The Truth About Sustainability
In your every day life, you probably hear or see the word sustainable at least once a day. At the grocery store, items say they are from sustainable fishing or farming. Businesses claim to have sustainable practices. On this blog
Renewable Energy Industry Employs 7.7 Million Worldwide
After years of a poor job economy, seeing growth in this area is a welcome change. The growth may come in an unexpected industry for some. The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) released their annual report showing that the Renewable
5 Unexpected Leaders in the Green Movement
When researching the greenest countries, it is no surprise to come across trend setters like Switzerland, Sweden and Singapore. They are the first to implement new trends and technologies. However, the times are changing. There are some up and comers
Evolution of CO2 Emissions from 1860s to Present
Ever wondered just how much our carbon dioxide emissions have changed and grown over the years? The World Resources Institute developed an informational video to clearly explain and demonstrate just how much our carbon dioxide emissions have grown since the
Recycled wood: the truly green key to a sustainable built environment
Waste to Energy Systems' sister company, Albany Woodworks, specializes in recycled and reclaimed building materials. Both companies have a green focus and aim to create a renewable, more sustainable world through their respective products and goals. Below is an article
How to Teach Children about Sustainability
Teaching children about sustainability is just as important at home as it is as school. Giving your children the proper knowledge and tools to live in the changing world is the best thing possible, and providing a good role model
How can my community become more eco-friendly?
More and more communities are moving toward an eco-friendly lifestyle. Sustainable living communities are popping up all over, where they are specially built to be as green and environmentally friendly as possible. So what do you do when your community
Green Roof Is An Age-Old Concept
GREEN building methods and materials are typically seen as "new-age" building solutions to age-old building problems. But one of the most visibly "green" building systems being used widely today - the "living roof" or "green roof" - has been in use
How The Ocean Impacts Your Life
In honor of World Ocean Day, the Waste to Energy team wanted to dedicate our daily blog to why the oceans are so important and why we should protect them. Whether you are landlocked or live coastal, the oceans play