green landlords: Bicycle Friendly Communities Earn Awards - 11/17/08 10:36 AM
The League of American Bicyclists has announced the winners of this year's most bike-friendly communities.
These awards go to communities that have made measurable efforts to integrate bicycles into their communities. Ninety-six communities have been awarded in thirty two states. There are five categories that local and national reviewers look at: … (2 comments)
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green landlords: Ladies' Night and the New Green 'Party' - 09/16/08 10:35 AM
Women's Voices for the Earth, a national environmental health group is on a mission to remove an insidious health threat hiding under your kitchen sink: the chemicals you use to clean.
Daily exposure to these popular household cleaning products has been linked to a myriad of health problems, from short-term problems like skin … (1 comments)
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green landlords: Plant a Popular Alternative to Chlorine in Pools - 09/02/08 12:58 PM
Is chlorine in swimming pools hazardous to your health?
Chlorine is commonly used in swimming pools to provide disinfection in the water, but it's a known respiratory irritant to mucous membranes and lungs.
There are now healthy alternatives. This chlorine alternative is totally renewable, hasn't been processed, and when you're done … (4 comments)
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green landlords: Economic Stimulus Act to Benefit Apartment Owners, Environment - 08/01/08 02:52 PM
by Matt DiChiara, MyNewPlace
An aspect of the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008, one that you most likely did not hear the talking heads and pundits discussing, is an incentive designed to increase commercial real estate construction.
A potential upshot of this ignored section could be the most cost-effective way for … (1 comments)
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green landlords: How to Grow a Community, and a Garden - 07/16/08 03:49 PM
Community gardens are making a comeback.
During World Wars I and II, vegetable, fruit, and herb gardens were called 'victory gardens', and they were considered morale boosters. People felt rewarded for providing their own food and making a contribution. In 1943, 20 million gardeners succeeded in providing 8 million tons of food.
Today, victory … (1 comments)
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green landlords: The Farmer in the Dell Didn't Drink Bottled Water - 07/01/08 06:23 PM
The farmer in the dell, of children's song fame, didn't drink bottled water. He didn't have the choice. His drinking water probably came from a well, and so does mine. Living just outside the city limits, I have a well on my property.
The water has been tested and is fine to drink. But I don't … (0 comments)
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green landlords: The Grass Is Greener In Greater Madison - 06/10/08 12:35 PM
The "green" prize is awarded this week to Madison, more specifically to the continued efforts of a group of environmentally aware citizens in Madison, Wisconsin.
These residents were concerned with the health and environmental effects of pesticides and fertilizer use in their community.
First, volunteers formed the Greater Madison Healthy Lawn Team, Inc. Later, in the spring … (1 comments)
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green landlords: Earth Day 2008 - A Call for Climate and a Worldwide Feast of Festivals - 04/15/08 10:04 AM
This year's Earth Day, organized by Earth Day Network, is an extravaganza with edge. Earth Day Network was founded by the organizers of the first official Earth Day in 1970, and its goal today is to increase environmental awareness around the world.
This year's theme is A Call for Climate which is a … (1 comments)
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green landlords: Replacement Windows: Making Sense of U-Factors, Low E- Coatings, and Argon Jargon - 03/20/08 10:30 AM
Windows filled with argon gas are being advertised as the latest in energy efficiency, and in theory this technology should work.
When manufacturers fill the space between two panes of window glass with argon, the thermal insulation is increased by reducing the conductivity of the air space between the layers.
In a sealed … (0 comments)
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green landlords: Radishes Stop Aphids and Ants Don’t Like Spearmint - Natural Pest Control for Your Home and Garden - 03/06/08 02:47 PM
Most people know that pesticides can be toxic, hurting people and pets, but did you know that certain plants repel insects and reroute scampering mice? Companion planting is a form of natural pest control. Insects and animals don't like the smell and taste of certain plants, so the trick is to mix these plants in with your … (3 comments)
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green landlords: DESPERATELY SEEKING GREEN LINKS - 03/04/08 02:01 PM
I am compiling a free (national) directory of green links for our website. I'm coming across some great information. For example, SMUD (Northern California's utility co.) has a fun carbon calculator that shows how big my carbon footprint is-apparently bigger than average I'm sorry to say! But, at least they offer some tips … (12 comments)
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green landlords: What Skateboarding and Commercial Investing Have in Common - 03/01/08 10:38 PM
Learn Why Commercial Investors Lead the Way in Green Upgrades
"Trends always start with commercial properties. It makes sense. You have a hundred, or thousands of units versus one family. The bottom line hits you faster and harder than in residential sales.
If you need to attract a tenant, but your old furnace … (1 comments)
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green landlords: A BRUSH WITH KINDNESS - 02/22/08 12:33 PM
Habitat for Humanity of the Mississippi Gulf Coast has its headquarters this year in Biloxi, Mississippi. During a week long event, from May 11 through May 16, 2008, Habitat for Humanity's Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project volunteers will build ten new houses in Biloxi, twenty more in nearby Pascagoula, and repair or … (1 comments)
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green landlords: ARE YOU PLANNING TO INSTALL ON-SITE CHARGERS FOR YOUR TENANTS’ ELECTRIC VEHICLES? - 02/19/08 02:45 PM
Given the widespread popularity of the new electric vehicles, tenants will undoubtedly be looking for ways to refuel at home. With all of the considerations that go into this decision, it certainly is time to review your options and devise a plan for EV Charging Stations on your rental site.
As tenants transfer … (3 comments)
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green landlords: Brad Pitt Builds Green (and Pink) in New Orleans - 02/15/08 11:21 AM
The first sustainable housing community in the Ninth Ward is underway, and the project includes five homes and one eighteen unit apartment building built according to "green" standards. As an extension to his first project, Brad Pitt announced in December 2007 the creation of a new foundation called "Make It Right." … (4 comments)
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green landlords: “Green” Flooring Adds Value to Your Building, not Allergens - 02/13/08 11:37 AM
You've probably heard it said that "the harder the surface the cleaner the floor." It's true that clean floors free of dust and pet hair are better for everyone, but for individuals with allergies or chemically sensitive immune systems, the most important factor is high or low VOC's. Volatile organic compounds are in many … (2 comments)
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green landlords: Landlords: Are Your Tenants Washing Away Energy Savings? - 02/11/08 05:08 PM
Choosing whether to provide common area laundry facilities for tenants or in-unit washers and dryers relies on a lot of factors - the number of tenants, availability of maintenance workers (to dredge socks out of the drain pipes of hungry washers), the layout of your space, and the preferences of your prospective tenants who … (0 comments)
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