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Can E-bikes help the Environment? [Infographic]

November 6November 7Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged carbon footprint, co2, Cycling, e-bike, ecogreenlove, electric bike, environment, green living, green solutions, greenhouse gas emissions, infographic, sustainability, transport

Using an e-bike regularly could have a positive impact towards fighting climate change

After only 1,000km an e-bike would offset all carbon emissions produced by its production
89.5 million tonnes of CO2 is produced by road travel per year, whereas e-bikes produce none
Built-in battery packs on modern e-bikes can take you 257 laps of an Olympic track

Utilising data from The Department for Transport**, an infographic has been created that looks at total greenhouse gas emissions produced by standard modes of transport versus e-bikes. This is in a bid to encourage people to think about the environment and their role in helping it.

Commissioned by cycling specialists, Cycle Republic, the infographic highlights that if sustainably produced electricity is used for the manufacturing of e-bikes, they will emit almost zero CO2 and produce very little noise whilst on the road.

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Keys to a Happier Commute [Infographic]

June 17Posted in HealthTagged carpool, commuting, Cycling, ecogreenlove, Health, infographic, long commute, lose weight, mental health, public transportation

The way we travel affects our mood and our health. This infographic shows how that happens and some ways to make the most of a long commute.

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Benefits of Going Green in Business [Infographic]

September 27October 4Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged car pool, Cycling, environmentally friendly, go green, green, green business, health benefits, infographic, money saving, public relations, Recycling, simple steps, tipsLeave a comment

With customer preferences shifting towards more sustainable products and services, more and more businesses are making the extra effort to go green. There are many ways in which these practices can benefit a company, from lowering everyday costs to gaining an edge over close competition, it can even help boost employee satisfaction. So if you want to find out more about how going green can benefit a business, check out the infographic below.

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The Ultimate Guide to Biking and Cycling [Infographic]

May 31June 1Posted in Exercise, HealthTagged benefits, bike, biking, copenhagen, Cycling, denmark, essentials, fixed-gear, gears, guide, hand signals, Health, hybrid, infographic, lingo, maintenance, mountain, race, road, safety, triathlon, ultimate, workoutLeave a comment

Illustration by Laura Culhane. Text by Sarah Koppelkam. Infographic by Greatist

Health Secrets from Around the Globe

May 14May 14Posted in HealthTagged alzheimer, arctic root, Bicycle, Brain, chew, cocoa, curry, Cycling, diesease, diet, eat, eating, full, golden root, greece, hara hachi bu, Health, healthy, heart, herb, india, japan, nap, netherlands, panama, pure, rest, rhodiola rosea, russia, secrets, siesta, sleep, stress, tips, turmeric, unprocessed, worldLeave a comment

By Dr. Mehmet Oz on Oprah.com

From the Japanese to the Russians, the Greeks to the Kuna Indians of Panama, every culture has its own secrets to better health and longer life. These traditional remedies and practices—like drinking a calming herbal tea or cooking with a particular spice—might seem inconsequential, but researchers are discovering that these little things can make a world of difference. Try importing these six habits, all worth bringing home.

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