Deb Powers - Articles

Electric Cars and the Energy Grid - Five Facts to Combat Hybrid Car Charging Myths

A new McDonalds will feature two spots where you can plug in your electric car. Whole Foods is considering charging stations and already offers preferential parking for hybrid vehicles. Now that hybrid and all-electric cars are in the mainstream, there are some serious questions about where hybrid drivers will be able to recharge their vehicles when they're on the road. Take a look at these facts that challenge common Read

By: Deb Powers | 24/09/2009 | Automotive

Creative Up-cycle Ideas for Home Design

Take advantage of creative recycling ideas to make your home a unique showplace. Upcycling is trendy, green and economical. Is it possible to turn trash into design treasure without turning your home into a Haven of Tackiness? You bet! Check out these great creative recycling and up-cycling tips to create trendy, stylish home decor that doesn't look like it was rescued from the trash. Read

By: Deb Powers | 21/09/2009 | Interior Design

Artwork from Old CDs - Five Projects to Make with CDs Instead of Throwing Them Away

Got more CDs than you know what to do with? Frustrated with finding a way to recycle old CDs? Don't REcycle your CDs - UPcycle them with one of these projects for making art with old CDs/ Read

By: Deb Powers | 19/08/2009 | Crafts

Green Cooking Tips - How to Cook Greener, Save Energy and Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Living a greener life is not only good for the planet's health, it's good for your health and the health of your family. Maintaining a bright green kitchen - in terms of energy efficiency and energy use, not color - can reduce your carbon footprint, but it can also help you feed your family a healthier, more delicious diet. The way that you shop, cook, serve and clean up after serving meals all contribute to creating not just a healthy kitchen but a bright green kitchen. Read

By: Deb Powers | 05/08/2009 | Cooking Tips

Choosing a Stove for a Green Kitchen - Energy Star is Just a Start

Choosing an energy efficient stove is an important part of a green kitchen renovation. The Energy Star and Energy Guide are tools to help you make a good decision, but there's more to choosing an energy efficient stove than just the Energy Star. These tips will help you find the best kitchen stove to make your kitchen a bright green kitchen. Read

By: Deb Powers | 03/08/2009 | Kitchens

A Hydrogen Cell Experiment Pays Off - First Fuel Cell Powered Flight Takes Off

The first Kitty Hawk moment of the 21st Century took place in Hamburg, Germany on July 7, 2009. On that bright blue morning, a hydrogen cell experiment paid off for the German Aerospace Center. The Antares DLR H-2, a motor glider completely fueled by hydrogen fuel cells, took off under its own power into the bright, blue sky above Hamburg Airport and flew its way into the history books. Read

By: Deb Powers | 19/07/2009 | Environment