For many years, potable water was taken for granted. Utility rates did little to discourage wasteful water practices until about 15 years ago. That’s when prices began to rise, and they haven’t stopped. More…
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GAF (Sponsored Content)
Re-roofing presents possibly the best opportunity since the house was built to make energy and efficiency improvements. While the roof is off, you can work from the top down, and make a variety of improvements. Consider the following six steps to green your re-roof project: More…
There are a growing number of options for homeowners seeking to use energy-efficient lighting fixtures. This buyer's guide will help you select the most energy efficient and environmentally sensitive option for your needs. More…
The most basic thing you’ve got to know about going green is how to select an energy efficient bulb. More…
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Saving energy is simple—with occupancy/vacancy sensors.
One of the easiest energy-saving solutions you can add to your home is an occupancy /vacancy sensor. More…
Improving the energy efficiency of your roof doesn’t have to be costly. Small improvements can deliver a big difference, not only to your home’s energy usage, but also to the size of your energy bill. More…
For the 90-some percent of us for whom a living roof doesn’t make sense, the benefits of such a roof are still attainable. Our experts have weighed in on the various ways to achieve a green roof's benefits without planting your roof. More…
Sinks, dishwashers, and garbage disposals give you plenty of options for how you can stop wasting one of our planet’s most valuable resources, whether you’re building new, renovating an old space, or just making do with what you’ve got. More…
Knowing where to start with grey water recycling isn’t easy. Here’s our guide to “going grey” no matter what your budget. More…