A recent survey by the NFIB found that among more than a third of small businesses, energy costs are within their top three expenses. Keeping the lights on in your business can put a significant dent in your bottom line. It’s money that could otherwise be put towards expansion, assets, marketing and other valuable investments…
If you want to cut out any risks when launching your startup, you need to consider everything that may happen beforehand and how you may deal with it. Below are 5 key factors that you must consider before launching your startup to ensure that you are as prepared as can be. Legal Documentation Legal documentation…
If there is one thing that can be said about marketing in today’s eco-conscious world, it would be that consumers will go out of their way to do business with eco-friendly companies. With growing recognition of the fact that the earth cannot be sustained at the pace we are currently using and abusing resources, most…
Almost all electronic devices pollute the environment to a degree during manufacturing, usage, and even after being discarded. The printed circuit board isn’t an exception to that norm either, but it is certainly possible to reduce electronic waste from PCBs, by being aware of the various steps which start with the design process and end…
Renewable energy has become a large topic of discussion in our modern world. We are finally coming to terms that we’ve been living beyond our means and need to utilize more sustainable sources of power. Yet governments are slow to respond to not just the sentiment of their constituents, but to the well-being of our…
As a college student, getting a part-time job and earning an income can be a difficult thing to prioritize. When you are bound by a schedule of classes and need to make time for assignments and to study. While most students tend to opt for shift work in a retail store or a restaurant. Statistics…
In the past few years, the rate of suicide amongst farmers has doubled due to anxiety, depression, as the potato bomb exploded on them. Every year, farmers have to dispose of potatoes, and they are unable to earn profit from their production. The government is continuously neglecting this crucial issue, offering no aid to farmers.…
A school is a diverse place. Every student comes from a different background, with different experiences. One way or another, a school will have students who come from low-income homes. Such students are at a disadvantage because they lack the academic support that their counterparts from middle- and high-income families get. Majority of students from…
How annoying is it that everywhere you turn, regardless of what you want to buy, there’s some sort of tax to be paid? I know, it could be infuriating to actually calculate the amount of money spent on tax. Instead of moaning in anger about how the government is ripping you off, how about you…
There are two energy crisis affecting you right now. The first crisis is one that’s happening globally. With third world countries that have massive populations purchasing appliances like air conditioners and refrigerators, total energy consumption is set to far outpace what current energy infrastructure is built to accommodate. The second crisis is happening in your…
Energy is one of the biggest costs a household can have as more often than not. Once the family is all at home, there are showers on, televisions blaring and ovens cooking food, and they all rely on energy. When money becomes tight, increasing energy prices can cause a pinch on your finances, but with…
Going green at your home can be a challenging task if all of your family members aren’t committed to doing so, such as your kids. Be glad to know there are a few tips that will help you to get your kids to feel motivated to be more eco-friendly at home. As the parent and…
Working from home is on the rise whether this is an employee working remotely or a self-employed individual working out of their house. It is easy, flexible and less stressful to work from the comfort of your own home and it is easy to see more and more people opt for remote working in the…
Climate change is at the forefront of everyone’s mind. It is at the head of future innovation, and it one goal we all need to collectively address in order to save our civilizations from catastrophe. It is also a great way to reduce costs and to help conscious consumers choose you over your competition. Don’t…
Most people these days try and be environmentally conscious where they can and aim to reduce their carbon emissions in lots of different ways. From recycling through to using energy saving LED light bulbs and other energy efficient technologies in the homes, many eco-friendly things have now become a standard part of life for a…