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Environmental Education Environmental education is a process that allows individuals to explore environmental issues, engage in problem solving, and take action to improve the Environment. As a result, individuals develop a deeper understanding of environmental issues and have the skills to make informed and responsible decisions. Benefits of Environmental Education By studying environmental studies, it … Read more
Pipes and Cistern Inlet: A pipe connected with a tank or a cistern or a reservoir, that fills it, is known as an inlet. Outlet: A pipe connected with a tank or cistern or reservoir, emptying it, is known as an outlet. If a pipe can fill a tank in x hours, … Read more
Concentrated Organic Manures Concentrated organic manures are a type of organic fertilizer that is made from animal waste. They are a good source of nutrients for plants, and they can help to improve SoilSoil health. Types of Concentrated Organic Manures There are many different types of concentrated organic manures, each with its own unique properties. … Read more
Navigating the Environmental Landscape: A Comprehensive Guide to Environment Management Plans In an era marked by increasing environmental awareness and regulatory scrutiny, businesses are facing growing pressure to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability. This pressure extends beyond mere lip service, demanding concrete actions and measurable results. Enter the Environment Management Plan (EMP), a crucial tool … Read more
Sunlight is Earth’s most abundant energy source and is delivered free of charge. Indeed, the energy from sunlight reaching the land surface of the earth is thousands of times greater than the world’s current total annual consumption of energy. Yet harnessing sunlight’s energy content directly—rather than indirectly in fossil fuels, wind, or hydroelectric power—makes only a small contribution to humanity’s energy … Read more
Eco friendly Technologies Rainwater harvesting technology Harvested rainwater can provide a source of alternative water to federal facilities. Alternative waters are sustainable sources of water, not supplied from fresh surface water or groundwater, that offset the demand for freshwater. Rainwater harvesting captures, diverts, and stores rainwater from rooftops for later use. Typical uses of rainwater … Read more
The major causes of the Environmental Degradation are modern Urbanization, industrialization, over-Population Growth, deforestation etc. Environmental pollution refers to the degradation of quality and quantity of natural Resources. Mahatma Gandhi’s principle of “enoughness” in his saying “the earth provides enough to satisfy every persons need but not for every person’s greed” According to World Commission … Read more
The Golden Fiber Revolution: Unlocking the Potential of Hemp The world is on the cusp of a revolution, not in the realm of guns and gunpowder, but in the realm of fibers. This revolution, driven by the resurgence of hemp, promises to reshape industries, revitalize economies, and offer a sustainable solution to some of the … Read more
Clay and PotteryPottery Work Clay and Pottery work is a fascinating and ancient art form that has been practiced by humans for centuries. Clay is a versatile material that can be used to create a wide variety of objects, from simple cups and bowls to intricate sculptures and works of art. Pottery is made by … Read more
ECOLOGY Ecology is defined “as a scientific study of the relationship of the living organisms with each other and with their Environment.” The classical texts of the Vedic period such as the Vedas, the Samhitas, the Brahmanas and the Aranyakas–Upanishads contain many references to ecological concepts .The Indian treatise on medicine, the Caraka- Samhita … Read more