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Holy Water Reflections
Nature Conservancy - Science
DECEMBER 5, 2018
A faith leader’s views on clean water and why his faith community partnered with The Nature Conservancy. Ideas Water
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Aloe Vera Water Recipe
Hug a Tree with Me
MAY 19, 2014
By blending the Aloe Vera flesh with water and lemon, the texture loosens, making it a more drinkable consistency. Aloe Vera Water Recipe: Ingredients and Equipment: 1 cup of fresh Aloe Vera flesh. 2 cups of filtered water.
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DIY watering can
Green (Living) Review
JUNE 20, 2018
by Michael Smith (Veshengro) Transform a milk jug into a watering can This project will have you saving your milk container to create a kid- friendly watering can. Children love to water plants. This DIY watering can with a rose head could be the ideal solution.
Water Feature Visitors
10,000 Birds
SEPTEMBER 21, 2017
We have a small water feature off our back porch. It’s probably about 300 square feet in size, holding maybe 2000 gallons of water. In addition to nest boxes around the property and bird feeders in the yard, the water feature is our most efficient wildlife magnet.
Experimenting with Water Funds + Behavior Change
Nature Conservancy - Science
APRIL 10, 2019
Can targeted, farm-level recommendations spark adoption at the scale needed to ensure the city of Nairobi a sustainable water supply? From the Field Ideas Agriculture Nature-based Solutions Soil Science TNC Science Water
Water pricing (sigh)
Environmental Economics
OCTOBER 16, 2014
Eduardo Porter: Water is far too cheap across most American cities and towns. But what’s worse is the way the United States quenches the thirst of farmers, who account for 80 percent of the nation’s water consumption and for whom water costs virtually nothing.
5 Ways To Use Air-Conditioner Water
Green Prophet
SEPTEMBER 2, 2019
If you run an air conditioner, you have a source of water. Considered grey water, the condensation dripping from the a/c drain hose is free of chlorine, fluoride, salt and chemicals found in tap or pool water. No need to buy distilled water for your iron; you can get it free.
More on pricing water
Environmental Economics
APRIL 8, 2015
Public appeals for reductions in energy and water use are ubiquitous. For political and jurisdictional reasons, it is often easier to mount a conservation campaign than raise energy or water prices in times of scarcity.
Diet Water
Green (Living) Review
SEPTEMBER 12, 2014
Water, is water, is water. So how can you have “diet water”? Well, water does. Any potable, that is to say, drinkable, water. There is no such thing as “Diet Water”. green living green living tips water
Why Filter Your Water?
Green Home Blog
MARCH 22, 2012
Why Filter Your Water? What's in Your Water? Most of us are fortunate enough to have easy access to treated water, but is the water that comes from our taps really safe? water supplies. Common contaminants in tap water. How can I make sure my water is clean?
VOSS Water
Green (Living) Review
JUNE 23, 2016
This is water, period, however much you wish to wrap it up in a designer bottle. The Voss water (or VOSS, if they had their way) is named after an unrelated Norwegian town and the water in the bottle is said to come from Iveland, in Southern Norway, and is supposed to be very special.
Sharing Water: How I Met the MacGyvers of Water Use
Nature Conservancy - Science
MARCH 21, 2018
From the Field Agriculture Endangered Species Native Plants Ranching Research WaterConservationists at The Nature Conservancy and the U. Forest Service are improving spring boxes so that ranchers can easily “turn off the faucet” when they’re not using it.
Nature Can Be Cost Effective for Improving Urban Water Supplies
Nature Conservancy - Science
APRIL 2, 2019
In the first rigorous, peer-reviewed study on water fund Return on Investment (ROI) for cities in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest, TNC scientists examine the Camboriú Water Fund and show that nature can be a cost-effective solution for improving urban water supplies and […].
Your Water on Drugs
Nature Conservancy - Science
FEBRUARY 23, 2017
The Clean Water Act focused on water pollution from human sewage outflow, which has now been markedly reduced across the nation. Later we realized that the effective control of water pollution also demands removal of nitrogen and phosphorus, derived from sewage degradation.
How Clay Jugs Make Polluted Water Safe
Green Prophet
OCTOBER 14, 2018
Cool, fresh drinking water. Westerners turn the faucet on and take it for granted that good water will flow out, but in many countries fresh water is a treasure, gained by hard work. But the water obtained may not be safe to drink. Cities health sustainable design water
Epiphany: Science, Faith and Clean Water
Nature Conservancy - Science
DECEMBER 5, 2018
From the Field Water“As a conservationist, I have come to appreciate that faith leaders and people of faith are an important component of the environmental conservation movement.”.
Bottom Line on Bottled Water
Living Green & Saving Energy
AUGUST 17, 2011
Bottled water drinkers: I hope you are sitting down. Most consumers of bottled water think that their favorite aqueous refresher comes from a special place like a mountain spring or other natural source. easy green living tip how to go green saving water bottled water purified waterAfter all, the bottles have nice pictures of mountains and fast flowing streams. The names are very natural and pure-sounding, like Poland [.].
Launch of "Water Is." Celebrates Our Connection With Water
The Alien Next Door
JUNE 17, 2016
Abbas Jivaji offers smudging in water blessing On June 12th, Councillor Jim Tovey, Mississauga Nation knowledge keeper Nancy Rowe and others helped me celebrate the launch of my long-awaited book "Water Is." with a water blessing of Mimico Creek and various water-engaging activities.
Save Money Using Solar Hot Water Systems
Living Green & Saving Energy
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
solar energy solar panels benefits of solar panels solar water heating Everyone wants to make their money last longer and provide for more. Bills are going up. In fact, it seems that everything is going up except salaries.
Water Rail at midday
10,000 Birds
FEBRUARY 11, 2017
As we crossed the bridge over the outflow from the lake in Mote Park, I glanced downstream and right in the middle of the flow on a mat of tangled debris, sat a Water Rail, Rallus aquaticus. As we watched, the rail skipped into the water and made its way to the edge.
Solar Hot Water Heaters
Green Home Blog
APRIL 23, 2012
Solar Hot Water Heaters. One of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to make this change is with a solar water heater. Check out Apricus Solar Water Heaters , a Connecticut-based company that’s putting the sun’s energy to work for you. Why get a solar water heater? The EPA estimates that around 20% of all home energy use goes to heating water. Solar water heaters will also reduce your home energy bills.
Saving water
Green (Living) Review
JUNE 17, 2012
Saving water, during a drought and in general by Michael Smith (Veshengro) “Don't rush to flush if it's only a pee” was the water saving eco-advice given in a booklet produced by the office of the Mayor of London under Ken Livingstone and this is a good advice. Using less water in our homes (and elsewhere) is not only good environmental practice, it also makes financial sense, especially if you are on a water meter.
Simple Chamomile and Rose Water Facial Toner Recipe
Hug a Tree with Me
FEBRUARY 10, 2014
The simple toner recipe below combines chamomile tea with pure rose water. Rose water is the derivative of rose petals and distilled water – it provides a gentle cleanse while balancing the skin’s PH. Simple Chamomile and Rose Water Facial Toner Recipe.
What is Your Water Footprint?
Green Home Blog
NOVEMBER 26, 2012
What is Your Water Footprint? A water footprint, the new kid on the block, is pretty much the same in terms of average monthly or yearly use. And you can’t reduce the regional impact of water by saving it in another place. Does running water improve the process?
3 Ways To Avoid Water Waste At Home
Living Green & Saving Energy
AUGUST 14, 2014
California has just imposed the most stringent restrictions on water use in its history, so a reminder about ways to conserve water is timely. More than 70 percent of planet Earth is water. But do you know that less than 1 percent of all the water on earth is fresh water that we can actually consume? easy green living tip saving water conserve water save water sustainable water use
Diseases Caused by Water Pollution
Greentumble
AUGUST 16, 2018
We need to drink water. We also need clean water with which to wash viruses, bacteria and chemicals from our food and from our skin. And yet, around over 1 billion people do not have access to improved drinking water sources and around 2.4 Water-washed diseases.
Watermark: the Meaning of Water.
The Alien Next Door
OCTOBER 3, 2013
Xiaolangdi Dam, China Water has been on my mind a lot lately. It changed the way I look at water; I recall being fascinated by the sheer magnitude and power of it. It changed the way I look at water. The mark that water has left on me has been great. We are water.
Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act Symposium in Journal of Economic Perspectives
Environmental Economics
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
The most recent issue of the Journal of Economic Perspectives features a three-article symposium on the 50th anniversary of the Clean Air and Clean Water Acts. " In the third article , David Keiser and Joseph Shapiro study the CWA and the Safe Drinking Water Act.
How to Filter Water at Home
Green Home Blog
MARCH 22, 2012
How to Filter Water at Home. Thanks to modern water treatment methods, most of us can turn on the faucet, start a load of laundry, or jump in the shower without worrying about where our water comes from. Water Filter - Reverse Osmosis.
Warka Water towers pull drinking water out of thin air
Green Prophet
DECEMBER 11, 2014
Italian architect Arturo Vittori and his colleague Andreas Vogler designed a low-tech machine that can produce between 50 and 100 liters of clean drinking water daily, without electrical equipment and independent of land-based water sources.
Water Pollution Facts, Causes, Effects & Solutions
Greentumble
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
With water and then sunlight, came life. Human bodies are 60 percent water. . We need water. Our planet needs water to maintain life. Of the water that covers 70 percent of our planet, only 2.5 What is water pollution? Facts about water pollution.
Walking for Water
Conservancy Talk
MAY 8, 2013
Sarah Davidson is the International Water Policy Advisor at The Nature Conservancy. But, more importantly, it was exciting to be surrounded by people who realize water is central to the daily lives of everyone on our planet. Do you know where your water comes from ?
New Study: How Cities Can Finally Get Smart About Water
Nature Conservancy - Science
MAY 7, 2013
If the definition of insanity is making the same mistakes over and over, then many cities have taken a certifiable approach to securing their water supplies — and they need some radical therapy before taking the big economic, ecological and human hits that come with a permanent state of thirst.
Global Change and Urban/Agriculture Competition for Water
Nature Conservancy - Science
JANUARY 12, 2018
More than 1 in 4 cities could have water shortages by 2050 even if they had first priority for water. Climate Change Climate Nature + People Urban Conservation Water
Is Maple Water the new Coconut Water?
Elephant Journal
MAY 26, 2015
Waylon talks with Founder of Vertical Water, Valentina Cugnasca, about her mission to help save the trees, while providing a delicious and nutritious beverage. This beverage might be a new drink fad, but it also might provide an economic incentive to keep more trees standing.
Simple water saving tips
Green Living Tips
JULY 9, 2010
The FAO has warned that within the next 20 years, two thirds of the earth's population could face serious water shortages. There are simple things that all of us can do to reduce our water usage. Pick up some tips
WATER SAVING INSPIRATION FROM ELHO
Green (Living) Review
JULY 26, 2018
Press Release We're in the middle of a heatwave and saving tap water is becoming increasingly important. With the Pure Raindrop water barrel, doing the right thing doesn't have to be dull. Watering cans Sustainability isn't just about saving water.
100+ Ways to Conserve Water
Green Prophet
FEBRUARY 24, 2012
You don’t have to have a million-dollar set up to save water. Follow the links to 100+ simple water-saving tips. If you want to learn about recycling grey water , they’ve got you covered. Sometimes we believe in short and sweet, and this is one of those times.
Filter It: Clean Your Water Right
Green Home Blog
JANUARY 18, 2013
Filter It: Clean Your Water Right. Not long ago it was normal to fill a glass of cold, clear water from the kitchen tap for a refreshing beverage. Dangers lie hidden in many tap water systems. One of the easiest remedies for tap water safety is a filter.
Peter Steel “Grampa Gnome” protector of Canada’s Living Water – in time and on time
Green Prophet
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
Peter Steel (April 1941 to Feb 22, 2019) aged 77 was one of the world’s foremost champions for Living or raw water. Living or “raw” water is a new craze in California startups are trying to commercialise on. I drank the water and became a believer.
New Report: Blueprint for Urban Water Security
Nature Conservancy - Science
NOVEMBER 18, 2014
Cities: Investing in conserving your watershed just might help secure water for your city. It finds that, for about one in four cities around the world, investment in source watershed conservation could pay for itself in terms of avoided water treatment cost.
Keira Watering Can – Product Review
Green (Living) Review
MAY 22, 2013
Review by Michael Smith (Veshengro) The Keira watering can is of a very snazzy and funky design which is beautiful but also practical and useable. The second plus point is that the Kiera watering can looks great and works a treat.
The UN asks Pope to fight for water
Green Prophet
APRIL 2, 2019
Writing to Pope Francis, FAO’s Director-General has pointed to the need to safeguard the world’s water resources so that they can benefit every person in every country. “It is essential to guarantee adequate access to water for these vulnerable people. Cities water
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