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September 25, 2019 energy / pipe cutting

Why Pipe Cutting Is Important In The Energy Sector

Within the energy sector pipe cutting can play an important role within the energy sector . Through this guide we will look at the importance of pipe cutting as well as renewables within the energy sector. What Is Pipe Cutting? Pipe cutting is the process of cutting and shaping pipes so that they can be taken out of use or constructed. Pipe cutting equipment can be used in a variety of different environments such as sub sea as well as on land and in industrial settings. Pipe cutting is normally undertaken by specialised companies as it requires advanced state of the art equipment as well as an experienced and effective company to undertake the task. Pipe cutting is important as often specialist pipes are required for undersea pipelines as well as installations as well as the transport of materials. What Challenges Is The Energy Sector Facing? The energy sector is

June 6, 2019 Uncategorized

Electric Vehicles – The Future Of Motoring ?

Electric cars , buses and trains have all been seen out in use across Europe. However is it the future of motoring/public transport? in this article we will examine the pros and cons of electric versus petrol and diesel power. Electric cars have actually been around a lot longer than most people think. At the start of the 20th century some of the first models of the electric car were being tested. However they were found to be slow and just never really took off. In the meantime , diesel and petrol became the two main fuels in cars for many years to come up until the present day where they are the main fuels/sources of power being used . However in the past few years there has been a resurgence in electric cars as there is a push for what is deemed to be more renewable and sustainable energy

June 5, 2019 Business / Environment

Why To Consider The Mitsubishi Ecodan

The Mitsubishi Ecodan is a device which helps to generate heat and recirculate heat throughout a property. In this article we will look at how effective the Ecodan is overall and examine its effects on the environment as well as explore alternatives to using this form of heat pump. What Are Heat Pumps? Heat pumps are devices which are used to heat properties. Typically they use different forms of renewable energy in order to power the pump. An example of this would be air source heat pumps. Air source heat pumps such as the Mitsubishi Ecodan are amongst the most common and effective heat pumps. Air source heat pumps use the air from outside your home in order to create heat. This allows renewable energy to be used to heat your property and make it more energy efficient overall. Why Buy A Mitsubishi Ecodan Heat Pump? There are a number

March 4, 2019 Environment / Health / Home / Recycling / Uncategorized

You Can Be A Eco Friendly Homeowner- Double Glazing Edinburgh

Double Glazing Edinburgh-Overview As any homeowner or tenant will know in Edinburgh , property is certainly anything but cheap. Each day millions of across the UK are watching our bills doing our best to cut costs and save money. One important factor many people fail to notice is the potential benefits from having a look at different types of Double Glazing Edinburgh How Does Double Glazing Edinburgh Help The Environment By Double Glazing your property you add a number of benefits to your property that you might not previously have considered. Firstly having Double Glazing windows helps reduce overall carbon emissions/footprint within your property. This means that you will save money on energy bills and equally be making a positive impact on the environment. The way in which double glazing can help the environment is that you will be using less energy on heating your home as double glazing is excellent

jar of coffee beans recycling for coffee busnness

January 6, 2019 Business / Environment / Recycling

Coffee Cup Cut downs: Recycling and Reducing Cup Usage

Recycling is the most efficient way to help save the planet. Starbucks, one of the biggest companies with recyclable materials, have come up with new ways to cut down on the amount of plastic and paper cups they use. For example a proposal of a 25p discount off drinks any time a customer brings their own cup to their store. As well as discounts off drinks they also provide a reusable cup for just £1, however those who don’t bring their own cup are charged 5p for paper cups as a trial across 35 stores. This way customers are also promoted to help recycling by introducing these changes. Plans for recycling In order to recycle as efficiently as possible they have decided to break their recycling down into different categories. Categories ranging from cardboard, general waste and espresso capsules to ensure recycling is carried out as best as they

August 23, 2018 Environment / Home / Recycling / Up-cycling

Recycling Your Old Workbenches for Garage

Recycling – or upcycling – are becoming increasingly common, especially among old pieces of furniture. More and more people are opting to revamp what they have rather than buying new. Not only is this better for the environment, it is also better for your bank balance. Here are some ways that you could recycle old workbenches for garage, as well as the advantages of recycling.

July 22, 2018 Business / Environment / Recycling

Recycling at Work Helps Recycling at Home: Reuse and Reduce

It can be difficult to get all our family to remember to keep recycling at home. Here are some reasons why recycling at work can help recycling at home. In the office, it is easier to remember to recycle due to so many posters and different bins to help you remember. To help to recycle at home, if you have children you could get them to draw pictures and put them up on the wall. This way they will remember to recycle more as they have a small reminder in front of them. It also will help them to remember to recycle not just at home but also when at a friend’s house or even at the park. Other Ways that Recycling at Work Helps Recycling at Home Recycling in work can also help you to remember to recycle at home. This is because it becomes a habit, if you

July 17, 2018 Home / Recycling

Can I Recycle My Blackout Blinds In Glasgow?

Changing your blinds can completely reinvent any room in your home. It’s a great way to update the space and make it more stylish or inviting. However, what can we do with our old blackout blinds in Glasgow once we’re done with them? Is it possible to recycle them? Today we are looking at how we can go about recycling our blackout blinds. Whether your repurpose the blinds within the home or recycle them as waste, these blackout blinds in Glasgow don’t have to go to the dump. Find out now how to recycle your blinds in Glasgow.

July 7, 2018 Business / Environment

Malta Today: Environmentally Conscious & Gaming Jobs

Many people don’t realise how amazing Malta is. From its incredible commitment to helping the environment to the futuristic gaming jobs that continue to thrive, Malta is where it’s at. It manages to combine its incredible history with an up and coming economy of today. Although it has long been considered a wonderful holiday destination, we are here to convince you that it is so much more than that. Read on and discover why Malta is amazing, environmentally and also economically.

Flat lay of equipment used for Botox Glasgow laid out on desk with doctors hands checking off a list on a clip board

July 5, 2018 Business / Environment / Recycling

Coffee Cup Lids to Waste from Botox Glasgow: Recycle Guide

From coffee cup lids to packaging waste from Botox Glasgow, businesses all over the city and the rest of the world are finally starting to put effort into reducing the amount of plastic waste being produced. In the UK we are now starting to see these changes. Although they are small, they are at least noticeable. This will hopefully open the eyes of those in our communities who don’t yet understand the severity of the environmental crisis. From pubs and restaurants banning plastic to all retail stores charging 5p per plastic carrier bag, we are finally seeing action being taken against the overuse of plastic in our daily lives. However, there are many public establishments that we know overindulge in the use of plastic and show no sign of implementing new plastic restriction policies. On top of that, what about the private businesses? In reality we have no idea how