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Green Architecture A new form of architecture has emerged in this post-industrial age, which believes in a blend of renewable energy resources and innovative alternatives with energy modification properties of the building fabric. Such sources of energy are the elements of nature, sun, sky, air, earth and water. It aims to put a greater control back into the hands of people. Water Filters and Their Efficiency Around 80% of communicable diseases in India are water borne diseases like gastro-enteritis, typhoid, diarrhoea, cholera and guinea worm etc. The result is that every year we loose 200 million man days. This story checks out the efficiency of water filters that are available. Battery Operated Vehicles Delhi is the fourth most polluted city in the world. About 60% of the total emissions, which pollute the Delhi air, stem from automobile exhausts. Well, we do have an alternative – Battery Operated Vehicles. A battery-operated vehicle is a zero emission vehicle since it emits no exhaust fumes and thus is free from both air and noise pollution. EPISODE 10 Asbestos: A Health Hazard The manufacture and use of asbestos has been banned in a few countries. This story discusses the health hazards associated with asbestos. Development Stall at Trade Fair The International Trade Fair witnessed a special designated development stall which displayed products linked to environment and development. Ergonomics The way you manage and arrange your workstation affects your productivity and comfort. Adjusting your workstation, sitting in the proper posture, taking short scheduled rest periods, alternating tasks and doing |
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difference in the Eco Mark : Environment Labelling Evaluation of consumer products, which are eco-friendly in nature and awarding an eco-mark to those which pass the environmental safety norms can definitely provide the much needed incentive to the industry to manufacture items which are environment-friendly. Toothpaste : A Boon or a Curse? Toothpaste is considered a "cure all" for all our dental problems. But the consumer is not really aware of the presence of chemicals which could have adverse effect on not only the environment but also our health. The Colour Factor Certain colours do certain things for people. While some colours make you happy, others trigger off a feeling of melancholy. Specific colours on your wall and surroundings make you more productive. The story makes you look at colours with a different perspective. EPISODE 12 Jharia Coal Mine Fires Due to unscientific mining and bad management, the underground fire in the coal mines of Jharia in Bihar has resulted in not just the loss of money but also a tremendous environmental damage. Gloria Organic Farms Gloria is one of the biggest organic farms in the country. The 100 acre expanse does not use any chemical pesticide or fertiliser. It recycles the farm produce through composting and ploughs them back into the farm to provide nutrition to the soil. Car Pools Cities are becoming unliveable due to the air pollution caused by vehicular emissions. The increase in the number of vehicles is slao leading to traffic congestion and road accidents. This story offers the use of car pool as one of the possible solutions to these problems. |
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