August 11, 2009 :: l.johr :: No Comment Yet
Instead of going on a cruise this year or flying off to dream-like destinations, more people are choosing to tour locally. No matter what constitutes ‘local’, there are likely enough interesting and stimulating activities to last a few hours or a few days’ worth of leisurely investigation. Finding a new restaurant, park or museum will not only help boost the local economy, but it might also help to boost your spirits while saving some money.
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August 13, 2008 :: l.johr :: Comments Off
Geothermal energy is increasingly being touted by scientists and researchers as one of the most efficient and environmentally friendly sources of power available. Currently, geothermal sources supply enough energy, 2,800 megawatts, to run 2.8 million American homes.
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September 23, 2007 :: l.johr :: Comments Off
The race to tap large quantities of underground, geothermal energy is heating up. In a recent bid to solve their country’s demand for clean energy, the Swiss are digging deep, and the Earth is responding. A scientist at MIT, in the US, says 40% of US geothermal sources could power the entire country’s energy needs in excess of 56,000 times.
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