Finding and using alternate energy sources is of vital importance to your future, and mine. Some say that the human race may have about fifty years in which to get "it" right—or just to survive... Or within fifteen some reports say. Or ten?
And - despite price fluctuations - just think of that ever-rising cost of petrol!
Reducing the energy you and I use daily is one practical, and significant thing almost anyone can do.
This website informs you about many alternate energy sources.
It tells you about those choices that you can make today to make a difference.
For today, and for the future.
For your children, and theirs.
We live on a beautiful planet. But… it is also a planet that’s full of many unpredictabilities and limits. Of course you and I are very vulnerable just because life is like that.
The effects of global warming are putting us to the test. I tell you how.
You want to know about all kinds of renewable energy. I tell you all about them.
You want to know how you may save energy. I show you what you can do.
What are governments doing? I discuss that.
What can you do in your home, about transport, your work? I give you resources.
It sure is a "character-building" place, this home of ours, don’t you agree? Hmmm…
As if that is not enough we are now at a point where the effects of human behaviour and thought over the last 500 years or so are catching up with us.
The daily reports that you are reading, of all kinds of ill-effects of global warming and pollution, are part of that picture on an unprecedented and growing scale.
An overwhelming thought, right?
Sorry… what did you say? Ah, you agree? Yes…
You and I are in dire straits indeed.
The planet’s environmental problems are so great that we can even speak of a disabled world. Just consider these alone:
Global warming
Melting ice sheets and glaciers
Floods and droughts
Great hurricanes and cyclones
Species extinction
New and resurgent diseases
All these, and more, are problems for our immediate future. Yours, mine, our children’s, and theirs.
We could say that we now collectively find ourselves with our backs pressed up firmly against a wall—one at least in part of our own making.
Well…
Hello there!
Welcome! Fancy meeting you under such circumstances! Wish it could have been more relaxed and comfortable, but nice meeting you anyway.
I am Dr Erik Leipoldt. I have a PhD in philosophy but you’ll find no "mere philosophy" here.
I have long been greatly concerned about the sustainability of our world and of course I am not alone.
Also, I have known for a long time, first-hand, what it is like to feel the wall pressing against my back, and how to live well with great limitations and vulnerabilities.
I am hardly ever comfortable in my wheelchair.
I have lived with quadriplegia for almost thirty years and have had to make the best out of a bad situation… And I have.
You are here because you think it is obvious that global warming is real and so are its problems. You are concerned that life will be much less comfortable.
You want to know what you can do about that. Or… you don’t know but you want to know more.
You’ve come to the right place.
My website about alternate energy sources takes a practical approach.
Here I inform you about the nature of issues we face, and about latest technological answers and services. All about alternate energy sources.
I also use my personal experience and that of countless other people who have made successful, flourishing lives in the face of great challenges and limits.
Limits, dependence and vulnerability. All inescapable realities of life for anyone!
Without being arrogant, there’s gold in them thar experiences! Practical wisdom towards sustainable living. A valuable alternate energy source!
Gold for free! The alchemists’ dream!
I’ll give you some of the answers to a more energy-efficient life. A consciously interdependent life. Of course, having said that, I did not say I’d offer immediate "solutions". Of course, no-one can. If they do, don’t believe them.
No-one can wind the clock back and the effects of global warming will be with us for a long time no matter what technology we may invent and use.
It is a matter of learning to live with that reality smartly.
And with "smart", I mean using head and heart as the ultimate alternate energy sources.
So, you get the idea? My website is not just about how to survive.
Alternate Energy Sources.com is about how to make the best out of a globally tricky situation.
It’s about surviving AND thriving!
You can just start where you are!
Want to know about how to build an energy-efficient home or adapt the one you live in?
About energy-efficient transport?
Or about wind power, solar energy, or about causes of global warming?
I’ll tell you about them. And more…
Our current problems, and the way we shape responses to them, are connected to how we think about our environment and how we use its resources.
You and I need to make wise choices for a sustainable world.
Choices that do not cost the earth. Choices about our behaviour. And choices that you are making anyway.
Alternate energy sources! Check them out on my site.
Do what you can do and feel better now for doing something for a better future.
You’re with me? See you on the next page.
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What Is Wind Energy? Blowing Hot And Cold The increasing pressures of global warming means that more people than ever want to find out about what is wind energy. Find out here.
Ways To Save Energy In A Warming World There are many ways to save energy. Save energy in small and big ways. Here are plenty of energy saving tips about what you can do today.
The Cause Of Global Warming - Is It Us? The cause of global warming. The use of alternate energy sources can help, but it also requires a change of thinking to remove the cause.
The Kyoto Treaty -An Important Symbol Against Global Warming? The Kyoto Treaty is an international agreement between nations to keep greenhouse gas emissions down. It is a response against global warming. Success of its efforts depends on you and I.
Hybrid Cars - Part Of A Sustainable Future Hybrid cars combine energy from petrol and electricity to produce a hyper-low emission, cheap to run, quiet motor vehicle that recharges itself as you drive. Good for planet Earth.
Work From Home And Save Energy Work from home enables you to work where you live and reduce or stop commuting every day. Cities everywhere are choked with traffic. Start working locally and follow your passion.
Alternate Energy Sources Articles Free articles about alternate energy sources, renewable energy, energy efficient home design and much more
About Erik Leipoldt Who is Erik Leipoldt? A baby boomer of course. Who else but people from the ”irresponsible” generation would put up a website about environmental and social responsibility—and about what you can do?
Local Effects Of Global Warming - Tell The World Until we experience the local effects of global warming first-hand little real action will happen. So, tell the world your story about effects. What do you see in your daily life.
Effects Of Global Warming - Affecting You The effects of global warming are many. How are they affecting you, and everyone. Finding out is part of learning what to do.
Your Global Warming Quotes - Tell Them Global warming quotes mostly come from the mouths of well-known people. Has your child or greengrocer said something memorable on climate change? Tell them!
Global Warming Impacts And Disability - Why Is It Important? The Global warming impacts on disabled people will be severe. Unless we map them and do something about them. Learn why anyone should be concerned about this issue. Tell your story here.
Living In A Disabled World People with disabilities are especially under threat from global warming but they may also have a guiding story.
Energy Saving On Your Home Bills - Easier Than You Think Energy saving is easier than you think. There is even an instant plug-in Powersaver gadget that may save you up to 40% off your energy bills - at home, office or factory.
An Alternative Fuel Car - Is It For You? Having an alternative fuel car is easier than you think. Perhaps cheaper too. You need to know what alternative fuel is available where you live first.
Rising Ocean Levels And Planning Our Towns Rising ocean levels and coastal developments do not mix. It's official. The Australian government orders wholesale assessment of risk.
Disability And Global Warming Go Together Disability and global warming go together. After all its a disabled world through human attitudes that resulted in an impaired world through climate change. And its a permanent change.
Global Warming Quotes Can Have A Powerful Effect Global warming quotes can be powerful pronouncements. Phrases that go to the heart of the matter, electrify your mind and shock you into action.
