The Good Human » Uncategorized http://www.thegoodhuman.com Sustainability, Environment, Progressive Politics, Peak Oil, Going Green. Sat, 11 Feb 2012 21:14:05 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Energy Efficient Micro Appliances. http://www.thegoodhuman.com/2009/11/11/energy-efficient-micro-appliances/ http://www.thegoodhuman.com/2009/11/11/energy-efficient-micro-appliances/#comments Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:30:54 +0000 david http://www.thegoodhuman.com/?p=2610 There are a number of reasons why someone would want a smaller appliances or even dual usage for one purchased item.  Smaller living space, reduced number of steps needed to get things done, or simply to save money – multifunctional appliances definitely have their benefits.  These nifty duos have seen a considerable growth in the market place, especially with increased penny-pinching, reduced energy consumption, and a cultural push for simple compact life.
 
Aside from being energy friendly, small appliances are great for not only smaller homes, but for bachelors and bachelorettes, those looking to downscale their appliance usage, and they make great wedding gifts. Check out these space-saving gadgets that not only make your life more compact, but also more eco friendly and innovative.
 
Microwave Duos


 
LG has come up with some clever ways to pair microwaves with other popular kitchen gadgets, such as a toaster and a coffee maker.  This stainless steel duo saves a ton of space, and is cleverly designed to be chic yet functional. Instead of running both your microwave and your coffee maker, you now need to flip only one switch
 
Tankless Water Heaters
 

Tankless water heaters are an absolute must have for homes with limited floor space and plumbing options. These electric heaters produce and supply endless streams of hot water to multiple outlets simultaneously without any fluctuation in temperature. They are 30%-50% percent more energy efficient than a traditional water heater, and the automatic shut-off features provides huge energy savings.
 
The Ottoman Bench Press
 

Though not an appliance, Ottoman”™s are great for smaller spaces. They can be used as a coffee table or as additional seating. Interestingly enough the “Otto-Bench” also allows the Ottoman to be used as a bench press/weight lifting station.  This two-in-one decor gadget saves natural resources by combining two needs in one.  The amount of time, energy and resources that would have gone into building two separate products is cut in half! And if you consider the beginning to end process for a consumer good, especially logging and transport, you can rest assure that you’re doing your part for the environment.

The Revolving Kitchen
 

The original Circle Kitchen is an innovative high-tech compact kitchen. The 180° revolving kitchen features all the amenities of a traditional kitchen but takes up only 1.8 square meters of space.  They come in a number of styles and are great for either a small home, apartment, guest house, and garage homes.  Plus smaller fridge, smaller appliances, means reduced energy costs and needs.
 
Great Gadgets for Small Homes is written by Shireen Qudosi. For more, or to view our Heater Guide, visit us at http://www.heater-home.com. Follow us on Twitter @HeaterHome
 
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DEAR SIR
GREETINGS
LOGIC-CO IS AN ENVIRONMENTAL COMPANY HAS RENEWABLE ENERGY: ELECTRICITY.EXTRACTED FROM THE LIGHTNING:
THE RATE OF LIGHTNING IS 100 FLASH PER SECOND ALLOVER THE GLOBE. IF USA HAS 1% OF THE TOTAL FLASHES THIS MEANS 1 FLASH PER SECOND. FOR YOUR KNOWLEDGE, ONE FLASH = 4 STROKES. EACH STROKE HAS (10)^12 WATT.
THIS MEANS : WHEN LOGIC-CO SUCCEEDS TO GET ONE FLASH ,AND TRANSFORM IT TO ELECTRICITY == THAT IS EQUAL TO A POWER STATION 0F 20 MW WORKS FOR 50 HOURS CONTINOUSELY. IMAGEN IF WE COULD TRANSFORM ONE FLASH PER MINIUTE ALLOVER USA.
IN THAT TIME NO NEED FOR ANY FUEL COMBUSTION THAT POLLUTES THE ENVIRONMENT. NOW LOGIC-CO IS SEEKING A PARTENER IN USA TO CLEAN THE ENVIRONMENT, PRODUCING FRIENDLY ENVIRO-ELECTRICITY.

DEAR SIR,
IF YOU ARE INTERESTING, PLEASE, DON’T HESITATE TO E-MAIL LOGIC- CO:
E-MAIL: XXXXX@hotmail.com
XXXXXX@yahoo.ca
MAIN OFFICE:
6TH B BAHST BADIA ST(SAUDIA BUILDINGS)
SHOBRA 11241
CAIRO
EGYPT

Honestly, I would be afraid of them playing with lightning when they cannot even spell correctly. Seems spammers are going after environmentalists now instead of the kinds of emails we normally get spammed with! ;-)

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#1: Always think positive. Squash all negative thoughts.
#5: Visualize your goal clearly, on a daily basis, for at least 5-10 minutes.
#10: Find inspiration, on a daily basis.

This is a great list if you are looking for motivation tactics in your life, whatever your goals may be. Go ahead, take a look at his site, you won’t be disappointed!

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