Experts share how to keep pipes from freezing as temperatures plunge this winter

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — While it’s not looking like we’ll get a white Christmas in the Tennessee Valley this year, that doesn’t mean we won’t see freezing temperatures. And if your not prepared for these sub-freezing temperatures, your pipes could burst. Here’s how to prevent that from happening. We spoke with Elder’s ACE Hardware, who tells […]

Here’s How to Level-up Indoor Pools with Daylight Solutions

© Marcel Rickli Photography Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest Whatsapp Or https://www.archdaily.com/1022632/heres-how-to-level-up-indoor-pools-with-daylight-solutions Water and daylight? At first glance, they seem like distant concepts: one is tangible, while the other, —though intangible—, manifests itself through its effects and perceptible qualities. Both are powerful and recurring resources in architectural design, often employed only for compositional purposes. […]

Energy expert Vaclav Smil on how to feed the world without trashing it

Here is a recipe for a thought-provoking, if not wholly appetising, snack: slice up a large tomato and pour over five or six tablespoons of your favourite cooking oil. Depending on where you got your tomato, that oil represents roughly the amount of diesel fuel needed to grow and deliver it to your plate. Bon […]

How to spend €14.1B windfall from Apple – POLITICO

And finally in 2021, as the administration of Joe Biden and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development jointly pushed to force low-tax jurisdictions such as Ireland to raise their rates closer to international norms in the mid-20s, the Irish held out until they won a commitment to cap that increase at 15 percent. That […]

Estonia knows how to spend EU money – POLITICO

Alongside the major regional development projects, a minor part of the fund will be dedicated to entertainment activities which, the Estonian finance ministry says, will give residents the opportunity to participate in the transition process through civic initiatives. “Anyone with an idea that meets the grant conditions can submit an application to the implementing unit […]

How To Prevent Drowning, The Leading Cause Of Death For Young Kids

In the U.S., each year from 2020 through 2022, drowning has resulted in over 4,500 reported deaths. … [+] That’s an increase of 500 deaths per year from 2019. (Photo: Getty) getty Are you, your family members or your friends ready to dive into a swimming pool, lake, river or some other body of water […]

How to bypass municipal water – and what it will cost you

Many South Africans are making efforts to secure their own water supply by installing boreholes or water tank systems. This comes as crumbling water infrastructure is making water outages an increasing issue. While water tank systems are likely to be much cheaper than a borehole, extended outages may still pose a threat. For more financial […]

Here is how to tell if your Houston water meter has been upgraded

Houston – Since the fall of 2021, we have reported stories of Houston water customers drained by astronomical bills they don’t understand. Calls and complaints to the water department are met with the same response: The customer must have a leak and they are responsible for paying the outrageous bills. At the root of Houston’s […]

How to Pre-Size a Gutter

The Room Behind the Wall / livni +. Image © Marcos Guiponi Share Share Facebook Twitter Mail Pinterest Whatsapp Or https://www.archdaily.com/1013493/how-to-pre-size-a-gutter As commonly understood, gutters are elements installed along the edges of roofs and balconies to channel rainwater. Their primary function is to collect water flowing over the roof’s surface and direct it to the […]