VW Diesels Made in USA – Autoline Daily 490

Autoline Daily has learned that VW is tooling up its new assembly plant in Tennessee to build up to 85 percent diesels when it introduces its new mid-size sedan. A look at Jaguar’s latest concept, the C-X75, unveiled in Paris. Researchers in Japan have developed a hybrid car that doesn’t use rare-earth metals. All that and more, plus a preview of this week’s Autoline Detroit with the President of Audi of America, Johan de Nysschen.

Kiwanis thanks contributors who ‘made Corn Days possible’

5300 charging stations for electric cars
More than 5300 charging stations will be installed in Michigan as the birthplace of the US auto industry prepares for the introduction of electric cars like the Chevrolet Volt, General Motors said.

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2011 Budget: A quantum leap to achieve Vision 2020
Full text of the 2011 Budget speech by Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak yesterday. PRAISE be to Allah, for enabling me to table the 2011 National Budget. Indeed, this is a significant budget.

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Cities race to plug in electrics
Chicago — It’s not enough to be charged up about electric vehicles coming later this year; cities have to prove they’re plug-worthy.

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For Car Buyers With Good Credit, Deals Abound
As lenders have loosened the reins a bit, many more buyers are choosing leasing deals.

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Kiwanis thanks contributors who ‘made Corn Days possible’
Carmi, Ill. — The businesses, institutions and people who made the 2010 Carmi Corn Days celebration possible were publicly thanked Thursday afternoon.

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Nanostructures Made From Edible Materials Could Be Used For Gas Storage, Food And Medical Technologies

Germany to extend life of nuclear reactors
BERLIN (AFP) – Germany will extend the life of its 17 nuclear reactors by 12 years on average, Environment Minister Norbert Roettgen announced Monday after marathon talks on the controversial issue.

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Germany extends life of nuclear reactor
Germany said it would extend the life of its nuclear reactors by 12 years after marathon talks on the controversial issue.

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Senate: Miller vs. McAdams
Alaskans will be getting to know more about Joe Miller, the Fairbanks attorney and political novice who pulled off what may be the Republican primary election upset of the year.

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Meixsell takes her message Down Under
A female protester dressed as a platypus attempts to gain entry to the Parliament building in Brisbane, Queensland, during an Aug. 4 anti-drilling rally.

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Nanostructures Made From Edible Materials Could Be Used For Gas Storage, Food And Medical Technologies
Sugar, salt, alcohol and a little serendipity led a Northwestern University research team to discover a new class of nanostructures that could be used for gas storage and food and medical technologies. And the compounds are edible. The porous crystals are the first known all-natural metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) that are simple to make. Most other MOFs are made from petroleum-based ingredients …

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How It’s Made (Season 11 / Episode 3 / Part 2)

Discovery Channel: How It’s Made === 133 How It’s Made 11×03 (Pencils, Metal Recycling, Coffee)

Biodegradable Products Made by Civil Society Producer

The biodegradable materials begin to increase their popularity as many companies choose to manufacture products that will protect the environment. For example a company that was producing credit cards has launched the first biodegradable card. The product is made of a material called BIOPVC which attracts the microorganisms. They will consume the carbon from the material and when they have finished it there will be only carbon dioxide, water and salt left. The producer gave insurances that the biodegradable card does not contain any harmful substance.

Other companies have produced biodegradable utensils. Ecological plates are made from sugar can and reed pulp. Their producers insist on the fact that they are non-toxic, biodegradable, but at the same time they offer the client the same quality of a normal plate. Cornstarch, grass fibers and wood are two other materials used for the manufacture of biodegradable utensils and biodegradable bags.

Other food containers, cutlery and cups are produced from bamboo and rice husks. They are thought to be 100% biodegradable and environment friendly. The same biodegradable materials are used for the production of pods which are going to be used in the gardens. This ensures a better protection of the surrounding areas.

To avoid the waste of energy and the pollution caused by the big batteries the scientists have created the first batteries that are environment friendly. The biodegradable batteries are flexible and made of paper and cellulose.

Some people even thought of giving up the cement and hard materials used for tombs and go for greener alternatives. A company has developed the first biodegradable coffin for those who want to remain ecologists even after their death. This coffin is called Ecopod and is made of recycled paper. Hand-woven Somerset willow, formaldehyde-free plywood and fair-trade-certified bamboo are the other materials available for those who want to choose such a coffin.

The list of products presented above should be a source of inspiration for any person that wants to protect the world from being covered in mountains of trash. Biodegradable products are a good alternative to plastic products which will decompose in months or even years after they have been thrown away.

Where is the car which runs on Hydrogen which was supposed to be on the market by 2005 made by GMC?

GMC said on one of those 60 minute programs back in 2004 the they invented a vehicle which would run on hydrogen and would be on the market in 2005. Where is it?

How is Recycled Paper Made?

With the rising cost of gas getting so much attention we are beginning to take a more serious look at our environment.  Everyone has heard the term “recycled paper” but how many of us really know what that means?  Here is a brief explanation of how recycled paper is made.

In very simple terms, recycled paper is made much the same way as brand new, virgin paper.  The basic difference in taking paper that has been used previously and reusing or recycling it is that the used or waste paper must first be cleaned. 

1) Collection.  Waste paper is collected or recovered by collection or recycling centers.  It is then sorted by grade and forwarded to paper mills to be used in the recycled paper making process.

2) Breaking it down. Waste paper is put into large vats to which water and chemicals are added.  This mixture is stirred by large beaters to separate the paper fibers that are then forced through a screening process to remove the large contaminants from the pulped fibers.  The remaining mixture or pulp as it is now called is put in a centrifuge that spins the mushy mixture to separate the dense or even more undesirable foreign particles from the mix.

3) Washing it clean. Almost clean, it is time to remove the ink from the pulp in a process called deinking.  This is done much like your laundry.  Detergents called surfactants are added to wash the pulp and air is injected that causes bubbles to float through the mixture taking the ink with it.  The resulting foam layer is removed from the top to leave the now cleaned and deinked pulp behind.  If necessary, further bleaching may be required to produce even whiter paper.

4) Remixing.  At this point the recycled fiber can be added to new or virgin wood fibers if desired.  You will notice that recycled paper is often labeled as 100% recycled with a certain percentage of post-consumer waste.  Pre-consumer waste is material that was discarded before product made its way to the consumer such as scrap from the paper making process at the paper mill.  Post-consumer waste is material discarded after the consumer used it, such as old newspapers.  Mixing post-consumer and virgin wood fibers assures a strong paper bond.

5) Making the paper. The mixture is now ready to be made into paper just as it would be if it were totally new fibers.  The pulp is mixed with water and chemicals and refined by spreading it across a fast moving screen, allowing water to drain.  A series of felt rollers and heated metal rollers force even more water from the mixture leaving what looks almost like paper behind.  A coating may be added at this point to add a certain finish to the paper, like a glossy or dull coating for example.  The finished paper is then wound on huge rolls.

The next time you see the recycled or chasing arrows symbol on paper products you will have a much better understanding of the process that went into the making of that product.  You might also be interested in noticing the percentage of post-consumer fibers used.  Paper products like holiday cards usually print that information on the back of the card.  Take a look and do your part by recycling your post-consumer products and by buying products such as holiday cards from companies like www.cardsdirect.com printed on recycled paper.

 

 

Green ideas that made millions

Rolovich unsure where he’ll be during games
University of Hawaii offensive coordinator Nick Rolovich is in search of a view to a thrill. “We’re looking at the two options,” said Rolovich, who is deciding between calling the Warriors’ football plays from the sideline or coaches’ booth.

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Memo says immigrants could get green cards
Under program called Dream Act An internal memo prepared for the head of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services says it is possible to provide green cards or delay deportation for hundreds of thousands of immigrants who are now living and working in the United States without papers or permanent residence.

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Keep your living environment green this summer
(ARA) – At one time it wasn’t easy being green, but these days, consumers are finding a variety of ways to green their lives by recycling and buying products from environmentally conscious companies. From simple home maintenance to daily purchases, greening your lifestyle can translate into a healthier home environment for you and your family.

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Keep your living environment green this summer
(ARA) – At one time it wasn’t easy being green, but these days, consumers are finding a variety of ways to green their lives by recycling and buying products from environmentally conscious companies. From simple home maintenance to daily purchases, greening your lifestyle can translate into a healthier home environment for you and your family.

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Green ideas that made millions
As more and more Americans go green, environmentally sustainable innovations are translating into big bucks for entrepreneurs.

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Who here has made the switch to hydrogen for your car?

I am very interested in this alternative fuel, and believe it can be used for many purposes such as heating homes. What do you know about it?

Eco Friendly Green Living Flooring Choices Made Easy!

Are you looking for an eco friendly flooring option? You will be surprised to learn that it is easy to find exactly the look and feel you’ve been searching for that is environmentally friendly and beautiful at the same time. Most of the flooring options listed below will be easy to find and comparative in price to less environmentally friendly choices.

Manufacturers of home building supplies are working hard to do their part to create more eco friendly products. And the more study and research they put into these items the better the benefits to your wallet and to the environment.

Rugs – Rugs can be made from everything from recycled soda bottles to candy wrappers and plastic bags to old blue jeans. Many of these rugs are easy to clean and can be used indoors or outdoors.

Reclaimed Hardwood – Oftentimes wood can be reclaimed from old buildings and refinished and placed in your home. This not only gives you a beautiful look, but it lessens the impact on the environment since fewer trees are being cut down.

Carpeting – Recycled carpet is not only safe for your family, but it’s safe for the environment and looks much better on your floor than in a landfill. It comes with the same durability guarantees as virgin synthetic fiber carpets. And if you recycle the carpet you’re replacing it’s a double environmentally friendly upgrade to your home.

Cork – Cork flooring is actually good for the environment and is family friendly. The cork is harvested from the bark of a living tree. This process actually stimulates the tree growth. It is soft and warm under your feet. When a plate is dropped on the floor the cushion of the cork will prevent it from breaking. The plate will leave a dent in the floor that will bounce back after a few hours.

Bamboo – Bamboo is a great choice for environmentally friendly flooring. Although bamboo may look like wood, it is actually a grass that grows back in about four years.

Linoleum – Linoleum is biodegradable and does not release toxic fumes.It can be purchase in any design or theme you might want. It is easy to install and long lasting.

Recycled Glass Floor Tiles – Those glass bottles that you’ve sent to the recycling center can find their way back into your home in the form of flooring tiles. It’s truly amazing the color options you’ll find. No two tiles are exactly alike, making your design options endless.

Now that you know how easy it is to pick out flooring that is both environmentally friendly and easier on your wallet, go ahead and get started. Decide which flooring option you’d like and take a trip to your local home improvement center.

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