if it is anywhere from 15 to 20 years old, which is the average lifespan of asphalt shingles. A good roof can help prevent mold issues in your attic.
Improve Your Attic Ventilation
Your morning showers and the summer heat are just a few of the many ways moisture will collect inside your attic. If your attic is properly ventilated, the excess warm, moist air will be eliminated and replaced by cool, dry air. This will create an ideal balance that will keep your attic dry and the air in your home more comfortable.
But if your attic ventilation is inadequate, it will create a moist environment in your attic that is ideal for mold to grow. There are several ways you can improve the ventilation in your attic, including:
– Installing intake vents on your roof soffits
– Installing additional roof vents
– Installing roof ridge vents
If there is excessive moisture inside your home and the levels inside your attic are not improving after installing additional roof vents, another good option is to install an attic ventilation fan. Several types of attic fans are available, including solar powered models, which are much less expensive to operate.
Monitor Your Attic’s Humidity Levels
You can ensure the humidity levels in your attic remain consistent with an inexpensive tool: a hygrometer. You can buy this tool at home improvement and hardware stores. Simply check the hygrometer in your attic several times a month to ensure the relative humidity, or RH, remains between 40 percent and 50 percent.
Upgrade Your Insulation
Preventing excessive moisture inside your attic is the first step in stopping mold — maintaining constant temperatures is the second. Mold flourishes in warmer temperatures and installing upgraded insulation will help keep your attic temperatures in check.
Fiberglass insulation, which isn’t biodegradable and is manufactured with small pieces of glass, resists mold growth and is the best option to prevent moisture and mold in your attic. Remove thick layers of dust from your attic insulation. Even if the product is non-biodegradable, mold can grow on a layer of dust that is very thick.
Install a vapor barrier between the insulation and the attic’s inner walls. This will prevent condensation from being soaked up by the insulation. Do not store boxes next to the insulation. This will prevent it from drying, if there is any moisture in your attic.
Taking the steps to prevent mold in your attic will protect your family’s health and your pocketbook. If you have any additional questions, contact the professionals at DRC Cleaning Solutions. | environmental_science |
http://dcfaithinaction.org/gospel-values/2016/12/01/the-giant-pandas-of-2016/ | 2017-05-01T06:15:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917127681.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031207-00317-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.965252 | 458 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__298741546 | en | The Giant Pandas of 2016
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2016 was a difficult and eventful year for everyone around the world. There were many terrorists attacks, such as the one in Nice, France. There were shootings and deaths of famous legends, such as Muhammad Ali and David Bowie that shocked the nation. The election also added to the hostile environment this year. There weren’t many happy and forgiving stories that appeared in 2016. But one of the few was about pandas.
In Chengdu, China at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, 23 giant pandas were born on September 26, 2016. This was a compelling amount because it was almost twice as high from 2015. These pandas were on display for the public to see. People could watch the 1 to 4 month pandas moving about. Some pandas stayed laying on the table while others wiggled around, catching the attention of the crowd. One panda even fell off!
The amount of these pandas are important because the species is endangered. In 1990, pandas were moved off of the Threatened Species list and onto the Endangered Species List. From the census in 2014, there are 1,864 giant pandas are left in the wild. They are endangered because of the impact of the hunters and habitat loss. Because of habitat loss, there is a loss in bamboo, which is the Giant panda’s main food source.
What can you do to help the endangered Giant Pandas? You can donate to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) on their website. For example, you can donate 56 dollars and it will help support a ranger go through a 5-day training course and this could help obtain information about the Giant panda’s habitat. If you donate 1,392 dollars, you are able to save an injured panda.
Giant pandas are one of the world’s most adorable animals, so it will be very heartbreaking if the species eventually goes extinct. The 23 newborn baby pandas gives the cuddly breed and the panda lovers hope for a better future for them. | environmental_science |
https://bargrind.com/2023/02/09/automotive-aluminum-supplier-detroit-michigan/ | 2024-04-15T09:59:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816954.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415080257-20240415110257-00527.warc.gz | 0.935028 | 762 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__72478360 | en | Aluminum is one of the most frequently used materials in the automotive industry due to its high strength-to-weight ratio and relative affordability compared to other metals.
It can be found in numerous areas of a vehicle: from chassis and body panels to exhaust pipes and other structural components. Using aluminum instead of heavier materials like steel can increase safety, improve fuel economy, , and thereby reduce emissions.
Are you interested in learning how aluminum is used in the manufacturing of cars today? This automotive aluminum supplier in Detroit, Michigan is going to discuss some of the key points you should know below.
There are several notable benefits of using aluminum in the manufacturing of cars. By reducing the overall weight of a vehicle, it improves fuel efficiency, as less energy is required to move itthe vehicle down the road.
Additionally, because aluminum is more corrosion-resistant than steel, it can help extend the lifespan of parts resulting in fewer maintenance costs over time.
Finally, using aluminum helps make vehicles more environmentally friendly by reducing emissions from burning fossil fuels while still providing the strength and durability necessary to produce a safe vehicle..
The use of aluminum in cars has some potential drawbacks. One of the biggest challenges with using aluminum is its cost — however, it is still more affordable than other metals like alloy steel or titanium when acquired from a reputable automotive metal supplier in Detroit, Michigan. Despite its upfront cost, the material provides an excellent return on investment for auto manufacturers.
Manufacturing processes involving aluminum can also be quite challenging, as the metal requires much greater precision and accuracy during production than other materials do. This means that additional resources and time must go into producing parts made from aluminum, which can increase costs and slow down production times.
Finally, aluminum production can have an environmental impact due to the mining and processing of the ore required to create it. These processes often involve chemicals that can be damaging to ecosystems and hazardous for workers if not handled properly. Additionally, certain aluminum car parts are difficult to recycle, and they sometimes end up in landfills rather than being repurposed or reused.
Fortunately, automakers and other manufacturers have developed innovative techniques for producing aluminum parts that make them easier and faster to manufacture while reducing costs and overall environmental impact.
For example, some companies are using 3D printing technology instead of traditional machining methods (additive, rather than reductive manufacturing) to create precise aluminum parts with minimal waste.
Another solution to address the challenge of aluminum car parts ending up in landfills is recycling. Automakers are increasingly investing in solutions that allow them to recycle more used parts and materials into new ones, reducing the need for additional production costs and resources while also helping reduce their environmental footprint.
Finally, some automotive metal suppliers in Detroit, Michigan have begun looking into renewable energy sources, like solar power or wind turbines, to provide the electricity necessary for producing aluminum. This can help reduce carbon footprints by eliminating the need to burn fossil fuels while still providing enough energy to meet production needs.
Overall, using aluminum in cars offers numerous benefits, but it also poses some challenges. Fortunately, with innovative production techniques, recycling initiatives, and renewable energy sources, automakers can find ways to mitigate these drawbacks while still taking advantage of the many advantages aluminum provides.
Are you looking to partner with a reputable automotive aluminum supplier in Detroit, Michigan? If so, Banner Commercial is the company to call. As a leading supplier of high-quality aluminum, we can provide you with the exact materials needed for your manufacturing processes.
We carry an extensive inventory of aluminum in different grades and sizes — from sheet metal to extrusions — and we have the expertise necessary to help you find the best solution for your needs. Contact us today at (800) 323-9732 to discuss your project. | environmental_science |
https://unilogistics.vn/en/tin-tuc/earth-hour-2023-let-u-i-logistics-give-an-hour-for-the-earth-2254 | 2023-06-06T18:35:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224653071.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20230606182640-20230606212640-00140.warc.gz | 0.850306 | 171 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__16884665 | en | 60 minutes OFF non-essential electric light
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http://closercornwall.com/wildlife | 2018-12-17T07:06:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376828448.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20181217065106-20181217091106-00069.warc.gz | 0.93525 | 1,828 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__137801176 | en | Because South East Cornwall is so unspoiled and has such a wide variety of natural environments – everything from sea to high moorland – it’s a great place to watch wildlife and sea life.
It’s worth taking a boat trip out to sea to experience the best wildlife that our sea has to offer. There are plenty of wildlife boat trips available in places like Fowey, Looe and across the river in Plymouth. South East Cornwall is home to some of the richest marine wildlife in the British Isles. Grey seals are large creatures and surprisingly common (the UK has 80% of the world population, and many of them can be found around the South East Cornwall coast. For more than twenty years, a male with one eye amused locals and visitors in Looe Harbour, and his lifesize statue can be seen at the harbour entrance. Cornwall Seal Group identifies and monitors Grey Seals – if you get a good photo of one in the Looe area, they’d love to hear from you.
Grey seals, image Victoria Clare
Dolphins and porpoises are also relatively common in our waters, particularly harbour porpoise, common dolphins and bottlenose dolphins. Minke whales are also seen from time to time.
Common dolphins, image Victoria Clare
Perhaps the marine animal that the south coast of Cornwall is most famous for is the basking shark. This is the second largest of all fishes – twice as large as the great white, but a harmless plankton feeder, despite its enormous mouth. Reaching lengths of up to 12m, basking sharks are spring and summer visitors to southeast Cornwall and come in very close to beaches to feed off plankton in the water. Many of the boat captains pride themselves on knowing the sharks’ favourite spots, but it’s not unheard of for basking sharks to come close to beaches where holidaymakers are sunbathing. Numbers seem to be increasing, which is great news. Even so, the best chance of seeing interesting marine life is definitely to go on a boat trip with an experienced guide.
You don’t have to be out at sea to see sea life – much of it can be seen on the shore! One thing we have plenty of in South East Cornwall is unspoilt beaches, and that means rock pools. In fact, we have some of the best beaches for rock-pooling anywhere in the world! Hannafore Beach in Looe was named by the Wildlife Trusts as one of the best rock-pooling beaches in the country. It’s a sheltered area of rocky shore that forms part of the Looe Marine Conservation Area. The seaweed provides cover and food for starfish, crabs, sea anemones, fish and other shellfish.
Rockpooling at Seaton, image Matt Jessop
Other local beaches that are great for rock-pooling include Cawsand, Kingsand, the rockier parts of Whitsand Bay (like Seaton) and Plaidy Beach.
Those same boat trips that take you out to look for dolphins and basking sharks also know where to go to find interesting sea birds. Off the coast, you can expect to see such interesting birds as gannets, great skua, arctic skua, guillemots and shearwaters as well as fulmars and a wide range of gulls. If you’re coming to do some birding in South East Cornwall, you’ll be missing out if you stay on land for the whole of your holiday.
Fulmars at Whitsand Bay, image Victoria Clare
Nevertheless, South East Cornwall is a great place for birdwatching. We have many different environments (cliffs, moorland, tidal estuaries, mixed woodland, etc), low pollution and we’re on the migration route for many species.
The Rame Peninsula (especially Rame Head) is a favourite site for local birders, offering up a very diverse selection of native birds and rare visitors. The area is especially good for raptors (especially slightly later in the year) – look out for peregrines, hobbies, merlins, hen harriers, marsh harriers and short-eared owls around Rame Head.
Our wide river estuaries are excellent habitats for wading birds, and in recent years we have been seeing some increasingly exotic visitors, especially to the Tamar and Lynher estuaries. Little egrets and avocets are now common here, and you may even see spoonbills. Of course knowing where to look is important, and viewing from a boat might be the best way. Bruce Taggart of Tamar Wildlife organises guided wildlife tours on foot and by boat.
Avocets, Lynher Estuary, image Victoria Clare
Cornwall is an important habitat for butterflies, including some rare and endangered species. Butterfly Conservation identifies four sites in South East Cornwall as being of particular importance - Greenscombe Wood in Luckett (heath fritillary, marbled white, ringlet and small copper), Bunny’s Hill in Bodmin (pearl-bordered fritillary, small pearl-bordered fritillary, dark green fritillary, silver-washed fritillary), Rame Head (marbled white, pearl-bordered fritillary, small pearl-bordered fritillary, green hairstreak, clouded yellow) and the coast path near the Wild Futures Monkey Sanctuary in Looe (pearl-bordered fritillary, dingy skipper).
Clouded yellow, image Victoria Clare
As well as these rarer species, expect to see speckled woods, gatekeepers, brimstones, small tortoiseshells, small heaths, red admirals, commas, peacocks and painted ladies, at the right time of year, in the right place.
You might have to get wet to see some of our most interesting wildlife. Off the South East Cornwall coast are a number of reefs, teeming with interesting marine life from colourful corals to weird marine invertebrates, fish and eels. The best way to do this is with a local diving club. See our watersports page for more information on diving.
You’ll find quite a diverse range of wild mammals in South East Cornwall. Some are common, some perhaps more common here than elsewhere in the country and some are rare. You may certainly spot foxes, badgers, stoats, weasels, hedgehogs, moles (or at least evidence of their passing), various species of shrew, various mice, grey squirrels and rabbits in South East Cornwall. However, you should also look out for otters, bank, field and water voles, dormice and brown hares, although you’ll have to be very good, very patient or very lucky. Roe deer and red deer, on the other hand, are surprisingly common, especially in the Tamar Valley. The Cornwall Mammal Group has excellent species guides showing known distribution in Cornwall of all our mammal species.
Go for a walk in South East Cornwall on a quiet spring, summer or autumn evening and there’s a good chance that you just glimpse a bat hunting for insects. The most common South East Cornwall bat (and the most common in Britain) is the pipistrelle.
Reptiles and Amphibians
Because Cornwall is the warmest part of the country, we do get reptiles and amphibians here. You’ll find grass snakes and adders all over the region, often basking on rocks on heathland and moorland. Common lizards and slow worms are also relatively common reptiles in South East Cornwall.
As for amphibians, both common toads and common frogs are (predictably enough) fairly common in South East Cornwall, frogs especially so in the wetter river valleys. Two species of newt are native to the area – the smooth newt and the palmate newt, though neither is common.
Smooth newt, image Victoria Clare
Finally, if you really want a gold star for reptile spotting in southeast Cornwall, then you need to get in a boat, because there are occasional recorded sightings of leatherback turtles off the coast!
Zoos and Wildlife Parks
If you want to see more wildlife while you’re here, why not visit one of our excellent zoos and wildlife parks? In Looe, you’ll find the Porfell Wildlife Park and Sanctuary and the Wild Futures Monkey Sanctuary. Launceston has the wonderful Tamar Otter Sanctuary. Meanwhile, just outside the region, are Dartmoor Zoo and the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth, Paignton Zoo and Newquay Zoo.
The Tamar Otter Sanctuary, image Victoria Clare | environmental_science |
https://ownincabo.com/maintaining-your-ocean-front-cabo-home/ | 2023-12-05T15:06:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100551.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205140836-20231205170836-00671.warc.gz | 0.919579 | 1,328 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__117355609 | en | Owning oceanfront real estate in Los Cabos is a dream for some that, although luxurious and romantic, requires a certain level of upkeep. In general, real estate in beachfront environments is exposed to high levels of humidity that can quickly wreak havoc on your home. Properties located in front of the ocean are exposed to a significantly higher amount of salt than other homes in coastal areas.
In order to maintain the value of your beachfront property, it’s important to be well-informed on the necessary maintenance steps. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the most important things to do each year when caring for a home or condo located in front of the ocean.
1. Regularly Check All Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Units
The high concentration of sea salt in the air attracts moisture to the metal components of an Air conditioning system. As Accumulation of moisture can cause premature corrosion and deterioration of the air conditioning systems components. Furthermore, the closer you live to the ocean, the greater the risk of salt damaging your AC unit.
It is important that you have filters in your AC system, they can do a great job of filtering out much of the salt and dust in the air before it reaches the at risk metal components. For this reason, we recommend that you have your AC filters cleaned or changed once a month and have a professional check and tune up your system once a year.
2. Check All Seals on Windows and Doors
Water Penetrating from heavy rains can result in deterioration of window sashes, framing, blinds, and, if severe, even exterior flooring. In order to prevent costly repairs in the future, it’s important to check all window and door seals as well as weatherstripping on a regular basis. We recommend that you do this twice a year, once every six months. If you find any issues in your window and door treatments, repair or replace them immediately to avoid leaks and more serious complications.
3. Keep a look Out for Mold
Mold loves humid conditions and coastal weather conditions. This constant exposure provides the perfect habitat for mold and it can grow just about anywhere: in your outdoor furniture and cushions, on a wet towel left on the floor, on the walls, and in the shower.
If caught early, mold can be prevented or properly treated. If left untreated, it can spread very quickly and through your entire home rapidly. The best way to protect your property from mold is to prevent mold growth altogether. There are Certain types of mold, like black mold, which are a serious health concern if not properly addressed. If you see mold or think you might have mold in your home, please contact a specialist immediately and take steps for proper removal.
4. Inspect for Termites Regularly
Termites can be a common nuisance that can also quickly affect your oceanfront property. Termites only need a small opening to gather themselves into your home and start causing damage. Both subterranean (underground) termites and the flying termites are prominent in Cabo San Lucas. We always recommend that you perform regular inspections and fumigate your home in order to avoid termite damage.
5. Pressure Wash Your Home
Many oceanfront properties are not protected by tall trees and get no shade. These properties can receive full sun and are affected by the ocean elements all day, sometimes leaving them looking weathered fairly quickly. Simple Pressure washing is an easy way to remove salt and dirt from your home while also removing any possible mildew growth. We recommend pressure washing the exterior of your home up to every 3 months to remove any salt and dirt buildup.
6. Keep Your Decks Sealed
Another important item that can get overlooked is a task that should be on your list of annual home maintenance checklist is sealing your deck. Sea salt air, tropical rain, high winds and prolonged exposure to the coastal sun can cause significant wear and tear on any deck. Even a small leak that goes unnoticed can cause issues. The best way to protect your decks is to reseal them each year.
7. Protect Your Outdoor Furniture
Outdoor furniture can often be overlooked but tends to be the most affected in coastal homes since it’s always exposed to the elements. Always take care for your outdoor furniture, rinse any metal framing weekly with water and dry it with a dry cloth. Another good practice for maintaining your outdoor furniture protection is to always cover your outdoor furniture when it is not in use. This will help prevent any buildup of salt and dirt that may cause rusting or a buildup of some mildew. If you want to add a layer of protection to the metal framing, might we we suggest applying a coat of car polish or wax to help prevent rust.
8. Regular Inspections of the Exterior of Your Home
A great practice is to periodically inspect the exterior of your coastal home to look for any damaged siding, missing shingles, and anything else that might need the attention of a licensed contractor. Catching these type of issues early can save you a significant amount of time and money down the road due to mold, leaks, and rot.
9. Hire a Property Manager That Specializes in Coastal Property Maintenance
If you’re looking at real estate in Los Cabos to receive a return on investment, or as a vacation home and you’re not going to be living in your ocean front property year-round, you might want to consider hiring a responsible property manager. A preferred property manager regularly inspects your home to ensure that everything is functioning properly. He/she also handles any necessary repairs and/or upkeep in order to avoid any damage to your property.
10. Consult a Licensed Real Estate Agent in Cabo San Lucas
If you have questions about purchasing oceanfront real estate in Los Cabos or Cabo San Lucas and how to maintain it, contact Own In Cabo Realtors. Our fully licensed real estate specialists are experts in oceanfront properties and will help you understand the joys of owning real estate in Cabo San Lucas and the steps necessary to retain the value of your oceanfront property.
To speak to a licensed real estate agent in Cabo San Lucas, contact us online or via our U.S. or Local numbers 1 (925) 963 9639 when calling from the US or Canada. But If you’re currently in Mexico, you can call us using our local Cabo phone number, 624 160 1502. | environmental_science |
https://www.marlinks.com/distributed-sensing-of-microseisms-and-teleseisms-with-submarine-dark-fibers/ | 2022-12-07T16:01:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446711200.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20221207153419-20221207183419-00799.warc.gz | 0.890511 | 8,753 | CC-MAIN-2022-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__157271431 | en | distributed sensing of microseisms and teleseisms with submarine dark fibers
Sparse seismic instrumentation in the oceans limits our understanding of deep Earth dynamics and submarine earthquakes. Distributed acoustic sensing (DAS), an emerging technology that converts optical fiber to seismic sensors, allows us to leverage pre-existing submarine telecommunication cables for seismic monitoring. Here we report observations of microseism, local surface gravity waves, and a teleseismic earthquake along a 4192-sensor ocean-bottom DAS array offshore Belgium. We observe in-situ how opposing groups of ocean surface gravity waves generate double-frequency seismic Scholte waves, as described by the Longuet-Higgins theory of microseism generation. We also extract P- and S-wave phases from the 2018-08-19 𝑀𝑤8.2Mw8.2 Fiji deep earthquake in the 0.01-1 Hz frequency band, though waveform fidelity is low at high frequencies. These results suggest significant potential of DAS in next-generation submarine seismic networks.
One of the greatest outstanding challenges in seismology is the sparsity of instrumentation across Earth’s oceans1,2. Poor spatial coverage results in biases and low-resolution regions in global tomography models as well as significant location uncertainty for offshore seismicity. Modern ocean-bottom seismometers (OBS) generally fall into two categories: short-period instruments (∼∼1–5 Hz), which can record for up to a month or more, and long-period or broadband instruments (BBOBS), which often employ the same sensors as terrestrial broadband seismic stations and can operate for as long as 2 years3. Whereas short-period instruments are primarily used in active-source experiments, BBOBS are ideal for passive-source experiments and have been used for tomographic studies, earthquake location, and ocean wave monitoring among numerous other applications4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12. However, BBOBS are expensive and limited by data telemetry and battery life except in near-shore environments3. Recent work has explored several alternatives to conventional BBOBS for offshore seismic monitoring, including free-floating robots equipped with hydrophones13, moored surface buoys or autonomous surface vehicles for satellite telemetry acoustically linked to BBOBS14,15, and cabled arrays of broadband sensors16. Recently, Marra et al.17 applied laser interferometry to convert long ocean-bottom telecommunications optical fiber links into seismic strainmeters. This work is particularly promising because repurposing the >1 million km of pre-existing trans-oceanic telecommunications cables as seismic sensors would permit rapid detection and location of earthquakes throughout the world’s ocean basins. Unfortunately, the particular technique in Marra et al.17 is limited to measuring propagation delays integrated across an entire cable length, resulting in a single seismograph with equivalent station location uncertainty on the order of 1 km and complicated instrument response.
Distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) is an emerging technology with strong potential to form the core of next-generation submarine seismic monitoring infrastructure. A DAS interrogator unit probes a fiber optic cable with a coherent laser pulse and measures changes in the phase of the returning optical backscatter time-series. Optical phase shifts between pulses are proportional to longitudinal strain in the fiber and can be mapped into the finite, distributed strain across a fiber segment (termed gauge length) by integration. Applying DAS technology to a fiber optic cable effectively converts the cable into a seismic recording array with thousands of single-component channels, real-time data telemetry, and unlimited deployment duration as long as the DAS unit is powered. For about a decade, DAS has been successfully utilized in boreholes for active-source seismic profiling18,19,20. Recent work with onshore trenched or conduit-installed horizontal fibers has demonstrated the ability of DAS arrays to record earthquakes and other seismic signals at local to teleseismic distances with high waveform fidelity21,22,23,24,25,26,27,28.
In this paper, we demonstrate that submarine horizontal DAS arrays utilizing pre-existing ocean-bottom fiber optic cables are similarly effective for seismological studies and can also record pressure perturbations from ocean wave phenomena. We first examine ocean surface gravity waves and associated seismic modes directly observed on an ocean-bottom DAS array offshore Zeebrugge, Belgium, which we interpret as evidence of in situ microseism generation. We then report our observation of body waves from the 2018-08-19 𝑀𝑤8.2Mw8.2 Fiji deep earthquake. Finally, we discuss implications for future DAS deployments in marine settings.
The Belgium DAS array (BDASA) occupied a pre-existing ocean-bottom fiber optic cable in the Southern Bight of the North Sea offshore Zeebrugge, Belgium (Fig. 1). During August of 2018, the BDASA recorded continuously for nearly a month. Here we analyze the 1-h record containing the principal body wave phases from the 2018-08-19 𝑀𝑤8.2Mw8.2 Fiji deep earthquake, along with ocean wave signals and microseism noise. The fiber optic cable was originally installed to monitor a power cable for the Belwind Offshore Wind Farm (cable and fiber specifications are given in the Supplementary Note 1, Supplementary Fig. 1). Cable geometry is approximately straight over four 10-km segments and is flat or shallowly dipping, except for a steep channel around 10 km and two ∼∼15-m bathymetric ridges at ∼∼30 and 40 km from the coast (Fig. 1a). The cable is buried between 0.5 and 3.5 m below the seafloor in water depths shallower than 40 m. A chirped-pulse DAS system built and installed by the University of Alcala29 continuously interrogated a 42-km near-shore segment of the fiber with channel spacing of 10 m, creating 4192 simultaneously recording seismic sensors (see “Methods”).
In “Separation of coherent signals,” we first decompose the raw BDASA data in the frequency–wavenumber domain, separating and identifying oceanic and seismic signals. In “Microseism generation,” we compare our observations of ocean surface gravity and Scholte waves to the Longuet-Higgins30 theory of double-frequency microseism generation. In “Ocean waves and ocean currents,” we describe sea state and ocean currents across the BDASA, evident from variations in the symmetry of ocean surface gravity wave dispersion. Finally, we discuss the quality of teleseismic body waves from 2018-08-19 𝑀𝑤8.2Mw8.2 Fiji deep earthquake, recovered from the BDASA after filtering out ocean wave and microseism signals.
Separation of coherent signals
In the time domain, raw strain records from the BDASA are complicated by the superposition of several coherent signals with incoherent noise from sources such as temperature drift (Fig. 2a). In the frequency domain, the power spectral density (PSD) of each channel exhibits five distinct peaks, corresponding to different wave modes propagating across the array (Fig. 2b). In order to identify and interpret the wave types comprising each peak, we apply a two-dimensional (2D) Fast Fourier Transform from the raw strain records into the frequency–wavenumber (f–k) domain (Fig. 3). F–k domain analysis of the raw BDASA data is possible here because the chirped-pulse DAS system exhibits negligible fading of sensitivity along the fiber, as is common in conventional DAS and that would require pre-processing at the expense of bandwidth (see “Methods”). Given the quasi-linear geometry of the fiber cable, no corrective algorithms or fiber sectioning methods were applied to compensate cable turns, resulting in slight smearing of energy along the wavenumber axis.
Visualization of BDASA data in the f–k domain allows identification and separation of coherent seismic and oceanic signals in each frequency band based on their characteristic phase velocities (𝑐=𝑓/𝑘c=f/k). Figure 3a shows the complete 4192-channel, 1-h dataset transformed into a single f–k spectrum. Energy in quadrants 1 and 3 corresponds to waves with positive phase velocities. In the coordinate system we adopted, this represents waves propagating landward across the array. Similarly, energy in quadrants 2 and 4 corresponds to waves with negative phase velocities, propagating seaward across the array. There are two distinct groups of energy in the f–k spectrum, which are easily visualized in log–log space (Fig. 3b). Ocean waves appear at low frequencies (<0.3 Hz) with apparent phase velocity slower than ∼∼17 m/s. Seismic waves appear at high frequencies (>0.3 Hz) with apparent phase velocity faster than ∼∼300 m/s. Teleseismic body waves from the 𝑀𝑤8.2Mw8.2 Fiji deep earthquake are not directly visible in the f–k spectrum.
Ocean Surface Gravity Waves
Surface gravity and infragravity waves are excited in oceanic waters by wind–sea interaction. Ocean surface gravity waves follow the dispersion relation 𝜔2=𝑔𝑘tanh(𝑘𝐻)ω2=gktanh(kH), where 𝜔ω is angular frequency, 𝑔g is gravitational acceleration, 𝑘k is angular wavenumber, and 𝐻H is water depth (e.g., ref. 31). F–k analysis of BDASA data shows strong, coherent energy packets in all four quadrants between <0.01 and 0.3 Hz (Fig 4a) with peaks at 0.09 and 0.18 Hz (Fig. 2b). The upper edge of these packets follows the ocean surface gravity wave dispersion relation, corresponding to energy propagating axially along the cable both landward and seaward. Energy appearing below this edge represents surface gravity waves with faster apparent phase velocity that obey the same dispersion relation but are obliquely incident to the cable. For the 20–30-km cable segment shown in Fig. 4a, landward-propagating ocean surface gravity waves are stronger than seaward-propagating waves.
We project the f–k spectrum into frequency–phase velocity space (f–c) using the coordinate transformation 𝑐=𝑓/𝑘c=f/k, permitting better visualization of phase velocity dispersion (Fig. 4b). In f–c space, ocean surface gravity waves exhibit coherent dispersion from faster phase velocity (∼17∼17 m/s) at low frequencies (∼0.01∼0.01 Hz) to slower phase velocity (∼6∼6 m/s) at 0.3 Hz. Ocean wave energy tapers off quickly above 0.3 Hz.
Scholte (Seismic) Waves
Seismic waves propagating faster than 300 m/s are represented in the f–k domain by symmetric fans of energy at frequencies >0.3 Hz (Fig. 5a) with peaks at 0.36 and 1.12 Hz (Fig. 2b). When projected from the f–k domain into f–c space, the high-frequency energy packet exhibits strong dispersion from phase velocities close to the compressional velocity of water (∼∼1500 m/s) at 0.36 Hz to an asymptotic velocity of ∼∼300 m/s above 1 Hz (Fig. 5b). This is consistent with the expected dispersion relation of Scholte waves along the sediment–water interface, which follows the compressional velocity of water at low frequencies and the shear-wave velocity of the shallow sediment layer at high frequencies32. As for ocean waves, the low-velocity edge of the f–k energy packets in each quadrant represents Scholte waves propagating axially along the cable. Energy appearing at faster apparent phase velocities represents Scholte waves obliquely incident to the cable. We note that the 0.3–3.5 Hz Scholte waves are observed in the 550 s of data preceding the arrival of the first P-wave phases from the Fiji earthquake and therefore must be an independent, local phenomenon.
Globally, seismograms record broadband seismic noise with peaks around 14- and 7-s period, termed microseisms, which have long been attributed to ocean wave sources (e.g., ref. 33). The longer period (lower frequency) peak is commonly referred to as primary microseism, while the shorter period (higher frequency) peak is called secondary microseism. Source locations of primary microseism appear to be restricted to coastal areas, with seismic noise excited by direct loading of the seafloor where gravity waves impinge on shallow coastal waters34,35. Source locations of secondary microseism, however, include both near-shore and deep-water environments35,36, and the amplitude of the secondary microseism peak has not been tied directly to coastal ocean wave conditions (e.g., ref. 37). While the relative amplitude and central frequencies of the microseism peaks vary by region and sea state, the double-frequency relationship between primary and secondary microseism is universal and a subject of continued research. Here we argue that ocean surface gravity waves and Scholte waves observed on the BDASA at double-frequency (0.18 and 0.36 Hz, respectively) together represent in situ microseism generation following the theory of Longuet-Higgins30.
PRIMARY MICROSEISM AND ITS DEPTH DEPENDENCE
Based on our f–k analysis above, the 0.18-Hz peak in Fig. 2b corresponds to ocean surface gravity waves propagating across the BDASA. Because the cable is buried at a depth of 0.5–3.5 m, the BDASA is only mechanically coupled to the water body above through the intermediary shallow sediment layer, so ocean waves cannot be observed directly. Instead, ocean waves signals observed on the BDASA are poroelastic strains in the solid earth induced by the pressure field of ocean waves propagating above, hence primary microseism generated in situ by ocean wave loading. Common observations of primary microseism on terrestrial seismic networks (e.g., ref. 35) constitute diffuse seismic energy radiated into the far field, whereas here we observe the primary microseim source directly.
To test this interpretation, we compare the variation in amplitude of the 0.18-Hz peak to the expected seafloor pressure under ocean surface gravity waves along the cable depth profile. The strength of ocean surface gravity waves decays rapidly with depth, which is why source regions of primary microseism are constrained to the coast. Invoking linear wave theory, the magnitude of the pressure perturbations at the seafloor beneath a surface gravity wave scales with angular wavenumber 𝑘k and water depth 𝐻H as 𝑝𝑑∝sech(𝑘𝐻)pd∝sech(kH) (e.g., ref. 31). To evaluate 𝑝𝑑pd, we iteratively solve the implicit dispersion relation for ocean surface gravity waves, 𝜔2=𝑔𝑘tanh(𝑘𝐻)ω2=gktanh(kH), to obtain 𝜔(𝑘)ω(k), and then calculate a theoretical 𝑝𝑑pd as a function of distance and depth using the cable profile. In order to determine a scaling factor between seafloor pressure and fiber strain, we fit the Fourier amplitude observed on the BDASA at 0.18 Hz as a linear function of theoretical 𝑝𝑑pd (see Supplementary Note 2), to produce the model plotted in Fig. 6. We observe a good correspondence between the observed and modeled Fourier amplitude at 0.18 Hz with both water depth and distance along the cable (Fig. 6). To leading order, then 0.18-Hz energy observed on the BDASA is proportional to pressure applied by ocean surface gravity waves at the seafloor, confirming our interpretation of primary microseism generation.
SECONDARY MICROSEISM BY OCEAN WAVE INTERACTION
Longuet-Higgins30 first proposed a mechanism for the double-frequency nature of microseisms, whereby nonlinear interaction of opposing groups of surface gravity waves at one frequency generates a depth-invariant pressure term of second-order magnitude that oscillates at twice the frequency of the surface waves. Hasselmann38 expanded this theory to demonstrate that appreciable microseisms are excited only by components of the ocean pressure field that match the phase velocities of the seismic modes of the coupled water–seabed system. In the simplest case, the phase velocity of Longuet-Higgins’s second-order pressure term scales as 𝑐=2𝜔/∥𝑘→1+𝑘→2∥c=2ω/∥k→1+k→2∥ for two plane surface gravity waves with phase 𝑘→1⋅𝑥→−𝜔𝑡k→1⋅x→−ωt and 𝑘→2⋅𝑥→−𝜔𝑡k→2⋅x→−ωt. Hence, for opposing waves (when 𝑘→1k→1 is close to −𝑘→2−k→2), 𝑐c approaches seismic velocities.
Based on these theories, we assert that the 0.36-Hz Scholte waves discussed above represent secondary microseism associated with the 0.18-Hz opposing surface gravity wave groups. Unlike the 0.18-Hz energy peak, the 0.36-Hz peak observed in the BDASA PSD is almost invariant with depth and is not adequately described by the pressure–depth scaling of ocean surface gravity waves (Fig. 6a). Instead, the Fourier amplitude at 0.36 Hz decreases over the first 12–15 km of the array and then increases gradually with distance out to 40 km (Fig. 6b). Therefore, Scholte waves at 0.36 Hz cannot be the product of direct loading by ocean surface gravity waves.
Longuet-Higgins30 predicts that the amplitude of the secondary pressure term generated by non-linear wave interaction is proportional to the product of the amplitudes of the two opposing ocean wavefield components. Hence, we expect to observe the strongest Scholte waves where seaward- and landward-propagating ocean surface gravity waves are of similar strength and the weakest Scholte waves where seaward- and landward-propagating ocean waves are of significantly different strengths. To test this property, we plot directional spectra for both ocean surface gravity waves and Scholte waves (Fig. 7). For each wave type, theoretical dispersion curves are constructed for waves with different incident azimuths. For each of the four 10-km quasi-linear segments along the fiber, we then take the mean f–k spectral amplitude interpolated along each dispersion curve to form the polar plots in Fig. 7 (see Supplementary Note 3). The cable segment in water depths <10 <10 m is neglected in this analysis, as the PSD of this region is saturated by incoherent energy across a broad band, likely associated with shoaling of ocean waves.
The relative strength of seaward- and landward-propagating ocean surface gravity wavefield components is most similar for the 30–40-km segment, slightly less equal for the 10–20-km segment, and most disparate for the 20–30-km segment (Fig. 7a). As predicted by this scaling, the absolute strength of the Scholte wavefield components (in both quadrants) is greatest for the 30–40-km segment, less for the 10–20-km segment, and smallest for the 20–30-km segment (Fig. 7b). Note that, because Longuet-Higgins’s second-order pressure term does not decay with depth, this result is dependent only on the relative strengths of ocean wavefield components shown in Fig. 7a and not on their absolute strength.
For Scholte (similar to Rayleigh) waves, the theoretical azimuthal sensitivity of DAS is approximately cos2(𝜃)cos2(θ), where 𝜃=0θ=0 is along the axis of the fiber, in the limit that the wavelength is much longer than the gauge length used by the DAS system39. The directional spectra shown in Fig. 8b all approximately follow a 𝑐𝑜𝑠2cos2 shape, suggesting that the azimuthal distribution of Scholte wave energy is relatively diffuse (or isotropically propagating) along most of the fiber. The diffuse nature of the secondary microseism wavefield is further evidence that these waves must be generated in situ and also offers a direct observation of the radiation pattern of secondary microseism at its source.
Within this framework, we are unable to describe the 1.12-Hz peak (Fig. 2b) and associated high-frequency Scholte wave energy observed up to 3.5 Hz (Fig. 5a). The 1.12-Hz peak likely does not represent secondary microseism associated with a pair of opposing surface gravity wave groups with a dominant frequency of 0.55 Hz, as no 0.55-Hz peak is observed in our data. However, the strength of ocean waves observed at the seafloor attenuates strongly with decreasing wavelength, so it is possible that 0.55-Hz ocean waves do exist. The 1.12-Hz peak could also correspond to external environmental noise from an unknown (potentially anthropogenic) source. Alternatively, it could represent a resonant mode of the coupled sediment–water system.
Ocean waves and ocean currents
Beyond their implications for microseism generation, ocean surface gravity waves observed on the BDASA demonstrate the potential of ocean-bottom DAS for investigations in physical oceanography. Computing f–k spectra across different segments of the cable, we can distinguish spatial variations in the intensity of landward-propagating versus seaward-propagating ocean surface gravity waves in order to interpret sea state. For example, on the 20–30-km segment (Fig. 4a) landward-propagating waves are stronger than the seaward-propagating waves, while on the 30–40-km segment (Fig. 8a) landward- and seaward-propagating waves are of similar strength (see also Fig. 7a). Because the strength of seaward-propagating waves is greater on the outermost segment of the cable than on the next segment closer to shore, we infer that some of the seaward-propagating waves must be local reflections from the bathymetric ridge at 30 km. Inboard of the 30-km ridge, we observe that the ratio of seaward- to landward-propagating wave energy decreases systematically, which is consistent with the expectation that all seaward-propagating ocean waves observed on the BDASA are generated by reflection from the sloping seabed approaching the coast. While the extent of our interpretation is limited by the 1-h record length of BDASA data, the framework for ocean wave analysis demonstrated here would be easily applicable to monitor temporal variations in sea state over tidal to annual scales.
Because of the large number of channels and high-sample rate on the BDASA, f–k domain resolution is sufficiently fine to distinguish small perturbations in surface gravity wave dispersion associated with ocean currents. For example, the f–k spectrum of the last 10-km segment (30–40 km) is asymmetrical and evolves over the 1-h record (only the last 10-min window is shown in Fig. 8). On this segment, landward-propagating waves appear faster than seaward-propagating waves, as the result of an ocean current with a component of flow in the landward direction along the array (Fig. 8b, c). We fit the dispersion asymmetry with a mean flow correction to the dispersion relation (𝜔−𝑈𝑘)2=𝑔𝑘tanh(𝑘𝐻)(ω−Uk)2=gktanh(kH), which describes the first-order effect of surface gravity waves propagating in a current, where 𝑈U is the apparent velocity of the current along the cable (as above, 𝜔ω is angular frequency, 𝑘k is angular wavenumber, 𝑔g is gravitational acceleration, and 𝐻H is water depth). Over the 1-h record, the strength of the observed current increases gradually from 0.1 to 0.5 m/s apparent velocity in the landward direction. Contemporary methods of ocean current measurement are largely limited to either high-frequency radio observation of surface currents40,41 or in situ observation of current depth profiles using spatially sparse moorings, drifters, or ship-board instruments42,43,44. Our observation of spatio-temporal variations in current speed is significant because it suggests potential application of ocean-bottom DAS to in situ measurement and monitoring of ocean currents by exploiting models of wave interaction with heterogeneous currents (e.g., ref. 45) to recover high-resolution spatial variations in current speed along an array.
2018-08-19 𝑀𝑤8.2Mw8.2 Fiji deep earthquake
Rapid, accurate measurement of body wave travel times is an essential goal of next-generation broadband marine seismology1 and has motivated many recent advances in ocean-bottom seismic instrumentation (e.g., ref. 13). Ocean-bottom DAS arrays are an ideal technological solution because they offer real-time telemetry and are intrinsically synchronized (all channels are interrogated with the same unit, thus avoiding any differential clock drift across the array), neither of which are easily achievable features of OBS networks. Northern Europe is a seismically quiescent area, so no local or regional seismic events were recorded. However, the BDASA captured teleseismic body waves from a 𝑀𝑤8.2Mw8.2 deep earthquake in the Fiji-Tonga area on August 19, 2018 (Fig. 1b). Teleseisms arrived from an epicentral distance of 146.7° (>16,300 km), at a back azimuth of 358.5° (27.6° oblique to the mean fiber azimuth of 330.9°). Because the 2018-08-19 Fiji event occurred at a depth of 600 km, only weak surface waves were excited and hence could not be analyzed.
Teleseismic body waves from the Fiji earthquake are close to vertically incident and expected to arrive almost simultaneously along the array, hence appearing at wavenumbers lower than can be resolved across a few kilometers aperture. In order to isolate teleseisms from ocean surface gravity and Scholte waves, we apply a 2D band-pass filter in the f–k domain between 0.001 and 1 Hz and between 0 and 0.002 m−1m−1 in the first and third quadrants (corresponding to energy propagating landward across the array from the north/west; Supplementary Fig. 2), stack waveforms across a 5-km array segment to form a beam trace, and finally apply a range of bandpass filters to the beam trace to produce the BDASA waveforms shown in Fig. 9 (see Supplementary Note 4). We compare the BDASA beam trace to nearby broadband seismometer BOST (30–50 km south of BDASA), after rotating the horizontal channels into the mean azimuth of the BDASA and bandpass filtering.
At high frequencies (>0.1 Hz), we recover the PKP phase (∼∼550 s) and its associated pPKP + sPKP depth phases (∼∼690 s), the travel times of which correspond well to those recorded on BOST (Fig. 9). The envelopes of the recovered P-phases (not shown) are similar to those from BOST, although the they show low-to-moderate waveform fidelity (mean correlation coefficient of 0.25; Supplementary Fig. 3, Supplementary Note 4). Hence, the polarity of the first P-wave arrival recovered from the BDASA is not reliable across parts of the array. Spatially variable P-waveforms may be physical, however, as high frequency waves can be strongly affected by near-surface structures and the water layer. At low frequencies (<0.15 Hz), the background noise is substantially stronger, but we still recover a complex S-wavetrain, which exhibits moderate-to-high waveform fidelity when compared with BOST (mean correlation coefficient of 0.6; Supplementary Fig. 4). Recovered P- and S-waveforms are both coherent along the length of the array (Supplementary Fig. 5).
Because the BDASA measures strain across a 10-m gauge length, whereas BOST measures particle velocity at a single point, theoretical amplitudes are approximately proportional by a factor of the apparent horizontal slowness for wavelengths longer than twice the gauge length26. For the Fiji earthquake, the ratio of BDASA strain amplitude to BOST particle velocity amplitude does not yield reasonable apparent velocities for the observed phases across any band. Hence, we infer that strain-transfer coupling between the solid earth and the BDASA fiber, a consequence of the fiber casing and installation, is complex (see Supplementary Note 1, Supplementary Fig. 1).
While a 𝑀𝑤8.2Mw8.2 deep earthquake is a rare and particularly large event, body wave energy observed in Belgium at 146.7° epicentral distance is lower in spectral amplitude than would be expected for regional earthquakes (<1° epicentral distance) greater than ∼𝑀3.5∼M3.5 (see Supplementary Note 6; Supplementary Fig. 6). Hence, BDASA clearly exhibits teleseismic and regional seismic monitoring capability, as both P-wave and S-wave travel times can be recovered across a broad band, and S-wave polarity is robust over the frequencies of interest to global seismology.
We have presented and analyzed our observations of seismic and ocean waves on an ocean-bottom DAS array offshore Belgium, demonstrating that DAS arrays utilizing existing ocean-bottom fiber optic installations can offer high-value seismographic and oceanographic data products. In particular, we recovered both P- and S-phases from the 2018-08-19 Fiji deep earthquake, though only S-waves exhibited moderate-to-high waveform fidelity. While we were unable to recover robust polarity of high-frequency P-phases, we can expect that ocean-bottom DAS arrays in deep water would have much lower detection thresholds for seismic signals than observed here, as has been demonstrated for OBS (e.g., ref. 46). For an ocean-bottom DAS array, the noise floor can be considered as the superposition of instrumental noise from the DAS interrogator unit and fiber, temperature noise from variations in pore fluid temperature, pressure noise from ocean waves, and seismic noise. The aggressive filtering procedure we applied to recover teleseismic waveforms was necessitated to remove environmental signal, not instrument noise, as coherent signals of physical origin were observed across the full band of interest (0.01–5 Hz). Onshore studies with DAS arrays have found that instrument noise is approximately inversely proportional to frequency with a noise floor no higher than 1 μεμε/Hz1/21/2 at 1 Hz47. Laboratory experiments show that, in a stable temperature environment, DAS systems can exhibit a noise floor <100 pεε/Hz1/21/2 at 1 Hz48. On a DAS array, a temperature perturbation of 1 mK is indistinguishable from a 10-nεε strain, so high-frequency temperature fluctuations along the fiber can contribute spurious signals. Water-bottom temperatures may vary on the order of 1 K at tidal periods in the near-shore environment; however, such variability attenuates strongly with depth and is inversely correlated to frequency (e.g., refs. 49,50). Consequently, instrumental and temperature noise are not limiting factors for most seismological applications, as seen here. In deep water settings, the magnitude of pressure oscillations beneath ocean surface gravity waves, the primary environmental noise that dominates BDASA data between 0.01 and 0.26 Hz, decays exponentially with depth. Therefore, the shallow-water setting of the BDASA actually represents a “worst case” environment for recording teleseismic events46,51, and thus our ability to recover both P- and S-phase is particularly significant.
Compared to traditional OBS deployments, another advantage of DAS is the number and density of stations. Utilizing hundreds of stations from any segment of the array, we were able to apply array-based processing in order to distinguish seismic and ocean signals based on their phase information. So-called “large N” deployments permit low detection thresholds for small earthquakes, precise location of earthquakes, low uncertainty in travel time measurements, and high-resolution imaging studies25,52,53. Further, we have demonstrated that large-N ocean-bottom networks open up new possibilities in studying ocean wave phenomena and microseism generation. The vast majority of studies examining the physics of ocean microseism generation have been limited to remote observation of radiated energy on terrestrial broadband networks33,37,54,55. The few studies utilizing ocean-bottom instrumentation to correlate ocean-wave phenomena with microseism in situ have been restricted by small network size, effectively resulting in measurements of microseism direction and intensity at a single point with or without simultaneous ocean wave information, and have had mixed success in validating theoretical models36,56,57,58,59,60. Simultaneous observation of ocean pressure variations and seismic noise across several thousand channels on ocean-bottom DAS arrays of arbitrary geometry permits reconstruction of the full surface gravity wave and Scholte wave fields, as shown here, and, with the addition of a time-lapse component to future surveys, offers a leap forward in our ability to study microseism and its source processes.
However, several technological challenges still remain before DAS systems can complement or even replace BBOBS on a global scale. Foremost is the axial (single-component) directional sensitivity of DAS. Though work with helically wound optical fibers offering multi-component DAS sensitivity is underway61, modern BBOBS already provide four-component (three-component + pressure) recording capability with the same state-of-the-art instruments used in terrestrial networks. We noted that teleseismic waveforms recovered from the BDASA did not exhibit coherent strain amplitude when compared with particle velocity at BOST, suggesting that the mechanics of strain transfer from the solid earth across the cable housing and into the optical fiber are complex and deserve further study62. In the laboratory, DAS exhibits a linear frequency response, resulting in correct amplitude and distortion-free waves24,28,63, hence amplitude preservation may be currently limited by installation conditions and not by the DAS technology itself. Finally, ocean-bottom DAS deployments are not presently possible in remote oceanic locations. Most commercial DAS systems and laboratory measurements claim operation across up to 50 km of fiber, with sensitivity decreasing along the fiber due to optical attenuation. With the use of more complex pulse formats or distributed amplification, the sensing range can be extended to 70–100 km64,65,66 with a more even distribution of sensitivity along the fiber, while still using a standard telecom fiber installation. In principle, longer distances can be achieved with complex dedicated fiber installations and power supply along the fiber link (via use of optical repeaters67,68 and/or multiple stage distributed amplification65,69), but the impact on the cost and DAS sensitivity means that such systems are not currently practical.
A chirped-pulse DAS29 was used for the interrogator system, assisted by first-order co-propagating Raman amplification66. In comparison with conventional DAS systems, chirped-pulse DAS offers high signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and low variations in sensitivity along the fiber48,66,70. The key of its performance lies in the use of a linearly chirped probe pulse for the time domain interrogation. Temperature or strain perturbations around the fiber affect its refractive index, which in turn slightly alters the central wavelength of the propagating light. An appropriately high linear chirp in the probe pulse (i.e., that inducing a spectral content much higher than the spectral content of the transform limited pulse) induces a local wavelength-to-time mapping arising from the temporal far-field condition71. Hence, variations in the central wavelength of the propagating light translate into temporal shifts in the trace at the particular location of the perturbation. The perturbation is then quantified by a time-delay estimation process via local trace-to-trace correlations over temporal windows similar to the probe pulse width.
The principle of operation of chirped-pulse DAS substantially improves the performance of the sensor over conventional DAS schemes. First, strain perturbations can be properly quantified by simply using direct detection. This contrasts with the conventional case, in which it is necessary to detect the trace optical phase for that purpose. Avoiding phase detection brings important advantages. Coherent detection imposes stringent requirement in the coherence length of the laser source, as it limits the DAS operation range due to the need for beating with a local oscillator. In chirped-pulse DAS, the coherence length of the probe laser can be relaxed, in principle simply requiring it to be substantially higher than the pulse width, with almost no detrimental effect on the acoustic SNR72. Polarization fading is not observed in chirped-pulse DAS (due to the use of direct detection). More importantly, sensitivity of conventional DAS completely fades in certain points along the fiber (acoustic SNR < 1 in up to 6% of fiber locations considering a healthy SNR optical trace) due to the impossibility of maintaining the phase reference in low intensity trace regions caused by its interferometric nature73. Those blind spots need to be corrected using complex post-processing techniques or multi-wavelength measurements74, typically at the expense of sensing bandwidth and higher measurements times. Chirped-pulse DAS, however, shows no fading sensitivity, enabling the raw strain signal as measured by the DAS to be directly processed without using any denoising/smoothing algorithm. This steady sensitivity is particularly beneficial for the subsequent 2D processing applied to isolate seismic events from other sources, since all points are captured with similar noise/sensitivity along the whole fiber length (>40 km)70.
In addition, signal attenuation due to fiber loss is greatly mitigated in our scheme with the use of distributed Raman amplification. Note that in Pastor-Graells et al.66, the fiber trace optical power fluctuation along a 75-km link is kept <7 dB, as opposed to the ∼∼28.5-dB attenuation expected without distributed amplification (28.5 dB == 75 km ×× 2 ×× 0.19 dB, using 0.19 dB/km as typical standard single-mode fiber loss; note that roundtrip DAS attenuation is twice that of the fiber transmission losses). In this study, we observed DAS trace power fluctuations <3 dB along the 42-km fiber. This is in contrast with the optical signal attenuation of ∼∼16 dB (=42=42 km ×× 2×× 0.19 dB/km) expected without distributed amplification.
The optical resolution (or gauge length) and channel spacing of the employed sensor were both 10 m (equivalent to one seismometer placed every 10 m, measuring distributed strain over a length of 10 m), totaling 4192 channels over 42 km. Each channel was sampled at 1 kHz and later downsampled to 10 Hz in order to reduce the dataset size.
The original article and publication, together with all other information, can be found here: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-019-13262-7
By Roel Vanthillo Posted January 13, 2020 In Innovation, Publications
Ethan F. Williams,
María R. Fernández-Ruiz,
Roel Vanthillo (Founder & CEO of Marlinks)
Miguel González-Herráez &
Hugo F. Martins
Nature Communications volume 10, Article number: 5778 (2019) | environmental_science |
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1. Anchorage, Alaska offers breathtaking coastal landscapes and unique wildlife encounters for UK travelers.
2. The Tony Knowles Coastal Trail is a must-visit attraction, providing stunning views of the surrounding mountains, forests, and waterways.
3. Wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy the opportunity to spot humpback whales, sea lions, and eagles on a wildlife cruise from Anchorage.
4. The Alaska Native Heritage Center offers an immersive experience showcasing the rich cultural traditions and history of the native people.
5. Anchorage is a gateway to explore the natural wonders of Alaska, including Denali National Park, glaciers, and bear viewing opportunities.
What are the Coastal Wonders in Anchorage that UK Travelers Should Explore?
1. Stunning Natural Landscape
Anchorage, located in Alaska, offers UK travelers the opportunity to immerse themselves in a world of breathtaking natural wonders. The city boasts an awe-inspiring landscape, with majestic mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and vast glaciers. Visitors can explore the Chugach State Park, hike the scenic trails, or take a boat tour to witness the mesmerizing fjords and wildlife. Anchorage truly offers a paradise for nature enthusiasts!
2. Unique Wildlife Encounters
One of the main attractions for UK travelers visiting Anchorage is the chance to witness the abundant wildlife in their natural habitat. From observing magnificent brown bears catching salmon in McNeil River State Game Sanctuary to spotting bald eagles soaring through the skies, the city provides unforgettable wildlife encounters. Visitors can also take a guided tour to observe majestic whales breaching in the nearby coastal waters.
3. Rich Cultural Heritage
While Anchorage is known for its natural beauty, it also offers a rich cultural heritage that UK travelers can explore. The Alaska Native Heritage Center provides insight into the indigenous cultures of the region, showcasing traditional arts, music, and dance performances. Additionally, visitors can visit the Anchorage Museum to learn about Alaska’s history, art, and science through engaging exhibits.
4. Thrilling Outdoor Adventures
Anchorage is a paradise for adventure seekers, offering a multitude of thrilling outdoor activities. From kayaking along the scenic coastline to dog sledding through the snowy wilderness, there is something for everyone. Visitors can also try their hand at fishing, skiing, or even embark on a thrilling helicopter tour to witness the breathtaking landscape from above. The possibilities for outdoor adventures in Anchorage are endless!
5. Vibrant Food and Craft Beer Scene
Exploring the food and craft beer scene in Anchorage is a must for UK travelers. The city offers a diverse culinary experience, with a wide range of restaurants serving fresh seafood, locally sourced ingredients, and international cuisines. Visitors can also indulge in the vibrant craft beer scene, with numerous breweries offering unique flavors and tasting experiences. From delicious seafood to innovative craft brews, Anchorage is a paradise for foodies!
6. Festivals and Events
Throughout the year, Anchorage hosts a variety of festivals and events that UK travelers can enjoy. From the iconic Fur Rendezvous, celebrating winter sports and Alaskan culture, to the exciting Anchorage Market and Festival, featuring local artists, craftsmen, and live music, there is always something happening in the city. Attending these vibrant events can provide a glimpse into the local culture and create unforgettable memories.
7. Unforgettable Northern Lights
Anchorage’s location in the far north makes it an ideal destination for witnessing the mesmerizing Northern Lights. UK travelers visiting during the winter months can marvel at the captivating dance of colorful lights in the night sky. Various tours and accommodations are available to enhance the experience, allowing visitors to witness this natural phenomenon in all its glory.
8. Family-Friendly Attractions
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- Research and book specific outdoor activities and tours in advance to secure your spot.
- Be prepared to encounter wildlife and follow all safety guidelines provided by tour operators.
- Try the local delicacies, such as fresh Alaskan seafood and reindeer sausage, for a true taste of Anchorage.
- Check the best time to witness the Northern Lights and plan your visit accordingly for an unforgettable experience.
- Take advantage of the public transportation system or consider renting a car to explore Anchorage and its surrounding areas.
- Engage with the local culture by attending festivals and events during your visit.
- Don’t forget to capture the breathtaking scenery and wildlife with a good camera or phone.
- Respect the natural environment and adhere to any designated rules or guidelines in place.
- Most importantly, enjoy the coastal wonders and make lasting memories during your visit to Anchorage!
1. What are the must-see coastal wonders in Anchorage for UK travelers?
From the breathtaking glaciers at Prince William Sound to the stunning fjords of Kenai Fjords National Park, Anchorage offers a plethora of coastal wonders that will leave UK travelers in awe.
2. How can UK travelers best explore the coastal wonders of Anchorage?
The best way to explore the coastal wonders of Anchorage is by taking a cruise tour or embarking on a guided boat trip. These options allow UK travelers to witness the beauty of the glaciers, spot wildlife, and explore the hidden gems of the coast.
3. Are there any hiking opportunities to experience the coastal wonders in Anchorage?
Absolutely! Anchorage boasts numerous hiking trails that lead to stunning coastal vistas. From the scenic coastal trail in Kincaid Park to the challenging Portage Pass Trail, UK travelers can immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Alaskan coast while getting some exercise.
4. What is the best time of year to visit Anchorage for coastal wonders?
The summer months, from June to August, are the ideal time to visit Anchorage for coastal wonders. During these months, the weather is mild, the days are long, and the coastal areas offer breathtaking views with abundant wildlife sightings.
5. What wildlife can UK travelers expect to see along the Anchorage coast?
UK travelers visiting the Anchorage coast can expect to spot a variety of wildlife, including humpback whales, orcas, sea lions, seals, puffins, bald eagles, and even the occasional bear. It’s truly a wildlife enthusiasts’ paradise!
6. Are there any opportunities for fishing along the Anchorage coast?
Absolutely! Anchorage is renowned for its fantastic fishing opportunities. UK travelers can enjoy saltwater fishing trips, where they can try their luck at catching halibut, salmon, rockfish, and more.
7. Are there any guided tours that focus on the coastal wonders of Anchorage?
Yes, there are numerous guided tours available that specifically cater to UK travelers interested in experiencing the coastal wonders of Anchorage. These tours often include expert guides who provide insightful information about the area while ensuring a memorable experience.
8. Can UK travelers go kayaking to explore the coastal wonders of Anchorage?
Definitely! Kayaking is a popular activity to explore the coastal wonders of Anchorage. UK travelers can paddle through serene fjords, witness stunning glaciers up close, and enjoy the tranquility of the coastal landscapes.
9. Are there any camping opportunities near the coastal wonders of Anchorage?
Absolutely! There are several campgrounds near the coastal wonders of Anchorage, offering UK travelers a chance to truly immerse themselves in the beauty of the Alaskan coastline. Be sure to check the availability and make reservations in advance, especially during peak travel seasons.
10. Is it necessary to book tours or activities in advance to experience the coastal wonders of Anchorage?
While it’s not always necessary to book tours or activities in advance, it is highly recommended, especially during the peak travel seasons. By booking in advance, UK travelers can secure their spots and ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience.
Coastal wonders of Anchorage offer an extraordinary adventure for UK travelers, with majestic glaciers, abundant wildlife, and stunning landscapes that leave a lasting impression. Exploring the coastal wonders through guided tours, hiking trails, cruises, and kayaking allows travelers to witness the raw beauty of the Alaskan coast, creating unforgettable memories.
With the diverse range of activities available, from fishing excursions to camping by the coast, there is something for everyone in Anchorage. The best time to visit is during the summer months, when the days are longer, the weather is favorable, and the coastal wonders are at their most breathtaking. A trip to Anchorage for UK travelers seeking coastal wonders will truly be an experience of a lifetime. | environmental_science |
http://midwestdronefest.com/drone-on-the-farm/ | 2018-02-24T21:42:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891815951.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20180224211727-20180224231727-00654.warc.gz | 0.93774 | 933 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__78569177 | en | I am a city boy. I grew up on the Northwest Side of Chicago and never really ventured far from it. I love the city! The hustling and bustling of the big city makes me happy.
Right about now, I am sure you are asking yourself why I am sharing these personal facts of my youth. Well, when I decided to explore the use of drones on farms, I realized I never understood the complexity of what a farmer needs to bring food from field to market.
Farmers have used technology to increase the amount of food produced to keep up with demand. Changes in equipment have made a huge impact on the way farmers are able to grow and manage crops. Production improvements have been incremental, moving from farming by hand, to horse drawn equipment, to tractors. According to Michael Walden, Professor of Agriculture and Resource Economics at North Carolina State University, the tractor led to a 140% jump in farm productivity between 1910 and 1950 and the mechanization of automatic planters and harvesters was responsible for an increase of 170% between 1950 and 2010. He said, “That’s what technology does. It allows us to get more from less.”
Drones are the next step in that evolution. In fact, Russ Banham, IndianaVoice Contributor to Forbes Magazine, reports, “Although the use of drones in farming is in its formative stages, the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International anticipates that farms will eventually account for an 80 percent share of the commercial drone market globally.”
Drone technology will give farmers the advantage of streamlining the planning process by allowing them to create a strategy based on real-time data. The PwC global report on the commercial applications of drone technology reports the market for drone-powered solutions in agriculture will grow to an estimated $32.4 billion.
The report also focused on the following ways drones will impact farming in the future:
Soil analysis and seed planting
Drones can produce precise 3-D maps for early soil analysis, useful in planning seed planting patterns. Also, drone-planting systems shoot pods with seeds and plant nutrients into the soil, providing the plant all the nutrients necessary to sustain life systems After the crops are planted, soil analysis provides data for irrigation and nitrogen-level management.
Drones equipped with sprayers, and other various kinds of technology, like ultrasonic echoing devices and lasers, can measure distance with extreme precision. Consequently, drones can scan the ground and spray the correct amount of insecticide for even coverage, resulting in a reduction in how much spray is used. Because of this, fewer chemicals reach the groundwater. A spraying job will take less time too; drones can complete a spraying job about five times faster than it has been done in the past.
In the past, the length of the fields, unpredictable weather, etc. would create farming’s largest obstacle: crop monitoring. Satellite imagery offered the most advanced form of monitoring. But this was costly and the images had to be ordered in advance could be taken only once a day, and were imprecise. Further, services were extremely costly and the images’ quality was less than desirable.
Today, time-series animations can show the precise development of a crop and reveal production inefficiencies, enabling better crop management.
Drones can be fitted with remote sensing equipment, such as hyperspectral, multispectral, or thermal sensing systems, that allow them to identify the sections of the field that are the driest. This saves water and allows the farmer to allocate the water where it is needed and not over watering the section where it’s not needed.
It’s important to spot bacterial or fungal infections in the fields and on trees. Drones can scan a crop to assess the crop’s health. By using both visible and near-infrared light, drone-carried devices can identify which plants reflect different amounts of green light and NIR light. These drones are able to collect enough detailed information to calculate a crop’s vegetation index. A quick response to a problem can overcome disease and save the whole crop.
Keeping an Eye on the Livestock
Livestock surveillance drones can fly over, in and around herds to gather information about the livestock including illnesses, pregnancies, and injuries. They can recognize and monitor animals in need of special care. This can reduce the number of premature deaths of the livestock.
Take a moment to enjoy this inspiring video created by Vortex UAS Certified Pilot, Tim Pritts. | environmental_science |
http://www.deheatingcooling.com/ | 2019-01-17T17:09:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583659056.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20190117163938-20190117185938-00012.warc.gz | 0.922874 | 242 | CC-MAIN-2019-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__74374400 | en | Welcome to D & E Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
D & E Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration provides quality workmanship and superior service with professional, dependable and knowledgeable technicians for your complete heating, air conditioning and indoor air quality products and systems, that's our promise to you.
Your home's comfort is important to us, that's why we only install the very best Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) and indoor air quality products available, providing you with the utmost in energy savings, comfort, protection and preservation of your home and its belongings.
Whether you like to request more information, need to set up a service call, or are interested in installing a new HVAC system or comfort accessory, our finely trained staff is fully equipped to handle all of your HVAC equipment and indoor air comfort questions and needs.
Homeowners searching for an environmentally friendly energy-efficient home heating system are turning with increasing frequency to geothermal systems to meet their home comfort needs, responsibly and affordably. And for good reason. Geothermal home comfort systems are proving to be the world's greenest heating and cooling systems. | environmental_science |
http://www.keraton-organic.com/ | 2017-09-24T15:30:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-39/segments/1505818690035.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20170924152911-20170924172911-00668.warc.gz | 0.891296 | 191 | CC-MAIN-2017-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-39__0__94667104 | en | Keraton Organic is a fully integrated producer of Organic Coconut Sugar that focuses on the welfare of our farmers, sustainability of our lands and the well-being of our consumers.
As a fully integrated producer of Organic Coconut Sugar, we manage the entire supply chain which includes:
- Training our farmers and ICS team
- Formulation of operating procedures and farming systems.
- Certification of our farmers and processes.
- Collection of quality coconut sap by our farmers.
- Processing of coconut sap into coconut sugar.
- Monitoring all aspects of macro-farming system. This includes land cultivation to tree maintenance and quality control of initial production process (nectar selection, collection, cooking and transportation).
- Packaging in our state-of-the-art facility.
- Tracking of product source down to the specific tree for post-sales servicing.
- Marketing to the global market.
- Delivery to our esteemed customers. | environmental_science |
http://www.heavenlyorganics.com/productsHO/honey_himalayan.aspx | 2015-10-13T08:53:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-40/segments/1443738004493.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20151001222004-00216-ip-10-137-6-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.926081 | 271 | CC-MAIN-2015-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-40__0__52655548 | en | Sunlight and Flowers
Traditional bee keepers harvest this honey three times per year. Each seasonal
variation of the honey is considered to have unique health-promoting qualities
derived from the differences in the flora and seasonal variations of temperature
The first honey harvested in November is white or light amber in color. The
honey from the second and third harvest is a reddish color owing to the different
Our honey is never heated, which ensures that all the delicate enzymes and
health-promoting qualities are preserved.
A Sumptuous Combination of Flavors
Our Himalayan Honey has a complexity of flavor and smoothness in texture
that is rare in the world today. It’s so rich and creamy, some people
even say it tastes like butterscotch.
Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Honey Harvesting Methods
Traditional bee keepers hand-harvest this extremely rare, multi-floral honey.
They are careful to use eco-friendly, natural methods that protect the bees
and preserve all the natural pollen, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes of the
When you buy our rare, organic, unheated, Himalayan Honey you will connect
to a simpler and more natural time and place, and support an organic lifestyle
that is worthy of preserving, expanding and celebrating. | environmental_science |
https://investors.gm.com/news-releases/news-release-details/gm-advances-equitable-climate-action-through-new-collaborative/ | 2023-09-22T18:30:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506421.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20230922170343-20230922200343-00677.warc.gz | 0.936948 | 1,021 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__121173877 | en | - New Climate Equity Collaborative will focus on addressing impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities, youth
- GM will donate $1 million to the Collaborative from its Climate Equity Fund
- GM and the National Wildlife Federation gear up for Climate Week with an EV road trip from Detroit to New York City with climate advocate, musician and UN Youth Leader AY Young
DETROIT, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- General Motors has announced that it has joined the National Wildlife Federation as a founding member of the new Climate Equity Collaborative, an initiative focused on addressing the disproportionate impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities and youth.
The Climate Equity Collaborative aims to engage communities, youth and nonprofits in designing and implementing equitable and inclusive climate solutions. Its key priorities include:
- Elevating environmental justice and education within the broader climate conversation
- Building on-ramps to the climate equity space for organizations that share the Collaborative's values, starting with communities hit first and worst by the impacts of climate change
- Strengthening the knowledge and leadership already existing among youth and vulnerable communities through engagement opportunities and resources
- Driving investments to nonprofits and platforms that are advancing education, environmental justice and economic opportunity.
GM has donated $1 million to the Collaborative through its Climate Equity Fund, and it will codesign the initiative's framework and roadmap. The National Wildlife Federation is serving as the convener alongside an ecosystem of sustainability leaders in the nonprofit, government and private sectors.
Other founding nonprofit partners include WE ACT for Environmental Justice, Children's Environmental Health Network, and the Community and College Partners Program.
"Too often, the people and communities most vulnerable to climate change are left out of conversations that impact their lives," says Kristen Siemen, GM's vice president of Sustainable Workplaces and chief sustainability officer. "We're proud to be a founding member of the Climate Equity Collaborative, and we invite other companies to join us in this movement to take stronger, more inclusive action on climate change."
As a founding member of the Collaborative, GM builds on its commitment to ensure that its transition to an all-electric future is inclusive of employees, customers and the communities most impacted by climate change. In 2021, GM launched its Equitable Climate Action initiative and created its now $50 million Climate Equity Fund to provide philanthropic support to nonprofit organizations closing equity gaps related to climate change. The Fund has provided more than 40 grants to nonprofits and benefitted approximately 1.2 million people through its programs.
"The climate crisis is hitting Black and frontline communities first and worst. The Climate Equity Collaborative and this partnership will help us ensure that efforts to address the changing climate and generational environment injustices reflect the perspectives and needs of impacted communities," said Mustafa Santiago Ali, executive vice president of conservation and justice at the National Wildlife Federation. "We're eager to build off the work to date of the Climate Equity Collaborative and inspire all communities to join us in this important work."
The Road to Climate Week
In the lead-up to Climate Week, GM and the National Wildlife Federation are teaming up with global climate advocate, musician and United Nations Youth Leader for Sustainable Development Goals, AY Young on a road trip from the Detroit Auto Show to New York City.
Young will drive an all-electric Chevrolet Bolt EUV, showcasing the growing accessibility of electric vehicles and expanding infrastructure. Young will make stops along the way to talk to students about how they can help advance equitable climate solutions. Once in New York City, Young will perform a concert with newly released music from his Project 17 album to inspire hope and climate action.
General Motors (NYSE:GM) is a global company focused on advancing an all-electric future that is inclusive and accessible to all. At the heart of this strategy is the Ultium battery platform, which will power everything from mass-market to high-performance vehicles. General Motors, its subsidiaries and its joint venture entities sell vehicles under the Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, https://www.holden.com.au/?evar25=gm_media_releaseBaojun and Wuling brands. More information on the company and its subsidiaries, including OnStar, a global leader in vehicle safety and security services, can be found at https://www.gm.com.
National Wildlife Federation is America's largest and most trusted conservation organization, with more than 6 million members and supporters and 52 state and territorial affiliates. The National Wildlife Federation's mission is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in a rapidly changing world.
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Nirmeen Fahmy, GM Communications, 248-763-6485, [email protected] | environmental_science |
https://organizationjunkie.com/how-to-clean-and-kill-black-mold/ | 2023-10-04T19:25:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00462.warc.gz | 0.899248 | 346 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__326196961 | en | Nobody wants black mold in their home. It has a musty odor, can aggravate allergies and asthma, and in extreme cases can wreak big time havoc on the integrity of your home. When you see mold, NOW is the time to get rid of it. Here is how you can clean away and kill off black mold before it becomes a big problem.
1. Baking Soda & Vinegar
These two simple ingredients will clean up mold quickly and easily. Make a paste and rub it on, then scrub it away with a brush. Spray with more vinegar and re-scrub until it’s gone. Plain vinegar will even kill 82% of mold species by itself.
This is one of the best ways to get rid of black mold. Hydrogen peroxide is antibacterial, antiviral, and anti fungal. You can use it on walls, floors, appliances, and bathroom fixtures. Use the 3% concentration, saturate the moldy surface, and let it sit for 10 minutes before scrubbing.
Ammonia is a great way to deal with mold…even if it’s not the most pleasant. Mix a 50/50 solution with water and spray it on any infested areas. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then wipe or brush the area clean. Repeat the process if any mold remains.
Simple borax is great at cleaning up mold. Mix a cup of borax with a gallon of water, then spray the contaminated area. Scrub with a brush, wipe away any mold, and DO NOT RINSE. Allow the area to dry and repeat the process with this or another method if necessary. | environmental_science |
https://whereofonecanspeak.com/2022/09/08/humanity-continues-to-screw-itself-and-others/ | 2023-05-30T10:41:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224645595.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20230530095645-20230530125645-00014.warc.gz | 0.931832 | 664 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__252042354 | en | From The Guardian:
The climate crisis has driven the world to the brink of multiple “disastrous” tipping points, according to a major study.
It shows five dangerous tipping points may already have been passed due to the 1.1 C (2 F) of global heating caused by humanity to date.
These include the collapse of Greenland’s ice cap, eventually producing a huge sea level rise, the collapse of a key current in the north Atlantic, disrupting rain upon which billions of people depend for food, and an abrupt melting of carbon-rich permafrost.
At 1.5 C of heating, the minimum rise now expected, four of the five tipping points move from being possible to likely, the analysis said. Also at 1.5 C, an additional five tipping points become possible, including changes to vast northern forests and the loss of almost all mountain glaciers.
In total, the researchers found evidence for 16 tipping points, with the final six requiring global heating of at least 2 C to be triggered, according to the scientists’ estimations….
“The Earth may have left a ‘safe’ climate state beyond 1 C global warming,” the researchers concluded, with the whole of human civilisation having developed in temperatures below this level. Passing one tipping point is often likely to help trigger others, producing cascades. But this is still being studied and was not included, meaning the analysis may present the minimum danger.
Prof Johan Rockström, the director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, who was part of the study team, said: “The world is heading towards 2-3 C of global warming.
“This sets Earth on course to cross multiple dangerous tipping points that will be disastrous for people across the world. To maintain liveable conditions on Earth and enable stable societies, we must do everything possible to prevent crossing tipping points.”
Dr David Armstrong McKay at the University of Exeter, a lead author of the study, said: “It’s really worrying. There are grounds for grief, but there are also still grounds for hope.
“The study really underpins why the Paris agreement goal of 1.5 C is so important and must be fought for.”
“We’re not saying that, because we’re probably going to hit some tipping points, everything is lost and it’s game over. Every fraction of a degree that we stop beyond 1.5 C reduces the likelihood of hitting more tipping points.”
The analysis, published in the journal Science, assessed more than 200 previous studies on past tipping points, climate observations and modelling studies. A tipping point is when a temperature threshold is passed, leading to unstoppable change in a climate system, even if global heating ends….
Prof Tim Lenton at the University of Exeter, a co-author of the analysis, said: “Since I first assessed tipping points in 2008, the list has grown and our assessment of the risk they pose has increased dramatically.
“Our new work provides compelling evidence that the world must radically accelerate decarbonising the economy. To achieve that, we need to trigger positive social tipping points.” | environmental_science |
http://sewickleyborough.org/166/Waste-Collection | 2017-08-17T07:44:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-34/segments/1502886102993.24/warc/CC-MAIN-20170817073135-20170817093135-00335.warc.gz | 0.800283 | 147 | CC-MAIN-2017-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-34__0__63475422 | en | Sewickley Borough has a contract with a private hauler, Waste Management 800-866-4460) for garbage and recycling services. You need to contact them directly to arrange for curbside pick-up service. Curbside pick-up is once a week.
Proper Trash Pickup Procedure Video
A voluntary recycling program is available to residents on a biweekly basis. Construction materials will not be taken. Recycle Bin can be purchased at the Municipal Building for $11.
Find the current residential garbage and recycling fees.
Explore options for Household Hazardous Waste disposal.
Browse Waste Management's official website.
Review Waste Management Calendar, Route Schedule and Household Hazardous Waste Information for 2017. | environmental_science |
https://linq.mit.edu/kamilya-tazhibayeva/ | 2024-04-18T21:27:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817239.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20240418191007-20240418221007-00387.warc.gz | 0.943607 | 189 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__45982215 | en | Kamilya Tazhibayeva is a postdoctoral researcher at the Department of Economics at MIT. Her areas of specialization are economic development, with a focus on human capital and agricultural development, and applied microeconomics. Kamilya’s current research, in collaboration with MIT Professor Robert M. Townsend, is on the effects of weather shocks and climate change on vulnerable communities in developing countries, the socio-economic mechanisms through which these effects disseminate spatially, and construction of effective weather insurance products for crop farmers. This work is innovative in integrating economic modeling with a soil science crop simulation model and global climate change models. Kamilya received a Ph.D. in economics from the University of Chicago. During her graduate work she researched the effects of intergenerational rural-urban migration choices on individual schooling and first post-schooling employment outcomes in developing economies, where schooling quality and availability vary drastically between rural and urban areas. | environmental_science |
http://useanddestroy.tumblr.com/post/6077788151/vicemag-worldwide-we-generate-around-20 | 2014-10-22T13:47:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-42/segments/1413507447020.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20141017005727-00245-ip-10-16-133-185.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.950775 | 316 | CC-MAIN-2014-42 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-42__0__48107045 | en | Worldwide, we generate around 20 – 30 million tons of e-waste every year. It’s a whole lot of cell phones/smart-phones, TV sets, and computers—and iPads and e-readers and all of the many, many, many things the industry is concocting to sell you in the future—being sent off, largely to overseas recycling centers often of poor repute. (Please read Motherboard’s piece from earlier this year about the messy and ugly e-waste recycling market.)
And no one should be surprised that the massive concentrations of heavy metals disturbed, via unsafe/crude disposal practices, in these overseas “recycling” centers have the capability of causing disease in their neighboring/host communities. A team of researchers have just published a study examining air conditions in Taizhou in Zhejiang province, China — an area that handles about 2-million tons of e-waste a year with the help of about 60,000 employees.
Indeed, the study found that, yep, the air in Taizhou has the capability of causing cancers and other problems. Basically, they took air samples from two locations around the city and exposed it to lung tissue. They looked at levels of Interleukin-8, a chemical marker of inflammation, damaging Reactive Oxygen Species, and expressions of the p53 gene, a marker that cells are being damaged. All three were significantly high.Continued at: YOUR OLD LAPTOP IS KILLING CHINESE PEOPLE | environmental_science |
https://www.canadianbranding.org/3-ways-make-mosquito-free-yard/ | 2023-12-01T08:52:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100286.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20231201084429-20231201114429-00262.warc.gz | 0.961327 | 419 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__282832867 | en | Do you want a mosquito free yard? The best way to start the process is with mosquito treatment for yards. That can be complimented with these three tips though. Each one of these tips has been found by experts to help prevent mosquito problems in your yard.
Get Rid of Mosquito Lures
Many people try to get rid of mosquitos in their yard without even realizing that they are luring them in in the first place. One of the biggest things that will attract mosquitos to your yard is standing water. Make sure that you get rid of all sources of standing water. This may be tires left in bushes, broken cement areas that collect water, divots in the landscaping, or anything similar. The standing water is not just an attractant for mosquitos but also acts as a breeding ground.
Treating any standing water such as ponds or ornamental pools will help to prevent them from attracting insects.
Your outdoor lights can even attract bugs. They make specific lights that are designed to help prevent luring bugs to your yard. You can get them at home improvement stores.
Burn Pinion Wood
Do you like camp fires and want to get rid of mosquitos at the same time? You can burn Pinion wood in your fire place and the smoke that is produced will discourage mosquitos from coming near your house. While this method hasn’t been scientifically confirmed, but many people have successfully employed this method of getting rid of pests.
Grow Mosquito Deterring Plants
There are a variety of plants that can be used to repel mosquitos. This practice is commonly used in Africa and other warm parts of the world. The most common plants used for mosquito repellant have volatile oils and strong scents. The smell of the plants are used to mask the smell of humans.
Remember, that getting rid of mosquitos in your yard will significantly reduce the amount of bug bites that you get. The easiest way to start removing mosquitos is with mosquito yard treatments. They are the most effective mosquito removal tool out there. | environmental_science |
https://www.stadtwerke-karlsruhe.de/de/unternehmen/profil-englisch.php | 2023-12-04T07:44:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100525.55/warc/CC-MAIN-20231204052342-20231204082342-00899.warc.gz | 0.938135 | 278 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__14094624 | en | Make everyday life easier. With electricity and district heating, with natural gas and drinking water from Stadtwerke Karlsruhe.
The supply of energy and drinking water is our job, which we carry out together with our partner, the EnBW – Energie Baden-Württemberg AG. Our products make life easier. Light, heat, coolness, freshness, cleanliness, maintenance, relaxation, the enjoyment of art, information, and labour saving. Whenever you want, all of this is available in no time at all at the push of a button – through electricity, natural gas, drinking water and district heating; all of which arrive unobtrusively, by line, into your home.
Over 1,100 co-workers ensure that Stadtwerke Karlsruhe customers are able to enjoy this service without disruption. As well as the traditional supply of electricity, drinking water and environmentally friendly natural gas and district heating, we also offer our customers various heating and cooling systems. We advise our industrial and commercial customers about every aspect of energy supply. Contracting, consulting and telecommunication are areas that have allowed us to change from a conventional, to a modern, commercially orientated supply enterprise. Economic management, while preserving resources and protecting the environment. This is the challenge that we would like to set ourselves in the future. | environmental_science |
https://www.landseaadventure.com/post/a-guide-to-mendocino-state-parks | 2022-05-23T06:08:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662555558.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20220523041156-20220523071156-00665.warc.gz | 0.968004 | 1,716 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__13317376 | en | One of my favorite things about camp hosting is helping people discover the local gems wherever we're staying. We've been moving around the Mendocino state parks for a few months, and all of them have unique features that are sure to make your visit to Fort Bragg memorable. If you're planning a trip up north and want to know where to start, this is for you!
For ADA Accessibility, Tide Pools, and Free Parking: Mackerricher State Park
Mackerricher is a beautiful piece of land that was actually donated tot he state parks system. It was originally owned by the Mackerricher family and sued as an apple orchard for many years. In fact, in some locations around the park, apple trees still grow! They're assimilated into the native flora now, so you'll have to look hard to spot them. The one condition that the family gave was that use of this land must always be free and easily accessible, so it is the only state park in the area with no day use fees attached. Parking can be limited in the winter when the tides overtake the main lot, and the beach is seasonally closed to vehicle traffic for this reason, but you can always walk down from the visitor center to enjoy a short hike before your beach day.
In the non-winter months when the road is open, there is a large lot next to the boardwalk that was installed specifically to make this area ADA accessible. It offers great views of the rugged coastline and is a good spot for birders to find some gulls, cormorants, turkey vultures, and ravens flying overhead. At the far lookout point you can find seals most of the year, and even migrating whales at certain times! Benches along the way make a pleasant place to sit and watch for wildlife. The boardwalk is smooth and well maintained, and features frequent educational markers so visitors can learn about the indigenous population, the whale migrations, and the tide pools!
There are tide pools at the bottom of a set of stairs for able bodied visitors to explore. You'll want to check the tide charts to make sure the tide is going out so that you'll have the best view. The ultimate time to venture out there is during a negative tide, which usually happens for a few days every month. The water could be as far as seven meters beyond its normal edge, so this is a great time to see rare critters who hang out where tourists can't normally see. We've found plenty of anemones, sea stars, sea urchins, snails and slugs, and even on octopus on a particularly lucky day. Be careful on the rocks, they're slippery! You'll want to wear shoes with good tread that you don't mind getting wet.
For Hikers and Bikers: Van Damme State Park
Van Damme State Park contains over ten miles of hiking trails on its property, and most of these allow bikers as well. One of these is the Fern Canyon Trail that loops around the park and the Pygmy Forest. A hike we do often has an uneven loop of 2.3 miles one direction, and 1.2 miles the other. We recommend taking the 1.2 uphill, so that you can enjoy an easy 2.3 miles going back down. Waterfalls and creeks, as well as plenty of old growth forest and fresh growing mushrooms make this landscape one not to miss. Just steps off of Highway 1, you'll feel like you've entered another world when you get underneath the canopy and follow the water into the fern canyon. Watch for birds, snails, and mushrooms along the way!
Van Damme also has a slice of coastline, accessible to anyone for a small day use fee. The water offshore is part of the Van Damme nature reserve and home to all kinds of Pacific life. The beach offers spectacular sunset views all year round. In March and April it is the sight of seal pupping grounds, and while you should keep a far distance from the animals so you don't disturb them in this delicate time, you can get a good view of moms and their little ones during the spring time. Don't approach any seals, even if you see a pup left by themselves. Moms often go into the ocean to feed so that they can keep up with the demands of their fast growing young ones. It's illegal, and dangerous, to interfere with marine mammals in any way. Bring a good camera so you can spectate discreetly!
For a Picnic: Mendocino Headlands State Park
Mendocino Headlands is situated right on the coastline shouldering the center of the town of Mendocino. Located along the bluffs is the Ford House Museum, the actual residence of one of Fort Bragg's first logging barons. The home has been well maintained and is staffed daily by guides who are happy and able to answer all your questions about the history of the area. Fort Bragg is one of the only places along the coast that does not have redwood trees because of its history. Here you can see dioramas and pictures explaining how they went about felling these ancient giants and loading them onto their ships below the cliffs. many of their techniques, through trial and error, dropped a significant amount of lumber into the sea, which you can find on nearly every beach washing up as driftwood.
Because of how close the Ford House is to the town, we love to go to the market or a local deli to pick up some food to go and take it to one of the many picnic tables scattered along the coast. For a longer visit try stopping by one of the many independently owned bookstores for a beach read!
For Taking Kids to the Beach: Big River Beach
The Pacific Ocean is not always friendly and can be dangerous for little ones, so Big River is the perfect spot for them to splash in the salt water without the danger of those big waves. Big River is a long arm of the ocean that stretches through a narrow channel of sand to meet up with creeks flowing out of the Jackson National Demonstration Forest. The shallow water gets warmer than the ocean, but it is still pretty chilly for long bouts of swimming, so make sure to take breaks in the sun.
Public restrooms, free parking, and picnic spots make this park a great place to spend the day. The water is smooth and the sand is soft. Being from the Atlantic coast, I was missing chill swimming beaches when I moved out west, but this is exactly what I needed. Around twilight we've seen seals and sea lions swimming down the channel to rest on the rocks overnight. During the day we've seen kayakers and stand up paddleboarders cruising in the stream. For swimming, its your best option.
For Stunning Views: Russian Gulch State Park
Russian Gulch has the "wow" factor. All of the places I've mentioned are beautiful and will give you great photos and a good time. Russian Gulch, though, has the gnarliest waves and sprays I've seen on the Mendo coast so far. It has features like "The Devil's Punch Bowl" that sprays salt water twenty feet in the air when the waves hit it just right. Some tide pools can be found on their shoreline, and hiking trails take you up to a waterfall that gets bigger if you visit just after a heavy rain.
Be very careful on the edges of the bluffs as they do succumb to erosion and added stress, like the weight of a person, can cause them to give way. There are beautiful photo opportunities if you stay on the trail where you can keep yourself out of harms way. Look for whale spouts past the spray, they migrate through in the fall and spring. Any trail you take will give you breathtaking views. The salt air and earthy footpaths make this park one of the most beautiful places I've visited in Northern California.
There are so many options when you visit the Fort Bragg area. Give yourself enough time to experience them all! Most of the parks offer camping for tents and RVs so you can stay in the middle of all the action (or, lack of action, I should say). After six months on the coast I don't feel like we've experienced everything yet. Let us know what you loved about your Mendo vacation! | environmental_science |
https://shoplushberry.com/pages/sustainability | 2020-09-19T22:07:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400192887.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20200919204805-20200919234805-00380.warc.gz | 0.925877 | 169 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__110632856 | en | What it means: Compostable packaging is typically made from a number of renewable plant-based materials and/or bio-polymers. To be certified home compostable, a product must break down in home compost within 180 days and 90 days in commercial composting conditions.
Why it is awesome: Cardboard and paper products are a great addition to the backyard compost as it helps with the carbon-nitrogen ratio. Easily broken down in a compost, these products also tend to have chemical compounds removed from the product.
Ensuring success: Sometimes people don’t notice that something is compostable, meaning it can sometimes end up in the landfill. If you don’t have a home compost, you can look at local options for communal compost sites, or somewhere you can drop off items for commercial composting. | environmental_science |
https://www.ashwoodtreeandgardenservices.co.uk/tree-planting/ | 2024-04-21T12:25:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817765.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421101951-20240421131951-00138.warc.gz | 0.918603 | 188 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__144025231 | en | Transform Your Environment with Tree Planting Services:
At Ashwood Tree & Garden Services, we believe in the power of trees to enhance the beauty of your surroundings and contribute to a healthier environment. Our dedicated tree planting services are designed to bring a touch of greenery to your property, creating a lasting impact for generations to come.
Our expert team is committed to selecting and planting trees that thrive in your specific environment, ensuring longevity and sustainability. Whether you're looking to add shade, enhance curb appeal, or promote biodiversity, our tree planting services are tailored to meet your unique needs. Join us in fostering a greener tomorrow – one tree at a time.
Ready to make a positive change? Contact us today for a consultation and discover how our tree planting services can breathe new life into your outdoor space. Together, let's create a landscape that not only adds value to your property but also contributes to a healthier and more vibrant community. | environmental_science |
https://www.skylinecenter.org/greenhouse | 2021-01-17T06:25:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-04/segments/1610703509973.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20210117051021-20210117081021-00755.warc.gz | 0.976257 | 125 | CC-MAIN-2021-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-04__0__137023815 | en | After thinking of many ways to improve our community, leaders at Skyline Center, Inc. decided to start a greenhouse. The planning for the greenhouse took shape in 2017 with a business plan and intense research of the market for locally grown plants. Materials were donated for the greenhouse in late 2017. In January 2018, a manager was hired to start growing our products. In April, 2018 3 part-time workers were hired to assist with the development of the greenhouse. Earthy Treasures is also growing microgreens, lettuce, and herbs year round. Stay tuned for updates as we will be expanding the greenhouse in Spring 2019! | environmental_science |
http://www.scrippsmedia.com/kgun9/news/141794473.html | 2015-10-09T16:01:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-40/segments/1443737933027.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20151001221853-00014-ip-10-137-6-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.927974 | 226 | CC-MAIN-2015-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-40__0__61246845 | en | Phoenix beekeepers say swarms earlier than normal
Web Producer: Alexandra Sutter
PHOENIX (AP) - Warmer weather, more plants and the lack of a hard freeze means swarms of bees are buzzing around the Phoenix area. Local beekeepers say business has increased by 30 to 40 percent.
Beekeeper Jerry Keele tells The Arizona Republic (http://bit.ly/zX41fQ) his company is receiving 50 to 60 calls a day from anxious homeowners who want bees removed as soon as possible.
Bee experts say people should leave bee swarms alone. Swarms often land on trees or the side of a fence but typically leave after a day or two as they look for a better place to build a hive.
Last Sunday, a swarm of bees halted a spring training game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Francisco Giants at Salt River Fields. The delay lasted 40 minutes.
Information from: The Arizona Republic, http://www.azcentral.com
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https://www.nmsd403.com/page/fire-safety | 2023-12-01T09:15:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100286.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20231201084429-20231201114429-00545.warc.gz | 0.915862 | 433 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__120861395 | en | Each year, fire kills more Americans than all other natural disasters combined and at least 80 percent of all fire deaths occur in residences. The following are preventive tips for you and your family and ways to stay safe if a fire occurs.
Cooking is the leading cause of home fires in the United States, many resulting from unattended cooking or human error.
Don’t overload circuits or extension cords. Immediately shut off and unplug appliances that sputter, spark or emit an unusual smell.
Wood stoves should sit on a non-combustible surface. Fireplaces should have non-combustible materials around the opening and hearth. Space heaters should be placed on a firm surface at least three feet away from combustible items.
Gasoline and other flammable liquids should never be used to start a wood fire as they might cause it to explode.
Inspect and clean chimneys and vents annually.
Consider fire-safe landscaping for your property by creating a defensible space between your home and flammable vegetation.
One of the single most important ways you can protect your family is by having a working smoke detector on every floor of your house.
In less than 30 seconds, a small flame can grow into a major fire. An average house can fill with thick black smoke in only minutes. Escape first, then call for help.
Develop a home fire escape plan. Practice it with your family and designate a meeting place outside.
Never open doors that are hot. Establish two different ways to get out of each room.
Practice how to open locked or barred doors and windows.
Always crawl low under smoke and try to keep your mouth covered. Even small amounts of smoke and toxic gases can make you drowsy, disoriented and short of breath.
Familiarize your family with the sound of your smoke alarm.
Test each smoke alarm every month and replace the batteries at least once a year. Replace smoke alarms every 10 years or as recommended by the manufacturer.
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FEMA Fire Safety for Kids | environmental_science |
http://www.portmanatee.com/community.aspx | 2014-11-28T03:55:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-49/segments/1416931009751.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20141125155649-00019-ip-10-235-23-156.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.929677 | 828 | CC-MAIN-2014-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-49__0__41342000 | en | Port Manatee supports and serves its community in a variety of ways – working on local projects and offering various public outreach programs to educate people about the port.
The port adds more than $2.3 billion annually in regional economic impact and supports more than 24,000 jobs.
The public is invited to get a behind-the-scenes look at Port Manatee through the port’s award-winning Public Tours.
Port Manatee staff members are available to speak to community groups on a variety of topics including the port’s current and future projects, economic impact and more.
Request a Speaker for your group and a member of the Port Manatee Administration Department will contact you to verify a topic, date and time. For more information, call Port Manatee at (941) 722-6621.
Authorized boating and fishing are allowed in the waters around Port Manatee through the Manbirtee Key Zone Watch Program.
Port Manatee takes pride in protecting the environment in and around Port Manatee. Port operations are guided by the Manatee County Port Authority’s mission statement, which in part states, "conducting maritime-related activities in a profitable and environmentally responsible manner."
All projects at the port are conducted with a commitment to the environment – to ensuring the ecosystem surrounding the port is not only maintained, but thrives. A proactive environmental approach has resulted in the port exceeding environmental compliance goals.
Port Manatee has earned many environmental awards.
The Manatee County Port Authority is committed to protecting and enhancing Tampa Bay’s pristine ecosystem. The port’s groundbreaking seagrass mitigation program and award-winning Manbirtee Key bird sanctuary prove that nature and ports can coexist.
Drawing from a donor bed of 5.33 acres lying in the path of proposed expansion dredging, 25 acres of new seagrass meadows now flourish in Tampa Bay waters adjacent to Port Manatee. Beginning in 2001, scientists carefully transplanted the seagrass to locations scarred by years of propeller driven recreational boats traversing shallow bay waters. With a 400-acre environmental management area in place to protect the habitat from further scarring, seagrass now grows unimpeded.
For the previous 30 years, seagrass transplantation was largely considered experimental, meeting with varying degrees of success around the world. The project’s size and overwhelming success attracted global attention and earned several honors, including the 2006 Gulf Guardian Award from the Environmental Protection Agency’s Gulf of Mexico Program. The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) also selected the project as the Western Hemisphere’s top environmental program in 2006.
The seagrass program award marked the second time in three years a Port Manatee environmental mitigation program was honored by the AAPA.
Manbirtee Key Bird Sanctuary
The American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA) chose the port’s 60-acre spoil island bird sanctuary for its top hemispheric honor in 2004.
The man-made island, known as Manbirtee Key, is the result of Port Manatee’s original dredging project in the 1960s. The port partnered with Gulfstream Natural Gas System and Audubon of Florida in a multi-million dollar project converting the spoil island to a thriving bird sanctuary. Manbirtee Key has attracted more than 120 species of birds since its restoration in 2003.
The island was recontoured to suit a wide range of nesting and feeding habitats. Invasive plant species, overgrown vegetation and predators (such as raccoons, possums and snakes) were removed from the island.
The bird sanctuary and the new seagrass meadows flourish with plant and animal life, demonstrating that ports and nature not only can coexist, but can thrive.
Port Manatee has earned a number of community, environment and communications Honors. | environmental_science |
https://www.vintly.com/blog/beyond-disposal-redefining-the-future-of-used-garments | 2024-04-21T17:53:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817790.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421163736-20240421193736-00475.warc.gz | 0.915075 | 746 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__121808203 | en | In an era of fast fashion and ever-changing trends, the garment industry faces a pressing challenge: the growing mountain of discarded clothing. Each year, millions of tons of textiles end up in landfills, contributing significantly to environmental degradation. However, forward-thinking brands are now spearheading initiatives to tackle this issue, transforming end-of-life garments from waste into valuable resources. This article explores the innovative strategies companies can adopt to reduce the environmental footprint of discarded clothing.
Recycling Programs and Investments
One of the most direct approaches is the establishment of recycling programs. Brands can encourage consumers to return worn-out or unwanted garments by offering incentives, such as discounts on future purchases. These collected items can then be recycled into new products, closing the loop in the garment production cycle. Investment in advanced textile recycling technologies is crucial for this to be effective, as it allows for the recovery and reprocessing of fibers from blended fabrics, which constitute a large portion of apparel waste.
Designing for Durability and Disassembly
The journey to sustainability begins at the drawing board. Designing garments with durability in mind extends their lifespan, reducing the frequency of replacement and disposal. Furthermore, designing for disassembly allows for easier recycling at the end of a garment's life. This involves using materials and construction methods that facilitate the separation of components and fibers, enabling more efficient recycling processes.
Partnerships for Circular Fashion
Collaboration is key in the quest for sustainability. Brands can partner with environmental organizations, recycling companies, and other stakeholders to develop more effective waste management and recycling infrastructures. These partnerships can also lead to innovative solutions, such as developing new materials from recycled textiles or creating platforms for exchanging and refurbishing garments.
Promoting Second-Hand Markets
The rise of second-hand markets presents a valuable opportunity for brands to extend the life of their garments. By facilitating platforms for the resale or donation of used clothing, companies can not only reduce waste but also make fashion more accessible. Initiatives like certified pre-owned programs or partnerships with second-hand retailers can help normalize and popularize the consumption of used garments, contributing to a more sustainable fashion ecosystem.
Consumer Education and Engagement
Educating consumers about the environmental impact of their clothing choices and how to care for garments to extend their lifespan is crucial. Workshops, campaigns, and transparent communication can empower consumers to make more sustainable decisions, such as choosing quality over quantity, repairing instead of discarding, and recycling old clothes.
Implementing take-back schemes where consumers can return end-of-life garments to stores or designated drop-off points can significantly reduce textile waste. These schemes not only facilitate recycling and repurposing but also provide brands with insights into the durability and lifespan of their products, informing more sustainable production practices.
Investing in Sustainable Fibers
Investing in and transitioning to sustainable fibers that are more easily recyclable or biodegradable can mitigate the impact of garments that do end up being discarded. Materials like organic cotton, hemp, and Tencel have lower environmental footprints and can be processed more sustainably at the end of their lifecycle.
As the garment industry grapples with the challenge of textile waste, the adoption of comprehensive, innovative strategies is essential. From recycling programs and sustainable design to fostering second-hand markets and consumer education, brands have a plethora of tools at their disposal to combat clothing waste. By reimagining the end-of-life phase of garments, companies can contribute to a more sustainable, circular fashion industry, where every piece of clothing is valued far beyond its initial use. | environmental_science |
https://creativedocumentsystems.com/resources/ideal-ap15/ | 2024-02-29T14:55:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474843.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20240229134901-20240229164901-00736.warc.gz | 0.892669 | 1,615 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__194902894 | en | An air purifier for healthy indoor air – that’s what the AEON Blue™ cleaning system provides. Ideal for rooms of around 150 square feet. With HEPA filter, activated carbon filter and selectable ionizer.
Air purifier with highly effective AEON Blue cleaning system – cleans indoor air more effectively than almost any other air purifier. The ideal.™ AP15 combines HEPA, activated carbon and plasma air cleaning in one compact unit. Very effectively filters harmful substances out of the air: fine dust, pollen and other allergens, viruses and bacteria, mold spores, pet hair, cigarette smoke and even chemical fumes and odors. What’s more, it enriches the air with charged ions. Purified and ionized air – a simple and natural principle with a refreshing result: a vitalizing effect on mind and body, strengthening the immune system as well as protecting against cell damage and premature aging processes, fatigue or diseases. And all this running at very low energy and quiet as a whisper – for optimum use in offices, bedrooms or medical practices – wherever you’re looking for ideal indoor air.
Dimensions (D x W x H), inches: 9 x 13.7 x 18.5
Shipping weight, pounds: 17
ideal.™ AP15 Specifications
|120 V, 60 Hz
|4 steps (adjustable)
|Noise levels (dB):
|26 / 35 / 43 / 52
|Room size (square feet):
Air Purifier Terminology
Activated Carbon: Activated carbon, also called activated charcoal or activated coal, is a form of carbon that has been processed to make it extremely porous with a large surface area available for absorption or chemical reactions. Commonly used in air purifiers for odor absorption of many airborne pollutants.
AEON Blue Technology: The highly-effective, 5 & 6 multi-level filtering system depending on ideal. model, frees the air from the smallest particles and pathogens before they can reach our respiratory system (1. prefilter, 2. CleanCel®, 3. HEPA, 4. activated carbon, 5. PlasmaWave™, and 6. MedShield) cleaning.
AHAM Certification: Recognized by the EPA, AHAM, the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers, independently tests and rates air cleaning products based on the Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) or the amount of particulate that is filtered by the appliance. This helps to identify the efficiency of the products by room size so that you can make sure you are purchasing an air cleaner that will suit your home needs. AHAM administers a voluntary Room Air Cleaner Certification Program for portable household electric room air cleaners.
ARB (Air Resources Board): Certified by the California Air Resources Board for zero ozone emissions (sometimes called CARB).
CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate): signifies the amount of clean air delivered by an air purifier. Three numbers are usually listed for each air purifier (tobacco smoke, pollen,
dust). The higher the tobacco smoke, pollen and dust numbers, the faster the unit filters the air. The CADR determines how well an air purifier reduces these pollutants.
CARB (California Air Resources Board): Certified for zero ozone emissions.
CFM or Cubic Feet per Minute: The amount of air, in cubic feet, that flows through a given space in one minute.
CleanCel: The entire filter cassette and prefilter are treated with CleanCel®, a patented, antimicrobial coating, which prevents the growth of odor-forming bacteria, mold and fungi.
ECARF: The ECARF quality seal intends to make daily life easier and more manageable for allergy sufferers. The seal emphasizes the fact that a product or a service specifically addresses the needs of those affected, with a focus on practicability and user friendliness. The ECARF Institute is an organization within the European Center for Allergy Research Foundation based at the Charité in Berlin, Germany.
Energy Star: Certified as 40% more energy efficient, without sacrificing performance.
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency): created for the purpose of protecting human health and the environment by writing and enforcing regulations based on laws passed by Congress.
FCC (Federal Communications Commission): an independent agency of the US government to regulate interstate communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable.
HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air): filters 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns. Can also capture 95-99% of particles below 0.3 microns (easily meeting PM2.5 standards). HEPA filters are a mainstay in areas that require clean air such as hospitals, clean rooms, and high- tech manufacturing plants.
MedShield: Antibacterial coating (orange stuff) on the HEPA (AP40) or PM2.5 (AP100) filters that inhibits the growth of microbes and removes pathogens.
Micron (µm): A unit of length. One Micron = 39 millionths of an inch. Contaminant size is usually described in microns. Relatively speaking, a grain of salt is about 60 microns and the eye can see particles to about 25 microns. A micron is also known as a micrometer.
Common household particles and their relative size:
0.3 – 1 micron = Tobacco Smoke, Bacteria, Metallic Fumes 1 – 5 microns = Bacteria and Small Dust Particles
5 – 10 microns = Mold, Pollen, Medium Dust Particles 10 microns = Large Dust Particles
25 microns = Debris and Dust Particles (visible to the naked eye) 150 microns = Human Hair
OptiFlow Technology: the optimized air flow captures particles and distributes fresh air through the room quietly
Ozone: An unstable derivative of oxygen, O3, that is formed naturally in the ozone layer from atmospheric oxygen by electric discharge or exposure to ultraviolet radiation. It is a highly reactive oxidizing agent used to deodorize air, purify water, and treat industrial waste. ideal. models are ozone free. See PlasmaWave.
PlasmaWave™ certified as being free of ozone, produces positive and negative ions in an optimal ratio that form hydroxyls together with hydrogen from the humid air. These hydroxyls neutralize and destroy viruses such as influenza viruses, bacteria, chemical compounds, poisons and odors at the molecular level (basically, the air is drawn through an electrical field, as the particles in the air pass through, an electronic charge is given to them. The charged particles are then attracted to a series of flat plates with an opposite electrical charge). This ionization process usually causes a small amount of ozone to be created, but through PlasmaWave Technology ideal. air purifiers are certified as being free of ozone.
PM2.5 filter: filters ultra-fine air pollutants of a size of 2.5 microns (the anti-bacterial coating (orange stuff) on the AP100 PM2.5 filter also inhibits the growth of microbes and removes pathogens).
Pre-filter: A filter used in many air purifiers that is designed to capture particles 1 micron in size and larger. Some air purifiers use activated carbon as their pre-filter to remove odors and gases. A pre-filter will extend the life of a HEPA filter.
UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listed: Meets stringent standards for product safety and supply regulatory compliance.
VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds): Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are organic chemical compounds that have high enough vapor pressures under normal conditions to significantly vaporize and enter the atmosphere. Volatile organic compounds are numerous and varied.
Although abundant in nature and modern industrial society, they may also be harmful or toxic. | environmental_science |
https://charleskirkland.net/solar/solar-energy-for-businesses-how-to-cut-costs-and-reduce-your-carbon-footprint/ | 2023-12-04T00:28:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100518.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20231203225036-20231204015036-00010.warc.gz | 0.908591 | 677 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__107275874 | en | Solar energy is not only beneficial for homeowners but also holds significant advantages for businesses. By harnessing the power of the sun, businesses can reduce operating costs, enhance sustainability efforts, and demonstrate environmental responsibility. In this article, we will explore the benefits of solar energy for businesses and provide practical guidance on how to implement solar solutions, cut costs, and reduce your carbon footprint.
1: Assessing the Viability of Solar Energy for Your Business
Before diving into solar energy implementation, it’s essential to assess the viability of solar for your business. This section will guide you through the process of evaluating your energy consumption, analyzing available space for solar installations, and considering any regulatory or permitting requirements. By conducting a thorough assessment, you can determine the feasibility and potential savings associated with solar energy.
2: Choosing the Right Solar System and Technology
Selecting the appropriate solar system and technology is crucial for maximizing the benefits to your business. This section will discuss the different types of solar systems, such as rooftop solar panels or ground-mounted arrays, and help you choose the most suitable option for your business. Additionally, we will explore technological advancements in solar panels and storage solutions, enabling you to make informed decisions about the equipment that aligns with your energy needs.
3: Financial Considerations and Incentives
Implementing a solar energy system for your business involves financial considerations. This section will delve into various financing options available for businesses, including solar leases, power purchase agreements (PPAs), and loans. We will also explore government incentives, tax credits, and grants that can significantly reduce the upfront costs of solar installations and provide ongoing financial benefits.
4: Partnering with Reliable Solar Installers and Contractors
Working with reliable solar installers and contractors is crucial for the success of your solar energy project. This section will provide guidance on selecting reputable and experienced professionals who can assess your energy needs, design and install the system, and provide ongoing maintenance and support. By partnering with trusted experts, you can ensure a smooth and efficient solar installation process.
5: Energy Management and Optimization
Solar energy is just one aspect of effective energy management for businesses. This section will explore additional strategies to optimize energy efficiency, including energy audits, smart meters, and energy management systems. By implementing comprehensive energy management practices, you can maximize the benefits of solar energy and further reduce operational costs.
6: Environmental Benefits and Marketing Opportunities
Switching to solar energy not only benefits your bottom line but also helps reduce your business’s carbon footprint. This section will emphasize the positive environmental impact of solar energy and discuss the marketing opportunities that arise from promoting your business’s commitment to sustainability. Demonstrating environmental responsibility can enhance your brand reputation, attract environmentally conscious customers, and differentiate your business from competitors.
Solar energy presents a compelling opportunity for businesses to cut costs, reduce their carbon footprint, and demonstrate environmental stewardship. By assessing the viability of solar energy, choosing the right system, considering financial incentives, partnering with reliable installers, optimizing energy management, and leveraging marketing opportunities, businesses can embark on a sustainable energy journey. Embracing solar power not only contributes to a greener future but also enhances the financial resilience and reputation of your business. Take the leap and harness the power of solar energy to unlock the benefits for your business and the environment. | environmental_science |
https://watershedfarmproject.ca/building-blocks/ | 2024-04-15T22:03:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817033.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415205332-20240415235332-00723.warc.gz | 0.944358 | 1,019 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__46137110 | en | The first full week of the program will be devoted to an overview of the farm lifecycle, including the nature of healthy soil, the social life of the farm community, farmscape ecology, composting, rotational grazing of animals, pollinator habitat, crop rotation and the basic principles of biodynamic agriculture. Participants will also be introduced to the local farmers markets and other sites of interest in the surrounding areas.
Curriculum 9:45 -1:00 with 15 minute snack at 11:00
This is a twofold unit that begins with a discussion of the politics of food, including global hunger, climate change and its consequences, agribusiness, food sovereignty and sustainable agriculture. This will be supplemented by hands-on work with the resident chef. Participants will plan meals around the availability of seasonal, organic ingredients, with particular focus on budget, nutrition, local sourcing and minimization of waste. The chef will teach food preparation, baking and cooking skills, along with traditional means of preserving food, including fermenting, smoking, drying and canning.
The Watershed Farm Apiary will offer participants the opportunity to learn the skills involved in operating a land-based natural beekeeping business. Participants will learn hive care, honey and pollen extraction and the importance of healthy pollinator habitat and they will visit nearby bee yards and apiaries. The apiary will also serve as a living classroom for basic business skills including pricing, packaging and marketing, budgeting, cash flow and the development of products such as salves, candles and mead.
Watershed Farm Biodynamic Seeds is a farm-based business supplying quality biodynamic seeds to larger seed companies. Participants will be involved in every aspect of running the WFP seed production enterprise, from breeding, germination testing and crop evaluations and trials, to harvesting, drying, threshing and cleaning of seed crops. This will impart valuable business skills including maintaining inventories, eliminating shrinkage and loss of product, packaging and marketing, cash flow projection, contract negotiations and product delivery.
The first half of this week will be spent largely in our forest as we learn to observe and respond to the species around us. We will learn to identify native plants, mushrooms, trees and shrubs and spend our nights learning basic astronomy. We will spend a day with a Mi’kmaq elder who keeps alive the ancient art of building birchbark canoes. The second half of the week and the weekend will be spent on a backcountry canoe trip in Kejimkujik National Park, travelling and living together through the lakes and forests that surround us.
Recently retired instructor of Sustainable Forestry Practices, Andrew Ross will take us through critical skills of safe chainsaw use, identifying trees and forest ecosystems, selection and safe felling practices, invasive species and restoration strategies. We will learn how to assess the health of the forest, how to maintain useable woods road systems to access different areas, how to manage light in the canopy for regeneration and to limb up trees we plan to harvest in the future for lumber. We will visit local woodlots and compare sustainable woodlot practices and the effects of clearcutting on habitat and regrowth. We will also learn to mill trees for lumber and how to cut, split and stack firewood for the winter.
Master carpenter and sculptor Joe Veres will work with participants to plan and design a simple working farm structure, including engineering considerations and materials planning.
Participants will be trained on the safe handling and use of power and hand tools and learn how to choose the right tool for the job.
Storytelling is fundamental to the human experience. All Project participants will attend the internationally acclaimed Lunenburg Documentary Film Festival. Over the next few weeks, we will begin to shape ideas for stories that we would like to tell. We will be assisted by Joan Baxter, an investigative journalist and writer who will share her experiences in Africa and her work on environmental issues in Nova Scotia. Renowned filmmaker and food blogger Aube Giroux will take us through the basics of documentary filmmaking. We will learn how to film, record, edit and shape our stories into two short films and hear about the challenges and winning strategies of getting our work out to the world.
In this block we will work with Angus Smith, a retired civil servant, to examine some of the different structures of government, learn about the complexities of international relations and expand our understanding of what it means to be engaged citizens in a rapidly changing world.
The final week of the Watershed Farm Project is dedicated to all of us as we reflect on what we have taken from the experience and the ways that we can continue to grow. This is also the week to express our gratitude for all that we have given each other. And it is the time to express our hopes for what the future holds for each of us. It is also the week for rigorous examination of the ways that the Watershed Farm Project can better serve the needs of those who will come in the future. | environmental_science |
https://interlube.ca/en/container-reuse-program/ | 2023-12-08T19:05:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100769.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20231208180539-20231208210539-00331.warc.gz | 0.906512 | 271 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__155170811 | en | To avoid the additional impact of recycling our 1040 L (to te-tank) containers, we are able to gather, clean and reuse them. This additional step reduces the impact of processing recycled materials until it is actually needed, thus extending the life of our 1040 L (tote-tank) containers and reducing the environmental impact.
Our 1040 L (tote-tank) container reuse program is quite easy to integrate when developing our customer implementation plan where we can present the cost/benefit analysis in relation to the bigger picture.
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https://richardrosebery.com/gallery/halong-bay/ | 2024-02-27T20:53:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474686.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20240227184934-20240227214934-00076.warc.gz | 0.978777 | 109 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__76466442 | en | Halong Bay, Vietnam, 2020, charcoal on paper, 31 x 24 cm.
Ruth and I took a two-day cruise around the World Heritage listed Cat Ba Archipelago to Halong Bay in Vietnam in March 2020. Cat Ba consists of 755 islands with their marine invaded karst limestone topography. There are countless majestic towers, many with arches and caves caused by coastal erosion. This quick 1.5-hour sketch was my view from the upper deck at dusk whilst we were moored for the night. | environmental_science |
http://www.philcrab.com/main/index.php/component/k2/itemlist/category/2-latest-news | 2017-07-26T22:26:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-30/segments/1500549426639.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20170726222036-20170727002036-00309.warc.gz | 0.946309 | 2,109 | CC-MAIN-2017-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-30__0__113205659 | en | Latest News (5)
HATCHERY PRODUCTION AT ALL-TIME HIGH
In an effort to breed blue swimming crab (BSC) to rebuild dwindling stocks in critical areas, PACPI opened its first BSC Hatchery in Tigbauan, Iloilo in 2013. Two years in operation and the aquaculture of crab is still difficult. Survival rate of newly-hatched larvae to crab instar is only about 5% to 10% and even lower in some cases. High mortality rates are normally a result of cannibalism during molting, or the shedding of exoskeleton. Crabs undergo series of molting throughout the larval stages. The longer they are reared, the lower their survival. From 28 days, the team has decided to reduce the rearing period to 21 days or up to the crab instar 4 stage to reduce costs and prevent further mortalities. Despite these efforts, production hit all-time low early 2015 due to reported fluctuations of water salinity and temperature, although bad management cannot be omitted.
In late 2015, PACPI has decided to close the hatchery following failed production targets and the existing pricey rental that ate up a big portion of project funds. The team moved to a private hatchery in Escalante City, Negros Island and collaborated with the Provincial Government of Negros to conduct mass production of BSC juveniles and dispersal activities in the region. The BSC hatchery commenced in April 2016 and 55,836 juveniles were produced on its first month of operation with a 9.3% survival rate. The proceeding months have been favorable, with production reaching the 70,000 mark and survival rate of 10%. September production reported 88,614 juveniles at 14.8% survival, an all-time high. As of this writing, dispersal activities have spanned 8 municipalities (14 sites/barangays) in Northern Negros namely Silay City, Talisay City, E.B. Magalona, Manapla, Victorias City, Cadiz City, Sagay City, and Escalante City.
How did the hatchery come up with such huge volume of seeds?
Aside from good management, several factors can be attributed to the success of the BSC hatchery in Negros.
Selection of healthy berried crabs. Healthy broodstock yields good quality eggs. And quality eggs hatch healthy larvae. Believe it or not, only 1 or 2 gravid crabs are “incubated” for their eggs. An intact egg sponge indicates healthy mother crab.
Good water quality. Besides thoroughly-cleaned tanks, water undergo double filtration and UV treatment. In the absence of UV, chlorine treatment can be an alternative.
Use of green water. Green water technology was a breakthrough in aquaculture in the 90s. Green water technology is a technique that uses phytoplankton-rich water obtained from saline tilapia tanks. Aside from providing algal food in the early stages of development of crabs, it is also known to inhibit growth of pathogenic microorganisms.
Optimum water conditions. BSC larvae require high saline water (28-32 ppt) and consistent, high temperature (28-34 C). One or two-unit sudden change in temperature is lethal, and without proper monitoring, this could result in mass mortalities.
Monitoring of fungal and luminous bacteria occurrence at night is also conducted.
PACPI AND UPV SIGN MOA ON STUDENT RESEARCH GRANT FOR PHIL. BSC
Qualified research topics can avail a subsidy of Php 25,000 for undergraduate thesis and Php 50,000 for graduate thesis (M.S. only) and many more entitlements.
“Academe plays a vital role in environmental protection and conservation being a birthplace of knowledge. And U.P. Visayas itself has championed works in the fishery science. Engaging with them through our young, brilliant students will definitely go a long way”, said Josette Genio, Program Director of PACPI.
Furthermore, PACPI plans to reach out to other Fisheries Schools to widen the scope of the project by next year. More than a grant, it will also help the less fortunate but deserving students to fulfill their theses requirements at a lesser burden.
BFAR 7 TURNS OVER CRAB POTS TO FISHERS OF GETAFE, BOHOL
October 6, 2016 - BFAR 7 turned over the final wave of crab pots “panggal” to beneficiary fishermen of Getafe, Bohol last Thursday, October 6 as part of the on-going Gear Swap Program for crab fishers in selected sites in Danajon Bank.
Due to the bulk of the pots that were earlier raised by the fishermen, BFAR has introduced a sample of a collapsible crab trap that the agency is planning to mass produce by next year. This is in response to the reports that earlier beneficiaries of pots in Talibon and Inabanga failed to use them for fishing. BFAR 7 Director, Andy Bojos, also ordered the LGUs to formulate local ordinance on the regulated use of lift nets that such shall only be deployed in waters of at least 10 meters in depth to minimize catching of immature crabs. The bigger, adult crabs can be found in deep waters, often at the sea bottom where they burrow and seek protection from predators.
The activity went on for one and a half hours, primarily due to the issues and concerns of the participants on this new gear. Possession of small boats that cannot accommodate the pots seemed to be the common ground. To aid in proper documentation, the attendees were encouraged to participate in the forthcoming Gear Swap Monitoring survey that will be conducted by PACPI sometime in December.
A brief IEC on the JAO was also conducted and posters were distributed to the fishermen afterwards. Representatives from Mayor's office, Bohol Provincial Fisheries office, DA, and PACPI were also present.
CRABBING OPERATIONS IN MALAMPAYA SOUND
Malampaya Sound in Palawan is tagged as the "Fish Bowl of the Philippines" due to the abundance of many commercially-important fish species. Because of its physical and biological significance, it was declared a protected landscape and is under administrative jurisdiction of the DENR (Department of Environment & Ntaural Resources)
Palawan Island, under Region 4B (MIMAROPA), is among the top-producing regions of blue swimming crabs in the Philippines. Malampaya accounts to 10% of the total BSC production in the region. At least 6 crab meat processing plants are located in the Sound, all of which are concentrated in the area of Baong or New Guinlo. Fishing is the primary source of livelihood in the area. Other fishery include small shrimps, green mussels, and groupers.
Malampaya Sound is divided into inner and outer sound characterized by shallow brackishwater and deep saltwater, respectively. It is home to the critically-endangered Irrawaddy Dolphins. The Irrawaddy dolphin (Orcaella brevirostris) has surfaced as an ETP that is being affected by the blue swimming crab fishery. This has been reported in several studies conducted in Malampaya Sound from 2002 to 2008 (Dolar et al., 2002; Ingles, 2003; Smith et al., 2004; Gonzales & Matillano, 2008). O. brevirostris is listed as “Critically Endangered” in the IUCN Red List with an estimated population of only 77 and a decreasing population trend (Smith and Beasley, 2004). Gonzales and Matillano (2008) reported a total of 29 deaths from year 2001 to 2006. Gill nets spanning upto 1 km with extended hours of soaking has caused incidental entanglement of dolphins several years back. Fishermen reportedly do this to increase their catch to satisfy their family's daily needs.
According to WWF, fishing is the main source of livelihood for many families in the area. Due to the growing population, competition for food becomes tight.
In the last few years, the communities have become active partners of WWF, DENR, and the local government in ensuring the population of the Irrawaddy dolphins in Malampaya. While these mammals were regarded least in the past, the many years of educational campaigns on the importance of the dolphins have significantly raised awareness in the communities. It has been found that the dolphins help keep the sea bottom healthy by digging up on food which are mostly crustaceans and cephalopods, thereby mixing the soil nutrients into the water. In the Philippines, Irrawaddy dolphins have been spotted in areas where abundance of crustaceans were reported, blue swimming crab and shrimp included.
At present, incidental entrapment of dolphins in Malampaya Sound were no longer reported.
BFAR CONDUCTS PRE-IMPLEMENTATION WORKSHOP ON TRACEABILITY OF FISHERY PRODUCTS EXPORTED TO U.S.
August 24, 2016 - U.S. is set to implement traceability requirements for high-risk fisheries imported from ASEAN countries and other parts of the world beginning October of this year.
The BFAR Regulatory Division conducted a two-day workshop for processors and exporters of various fishery products to the U.S. last August 24-25, 2016 to come up with goals and activities in line with the new US regulations on seafood market access. Pasteurised crab meat, tuna, and octopus are among the 17 seafood products that will be affected by the new regulation that covers not only the Philippines, but other Southeast Asian nations such as Indonesia and Thailand as well as some countries in South America.
Although the pasteurized crab meat was identified, only Callinectes spp. (Atlantic blue crab) will be regulated due to the larger risk of overexploitation. Nevertheless, BFAR sees the urgent implementation of Administrative Circular 251 (Traceability of Fish and Fishery Products) Series of 2014 for all species in anticipation of the expansion of U.S. regulation to other fisheries besides the 17 identified high-risk species.
The activity was participated by over 20 key stakeholders. | environmental_science |
https://www.theheightsbulletin.com/post/when-was-the-last-time-you-recycled | 2023-01-31T16:31:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499888.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20230131154832-20230131184832-00783.warc.gz | 0.940773 | 944 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__140330325 | en | by Isabella Talamantes
How you can do your part!
What are the three R’s?
Reduce: to diminish the amount of created waste
Reuse: using objects more than once before throwing away
Recycle: instead of throwing away an item, that product is put to a new use
Where does my recycling go?
So, what actually happens once you put the recycling in the bin? Well, once your recycling is collected, it is taken to a plant. At the plant, it is sorted and then, once enough of the same kind of material is collected, it is compressed into a large block called a bale (1,000-1,500 pounds per block). After it is sorted and compressed, these bales are sold to third party companies who then clean, process, and produce new products out of the recycled materials
Why should I recycle?
Have you ever seen a plastic bottle, noisily and wistfully making its way down a street? Well if you see another wandering bottle, CATCH THAT SUCKER! If you see trash blowing around or lying around, don’t leave it be- pick it up! However, after you pick it up, your instinct is going to be to throw that item into a garbage can: Don’t do that! Wait up a second. Before you toss another misunderstood recycle-able into a trash can, make sure you know it’s intended for the waste container and not the recycling bin. The majority of recycle-able materials, sadly, end up in the wrong can. Things like plastic can sit in landfills for 20-500 YEARS before they decompose, and even then, they still aren’t completely gone! Which proves how big of an impact a small decision makes, and how important it is to differentiate recycle-able materials from trash. By putting recycle-ables in the CORRECT bin, you are helping the environment in the following ways:
1) You are helping prevent overflow in landfills, as well as in incinerators (You are additionally reducing some of the incredible pollution that incinerators create.).
2) You are keeping your environment clean. No one wants to see trash littering the sidewalks, or plastic bags flying around. Help maintain the cleanliness of your neighborhood!
3) You are also reducing the amount of total waste, as well as keeping the environment and its wildlife safe.
Another reason why you should recycle is that recycling helps in the conservation of many nonrenewable resources. What are nonrenewable resources, you may ask? They are natural resources that are not replenished at the speed at which they are consumed. Fossil fuels like oil, natural gases, and coal are all examples of nonrenewable resources. Not only should we be recycling to reduce our use of these finite resources, simply because they will eventually run out, but also because of the harmful process that comes with extracting raw materials from the earth. Another benefit of recycling is that it protects the environment by reducing the greenhouse gas emissions and other air pollutants. Air and water pollution is the consequence of harmful gas and ash releasing into the air when these materials are extracted from earth’s core. Recycling scrap metal as well as reusing plastic and aluminum reduces the need for natural resources and restrains the hunt for raw materials.
Recycling creates jobs, saves energy, helps conserve natural resources, AND keeps the environment clean, as well as healthy. There is no reason why you shouldn’t be recycling. Too hard? -deal with small inconveniences. Can’t find a recycling bin? -help advocate for more bins! Don’t know how? Use this guide! Getting informed is a great way to get started, but your mindset and actions are just as important. Don’t let yourself think that you aren’t making a difference, or that an action is ever too small! If everyone were to recycle one thing everyday it would make a big impact. Change starts with you. | environmental_science |
http://friendsofgorhamspond.org/ | 2017-10-23T00:26:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-43/segments/1508187825497.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20171023001732-20171023021732-00462.warc.gz | 0.912319 | 511 | CC-MAIN-2017-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-43__0__15291994 | en | Who We Are
The Friends of Gorham’s Pond is a group of concerned citizens who are committed to restoring, preserving and protecting the vital Gorham’s Pond Watershed, composed of Gorham’s Pond, the Goodwives River and the Stony Brook River. The Friends of Gorham’s Pond, a 501(c)(3) organization, seeks to restore and protect this key asset to the Town of Darien. Recent Town surveys found that the Gorham’s Pond watershed is only second to the public schools as the asset citizens are the most proud. We also want to highlight of the Watershed’s importance to the myriad of wildlife and aquatic species living here.
To this end, we seek to raise awareness and funds to restore and rebuild the wildlife habitats lost due to the enormous amount of road sand from I95 clogging this waterway. We have sought State funds and have been granted monies to begin the restoration at the top of the watershed, at the Upper Pond of the Goodwives River. This project took its first steps the Fall of 2015.
Further efforts will begin this winter to gain additional public and private funds with which we plan to continue the restoration down river and ultimately to Gorham’s Pond itself.
To make a donation to the Friends of Gorham’s Pond via PayPal, click the Donate button below.
FOGP in the News
Friends of Gorham’s Pond Reception and Annual Meeting 2017
Please join the Friends of Gorham’s Pond for a Reception and Annual Meeting on Sunday, October 22, 2017, 4:30 – 7:00 pm.
Friends of Gorham’s Pond 2017 Newsletter
Much has been going on with FOGP over the past two years. Learn all about it in our 2017 newsletter.
Darien Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to Commemorate Completion of Dam Restoration and Sediment Dredging Project at Goodwives River
On Friday, October 21, 2016, the Town of Darien, CT hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the completion of a dam restoration and sediment dredging project at the Goodwives River, a longtime goal of the Friend’s of Gorham’s Pond.
Warm Weather Keeps River Project Running – Darien Times Article
January 21, 2016 – The delay of winter weather has allowed for more progress to be made on the Goodwives River dam repair and sediment dredging project. | environmental_science |
http://ticketing.artgallery.wa.gov.au/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=4825 | 2020-09-23T12:31:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400210996.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20200923113029-20200923143029-00353.warc.gz | 0.904762 | 140 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__266955371 | en | Conversations With Rain Workshop 6 July 1pm
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Conversations with Rain is a partnership with ECU School of Education exploring children’s creative responses to weather as a way of understanding our relationship to climate change. Dr Jo Pollitt and Professor Mindy Blaise are working with Artist Educator Lilly Blue to collect and curate poetic moments from young children’s encounters with materials, ideas, memories and their experiential relations with rain.
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Mesut E. Baran received his Ph.D. degree from the University of California, Berkeley, in 1988. He is currently a Professor with North Carolina State University, Raleigh. His research interests include distribution and transmission system analysis and control, integration of renewable energy resources, and utility applications of power electronics based devices. Currently, he is a member of the FREEDM Systems Center at NC State focusing on both research and education aspects of renewable electric energy systems and their integration into the electric power distribution systems. Dr. Baran is a Fellow of IEEE. | environmental_science |
https://www.uudeland.org/social-justice | 2020-09-24T05:37:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400213454.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20200924034208-20200924064208-00357.warc.gz | 0.91362 | 434 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__168340822 | en | Martin Luther King (MLK) Day
An incredible event took place in America 50 years ago, on April 22nd. Millions of people (10% ! of the population of the United States), came together on behalf of the environment and Mother Earth. Celebrations, protests, and planning efforts took place across the nation in civic halls, college campuses, houses of worship, and city streets.
To honor that momentous turning point in 1970 and, in the spirit of our UU principles, the First UU Church of West Volusia formed a working committee to honor the wonderful 50th Anniversary of Earth Day. After all, one of our seven core Principles is, “Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.” And a key source of our philosophical guidance is, “Spiritual teachings of Earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature.”
Our congregation’s Earth Day Committee ultimately settled on a schedule of activities not only to honor the Anniversary, but to take steps into the future to continue the critical work done by our predecessors:
Plans and schedule
A weekly series of speakers on environmental topics from environmental organizations and initiatives.
A curated list of volunteer opportunities supporting local and national environmental organizations.
The presentation of landmark movie and documentaries covering milestones in environmental causes.
Organizing participation in outside activities beyond our Church.
Acquiring of UU Earth Day T-shirts to be worn when performing activities in support of the environment.
Planting a tree and adding to our garden around our worship center to honor Mother Earth.
Principle 7. “Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.”
Source: “Spiritual teachings of Earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature.”
Our world still needs our help – and your help. Please consider reviewing the content linked here, and continuing your journey toward honoring and sustaining our environmental home. | environmental_science |
https://suppliersolutionsinc.com/packaging-products | 2023-03-22T19:23:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296944452.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20230322180852-20230322210852-00298.warc.gz | 0.907733 | 520 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__121296766 | en | Supplier Solutions offers institutional products, can liners, food service products, produce bags, and more. With our diverse selection, we can fulfill your complete packaging need.
Supplier Solutions carries one of the most complete ranges of can liners in the industry. We offer High Density (HDPE) and Linear Low Density (LLDPE) liners for both institutional and consumer use.
We carry drawstring and non-drawstring trash can liners. Our liners are available either as perforated on a roll or interleaved for one-at-a-time dispensing, and private and branded labeling options are available.
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