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Around the world the consumption of energy is quickly gaining on the production of energy. It’s a global problem and getting worse every year. This has forced some countries to go as far as pushing through legislation and new laws banning the sale of the old style, incandescent light bulbs in favor of the new options that are on the market, including florescent bulbs. It will soon be impossible in the EU and it already is illegal in the United S… Read more

Major cities across the globe are some of the biggest users (and wasters) of electricity. Billions of kilowatt hours every day are wasted, especially in high-rise buildings that keep lights on for safety. The cost to these cities, and to the environment, is enormous to say the least, and has been studied with keen interest for over 40 years as scientists look for ways to cut down on the cost and on the waste. Enter into the equation the new LE… Read more

D.I.Y. by Arounna Khounnoraj of Bookhou A DIY Hanging Lamp is one of the best ways to add a unique touch to your home. Before you get started, there are a few items you will need. Make certain you gather all of your materials and have the appropriate tools prior to starting your project, as this will make certain that you can finish your lamp without unwanted delays or problems. You will need: 3/4 inch wood veneer strips. Glue. Wood glue,… Read more

Most people, when they hear the word pollution, think immediately of something dirty or wasteful that can clog lungs or destroy the environment.  Hardly anyone ever considers that man-made light, given off at night, could be considered pollution, but indeed there is such a thing as ‘light pollution’. There’s even an association that has been formed to study the effects of light pollution, the International Dark-Sky Association, or IDA. This ju… Read more