Summer is over. Kids are back in school. You’re back at work. You’re bored at work. You’re already in need of something – anything - to break up the monotony. Enter Plan A: the weekend get-away! Here at Eco-Centric, we’re liking that idea, too, and we’re here to show you...
As environmental concerns become increasingly prevalent around the globe, it’s no surprise that politicians are proposing more and more legislation (as well as making numerous campaign promises) that center around sustainability. When President Obama took office in 2007, one of...
We see the confused stares. Many of you may be curious as to what an introduction to “nuclear energy” is doing on an eco-conscious blog. Let us put it in perspective… While nuclear energy has long been touted as a no-go for environmentalists, some scientists now argue that...
So, you thought you were done with pop quizzes after high school, huh? If you’ve been following us here at Eco-Centric – specifically our series on alternative/renewable energy sources - we’re curious about your energy IQ. Take our short quiz, below, to test your knowledge on...
When it comes to renewable energy, many of us have already heard of the most popular sources, such as solar or wind power. But did you know that renewable energy can be harnessed from other natural resources and occurrences, such as the heat of the Earth and even the movement...
As scientists begin digging deeper into the possibilities for renewable energy, they look to the sun, the wind, and other renewable options for cleaner, greener sources. Another possibility may be right beneath our feet -- geothermal energy. In our discussions on renewable...
Dylan’s famous lyrics may have been on to something. Is the answer blowing in the wind? Proponents of wind power sure think so! So, what exactly is wind power, how does it work, and what makes it a “green” option for producing energy? Below, we’ve compiled a brief introduction...
More and more scientists, politicians, and experts agree: climate change is a real issue. An even more frightening finding? Humans appear to be at fault for much of it. A few weeks ago, we covered some of the main sources of the human cause of climate change. It’s important to...
We’re taking recycling beyond plastic and paper! After all, recycling is one of the easiest ways to reduce your carbon footprint and offset carbon emissions – enabling you to help reduce the effects of climate change and global warming. A few weeks ago, we discussed some...
Last week, we showed you a quick and easy way to calculate your carbon footprint. Was your number higher than expected? Cutting down on paper use is one of the easiest ways to lower your carbon footprint. In fact, in today’s electronic world, there’s almost no excuse for...
