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51. Greener Deliveries: The Future Of Courier Services In The Age Of The Environment January 11, 2022 In the last decade, online shopping has become the norm as more and more people take advantage of next day delivery and international shipping options from the comfort of their own home. Gone are the days where your parents had to scour the shops searching for the one Christmas present you really wanted. Nowadays, everything we could possibly want or need is just a finger click away. Products from other countries and cultures that before were only available if you went on holiday, are now being shipped all over the world. During the COVID-19 pandemic, more people than ever started s... (read more) Author: Alex Belsey

52. Climate Change and Rainwater Harvesting January 11, 2022 Climate Change and Rainwater Harvesting Global Climate Change is the major issue facing our planet as a result of the increase in carbon dioxide due to the increase in use of fossil fuels to drive our sources of energy. As temperatures rise, the water cycle gets negatively affected. Experts tell us that for every 1°F increase in temperature, 4 % more water will evaporate. This means that over land and sea where there is water, more water will evaporate as the temperature rises while over desert-type areas, the temperature rises causing the area to become dryer and hotter. W... (read more) Author: Adam Petford

53. How To Improve Your Mood By Changing Your Surroundings September 22, 2021 It is said that we are made of everything that surrounds us, and I believe these words to hold utmost importance and truth. Everything that is around you affects you in every possible way, physically, emotionally and spiritually. The same thing is explained in Chinese culture; the concept of Feng Shui explains that everything and everyone has their own energy and affects you in different ways, some things have great negative energy that reduces the positivity and happiness around you and takes your mental peace away. In the same way, the things and people who have more good power affect you in... (read more) Author: Pushpa Srivastava

54. Comparison of Precipitation Measurement Technologies - Rain Gauges January 25, 2021 This resource delineates the different rainfall measurement technologies with each weather station model available from Columbia Weather Systems. Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge Technology: The tipping bucket gauge consists of a collector funnel with a knife edge that diverts water to a tipping bucket mechanism. The mechanism is so designed that one alternate tip of the bucket occurs for each 0.01 inch of rainfall accumulation. A magnet is attached to the tipping bucket, which, as the bucket tips, actuates a magnetic switch to signal the accumulation to the data logger. Pros: Tipping buck... (read more) Author: Martha Khoury

55. Comparison of Solar Radiation Sensors January 05, 2021 Various solar radiation sensors are available with the modular Capricorn FLX Weather Station and/or with the Weather MicroServer for all weather station models. Additionally, the Magellan MX and Pulsar Weather Stations offer all-in-one sensor modules with integrated solar radiation measurement. ISO classifications “secondary standard,” “first class,” and “second class” correspond to the World Meteorological Organization categories “High quality,” “Good quality,” and “Moderate quality.” Silicone-based Pyranometer This sensor is calibrated to measure the shortwave radiation reaching t... (read more) Author: Martha Khoury

56. 5 Reasons Incident Response Needs a Weather Station: Conclusion December 10, 2020 Real-time, location-specific met data is imperative for safe and effective incident response. Weather monitoring assists in multiple areas such as risk management, prediction, safety, plume modeling, and reporting. One final quote: "As fire service leaders, it is essential that we assure our personnel have the right information, and that it goes to all the right people at exactly the right time so everyone is empowered to make the right decisions," says Todd J. LeDuc in a Fire Engineering article.* He continues, "This goal becomes challenging given the wide breadth of available data …" ... (read more) Author: Martha Khoury

57. 5 Reasons Incident Response Needs a Weather Station: BONUS #6 Drones December 10, 2020 With their ability to improve situational awareness, DRONES are becoming increasingly valuable to incident response. Also known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), drones are used for package delivery such as defibrillators, search and rescue, and communications. During Hurricane Harvey’s aftermath in 2017, drones were deployed to assess the extent of damage, presence of hazardous materials, and search for survivors. Last month, two teens stranded off the coast of Australia were rescued by a drone, which was able to launch a self-inflating raft into the water in under two minutes. Fi... (read more) Author: Martha Khoury

58. 5 Reasons Incident Response Needs a Weather Station: #5 Incident Reporting December 10, 2020 #5: Incident Reporting Accurate weather data leads to more accurate incident reporting, which can lead to better outcomes. Successful management of emergency incidents increasingly depends on reliable on-scene data and communication technologies. For incident command, planning and personnel accountability can include weather monitoring technology with seamless inclusion of met data in incident reporting for documentation and analysis. Weather data is one piece that leads to a fuller and more detailed big picture. Weather data is a component of several NFIRS modules. Incident reports... (read more) Author: Martha Khoury

59. 5 Reasons Incident Response Needs a Weather Station: #4 December 10, 2020 #4: Plume Modeling Fire departments are frequently tasked with responding when hazardous chemicals are accidentally released into the environment, especially in an inhabited area. Many crucial decisions such as approach, staging, and potential evacuation, rely on accurate, up-to-the minute local weather data. One key tool is toxic PLUME MODELING which combines information about the chemical release with meteorological data overlaid on a map. Weather conditions greatly impact toxic cloud movement. Up to date meteorological data is imperative for monitoring cloud movement to ensure respond... (read more) Author: Martha Khoury

60. 5 Reasons Incident Response Needs a Weather Station: #3 Safety December 10, 2020 Summer, winter, weather-related disasters. Professional weather monitoring improves the SAFETY of incident response with calculated parameters for perceived temperature and alarm notifications for extreme conditions and operational safety. “One of the most overlooked elements that affect firefighting operations and the health of firefighters themselves is the weather conditions we operate in,” said Tom Warren, retired assistant chief, Providence RI, in a Fire Engineering article.1 Besides having a direct impact on firefighter health, weather impacts the severity of fires, increasing risk ... (read more) Author: Martha Khoury

61. 5 Reasons Incident Response Needs a Weather Station: #2 Predicting Fire Behavior December 10, 2020 #2: Predicting Fire Behavior “The risk involved in fire suppression can be reduced if firefighters and fire managers pay attention and understand weather conditions that impact fire behavior,” states the Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, a training manual developed in conjunction with the National Interagency Fire Center. This principle applies to hazmat as well as urban and wildland-urban interface fire response. Weather monitoring is a cornerstone for predicting fire behavior. Government agencies partner with the National Weather Service to provide forecasts with local o... (read more) Author: Martha Khoury

62. 5 Reasons Incident Response Needs a Weather Station : #1 Risk Management December 10, 2020 As we saw this past summer, hot, dry, and windy weather conditions are factors that directly affect fire risk and behavior. “Being aware of the weather conditions before, during, and after an incident is imperative,” quotes columnist Chuck Sallade in Firefighter Nation. Real-time, location-specific met data is imperative for safe and effective incident response. Weather monitoring assists in multiple areas such as risk management, prediction, safety, plume modeling, and reporting. Each heading unpacks how weather monitoring is useful in each of five areas of emergency response. ... (read more) Author: Martha Khoury

63. How To Pick Out The Best Battery For a Solar Panel System, Battery Bank, or Off-Grid System November 15, 2020 Have you ever wondered how to pick out the best battery(s) for your solar panel system (or off-grid energy system)? Or have you wondered what makes one deep cycle battery better than another? If so, this article will answer these questions and give you specific things to check on before buying your new battery (to ensure you get the most bang for your buck)! When choosing a battery (or batteries) for your solar panel system, there are three categories of batteries that work best. So in this article, we will: Part 1) Quickly compare the three main types of solar batteries (lead-acid, ... (read more) Author: Jason Ng

64. Government organizes Workshop for ISO 50001 energy management March 17, 2020 The non-sustainable power source assets are finishing very quickly and are on the precarious edge of consumption. As needs are, the expenses of the modest power generation sources, for example, coal, oil, and other petroleum derivatives are taking off high. So we can obviously see that all the associations, when all is said in done, need to work after overhauling their vitality management system as complete preservation of the vitality assets is the need of great importance. Right now, the overall population should likewise take a proactive position and change to the more reasonable and vitali... (read more) Author: Anjali Devri

65. What is the role of Information System in ISO 50001 Energy Management? February 19, 2020 With the sole goal of making and advancing the awareness towards supportable advancement among all overall business network, the International Organization for Standardization had brought into impact the ISO certification 50001. Since its production on fifteenth June 2011, the ISO 50001 has dependably remained for a formalized ISO certification process for brilliance in systematic energy management systems (EnMS) and advancing energy effectiveness among associations everywhere throughout the globe. • The ISO 50001 is a benchmark that underpins the associations with a structuralized plan ... (read more) Author: Anjali Devri

66. Best Mountain Trek in Nepal February 17, 2020 So the majority of the mountain and adventure lovers might have the urge to watch the mountain on Earth and reach the base camp of this Everest is the tallest mountain on the planet. Although foundation camps are with another mountain in regions 27, Everest Base Camp Trek can be a great legendary tour is a favorite due to the base camp trek one of the trekkers. There are lots of individuals throughout the trip trekking and season. The most important attraction that brings individuals is your base camp Trekker's key intent is to function as a step here. This Everest base camp trek's Qual... (read more) Author: Anish Sah

67. How to make your office more eco friendly? January 15, 2020 We all know that the way we are leading our lifestyles without caring about our planet is ultimately going to lead our coming generation in serious trouble. However, our way of living has started taking a toll on our health as well. As a matter of fact, the corporate sector is most responsible for the damage to our planet. The offices and workplaces are the chief contributors toward air pollution and environmental degradation. It’s high time that we control ourselves and try to create holistic lifestyles. On the off chance that you are worn out on carrying on with an inefficient way of life ... (read more) Author: Anjali Devri

68. Indian Summer Lovin' - Tech Tips For a Warm Autumn October 26, 2019 With Indian Summer temperatures rising, here are some tips to help you make sure your devices are ready to conquer these warm days of Fall like you are. by Natalie Miller with Steve Burgess, 2019 Check Those Pockets! Taking a dip in the pool, going for a paddle in a kayak, and jumping on a roller coaster are all great things to do this summer, but all too often such activities put your devices at risk. Make sure to remember to empty those pockets before the fun begins so you don’t have to get your pictures and contacts recovered, not to mention replacing your phone if it ends u... (read more) Author: Steve Burgess

69. Electronic Waste and Recycling - What Your Old Devices Can Say About You October 26, 2019 Electronic Waste and Recycling - What Your Old Devices Can Say About You by Natalie Miller, with Steve Burgess, 2019 With new models of phones and computers being released every year, wanting the latest and greatest is never a bad thing, but what about your old devices? The truth is that old devices can still hold all of the data you put on them or that they collected while they were alive. How you handle these devices after their useful lifetime matters not only for the environment, but also for your own security. Turning off a device for a long period of time may seem like it... (read more) Author: Steve Burgess

70. Beauveria Bassiana Poducts Bed Bugs Control October 15, 2019 Beauveria Bassiana fungus is a fungus that grows naturally in soils around the world. Acting as a parasite on various arthropod species, causing white muscardine disease; It widely used as a sprayed biological insecticide to control a great many pests such as bed bugs, termites, thrips, whiteflies, aphids, and different beetles. Once Beauveria Bassiana infects the host insects, the fungus grows fast inside of the insect’s body. Feeding on the nutrients present in the host’s body and producing toxins continuously. (read more) Author: Darren Chan

71. Would You Benefit from Going Off the Grid? September 05, 2019 Most solar systems used both in residential homes and commercial businesses are tied to the power grid. Using solar power to replace some or maybe all of the traditional power supplied by the grid is a popular option throughout Australia. But off-grid solar power is an option for some homeowners that should be considered. Let’s take a look as some of the reasons homeowners may consider off grid solar systems in Tasmania for their power. Going off the grid can be a viable option for smaller households that use less electricity than a typical family. For new construction on property located fa... (read more) Author: Edmund Brunetti

72. Are There Alternatives to Allergy Shots? August 13, 2019 Allergy shots are an effective treatment for allergies, but they present a significant barrier — needles. Around 10 percent of Americans have trypanophobia (phobia related to the fear of needles). It’s not that the other 90 percent of adults do not have reservations about receiving shots. Individuals who suffer from trypanophobia are unique in that they dread receiving medical due to their fear of getting a shot. Symptoms related to this condition include: Elevated heart rate in the hours or even days leading up to medical treatment Elevated blood pressure Anxiety Difficulty sleep... (read more) Author: Aly Duty

73. Why Are True HEPA Air Purifiers So Popular? May 30, 2019 Why Are True HEPA Air Purifiers So Popular? Do you contend with asthma, allergy reactions, or breathing issues? You’re probably wondering whether True HEPA air purifiers are the best air purifiers on the market. But thenyou’ve come across glowing reviews of other kinds of purifiers such as ionizers. And that’s not made your shopping journey one bit easier. This piece seeks to describe what True HEPA air purifiers are and what they can do for you. You’ll also understand why the world and their mother keep praising True HEPA purifiers. What are True HEPA Air Purifiers... (read more) Author: alen owen

74. Top Quality Ceramic Band Heaters For Industries February 05, 2019 Majority of growth in the industrial sector today largely relies upon these aspects and that is the reason, so many production units procure machinery and facilities of international level in their manufacturing units. In this respect, you cannot ignore the significance of heaters, particularly ceramic band heaters, which are predominantly required and used in many industries. There are some select manufacturers and suppliers of this type of heaters and among all of them, Heatec is such a company which manufactures a wide range of heaters. Why conventional heaters are less prevalent? ... (read more) Author: John Edward

75. Let Your Kids Pick Their Favorite Family Movies for Movie Night December 18, 2018 If there’s one place where you’ll find high levels of disagreement, it’s going to be how people feel when it comes to raising kids. That said, today’s kids tend to have a little more freedom in how they operate in the home, and this is where the topic of family movies comes into play. Though you could use the MPAA ratings system as a general guide to know what’s right for the whole family, you’ll still have a difference of opinion depending on who you ask in the family. Moreover, if you gave kids a chance to choose the next family movie for movie night, you might be in for a real doozy. W... (read more) Author: Alfred Mears

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