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For approximately $100, you can purchase a starter kit that will allow you to control a number of units in your home. This kit includes hardware such as timers and wireless control components. It also offers computer software to interface with the system controls and appliances in your home, either when you are home or off site. written by Lynn Bulmer
Straw bales are relatively easy to work with. Basic saws and other hand tools can be used to cut and/or shape walls and window openings. These bales can be sculpted to provide unique shapes within the home, such as window seats, or coved ceilings. written by RE Writer
During the week you do all the right things to encourage a green lifestyle. You diligently separate your garbage, recycle what you can, add to a backyard composter, use energy saving lightbulbs and use a programmable thermostat. Then, the weekend comes and off you go to your lakeside cabin and all of this green thinking goes out the window. Out come the paper plates, you crank up the electric heat, BBQ twice a day and throw all your recyclables into the garbage. written by Carolyn Capalbo
Solar paneling has the advantage of not only providing energy for your household, but in some areas, you can connect it with the local electricity grid and get paid for any excess energy you send into the grid. This can provide you with a small, but regular savings on the energy that you do take from the grid in times when solar energy isn’t as abundant, like night, rainy days and in the winter. written by Ellen Bell
If you're interested in eco friendly living, also known as going green, but aren't quite sure where to get started, then this article is for you! We'll provide tips for 5 easy things you can do at home to get started. written by Ellen Bell
Are you concerned about our environment, but aren't sure what you can do to help? Going green isn't as difficult as you might think. In this article, we'll discuss five easy things you can do at home to impact the environment in a positive way. written by RE Writer
For example, you can use grey water for flushing the toilet or watering your ornamental plants. Which home areas you can take grey water from, however, rely on what sorts of chemicals you use in your home. written by David Nikolic
The corporate world is uniquely positioned to go green unlike never before. With constantly evolving technologies, the connectivity of the Internet and mobile devices, the corporate world is able to run more efficiently with less paper and minimal physical resources. Businesses are going green virtually-no office, no commute, and no paper. written by Bell Lee
Think about going green. One of the most important ways to go green is in your home. Learn about improving the eco-friendliness of where you live. written by Carolyn Capalbo
Plant a tree. Build your own forest by planting trees and seedlings. They look beautiful, provide shade and habitats for animals and birds. They'll even do their part to improve air quality by filtering out pollution and boosting oxygen. written by RE Writer
Environmental concerns are just some of the motivation behind what's known as the Small House Movement, which is a growing community of homeowners and builders that are encouraging people to live in smaller homes or in multi-family dwellings. written by Justin Lee
Home styles range from densely constructed apartments in the inner city to modest single-family homes farther out. No McMansions here... these homes will be conservative in space and the resources they require to provide people with heat, light and power. written by RE Writer
Classic log homes are one type of property that has a much smaller carbon footprint than traditionally-built houses. One reason that log homes are an excellent choice for environmentally aware buyers is the fact that log homes are made out of a naturally renewable resource. If we require loggers to use responsible logging methods such as re-planting where they cut, then we will have a steady reserve of logs for the future, without damaging the environment. written by Vikram kuamr
Have you wondered if this world is going to end? Just as any world is capable to age and end, so it is with the earth as well. written by Vikram kuamr
In the world where people discriminate races and color, there is no better way to look for common ground than to focus at the place we live in–the Earth. written by Vikram kuamr
The best way to protect your self from diseases is to live a healthy lifestyle and clean environment. written by Vikram kuamr
In essence there are two type of environment: the natural environment and the man-made environment. written by trish smith
Instead of spending your paycheck on an expensive new outfit or gadget, how about saving some cash and helping out the environment by shopping at a thrift store. written by RE Writer
There are so many green products available for your home today. From small, simple lifestyle changes to big ticket items and renovation materials, today's consumer can easily lighten their footprint and save money. written by RE Writer
It's no secret that Austin was chosen by Money Magazine as the No. 2 Best Big City in their "Best Places to Live" index, and was also picked from almost 400 U.S. cities by Moody's Economy and was rated #1 for the economic vitality index. written by Carolyn Gjerde Tu
There are plenty of Americans who like to get around with out cars. The true fact is that most families have more than one member who either doesn't own a car or doesn't even drive. Think: teenagers, young adults and even full-grown employed adults who prefer alternative transport. written by Rick LeForce
Demand for environmentally friendly buildings has grown considerably in recent years, and Realtors are making a lot of money helping investors buy and sell them. As this market grows, it's up to savvy agents to follow new green technology, and the changing interests of buyers. written by RE Writer
A new development announced, to be built in the hills of Bee Cave, has got me thinking about the importance of leaving room for green space. The proposal is for a Tuscan-style residential development, called Cielo, that will include 400 luxury flats, condos and town homes, as well as 28 acres of green space beside the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve. written by Charlie Pigeon
When parks and real estate mix, there's often a hard working local resident behind the plans. Or a couple. In the case of New York City's High Line green space and commercial corridor, two unlikely promoters (a Chelsea artist and a Village painter) sat down with developers and city planners to come up with something truly innovative: an abandoned freight railway that quickly became the city's favorite brand, and a model for how to make the most of an old industrial space. << previous page 1 next page>> |
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