Normal tobacco cigarette smoking is fast becoming the number one most-hated activity worldwide.  Far stricter anti-smoking laws have recently been introduced in many countries, including South Africa and the message from governments is clear. They are saying "Quit smoking, or we are going to make it very tough for you!"

Electronic cigarettes are the latest trend in healthy alternatives to cigarette smoking.  They can be used anywhere and anytime, such as in restaurants, cinemas, shopping malls...
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Smokers are now able to "go green" by using an electronic cigarette. There is no ignition, no combustion and no smoke. Add to this that there is no mess, no fire hazard and no tobacco and the associated chemicals and tars and you have a winner!

What Exactly Is An Electronic Cigarette And How Does It Work?

Smokers everywhere are being forced to smoke outside -- and with good reason. The second hand smoke issued from a traditional cigarette has been linked to numerous health problems, causing man...
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Local innovations in electric and solar vehicles are set to spur adoption. SA mulls electric travel.

Electric vehicles and, more specifically, solar-powered electric vehicles, are still something the average South African considers an impossibility, says Carel Snyman, an energy specialist and consultant.

Snyman exhibited the South African National Energy Research Institute's (Saneri's) solar powered electric utility vehicle at the Renewable Energy Expo last week, which formed part of the four-...
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Using E85 Ethanol as an alternative fuel has become almost a rage in the United States.  There is a new trend towards making our transportation needs more environmentally friendly.  As global warming is becoming a growing concern, more and more people want to do their part to make sure that we have a world to live in for the next 2,000 years.  Using E85 Ethanol as an alternative fuel for your vehicle is a great way to start.

E85 Ethanol is a product that contains 85 percent ethanol and 15 perc...
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While you can save a lot of money by installing solar energy in your home, the first place to start saving, is by cutting down on how much energy you actually use.

This is because solar energy installations can be rather expensive. If you can cut back on your basic power usage, then you can cover all your energy needs by instaling a smaller system. This will make your solar return on investment much greater.

So what are the quickest ways to use less power at home? A few simple steps can reduce...
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There is a huge urgency right now for people to switch from gasoline powered vehicles, to those that run on alternative fuels. 

The fact of the matter is that alternative fuels are far more environmentally friendly and can actually help conserve the natural resources that we use to produce gasoline. 

Here are some fast facts about alternative fuel:

* Alternative fuels such as methanol, ethanol, compressed natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas, and electricity produce fewer tail pipe pollutants,...
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