How can I dispose of digital equipment that is obsolete or needing to be replaced, such as computer, TV, DVD player and phone?
In Pinellas County the Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Center (HEC3), in the “proper disposal” place for all televisions, outdated computer equipment, VCRs, DVD players, and obsolete cell phones that contain heavy metals and materials that can be harmful to the envir ...
- I just saw a news story that said the air in my house is dirtier than outside air. How can I make my indoor air quality better for my family?
Since the average person spends approximately 90% of their time indoors, it is important to take a closer look at the areas or items that may compromise the quality of your indoor air environment. Depending on the level of exposure to certain indoor air pollutants, acute or chronic health conce ...
- I think I want to start bicycling to work. Is there any group in Tampa Bay I can get more information or support from?
Yes, there is a very active group Tampa BayCycle. By visiting there webpage below you can connect to cycling clubs in your area, take part in commuter miles contests, and find out about bike safety, bikes on buses, and emergency rides home. Additional Resource http://www.tampabaycycle.com/homepa ...
- What is Eco-Friendly?
Eco-Friendly, as well as eco-smart, eco-healthy, etc. refers to products and practices that are not harmful to the environment. The root, Eco- is from the Greek ‘oikos’ which means house. Therefore words like ecology, ecosystem, ecotype, etc. are involved with the “house” ...
- What is globalization?
Globalization is a complex idea that involves the economic, environmental and social interactions among the nations of the world.There are perceived benefits as well as problems with items such as international trade and investment, resource allocation, and social parity.To fully understand this ...
- What is Sustainability?
Sustainability is the shift toward behaviors and practices which are economically viable, environmentally sound, and socially equitable. These behaviors and practices meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs Additional Resources ...
- What is ecological footprint?
It is a resource management tool that measures how much land and water area a human population requires to produce the resources it consumes and to absorb its waste under prevailing technology. By measuring the ecological footprint we can assess if we have enough capacity on the planet to sustai ...
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