Tag Archives: green living

Choosing to live in green spaces not only minimizes the strain on the environment, it delivers a host of health, economic, and social benefits. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), some of the benefits are enhanced comfort, reduced operating costs, and higher productivity levels—improving the overall quality of life. It is no wonder that […]

Outdoor pollution can create dramatic visuals — blankets of thick, brown smog covering skyscrapers or a purple haze that obscures majestic mountain peaks — but indoor pollution may be even as dangerous for your family’s health. Consider this: The Environmental Protection Agency reports that the typical American spends about 90% of his or her time […]

According to the Scientific American, a “living building” as approved by the United States Green Building Council is the new construction ideal in the United States. According to Euronews, another important web source, the world population is bound to turn 68% green by 2050, with an increased number of individuals striving to meet the criteria […]

Air conditioning hurts health and the environment: it is the result of a recent study by the University of Wisconsin-Madison. We must change our habits. Here are 5 tricks to do less of the conditioner, and cool the rooms in a natural way The summer heat often leads us to stay indoors by turning on the […]

Bigger isn’t always better. A smaller space means less consumption and less energy used. Tiny Houses are eco-friendly by nature! Let’s discover the eco-friendly features and the unique Styles of a Tiny House. When it comes to Eco Bnbs, tiny houses fit the bill. Why? Because our world is growing at a rapid rate. Our cars, […]

Women living in the countryside live longer and better, these are the surprising results of a study of T.H. Chan School of Public Health at Harvard that show that women who live surrounded by greenery have a lower mortality rate of 12% compared to those living in cities. The study lasted 8 years and involved little […]

Holland is a small country, so the Dutch bought most of our food abroad for centuries. As in the wet grounds, Holland has to offer only potatoes, corn and beetroots to grow easily. For this Holland went overseas to buy fruits, vegetables and much more. But what means a green living for the Dutch people? […]