Traditionally, materials like wood, concrete, and earth bricks were used in construction. These materials helped us build better homes and commercial spaces. However, sourcing these materials have destroyed the environment. For instance, large green areas are cut down for timber. Similarly, mining is done extensively for cement and sand. These have taken a toll on
According to an IEA report (International Electricity Agency), electricity consumption in 2018 was 22,315 TWh. This was 4% higher than the previous year. The report itself shows how much electricity is used across the world, and this increased demand is causing a hike in the cost of its consumption. While turning off unnecessary lights can reduce
As we go further into the 21st century, the more apparent the climate crisis becomes. In a span of one month, 4 storms have entered the Philippines. These caused torrential rainfall that left cities flooded and houses completely submerged in floods. This is just one example of the devastating effects of the deteriorating health of
If you want to renovate your home, always choose to remodel than to build it from scratch. Many homeowners think that merely demolishing an old house and constructing a new one is the safest and most cost-effective way of rebuilding a home. But what it does is hurt the environment and continue to deplete the
It has been seven months since the coronavirus took the world by storm. In what felt like a blink of an eye, so many previous lifestyle choices became obsolete and even dangerous. With new social distancing guidelines, we have had to re-think how our houses are built, how we consume our food and media, and even
Summer is just around the corner, and it’s starting to feel quite humid these days. For those who pay their own electricity bills, you probably have a love-hate relationship with summer. You enjoy the bright, summer sun, and all the activities you have in store. But you’re also worried about the surge of your electricity
Coming to work every day from 9-5 may seem robotic for some people, especially in an office where the work requires to be behind a computer screen. That daily repetitive routine might wear out some of the employees’ productivity and energy, which would result in inefficiency and sometimes stress. Several factors can affect employee productivity.
For many generations, the question of buying a car was a matter of when, not if. Yet in modern times, rising costs of living around the world – and the rapid spread of information – have given younger generations occasion to pause and think before deciding whether or not it makes sense to buy a
One of the most difficult tasks in life is staying focused to get things done right away. This is particularly common for students trying to study for an exam or finishing homework. According to Cambridge University Press, some of the common causes of why students lack concentration are due to lack of sleep, the environment he
These days, many facilities are available for seniors. Some are in nursing homes, while others are in assisted living communities. But despite the many elder care facilities available, more elderly people are choosing to age in place. This refers to seniors wanting to stay in their own homes for as long as possible. Many families of