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‘Talking About Green’
Countdown of the Top 3 Celebri-trees
April 20th, 2012 
Tushar Mathur Ever wondered which trees are the most famous?
Me neither, but nevertheless, I have researched and come to the conclusion that there is a need and hopefully a want for a list of trees that stand out as superstars.
And which are just B-list celebri-trees that should get the axe?
Fun Facts On Solar Power
February 6th, 2012 Tushar Mathur For generations, fossil fuels have generated the electricity required which enables us to turn on the TV, press play on the stereo, pull a cold beer from the fridge, jump in the shower, surf the internet, and do a hundred and other one things we take for granted in a world governed by convenience and technology.
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Honda Civic Beats 2012 Green Car Competitors
December 17th, 2011 Tushar Mathur 
Honda Civic Beats 2012 Green Car Competitors
Each year the race is on to create automobiles that are more fuel-efficient and cost-effective than their predecessors, especially with the marketplace for green cars growing as consumers look for ways to save money while reducing their carbon footprint. And the Green Car Journal has chronicled the advancement of this eco-friendly undertaking since 2005 by bestowing the title of Green Car of the Year on the vehicle that best embodies what it means to be an environmentally responsible driver in an era of global warming. The competition was stiff, but the Honda Civic Natural Gas won the award, beating out a heavyweight lineup that included the Ford Focus Electric, the Mitsubishi i-Miev, the Toyota Prius v, and the Volkswagen Passat TDI (diesel). Thanks to a prestigious panel of judges (including Carroll Shelby, Carl Pope, Frances Bienecke, and even Jay Leno) the Honda took home the prize. And here are some of the features that helped this green car to win.
- Alternative fuel. The Honda Civic hybrid has been in production for nearly a decade now, but the inclusion of a compressed natural gas (CNG) engine seems to have made all the difference. This source of fuel is notably greener than regular gasoline in that it reduces carbon emissions by up to 20%. That may not sound significant, but when paired with a partially electric engine it just increases a driver’s ability to do his/her part for cleaner air, lower emissions, and a planet that is habitable for future generations.
- Cost. Honda has long been associated with cars that are just as friendly for the wallet as they are for the environment, and this little number is no exception. With a price point that starts around $26,000, it is fairly affordable (especially when stacked up against green competitors). But drivers of this eco-friendly vehicle will also pay less at the pump, thanks to fuel prices that generally run about a third less than the standard fare.
- Domestic support. Most Americans have a tough time buying American products for two reasons. First, they tend to be more expensive than imports (strange, but true). And second, it can be difficult to find made-in-America options. Not so with the Honda Civic. Not only is it a car that is manufactured in the United States, but the natural gas fuel that it runs on is found in abundance in America, making it a home-grown product that continues to support local businesses.
- Range. While fully electric vehicles may beat the Civic in terms of environmental friendliness, the practicality of a vehicle cannot be overlooked, and many electric cars simply can’t compete with hybrids. The Civic, for its part, offers an estimated range of 240 miles on a full tank, which means it can go about 2 ½ times the distance of even the best of its electric brethren.
- Industry-leading advances. The Green Car Journal has made it their mission to “showcase environmental progress in the auto industry”. To that end they are seeking eco-friendly automobiles that are both progressive and practical. While they didn’t exactly perform an auto insurance comparison, check registration fees, or look into maintenance costs, they did choose a vehicle that is functional and affordable for most drivers while offering eco-friendly incentives that go above and beyond industry standards. That’s why it was chosen over the competition as the Green Car of the Year for 2012.
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Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road?
December 9th, 2011 Tushar Mathur With today’s trend toward going green, one unique and exciting project is to raise chickens. Though it may sound like a lot of work, personal chickens can help the environment, help maintain a healthy lifestyle and teach social responsibility.
Just like any pet, chickens can have names and tags, called poultry leg bands, to identify them.
The Environmental Impact of Throwing Dead Batteries into the Trash
November 30th, 2011 Tushar Mathur We live in an era in which consumption is first. We consume everything, with great frenzy. Among the millions of necessary products for modern human being, are the batteries. Our landfills are full with hundreds of millions of dead batteries. Yes, we are able to replace the cu trees but, what about the hundreds of millions of batteries that poison our environment.
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Protecting the Ocean’s Unloved: Endangered Sharks
October 11th, 2011 Tushar Mathur Environmentalists have long been concerned with protecting life in the oceans. The effort to protect the majestic whales has been going on almost since Herman Melville wrote Moby Dick. When people learned that adorable dolphins were being caught in tuna nets, a large public outcry helped change the practices of the tuna fishing industry.
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Get your home ready for winter
September 16th, 2011 Tushar Mathur In January, the U.S.was gripped by one of the coldest winters on record, with temperatures in some parts of the country falling as low as -50F. As another winter approaches, households are advised to prepare their homes for winter, a task that can be made more affordable by considering savings at moneysupermarket.
Eco-Friendly Board Games
August 13th, 2011 Tushar Mathur 
In this day and age it is rare to find people who regularly play board games. Most are more interested in testing the next big thing in massive multiplayer online games (MMOs), like FarmVille, FrontierVille, CityVille, GagaVille, or whatever new craziness Zynga decides to post on Facebook. Or they’re glued to their phones, trying to crush elaborate constructions of wood and cinderblocks with nothing but a slingshot and a few disgruntled fowl. In short, the modern gamer likes it electronic. But that doesn’t mean that there aren’t still scads of board games being produced to meet the entertainment needs of a new generation. And if you’re interested in finding some for the whole family that not only provide for hours of fun, but also do something good for the environment, then you’re in luck. There are quite a few eco-friendly board games prepared to meet your demands.
- Xeko. For anyone who enjoys complex card games like Magic: the Gathering and Yuh-Gi-Oh, this game will be right up your alley. You start by selecting a mission in Madagascar, Costa Rica, or Indonesia (each is a different version of the game and comes in its own box with board/map and cards). Players use cards in combination to save endangered ecosystems while learning about local ecology. The game is suitable for kids 10 and over and expansion card packs can be purchased separately.
- Garden-Opoly. If you guessed from the name that this board game is a spinoff of the classic Monopoly, you would be correct. Instead of buying property in the city, you purchase the deeds to gardens, which you populate with greenhouses (rather than hotels). And while you won’t have to worry about property tax or going to jail, you can expect aphids, dandelions, and water bills to pop up occasionally. You can also pick up alternate versions such as Bug-Opoly, Farm-Opoly, and Ocean-Opoly, amongst others in the series.
- A Beautiful Place. This cooperative game will appeal to many parents not only for its eco-friendly theme, but also for the fact that it encourages players to work together for a unified goal rather than engaging in competitive behavior. The gist of it is that Earth has been damaged by pollution and the players must try to return it to a natural state of beauty. Even better than the game itself is the fact that its components are made from recycled paper products, soy-based inks, water-based glues, and safe paints.
- Plan Toys Eco Recycling Game. This one is for the younger tots (pre-school age) and all the pieces are made from eco-friendly materials (recycled, chemical-free, and water-based) with the added purpose of minimizing waste in manufacturing. The goal of the game is for players to get rid of all of their tokens first.
- The Yoga Garden Game. If you want to incorporate exercise into your game time with the kids, this is a great way to go. You’ll practice simple yoga moves while learning about plants and animals, and kids are encouraged to plant their own gardens.
If you’ve grown bored with your MMOs and RPGs, and the free roulette game that drew you to online gambling have dried up, then perhaps it’s time to go retro by trying out a new slate of board games that are played in the real world (without the use of electronic devices). With the addition of green sensibilities, you can not only enjoy the fun of spending quality time with your family, but also teach your kids about conservation and environmentalism.
Selecting Eco-Friendly Furniture for Your Home
May 30th, 2011 Tushar Mathur 
From bed-knobs and bar-rails to couches, chairs, and cabinets, every piece of furniture in your home has the potential to do less harm to the Earth. Whether these items are made from recycled materials, manufactured with cleaner, greener processes, or purchased used in order to give them a second life, every single stick that supports you or your stuff can be in keeping with your environmental sensibilities.
