Living Off the Grid - http://www.thriveoffthegrid.com/ - See how others are living offgrid using the advantages of wind and solar energy plus more for off grid power and ...
Living off the grid you must take advantage of renewable energy. This renewable resource originates from several sources, consisting of sun, wind and water, to start with ...
Researchers are constantly on the lookout for more ways of making green energy. Here are the 2 types you must understand now.
Living off the Grid: - Advantages of Solar Power
i. The energy that originates from simply one hour of sun suffices to supply energy for a year for the whole world
ii. A battery can be used to store off grid solar power for evenings and cloudy days
iii. Solar panels on a roof work when the sun's rays strike the cells in the panel and electrons are released, producing energy
iv. Using solar power will typically provide a saving of $100+ each month on utility costs for the property owners of off grid homes .
Living off the Grid: - Advantages of Wind Energy
i. When wind goes through the blades of a turbine that is connected to a generator, the energy produced by the spin is converted into electrical energy
ii. A single large wind turbine can provide electricity for around 500 off grid homes
iii. Last year, 42 % of the houses that were geared up with a source of off grid power used wind
iv. Unlike most other sources of energy, wind utilizes hardly any water; not only is wind energy carbon neutral, it helps water conservation also
v. There is around 10 times the amount of wind available in the U.S. than is needed to supply power for the whole country
vi. Wind energy is presently the fastest-growing source of renewable energy: - Around two wind farms are set up weekly in the U.S.
For living off the grid, the facts indicate that the advantages of solar power combined with the advantages of wind energy now exceed any advantages that fossil fuels may have had. However it is probably down to individuals to begin the shift to a larger scale adoption, so that we may all enjoy living off the grid.
Premium Swiss chocolatier Lindt & Sprüngli USA, with help from celebrity chef, Curtis Stone, is kicking off the “Taste the Difference” program, educating consumers about the importance of innovation, quality ingredients and expert craftsmanship to produce delicious dishes and products, like premium Lindt chocolate. The chocolatier is unveiling a series of educational vignettes starring Stone to show consumers the impact these elements have on everyday indulgences. Furthermore, to give chocolate lovers the opportunity to actually taste the difference for themselves, Lindt is sharing two million coupons for its products – including the company’s newest innovation, the LINDOR Sea Salt truffle – via the company’s Facebook page.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/63239-lindt-usa-chocolatier-lindor-curtis-stone-taste-the-difference-campaign
In just five hours overnight on October 18, Times Square was transformed from a concrete jungle into a woodland paradise by LightStream, the national online lending division of SunTrust Bank. Nearly 200 live trees, shrubs and plants -- oak, maple, and purple plum trees, as well as rhododendron, mountain laurels and more – provided a magical setting for thousands of visitors to enjoy and have their photo taken and shared on a Times Square billboard. The Forest of Dreams event kicked off LightStream’s effort to plant 10,000 trees in October, one for each person who participated in Times Square or who signs up at LightStreamForests.com before November 1.
The Forest of Dreams will benefit wilderness areas and green spaces across the U.S., including areas decimated by wildfires and hurricanes in Houston, Miami and California.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/7740051-lightstream-forest-of-dreams/
While Thanksgiving represents a time of tradition and family, it can also spell S-T-R-E-S-S for those planning a big feast. From figuring out how long to cook the turkey to putting together the perfect table setting, getting it all right can be really hard! To help you celebrate and prepare for your Thanksgiving feast, entertaining expert and cookbook author, Brooke Parkhurst has some great ideas and tips for a trouble-free turkey day. That way, when guests arrive - everyone will be able to relax, gobble, and enjoy!
Some of Brooke’s tips include:
• THANKS-GRIA- A delicious glass or two of wine is welcomed at any holiday gathering! Even easier? Put it in a pitcher so everyone can serve themselves. Lightly chill red wine and add a few spices and seasonal fruit to make a soon-to-be favorite holiday libation-- Thanks-gria!
• FORGET ABOUT FLOWERS, BUT DON’T FORGET YOUR HOSTS- Unless you have your own garden, decorating with fresh flowers can cost more than your meal. Instead, create centerpieces from seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh greenery and berries. After the party’s over, make a meal from your centerpiece! And don’t forget about gift baskets for the hosts.
• JUICY WHITE MEAT- Who needs to roast the whole turkey when you can just bake the best part? The turkey breasts and legs cook at very different rates, which means that one will not be properly cooked. Instead, focus on cooking the turkey breast perfectly, roasting it at just the right temperature and saving a lot of time in the process.
• FRESH & FAST- It’s chilly out which makes us gravitate towards creamy, cheesy, heavy dishes. Want a little balance? Make your favorite potato casserole but off-set it with a delicious & easy arugula-pomegranate salad or butternut squash and ricotta crostini. Fresh dishes are usually the fastest to prepare!
LifeProof, the award-winning maker of all-protective, everyday cases for smartphones and tablets, today announced the availability of the LifeProof nüüd and frē cases for the Samsung Galaxy S III. The latest member of the LifeProof family, and the first case offered for Android smartphones, provides users the same waterproof, drop proof, dirt proof and snow proof protection as every LifeProof case and features a clear back that allows users to show off the phone’s color and design.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/58924-lifeproof-samsung-galaxy-s-iii-has-arrived-all-protective-case
Celebrity technology and design expert Janna Robinson and ESPN’s Stuart Scott teamed up with LG to launch the “Sport of Techorating,” a head-to-head championship competition between two dad bloggers. Robinson coached Michael Sheehan of Hightechdad.com as he squared off against Jim Lin of Busydadblog.com in a techorating battle, with Scott providing color commentary on the home design battle.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/55186-lg-electronics-sport-of-techorating-home-design-blogger-battle
LG SIGNATURE – the ultra-premium luxury brand from LG Electronics – has kicked off its latest global campaign by teaming up with leading interior designers, fashion designers and chefs around the world including US, Germany, Australia, UK, Italy, Spain, Russia, UAE, Singapore, Mexico, Colombia and Taiwan.
Starting in Singapore, LG SIGNATURE held an exclusive event on August 14th inviting prominent tastemakers to take part in a panel discussion outlining the personal and professional benefits of the LG SIGNATURE lineup. Held at the historical Arts House, the exclusive event was attended by over 100 guests including media and high-society VIPs.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8391851-lg-signature-global-campaign/
LG SIGNATURE – the ultra-premium luxury brand from LG Electronics – has kicked off its latest global campaign by teaming up with leading interior designers, fashion designers and chefs around the world including US, Germany, Australia, UK, Italy, Spain, Russia, UAE, Singapore, Mexico, Colombia and Taiwan.
Starting in Singapore, LG SIGNATURE held an exclusive event on August 14th inviting prominent tastemakers to take part in a panel discussion outlining the personal and professional benefits of the LG SIGNATURE lineup. Held at the historical Arts House, the exclusive event was attended by over 100 guests including media and high-society VIPs.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8391851-lg-signature-global-campaign/
Bobby Hurley, former All-American guard at Duke and current assistant coach of the University of Rhode Island men’s basketball team, and Travis Ford, two-time SEC tournament MVP at Kentucky and current Oklahoma State University head coach, traded in their playbooks for chore lists at the “LG Home Court Challenge” during the NCAA® Final Four® weekend.
LG Electronics USA, an official Corporate Partner of the NCAA, hosted the competition and donated a total of $20,000 in the participating coaches’ names to Coaches vs. Cancer® and the MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/54895-ncaa-coaches-face-off-lg-home-court-challenge-men-s-final-four-weekend
