Countries, be it urban or rural communities, are always in need of clean water. As human beings we need clean water to survive, but this means pouring chemicals into water in order to kill bacteria. These chemicals in turn are not always healthy to us, nor is it to our … Read more
A portable water heater is, quite simply, a means of ensuring one has hot water wherever one goes, especially in places where heat is a rare commodity. It is perfect for use in camping, fishing, and other outdoor activities where the nearest electrical outlet could be miles away. In areas … Read more
We are all cautious about what we eat and drink and this is no different when it comes to our homes’ drinking water. If you, like so many other people feel that your drinking water is not clean enough, due to its taste or actual water test results, you will … Read more
These days there are so many different waters; tap, spring, mineral, distilled, even greywater. What, then is purified water? In general terms, purified water means the water has gone through a process to make it potable, or safe to drink. It is an over-arching category that indicates there was a … Read more
Tank-less or “on demand” hot water heaters are becoming more popular in America. These gas-heated models take up less space than the large water heaters we’re used to and heat water as you need it, as opposed to keeping a supply of water continuously heated, which saves energy. These models … Read more
Africa is generally known as a continent stricken by a poor economical climate despite being rich with natural resources. Food shortages occur on a regular basis and many people rely on the help offered by the United Nations, multi-nationals, and NGOs. Somalia is one of the countries in Africa severely … Read more
Many of us have the privilege of opening a tap and water comes out. It is an everyday thing for us and we are used to this luxury. But, have you ever wondered how the water coming from your kitchen tap is treated so that we are able to drink … Read more
Aquaponics is defined as “the integration of aquaculture (the raising of marine animals, such as fish) with hydroponics; the waste products from the fish are treated and then used to fertilize hydroponically growing plants”. Aquaponic Farm Simply put, aquaponics is a recycling system, it mimics the natural system of our … Read more
Upcycled clothing might sound like some ridiculous new fashion trend, but it is simply put the recycling up your old, out-dated clothing. If you are creative and pretty good with a needle, this is most definitely for you. With upcycled clothing you either revamp an old jean by adding something … Read more
The contamination of our rivers, ponds, lakes and seas is brought about by many different means. Our modern day lifestyles attack the natural, water eco-system from all directions. One of the most highly reported causes of water pollution is probably the washing of waste chemicals from industry straight into rivers … Read more
Canvas is used in so many things, it’s hard to think of all the things we depend on it for. Even for outdoor applications, which is only one portion of how we utilize this wonderful material, we find a wide range of places and ways in which canvas makes itself … Read more
Rainwater harvesting is the collection and storage of rainwater; in countries or regions that have low rainfall it’s a significant method of supplementing water supplies. In many less developed societies rainwater is often the main source of drinking water,[1]so rainwater collection is vital. Catchment structures dating back to 3000 BC … Read more
Water is a precious resource, and not just in developing nations. the West coast of America regularly suffers drought conditions, Australia has only just emerged from a drought which lasted over a decade; and even in the UK, changing rainfall patterns have meant that parts of the SE England are … Read more
The first time I read this headline, I had this image of a makeshift shower with a plastic bag for water, trapped in my mind. I started to imagine how such a contraption might work and even came up with a few designs myself. Much to my surprise, the image … Read more
he importance of water cannot be made clear enough. We use it in production processes, in the cultivation of land and for human survival. Water Water is a valuable resource, one that we cannot renew or replace with anything else. Just about three quarters of the world is covered in … Read more