Asbestos is the material that has been manufactured from a mixture of fibrous minerals. The sub-classification of asbestos includes crocidolite, tremolite chrysotile, amosite, anthophyllite, actinolite. The most common forms of asbestos are amosite and chrysotile. Asbestos is durable and fire-resistant. It is also resistant to all major chemical breakdowns and reactions. That is the reason…
The top bike friendly cities in the US are Minneapolis, Portland, Boulder, Seattle, Eugene, and San Francisco, just to name a few. Here you can enjoy cycling without worrying about accidents or legal issues. Did your city make the list? What makes cities and areas bicycle-friendly mostly depends on their infrastructure. If your city’s infrastructure…
Each day you see more and more hybrid cars out and about the roads. These vehicles do not only offer superior gas mileage, but also give drivers a chance to save money by not having to use as much fuel as regular vehicles. Hybrid cars are not known for speed or performance. However, there are…
In 1817 Karl Drais, a German baron, invented the first bicycle to move faster to the royal garden alleys. It was the year when society was forever challenged by a new perspective: a new way of building spaces for people, for social engagement, for healthy and sustainable communities. The quintessence of this notion is nothing…
Gas prices fluctuate constantly. When gas prices are low the idea of taking the scenic route home doesn’t seem like such a bad one. However, when gas prices rise, taking the extra step to ensure we use our gas efficiently goes a long way to keep our wallet beefed up for the weekend. There are…
With the high price of gasoline and concern for the environment, many motorists are considering alternative-powered vehicles for transportation. There are many such vehicles now available. At the ACT Expo in Dallas to be held May 4-7, 2015, more than 200 exhibitors will display clean transportation solutions, including all types of alternative fuel – hybrid,…
The benefits of bicycling as have been widely acclaimed in recent years by city governments and bicycling and health organizations. Although these benefits are undeniable, commuters considering the switch from driving to bicycling need to know about the disadvantages as well as the advantages. Bicycling advocacy organizations, such as the Virginia Bicycling Federation, have worked…
The island state of Hawaii is the tourist destination for more than 8 million people on average every year, according to the Hawaii Tourism Authority. With that many people trying to get around, traffic can take a toll on the environment, especially given that rental cars are the transportation of choice. Fortunately, Hawaii offers valid…