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Plantora App

Fall Gardening Tips: How To Plan and Prepare - Plantora - 0 views

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  • Plantora App on 03 Sep 24
     
    Fall is thought to be one of the best seasons for gardening. In addition to providing a much-needed break from the blistering summer heat, the cool air is ideal for a variety of crops and gardening projects. However, few plant parents are conversant with the fundamentals of fall gardening. Fall gardening is simple, and you can cultivate a wide range of plants in a fall garden. To have a better and more effective fall gardening season, you must plan ahead. This blog will cover several themes to provide you with some fall gardening advice, including how to assess the status of your garden, prepare the soil, plant fall crops, protect plants from frost, tidy up your garden, winterize your area, and create plans for the upcoming season.
Benno Hansen

One man's 3-year experiment in eating organic food - all the time - International Heral... - 0 views

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shared by Benno Hansen on 03 Dec 08 - Cached
  • Dr. Alan Greene, a pediatrician
  • He chose three years as a goal because that was the amount of time it took to have a breeding animal certified organic by the U.S. Department of Agriculture
  • "Whenever you go up the food chain, the costs pile up,"
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  • "If you don't eat meat at every meal, if meat becomes more of a side dish than a centerpiece, you can fill the plate with healthy organic food for about the same price."
  • a dairy farmer who noted that livestock got sick less after a switch to organic practices
  • Three years later, he says he has more energy and wakes up earlier.
  • Now, he says, he is rarely ill. His urine is a brighter yellow, a sign that he is ingesting more vitamins and nutrients.
Jean Peterson

Playing like a true Tennis Pro - 1 views

When I first heard about synthetic grass for a tennis court, I had my doubts. But, since my son is really optimistic about the idea, so I gave it a try. The result? Playing tennis on our synthetic ...

synthetic tennis courts

started by Jean Peterson on 05 Jun 11 no follow-up yet
Plantora App

Skeleton Flower Care: A Complete Guide - Plantora - 0 views

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shared by Plantora App on 15 Dec 23 - No Cached
  • Plantora App on 15 Dec 23
     
    The Skeleton Flower, scientifically known as Diphelleia grayi, is a unique and fascinating plant known for its translucent, white petals. Native to the mountainsides of Japan, China, and the Appalachian region in the United States, the Skeleton Flower is a deciduous perennial that requires specific care to thrive. Remember that the Skeleton Flower is a unique plant, so it's important to provide the specific conditions it needs to thrive. Here's a complete guide on caring for the Skeleton Flower.
Benno Hansen

World is facing a natural resources crisis worse than financial crunch | Environment | ... - 1 views

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shared by Benno Hansen on 14 Jan 12 - Cached
  • humans are using 30% more resources than the Earth can replenish each year, which is leading to deforestation, degraded soils, polluted air and water, and dramatic declines in numbers of fish and other species
  • we are running up an ecological debt of $4tr (£2.5tr) to $4.5tr every year
  • populations and consumption keep growing faster than technology finds new ways of expanding what can be produced from the natural world
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  • by 2030, if nothing changes, mankind would need two planets to sustain its lifestyle
  • Sir David King, the British government's former chief scientific adviser, said: "We all need to agree that there's a crisis of understanding, that we're removing the planet's biodiverse resources at a rate which is as fast if not faster than the world's last great extinction."
  • 50 countries are already experiencing "moderate to severe water stress on a year-round basis"
  • 27 countries are "importing" more than half the water they consume - in the form of water used to produce goods from wheat to cotton - including the UK, Switzerland, Austria, Norway and the Netherlands.
  • A person's footprint ranges vastly across the globe, from eight or more "global hectares" (20 acres or more) for the biggest consumers in the United Arab Emirates, the US, Kuwait and Denmark, to half a hectare in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti, Afghanistan and Malawi.
  • The global average consumption was 2.7 hectares a person, compared with a notional sustainable capacity of 2.1 hectares.
  • Benno Hansen on 14 Jan 12
     
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Arabica Robusta

Open the Future: The Earth Will Be Just Fine, Thank You - 0 views

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shared by Arabica Robusta on 23 Apr 08 - Cached
  • Arabica Robusta on 23 Apr 08
     
    We sometimes make the conceptual mistake of thinking that the way the Earth's ecosystem is today is the way it will forever be, that we've somehow reached an ecological end-state. But even in an eco-conscious world, or one devoid of humans entirely, natural processes from evolution to geophysical and solar cycles would continue. The Earth's been at this for a long time, literally billions of years; from a planetary perspective, a quadrupling of atmospheric carbon lasting 10,000 years (for example) is little more than a passing blip. The fact of the matter is that, no matter how much greenhouse gas we pump into the atmosphere or how many toxins we dump into the soil and oceans, given enough time the Earth will recover. But human civilization is far more fragile.
Skeptical Debunker

Tally of Antarctic Sealife Sheds Light on Changing Climate - 0 views

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Artic life ocean climate change effects

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  • Skeptical Debunker on 03 Mar 10
     
    More than 6,000 different species living on the sea-floor have been identified so far and more than half of these are unique to the icy continent. A combination of long-term monitoring studies, newly gathered information on the marine life distribution and global ocean warming models, enable the scientists to identify Antarctica's marine "biodiversity hotspots". Researcher Griffiths describes how krill populations (the shrimp-like invertebrates eaten by penguins, whales and seals) are reducing as a result of a decrease in sea-ice cover. A much smaller crustacean (copepods) is dominating the area once occupied by them. This shifts the balance of the food web to favour predators, like jellyfish, that are not eaten by penguins and other Southern Ocean higher predators. Sea-ice reduction is also affecting penguins that breed on the ice.
Skeptical Debunker

Drivers find electric cars have enough range - Autos- msnbc.com - 0 views

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shared by Skeptical Debunker on 11 Mar 10 - No Cached
  • “I would expect the market for electrics does not depend at all on the development of a [charging] network, given the way in which these vehicles are used,” said Tom Turrentine, director of the Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Center at the University of California, Davis. Through his survey of 150 people leasing the BMW MiniE battery electric prototype last year, Turrentine discovered that its maximum range of 100 miles per charge was enough to satisfy their normal driving habits. Turrentine found that most MiniE drivers were able to drive between 80 and 100 miles per charge, which they found to be sufficient. “The vehicle meets their needs in this range,” he noted.Market research firm Frost & Sullivan also queried more than 2,000 drivers of all kinds of car nationwide and found that most feel the recharging time for an electric car's battery is acceptable. This satisfaction with the battery's range meant that drivers were able to charge conveniently at home, rather than dealing with the hassle of plugging in at work or in other public parking locations. The relative lack of these recharging locations could prove less of a deterrent to electric car acceptance than was expected, Turrentine said.
  • When Berlin, Germany, installed a public charging network, the chargers went largely unused by the city’s electric car drivers, he added. Still, electric drivers don't like the notion of getting stranded and sympathized with one another’s plight. MiniE drivers posted their locations on a Web site they shared, so if one of them found themselves far from home with a low battery, they could head to another MiniE driver’s home for some electrons to get home. The home-charging units provided with the cars can juice up a battery more quickly than just plugging into an available 120-volt outlet, getting the driver back on the road in less time. This self-organized grass-roots support network that sprung up through the use of social media is an example of how electric car test drivers have communicated with one another and with carmakers even without organized surveys like Turrentine’s. “Our customers will give us feedback anyway, whether we like it or not,” said Ulrich Kranz, head of BMW’s Project i. Even if drivers infrequently need public charging, knowing it is available provides considerable peace of mind to prospective EV buyers, according to Frost & Sullivan’s director of automotive and transportation research, Veerender Kaul.
  • Skeptical Debunker on 11 Mar 10
     
    To all those cities worrying about how they are going to get wired for electric vehicles: Fret not. "Range anxiety" may not be as acute as you think. Studies of drivers who already have electric cars are finding that they prefer the convenience of charging at home, and despite their vehicles' limited range, most are able to avoid public charging. That's good news as tightfisted states and cities prepare to deal with the transition by some drivers to battery-powered vehicles. And it's also good news for automakers who were worried that acceptance of the vehicles would depend on creating a network of charging stations, much as there are now gas stations dotting every neighborhood.
Traveller Spice

Offshore Wind Farms - 0 views

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shared by Traveller Spice on 18 May 10 - Cached
  • Traveller Spice on 18 May 10
     
    The Carbon Trust believes that offshore wind power has the potential to supply 25% of the UK's electricity by 2020. To help make this happen, the Carbon Trust launched the Offshore Wind Accelerator, a ground-breaking research and development initiative. From 2003 to 2009 some 350 offshore wind turbines have been built at the rate of one every 11 days. They currently deliver about 1GW, whereas about 29GW will be required to hit the EU's renewable target for 2020. To achieve this, a further 6,000 turbines must be built at the rate of one a day from 2010 to 2016, rising to 2.5 a day from 2017 to 2020. They will be bigger and more complicated to install, standing in up to 60m of water, in some cases more than 200km from shore.
Jean Peterson

My Artificial Sports Turf Perth Tennis Court - 1 views

I am a fanatic for tennis. That is why I decided to install a synthetic sports turf Perth as a tennis court in my lawn. And Green Planet Grass provided me the best synthetic turf Perth for my tenni...

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started by Jean Peterson on 28 Feb 11 no follow-up yet
Joelle Nebbe-Mornod

The Super Chickpea, and the silent heroes in the war against hunger. | CCAFS - 0 views

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chickpea

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  • Joelle Nebbe-Mornod on 19 Feb 11
     
    Sufficient food, but also a balanced food intake are key to battle malnutrition. Often the world's attention goes to staple foods like rice, maize or wheat. We often forget it takes other crops too, to make a balanced diet, in a global fight against hunger. Chickpeas is one of those crops, and an important one, as they make up for more than 20 percent of the world pulse production. Chickpeas contain 22-25% proteins, and 2-3 times more iron and zinc than wheat. Chickpea protein quality is better than other pulses. … So understandably, agricultural researchers, like Dr. Pooran M.Gaur, a principal scientist and chickpea breeder at ICRISAT, make continuous efforts to develop new chickpea varieties, adapted to fast changing environmental conditions. "Super Chickpeas", as it were. Bred by -what I would not hesitate to call - "super scientists", in the quiet isolation of agricultural research centers.
firozcosmolance

Kylie Jenner Just Gifted a Lamborghini to Travis Scott - Gossip Ki Galliyan - 0 views

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Kylie Jenner

shared by firozcosmolance on 03 May 19 - No Cached
  • firozcosmolance on 03 May 19
     
    Kylie Jenner just took showering love on her beloved's birthday to an altogether different level by gifting a shining new Lamborghini to Travis Scott on his 28th birthday. She started celebrating Scott's birthday five days prior to the actual birth date that is the 30th of April. Jenner saved the best gift, the silver Lamborghini worth $280K for the last and took him by surprise with the stellar birthday present. Scott, the father of Jenner's one year old daughter Stormi Webster, took to his Instagram stories for flaunting the sparkly new car with a huge red bow resting on its hood. With hearts and smiling emojis, Scott wrote, "Wifey you go in every time". Travis too is no less than Jenner. Last year, he gifted Kellie a gorgeous white Rolls Royce on her 21st birthday.
firozcosmolance

Chernobyl-What makes it a must watch? - Gossip Ki Galliyan - 0 views

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Chernobyl

shared by firozcosmolance on 14 Jun 19 - No Cached
  • firozcosmolance on 14 Jun 19
     
    HBO's latest offering 'Chernobyl'has grabbed a lot of attention in the last few days since it was released. This mini-series, co-starring Jared Harris, Emily Watson and StellanSkarsgard, is a very grave picturization of one of the worst human disasters in modern history. Written by Craig Mazin (of "The Hangover" Parts II and III fame) and directed by Johan Renck, this five-episode series brings back to life the tragic event of 1986 in erstwhile USSR and does not shy away from showing the horrors committed during that time. It gives the audience a glimpse of the events before, during and after the nuclear explosion, ill effects of which can be seen in Europe till date.
biodegradable123

Disposable bowls - 0 views

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  • biodegradable123 on 01 Mar 23
     
    Disposable bowls have been the standard for convenience and ease of use for a long time. However, the impact of this convenience on the environment has become increasingly apparent in recent years. The use of disposable bowls contributes to a large amount of waste, and the disposal of these products can take hundreds of years to decompose. Biodegradable salad bowls are a more sustainable alternative to disposable bowls, offering a range of benefits for both consumers and the environment.
  • biodegradable123 on 02 Mar 23
     
    Disposable bowls have been the standard for convenience and ease of use for a long time. However, the impact of this convenience on the environment has become increasingly apparent in recent years. The use of disposable bowls contributes to a large amount of waste, and the disposal of these products can take hundreds of years to decompose. Biodegradable salad bowls are a more sustainable alternative to disposable bowls, offering a range of benefits for both consumers and the environment.
Plantora App

Vertical Garden: How To Create and Grow One - Plantora - 0 views

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shared by Plantora App on 19 Sep 24 - No Cached
  • Plantora App on 19 Sep 24
     
    Vertical gardening is an appealing and practical choice for those looking to incorporate more greens into their daily lives. A vertical garden maximizes available space by developing plants vertically rather than outwards, therefore everybody may benefit from vertical gardening, whether they have a huge backyard or a little balcony in their apartment. This book will cover all you need to know to get started with a vertical garden, from selecting the right plants to overcoming common obstacles.
Plantora App

11 Best Fruiting Plants That Are Easy To Grow At Home - Plantora - 0 views

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  • Plantora App on 31 Dec 24
     
    Growing your fruiting plants at home is a fun and gratifying pastime that any plant parent can accomplish. Like most plants in your outdoor garden, fruit plants can provide numerous benefits. Furthermore, establishing fruiting plants is not a tough task; even beginners can do it. Fruiting plants bear edible fruits following flowering. These fruits are typically the product of pollination and contain seeds for the following generation. Fruiting plants not only produce delicious fruits, but also improve air quality and enhance your gardening experience. As a result, fruiting plants benefit both humans and the environment in which they grow. Furthermore, some fruit plants grow quickly, while others take longer, and each has unique requirements. As a result, you must understand the type of fruiting plants you intend to produce and their specific requirements. This blog has covered everything you need to know about growing fruiting plants.
ReachAMY USA

Volunteering for Nonprofit Organizations: A Pathway to Community Impact - 0 views

Volunteering has always been a cornerstone of community building, offering individuals a chance to make a tangible difference while fostering personal growth. If you’ve ever considered volunt...

Volunteering for Nonprofit Organizations ReachAMY The Importance of Benefits volunteer to help provide clean water in Africa social work opportunities

started by ReachAMY USA on 22 Jan 25 no follow-up yet
Building Inspectors Adelaide

Building Inspections For Cautious Home Buyers - 1 views

I have a friend who bought a house without getting it properly checked. It was a really good looking house in a friendly neighbourhood. My friend checked the house himself, and nothing struck him a...

started by Building Inspectors Adelaide on 11 Oct 12 no follow-up yet
Benno Hansen

Readers response: will Rio+20 make a difference to sustainable development? | Guardian ... - 0 views

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  • Rio+20 can definitely make a difference to sustainable development is by following through on the clause in the draft document which commits member states to develop an international policy framework requiring companies to publish sustainability reports
  • there is a collective learning curve, and it takes as long as it does, and that some stages have to be gone through first
  • Rio+20 will make a difference, but I think we need to combine it with habitat 2015 and the 2015 World Conference on Women as well. We need to stop thinking of some conferences as make-or-break, and instead look at how each one can move us along further.
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  • By bringing together political leaders, civil society groups and businesses, Rio+20 provides an opportunity to jumpstart a renewed commitment toward a more sustainable planet. This won't come easily-- and it's only possible if we're willing to acknowledge that the world has shifted profoundly since 1992.
  • companies are starting to see sustainability as a competitive advantage. We need to hear these stories
Benno Hansen

Big Drought Makes for a Small 'Dead Zone' - NYTimes.com - 0 views

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shared by Benno Hansen on 06 Aug 12 - No Cached
  • this summer’s hypoxic zone in the Gulf of Mexico – the oxygen-devoid area of water colloquially known as the dead zone – covers one of the smallest areas recorded since scientists began measuring the hypoxic zone in 1985
  • “Because of the massive drought in the Midwest, there’s a whole lot less fertilizer being flushed into the rivers and whole lot less water being flushed into the gulf,” said Don Scavia, an aquatic ecologist with the University of Michigan.
  • Benno Hansen on 06 Aug 12
     
    this summer's hypoxic zone in the Gulf of Mexico - the oxygen-devoid area of water colloquially known as the dead zone - covers one of the smallest areas recorded since scientists began measuring the hypoxic zone in 1985
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