Green Living

I am thinking of a generator wheel, but how do I get them all in and running in the same direction?

2007-10-17 08:35:43 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Go to BP's alternative energy website and you'll notice that they plan on spending 8 billion dollars over the next 10 years on alternative energy R&D. This includes solar, wind, hydrogen and natural gas. Given the fact that we're in a state of complete disarray with the oil situation in our world with many factors contributing to refinery shortages, crude production, etc., you would think that big-oil would be spending a few more dollars on the alternatives. With that said, is BP, et al just giving us all lip service or are they serious about finding a better way. I know that they want their profits to keep rolling in based upon their current business model, but there will come a time when the old way of doing business costs too much (exploration, hurricanes, wars, etc).
Your thoughts on how we can help push them into embracing these technologies and making them viable alternatives for real world applications.

2007-10-17 06:36:53 · 7 answers · asked by Bam Bam Obama 3

he had a celebration in arizona were everyone flew in mostly he had maine lobster alaskan butter fish kobe beef and guenni hens (sp?) ok what happen to think globally act locally?
i dont think any of those foods are local in arizona. i guess its do as i say not as i do .

i use to like him now i just see hes full of hot air.

2007-10-17 06:27:14 · 6 answers · asked by djominous20 5

so what i,m wondering would there be lead in the plastic seat that is causing the grass to die

2007-10-17 04:06:22 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

There is a big thing about saving the planet, being 'Green', recycling, using less electricity, reducing pollution, etc at the moment. There is alot of pressure on individuals to do their bit at home but what about companies? Where i work is very wastefull but there doesnt seem to be anyone going on at them about it! They produce alot more waste that could be recycled, for example then i ever could!

2007-10-16 23:39:45 · 17 answers · asked by Jennifer C 2

I am organising an event and want a centrepeice for tables but would like something environmentally friendy.

Thanks

2007-10-16 23:27:41 · 15 answers · asked by Joanne B 1

My friend likes to walk around with shaving cream on his nipples, and he stares at trees a lot. He is having feelings about touching the trees, especially aspen trees. My friend. Could it be a medical condition, is there a name for it? For my friend.

2007-10-16 19:04:39 · 28 answers · asked by Egg 1

2007-10-16 17:52:40 · 16 answers · asked by Icetea 1

why don't we all just not exist..... eat grass, live in recycled cardboard boxes, walk to the beach from kentucky, not wear clothes, etc, etc. face it, producing and consuming is what makes the world go round. it really irritates me that everyone is preaching about going green. solar panneling and special light bulbs arn't built from thin air, and neither are home appliances, and hybrid cars. they are built at factories. that produce polution. it really is a lost cause. honestly, i really think it is a scam and i don't buy it.

2007-10-16 15:12:35 · 40 answers · asked by lindsey434 2

China is starting to clean up and use clean energy sources?

2007-10-16 13:43:52 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Green cars are the best solution to keep our environment clean; but we, poor people, cannot afford to get one, and everybody knows that we are everywhere....

2007-10-16 09:40:42 · 8 answers · asked by mololad 1

2007-10-16 09:14:18 · 19 answers · asked by John Sol 4

i just read a nasa report that shows the sun over the last several years is getting hotter and is growing in size,, could this be a factor

2007-10-16 06:41:37 · 6 answers · asked by MR MOM USMC RETIRED 3

renewable or non renewable energy? taking into account the expense..
what do you think would help our world,

2007-10-16 06:33:07 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

let's say we have buoy, or platform in the ocean, fully decked out with solar panels. Would it be possible for the power generated by those panels to be transmitted to the mainland via underwater cables?

2007-10-16 05:57:18 · 8 answers · asked by UnholySoldier 2

k so this applies in canada but because of america.
BC fuels most of Calafornias energy consumptions and because of the rise in deman another dam is being propsed.
This dam will be built on the Peace River which already has the Bennet Dam on it. This damn will of course flood many many acres of land, losing wildlife and agriculture.
My question is.... what can be done?
Protest have been done, and rallies, but the need for energy is still there. until this is gone the need for a dam will be present.
Can you think of a way to lower energy needs, or for building something that will be less harmful to environment??
What do you think??

2007-10-16 05:19:38 · 4 answers · asked by im1canadain 3

is there really a technology more efficient and cheaper than solar cells? if yes, what is it? can you explain or give websites to me? thanks

2007-10-16 03:51:30 · 9 answers · asked by mark 2

I ask this because I had to go through slight hell in order to be able to do it. The assistant manager made me get permission from corporate headquarters before he let me recycle the health spa’s discarded aluminum and plastic beverage containers.

He also told me he didn’t want me recycling because it doesn’t look good. Notice how he did not say he didn’t want me doing it because I’m not an employee of the health spa. Look good?? Over capacitated landfills, polluted beaches, and litter in the streets don’t look good either. I don’t understand why someone would have a problem with recycling.

Whores look wonderful but many of them are riddled with disease. So what’s his point?

2007-10-15 23:21:53 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Should this menu contribute also to longer /and eventually happier/ life of the animal?.

2007-10-15 23:08:51 · 5 answers · asked by IndrisOK 2

If we are the 'most intelligent' species on the planet how come we are destroying it - its not like we have anywhere else to go either.
Its like watching your house on fire and not doing anything - are we all going to wait for someone else to solve the problem?
I think the main problem is cars - i mean you can walk or cycle for short distances, take a bus or tram for medium and trains for large - im not saying they don't pollute but they are better - also whats wrong with lift sharing in cars?

2007-10-15 21:50:20 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Most people can't afford hybrid cars. Most people can't afford to have solar panals installed in their homes. Even if you want to buy an enviromental friendly item at the store they are way more expensive than the other products.

2007-10-15 21:39:52 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

I know it's not the American way. We like to live at or beyond or means. If you lived in a small, energy-efficient house, and suddenly became more wealthy, would you be able to refrain from moving up?

2007-10-15 16:02:26 · 11 answers · asked by Eric P 6

If so what are some good companys that you can purchase this from and what amount of kw can these fuel cells put out?

2007-10-15 10:16:45 · 3 answers · asked by JASUFER 1

2007-10-15 06:16:13 · 12 answers · asked by jody d 1

I've been saving my used batteries (before going rechargeable) and have been trying to find a local place to take them for recycling. (None of my usual local recycle places take them). I've been looking online for the answer to this question and stumbled upon a webpage for South Carolina that instructs me to just throw them out with my household garbage... this doesn't seem right, as at least the metal of the battery could be recycled.

I've observed South Carolina as being a wee bit behind the times in other arenas, and suspect this may be the case with my battery recycling issue. Here's the link that told me to just throw the batteries away: http://www.chasdoc.org/2006/documents/RECYCLING.pdf

What should I do?

2007-10-15 02:20:16 · 0 answers · asked by C M 2

im trying to go green,but my local utilty is no help. no energy audits or alternative power assitance.

2007-10-15 00:46:18 · 7 answers · asked by Thomas R 2

Are sensor lights (as I have posted a picture here: http://weblog.xanga.com/yahooanswerspicture/621537678/sensor-lights-and-energy-efficiency.html ) energy efficient. I mean they are on 'standby' all day until it is dark enough for them to start sensing. Does it use a lot of power all day long being on or would it be worth while turning them off at the switch during the day?

2007-10-14 14:28:36 · 2 answers · asked by ASK A.S. 5

2007-10-14 14:28:25 · 2 answers · asked by Diana 1

I will appreciate it if u explain how it works, and in what applications it is used..Also i want to know how many countries started to apply it and how many percent does it make of the consumed energy in the world??..thanx

2007-10-13 23:32:34 · 15 answers · asked by David Junior 3

SO whats the point in recycling the damn stuff?

2007-10-13 22:13:21 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous