A very necessary institution

posted by Focused on February 17, 2012 @ 2:29 pm in ENVIRONMENT

Jamaica is known around the world for its natural beauty. Unfortunately, Jamaica has suffered from damage caused to its environment. I came across a very refreshing video highlighting the work being done by the Jamaica Environment Trust. What kind of life can one really enjoy if  we don't respect

Stadiums can go green too

posted by Focused on December 1, 2010 @ 5:22 pm in ENVIRONMENT

Stadiums, as you can imagine, consume a lot of energy during events. Because of the cost of energy, promoters of events held in stadiums can find it hard to break even regardless of whether they manage to sell all tickets. If the event is held at night, lighting is necessary and will cost a fortune. Even

Cities going green: Tokyo's example

posted by Focused on October 27, 2010 @ 8:06 am in ENVIRONMENT

One of the effects that urbanization has had on the environment is the destruction of the Earth’s ecosystem. Many cities have grown in population size resulting in an increased population density. As more buildings were built, more natural habitats were destroyed. Today, humanity faces the

New forms of fuel

posted by Focused on September 28, 2009 @ 12:20 pm in ENVIRONMENT

                 Since the first oil crisis in the 1970s , concern has risen with regards to modern society’s consumption of crude oil and the way in which most countries depend on it to fuel their cars. Crude oil

Reasons for having healthy lawns

posted by Focused on July 26, 2009 @ 6:31 pm in ENVIRONMENT

            Apart from beautifying both public and private properties, a well-maintained lawn has many other benefits. Here are some of them:   Lawns create a relaxing atmosphere, they have a powerful effect on people in terms of creating