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10 Technologies Used in Green Construction
What exactly is green construction technology? Visit HowStuffWorks and learn the 10 technologies used in green construction.
Intricate Ice Caves in Antarctica May Harbor Unique Life
On the surface, Antarctica may seem like a barren landscape. But underneath, in massive ice caves, life may be abundant.
How to Turn Up Hot Water Heater
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You probably don't give your water heater much thought until your shower goes cold but it's an important appliance in your home. If your water heater's temperature is off, you'll want to learn how it works, including how to turn up your hot water heater.
5 Innovative Greenhouses
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Greenhouses are undoubtedly an integral part of humanity's future. Check out these 5 innovative greenhouses to see the future of green gardening.
Travel the World: New Zealand Geography
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Exercise your brain with this quiz about New Zealand's natural wonders. How far can you go to peel back layers of time and reveal the secrets of this magical place? Nowhere on Earth is like these islands that sit atop the Ring of Fire.
How Does a Heat Pump Work?
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Heat pumps use a small amount of energy to move heat from one place to another. They serve a dual purpose; they can use that heat transfer to cool a home as well. But is one right for your home?
How Air Conditioners Work
Air conditioning has fundamentally changed how people experience the world. When it's hot outside, walking into an air-conditioned house is like walking into another season. How do air conditioners keep us cool?
Could we harvest energy from earthquakes?
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Fossil fuels, including coal, oil and natural gas, supply the bulk of the world's energy demand. Wind, the sun and nuclear energy are ascending sources of power worldwide. Could we tap into the power from earthquakes?
Top 10 Green Technologies for the Home
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Green technologies for the home include more than just solar heaters and rain barrels. Learn about the top 10 green technologies for the home.
Everyone's on the Hunt for the Element Lithium
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The element lithium is one of just three created during the Big Bang and has been used for mental health care for decades. But now it's in higher demand than ever before.