green awareness 2010: New Standards for Home Efficiency Retrofits? - 11/19/10 03:23 PM
New Standards for Home Efficiency Retrofits? In an article for Environmental Network News, David Gabel reveals that the EPA is seeking to establish new standards for home improvements that would increase energy efficiency. The EPA is asking for comments from the public., and has released a draft protocol (see link below) for that purpose. Real estate professionals may choose to weigh in on the best practice tools that would protect indoor air quality during a home energy retrofit. The goal of this action by the EPA is to devise a set of standards that would ultimately ensure health standards of building occupants … (3 comments)
green awareness 2010: Green Neighborhoods- Affordable Homes-The Eco Villages at Crest Mountain- Asheville, NC - 08/27/10 08:20 AM
Here in Asheville NC people have come to expect leading edge innovation in sustainable development. In the post below, CLINT LASHER who is himself involved in raising green awareness as the Project Manager at The Villages at Crest Mountain, talks about making dreams of an affordable "Green' home come true (see 12 second video, below) --The Dream:A LEED for NeighborhoodTMregistered project at The Villages at Crest Mountain, Asheville, NC. What excatly is a A LEED for NeighborhoodTM registered project ? When you visit him at the Villages (just 5 minutes from downtown Asheville) as I did recently, he will be happy to explain... … (2 comments)
green awareness 2010: What's On YOUR Lucky Green Roof? Part 2. An Irish Lad in Boston's Southie. - 03/17/10 08:01 AM
In Part 1 of this series, we admitted that after visiting Asheville NC's LEED Certified Blue Ridge Parkway Center and the Green Roof we became Roof Nuts, intrigued with the concept and possibilities today's roofs offer . Features such as roof color, stormwater runoff systems, skylights improve sustainability and quality of life. But the most fascinating of all for us is The "Lucky" Green Roof. According to Wikipedia, "A green roof is a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane. It may also include additional layers such as … (7 comments)
green awareness 2010: 20 Eco-Savvy Steps Sellers Can Take to Attract Eco-Friendly Buyers and a Speedier Sale- Part 1 - 03/03/10 12:05 PM
20 Eco-Savvy Steps Sellers Can Take to Attract Eco-Friendly Buyers and a Speedier Sale Looking for added value, Buyers demand eco-friendly features and Sellers benefit from that demand. . Sellers, you know the "Banish the Clutter!" anthem.Creating a great first impression is important, but investing in a home- and that's what Buyers are doing- means Buyers also are looking for added value. Today's buyers demand eco-friendly features such as those found in an energy-efficient house. Going healthy sells. Smart eco-renovations sell. And slashing the monthly energy bill, reducing water usage and costs, improving indoor air quality attracts Buyers. If you want to make … (31 comments)
green awareness 2010: Top 5 Eco-Friendly Trends for Investors to Watch in 2010 - 02/08/10 11:41 PM
What eco-friendly trends in real estate are Investors watching these days? Here are my Top 5 picks for 2010. "Cradle to Cradle" Design - fully reclaiming or re-using products end "cradle to grave" cycle of manufactured products.Example: In Detroit, The Ford River Rouge Complexredevelopment is an example of this concept, and is a direct result of FoMoCo consultation with William McDonough, who with his partner originated the concept. Reported Michigan Land Use, "The entrance to the Rouge complex is turning into a 1.5-mile-long green boulevard with 22 acres of wetlands, trees, and shrubs. Some 1,500 trees and other plantings are starting to surround … (2 comments)
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New Standards for Home Efficiency Retrofits? In an article for Environmental Network News, David Gabel reveals that the EPA is seeking to establish new standards for home improvements that would increase energy efficiency. The EPA is asking for comments from the public., and has released a draft protocol (see link below) for that purpose. Real estate professionals may choose to weigh in on the best practice tools that would protect indoor air quality during a home energy retrofit.
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