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Ecosia

12/11/2014

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People are brilliant.  Innovation is very much alive and continues to astonish us on a daily basis.  When we think we have seen it all... E! News is still popular (unbelievable).  Kidding, but the saying, "What will they think of next?" is more relevant today than ever.  With growing nano and biotechnologies... what will it look like in thirty years?  Will we be prepared?  Humans are adaptable creatures, and so far... all is well.  However, not everything is all water parks on Mars and Back to the Future hover boards- we still live in a chaotic and unpredictable world... this is an undeniable fact..  Yes, we face insurmountable problems (over-population, educational conundrums, and the gum-smacking, pen-clicking, close talking co-worker, who breathes satan breath so potent... it melts your skin).  

Despite our differences, we are all in agreement over certain universal needs: clean air, clean water, and an abundance of food (along with many others- but this list will suffice for now).  Regarding the aforementioned thirty years scenario- it won't be pretty unless we protect what we, as a human species, are completely dependent upon... nature.  Yeah, we know, we have been hearing this for years... what is your point?  Point is, there are people who do more than worry and fret over the issues... they act..  Ecosia has acted.  
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Ecosia is a a search engine with a goal to plant a billion trees in the Brazil rainforest.  Yes, a billion with a "b". Eighty percent of the company's surplus is donated to a Brazil tree planting program.  As we know, rainforests are irreplaceable and unparalleled CO2 sequesters and water purifiers.  Recently, their efforts resulted in one million planted trees, and accelerating.  

Tip of the hat, Ecosia... next round is on us.  Spread the word- help Ecosia become a verb..  It's simple- set Ecosia as your default search engine and continue your daily searches.  The more searches- the more trees.  The more trees... well, your grandkids will thank you..  As the saying goes, "Do well by doing good".  We are all in this together. 

Be authentic.

- Sterling
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Sun's out, guns out

12/1/2014

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Starting with a simple ecosia search, I found DFW Solar Electric.  The first step required a submittal of basic information (electric bill range, number of floors, energy provider, sun/roof affinity, etc...).  Within a twenty minutes, I received a call verifying my information and scheduling a consultative visit.  A day later, a consultant rang the doorbell with a prepared four page cost-benefit analysis and a smile.  It is amazing what we can do with data these days.  
I am a renewable energy believer, and decided to research the holistic impact of solar panels.  I am based in Texas (predominately a fossil fuel burning state), and was curious how implementing solar would change my environmental footprint, economical position, and neighborhood image.   
After an simple and harmless thirty minute conversation, I was educated on the diminishing governmental solar incentives, economical and environmental benefits, and azimuth.  I am pleased with the findings.  I see a few beers and a serious discussion in my future.  Below are the results of installing solar PV panels:
Economic costs and savings:

- Net Cost (year of installation)                  $11,812
- Utility Savings over system life               $42,954
- Return on Investment                             10%
- Savings (first year)                                $1,210
- Payback                                               9-10 years
- System resale value                              $24,200 

Environmental impact::

- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions 199 tons CO2- 25 yrs
- Equivalent to 7,964 trees planted
- Offsets 674,915 miles driven by a small car
- Offsets 253,631 miles from SUV
- Offsets 410,515 air miles
- Offsets CO2 waste from 362 people
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    Sterling Faubel

    Dallas, TX

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