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5 Ways to Clean and Decontaminate Soil

The Environmental Blog

To keep your landscaping looking great, soil health and cleanliness are essential components. Contaminated or unhealthy soil can lead to unpleasant odors, water contamination, and damage to vegetation. Fortunately, there are simple ways to take steps toward cleaning and decontaminating the soil in your yard.

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Tender – Innovative industrial applications of geothermal heating and cooling

ThinkGeoEnergy

The European Commission has listed an upcoming tender on “Innovative applications/integration of geothermal heating and cooling in industry.” Activities are required to assess the environmental sustainability of geothermal heating and/or cooling applications.

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How to Build an Eco-Friendly Home

The Environmental Blog

When constructed properly, it can help lessen pollution and allow you to enjoy savings on water and energy usage, and it can increase the value of your home. For areas that need more light than usual, try using pure or cool white energy-efficient light bulbs. A well-designed lawn can also prevent soil erosion and water runoff.

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Healthy Trees = Healthy Environment

The Environmental Blog

Trees have been shown to increase your property value, but they also can help you save money on cooling costs in the summer, if they’re large enough to cast shade onto your home. Trees can also prevent soil erosion and water run-off, keeping your lawn in good condition. What kind of soil do you have?

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How to Reduce Packaging Waste

The Environmental Blog

It’s no secret that pollution and waste are big problems in today’s world. Here’s why: Less Pollution When we use less packaging, we create less pollution. But if we use less packaging, we use less energy and make less pollution. Let the granola cool and put it in a nice glass.

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9 Environmental Advantages Of Fabric Structures

The Environmental Blog

This reduces the negative effects caused by cooling and heating systems. The structures also allow cool air without having to use air conditioners that require electricity. Reduced Pollution And Interference Of Day-To-Day Activities During Installation. This will also provide a covering to avoid soil or wind erosion.

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Ginkgo Sustainability and Green Business Bureau Partner to Provide Living Wall and Living Roof Solutions to Businesses

Green Business Bureau

Reduce urban heat island and noise pollution. Provide insulation and reduce cooling loads. Soil-Based Green Wall Systems. Increase connectivity to natural environment. Improve physical and mental health of residence. Benefits of Living Roofs. Increase lifespan of roof membrane. Reduce stormwater run-off. Service Descriptions.