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Ask G: Digital television and analog TVs

Friday, 8 May 2009

While the change to digital between 2010 and 2013 means that analog TV signals will be switched off, this does not mean that you have to throw your analog TV away.

Society

Ask G: Tree-free and wood-free paper

Tuesday, 5 May 2009

The terms 'tree-free' and 'wood free' on paper packaging don't make any environmental promises.

House

Ask G: Eco-friendly pest control

Tuesday, 28 April 2009

Choosing environment-friendly pest control will minimise the negative impacts on your home and the Earth, as well as the critters you are trying to get rid of.

Health · House

Ask G: Air conditioners and air quality

Tuesday, 28 April 2009

All air conditioners have a filter that removes dust, pollen and large particles from the intake air. How much of the air-borne irritants it removes depends on the type of filter.

Society

Ask G: Is going green affordable?

Tuesday, 21 April 2009

There are two keys to green living - good habits and good technology. For example, a water-saving showerhead is a good technology, while having shorter showers is a good habit. Both benefit the environment.

House

Ask G: Lighting lingo

Tuesday, 14 April 2009

What's with all the acronyms and jargon? What on earth are LEDs, CFLs, IRCs, low-voltage and low-energy downlights?

Science · Society

Shredded, used paper ready for recycling

Ask G: How many times can paper be recycled?

Tuesday, 7 April 2009

Paper is one material with a tendency towards 'downcycling' - the recycling of a material into another of lesser quality.

House · Society

Ask G: Air conditioners and electricity demand

Tuesday, 31 March 2009

Are they the reason for the building of new power stations?

House · Society

Ask G: Eco-pets

Tuesday, 24 March 2009

The size of your pet's greenhouse impact will depend on the type and size of animal, what you feed it, trips to the vet or obedience school, the products you buy for it and many other factors.

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