Solar Energy Basics

Solar is the Latin word for sun -a powerful source of energy that can be used to heat, cool, and light our homes and businesses. That’s because more energy from the sun falls on the earth in one… Read More
by Yilin
Posted: July 27, 2018
Solar is the Latin word for sun -a powerful source of energy that can be used to heat, cool, and light our homes and businesses. That’s because more energy from the sun falls on the earth in one… Read More
by Yilin
Posted: July 27, 2018
Florida is a recognized leader in the use of reclaimed water and its reuse program was the first recipient of the United States Environmental Protection Agency Water Efficiency Leader Award in 2006. Encouraging and promoting reuse in Florida… Read More
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Water
Tags: aquifers, conservation, groundwater, irrigation, reclaimed water
by Yilin
Posted: July 27, 2018
A complete thermal enclosure means that comprehensive air sealing, properly installed insulation, and high-performance windows work together to enhance comfort, improve durability, reduce maintenance costs, and lower monthly utility bills. Windows and doors A typical home contains a half-mile of… Read More
Category: Conservation, Home Management, Natural Resources
Tags: air conditioning, building, cracks, energy star, floors, roof, thermal enclosure system, windows
by Yilin
Posted: July 25, 2018
Bountiful freshwater sources, heavy rainfall, and oceans, Florida is unique in its seemingly endless water resources. However, water quality and quantity are a crucial issue in Florida, as the need to balance agricultural needs, business and development needs,… Read More
by Yilin
Posted: July 25, 2018
The built environment has a vast impact on natural environment, human health, and the economy. In the U.S., buildings account for 39% of total energy use and 12% of total water consumption. Green building describes a set of… Read More
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Work & Life
by David Holmes
Posted: July 2, 2018
FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR LONGLEAF PINE PROGRAM FOR LANDOWNERS Apply by July 13, 2018 The Florida Forest Service’s Longleaf Pine Landowner Incentive Program is now accepting applications from eligible, non-industrial private forest landowners. The application period… Read More
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Forests, Horticulture, Natural Resources
Tags: acreage, costshare, ecosystem, Forest Service, Forestry, incentive payments
by David Holmes
Posted: June 13, 2018
One late summer day as I worked in the fall vegetable garden I paused and leaned on the shovel to grab a short breather. While in this pose I noticed the constant activity of several gulf fritillary and… Read More
Category: Conservation, Home Landscapes, Wildlife
Tags: attracting butterflies, caterpillars, host plant, larva, larval, larval food, newsletter highlight
by Lynda Spence
Posted: May 31, 2018
When the intention for preplanning is to offset stress, guilt, and sorrow, the process of planning a final goodbye can be a satisfying experience. Given that the cost for conventional funerals today is between $8,000 and $12,000, preplanning… Read More
Category: Change Category, Conservation, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: cemetery, cremation, death, dying, final goodbye, funeral, green burial, land conservation, natural funeral
Posted: April 5, 2018
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Farm Management, Livestock, Natural Resources, Water
Tags: Best Management Practices, environmental, ground water, Horse, Horse Herald, manure, surface, water
by Amanda Marek
Posted: February 20, 2018
Did you know that about 60% of home water usage is used to water landscapes? That is, 60% of our fresh drinking water is used to grow one of the world’s largest inedible crops! So how can you… Read More
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Water
Tags: landscape, lawn, micro-irrigation, microirrigation, plants, sprinklers, waste
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