Preparing for a warmer winter
Although it might seem as if summer has only just ended, there is a definite chill in the air now, which is a timely warning that the colder weather of winter is not too far away. It is a good idea to prepare for the cold now, preparing the house and getting everything sorted in…
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Climate change: what you need to know
The planet is getting hotter; there is clear evidence of this all around us. In fact, temperatures have risen by 1 C, which is a huge increase when considered on a worldwide scale. This phenomenon is known as global warming and is caused by climate change, but does it just mean that we can look forward…
DIY Energy: generating renewable energy in your own home
Renewable energy is quite the buzzword now, with more and more people looking into alternative ways to meet their electricity needs in their homes. We are finally realising that fossil fuel consumption cannot continue at the current rate ad infinitum if we want the world to survive in its current state for future generations and…
How to make money from solar energy
There is much talk at the moment of finding new ways to make money to either replace or supplement household income. Ideas from selling unwanted clothes on eBay to making and selling craft gifts online abound, however, these do not always generate larger sums of money. More and more people who want to think a…
Cold Front: preparing your house for winter
Now that the weather is turning colder, it is time to start thinking about how to stay warm and keep our homes protected from winter hazards. A little time spent preparing now, and a little money spent on home insulation will reap dividends later on when your home stays warm, efficient and a comforting haven…