I've been foresaking disposable batteries and using rechargeable ones wherever I can for some time now. I know they are definitely better for my wallet; but what about the environment? And where can I recycle them once they're worn out? Here's what I found out.

A solar power system is made up of just a few components, but each is critical in its operation. For example, the voltage from a panel is different to mains power; so how is it converted? With an inverter - learn more in this article in my continuing series on renewable energy options.

Most of us would have amassed quite a pile of CD's and DVD's over the years. Don't throw them out - they take forever to break down and it's added waste in our already overburdened landfills. Pick up some tips on DVD and CD recycling in this article.

Considering generating electricity via wind power? A vertical axis wind turbine may be more suitabled for your renewable energy needs than a traditional horizontal axis turbine - particularly in a suburban setting.

Wind turbines offer a partial solution to the world's green, renewable energy sourced electricity needs. This article is an overview of how wind turbines work and some of the issues surrounding their use.