eco: Eco-Friendly Siding Options - 08/22/08 07:01 PM
Sustainable siding needs to contain eco-friendly ingredients as well as be a product that will stand the test of time. When considering the eco-friendliness of a particular type of siding, make sure to account for any resins and adhesives that may have an off-gassing effect. Some popular green siding options include … (3 comments)
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eco: Letting Go - 08/20/08 09:40 AM
Today, whether due to a change in the biological clock, or finishing the process of my son's college send-off, I had one of those rare moments where two dissimilar things have a similar outcome. I was struck oddly by the thought of attachments, to things and to people which become … (1 comments)
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eco: Richmond Youth Help Solar Power the Eco Village Farm Center - 08/15/08 10:53 AM
When San Franciscans and anyone else living in the Bay Area hear about Richmond the first thing that comes to mind certainly isn’t anything related to Green, Eco, or Sustainable anything. That will hopefully change as the semi-rural farm Eco Village Farm Center, which already teaches sustainable farming and growing practices … (1 comments)
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eco: Lillypad - Vincent Callebaut Architectures - 08/14/08 11:47 PM
With oceans swelling and poised to raise at an alarming rate, it becomes apparent that a new problem - one of human displacement - could erupt into biblical proportions. A fleet of super-sized nomadic eco life-rafts wandering the currents may seem far-fetched, but perhaps much more essential than you would like … (16 comments)
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eco: California Law Adds To Energy Burden and Reflects Nation's Ignorance Of New Energy Technologies. - 08/14/08 09:58 PM
Elk River, Minn.--(ICNEWSWIRE)--August 15, 2008. The state and national energy debate in the United States reflects a gross ignorance of new energy technologies, which could save billions of barrels of imported oil annually. This nationwide ignorance is reflected in California laws mandating cool roofs that reflect solar energy. Ironically, proven technologies … (0 comments)
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eco: Green, open, recycled: The Wisconsin Trend Home-WOW and NOW! - 08/13/08 04:45 PM
Take a look at this home in the Waukesha, WI area-pretty nice!
The Wisconsin Trend Home looks great saving the planet, too!
Just a few of its green and sustainable features:
Recycled roof tiles and masonry components.
It captures 43,000 gallons of water a year that can be used for irrigation … (14 comments)
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eco: Off-Grid and ECO and Yurts, Oh My! - 08/12/08 03:00 PM
Dorothy, we are definitely NOT in Kansas anymore! What is the meaning of all this "off-grid," eco-village, self-sustainability talk? And most of all--what the heck is a YURT ?!?
Looks like Ireland is the place to go if you'd like to learn about Eco-Villages--that's where I found this really nice video … (2 comments)
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eco: SolarAttic's "Conservation Technology" Poised To Save U.S. 586 Million Barrels Of Imported Arab Oil Annually - 08/07/08 10:05 AM
As the cost of energy continues to escalate, heated debate swirls over the idea of drilling versa ideas like that of inflating auto tires. However, our national energy conversation has ignored the key issue of "conservation technologies." These are technologies, which extend our capacity to conserve energy. SolarAttic's unique conservation … (0 comments)
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eco: Go Green! Everyone's doin it.... - 07/31/08 01:55 PM
Here at Vaughn & Associates Real Estate Services, LLC, we have stumbled upon a new building method (well new to us at least) that we think can revolutionize the building industry. This is a system that has been around for awhile but has been redesigned to be 100% environmentally friendly.
The new … (3 comments)
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eco: Earthship outside of Wickenburg - 07/24/08 04:44 PM
Hi everyone!
I just wanted to let you know that I posted a new blog today to my website on earthships. If you are are curious about earthships or have never heard of one before then I encourage you to click on the link below and read about it. There is … (1 comments)
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eco: Living "Green" in Austin Texas - 07/12/08 02:32 PM
As a twenty year Austinite and 5th generation native Texan, I am proud to live in one of the nation's top ten 'Green cities'. I love this city and I do my part every day to live 'green'. We are lucky to live in a city that makes living 'green' possible. Here … (4 comments)
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eco: Green Drinks Tallahassee - the date has moved! - 07/11/08 11:00 AM
For newbies and old-timers alike, Tallahassee Green Drinks has moved to the last Wednesday of the month (from the 3rd Wednesday). If you have not yet been to one, it is a great place for networking with other green-minded folks!
Every month there is a different speaker from one … (0 comments)
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eco: 15 Eco-Friendly Tips for Your Home - 07/10/08 06:39 PM
1. Buy efficient appliances. Appliances like the Kenmore Elite Dishwasher and the Kenmore Elite Refrigerator are designed to conserve energy and function efficiently while also looking sleek and modern. Many companies now sell high-efficiency washing machines and dryers that save water and energy which makes it easier than ever to be … (4 comments)
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eco: Going to Sarasota this November for Efest! ~Suncoast Green Alert~ - 07/05/08 04:30 PM
It seems that Tampa is not the only Suncoast community with a GREEN heart--Sarasota is home of E(as in ECO)fest--a community initiative brought to life by Sustainable Sarasota, a Sarasota County government sub-office.
Efest takes place on November 15-16 this year (2008), at the Sarasota Polo Club at Lakeview Ranch, and has … (3 comments)
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eco: Tampa Has a 'Green Officer'--Why Can't We All Get One of Those?!? - 07/03/08 04:57 PM
Remember Mr. Green Jeans? Captain Kangaroo was my favorite as a kid--and Mr. Green Jeans has to be one of my heroes! Small wonder, then, that something like this should make my boat float:
Tampa Mayor Pam Iorio has appointed a 'Green Officer'--Thom Snelling, the city's director for growth management and development … (4 comments)
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eco: Urban Vertical Farming - The Future of Our City? - 07/02/08 02:18 PM
In many areas of the world people use step-farming, or vertical farming, to efficiently utilize awkward terrain or limited flat spaces in order to grow food. Now a new eco-friendly urban garden concept is on the horizon that may begin to change the face of urban food production and proximity to … (3 comments)
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eco: Green vs. Greener Building Practices - 06/27/08 01:02 PM
HVAC: Energy efficiency can mean a right-sized HVAC unit or a geothermal system.
Green - Heating & Cooling system correct sizing for the size of the home.
Greener - Geothermal Pump. Uses the ground temperature to regulate the temperature of your home.
Structural Framing: Using engineered lumber and OVE cuts … (1 comments)
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eco: Natural Solutions Foundation Eco Community-A Model for Our ECO-Future? - 06/26/08 10:23 PM
OK, I didn't see janeAnne's JUNE CHALLENGE in time to give it any real justice, but I did want to at least 'weigh in' by posting something I found through Facebook, which I personally see as being the wave of the future, at least in ECO terms!
The Natural Solutions Foundation … (13 comments)
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eco: Tallahassee's Green Realtor® - 06/24/08 07:41 PM
Thinking about buying or selling a home..? Working with an EcoBroker® is about much more than just green. As a REALTOR®, with the additional designation of an EcoBroker®, I bring value-added knowledge to the sale or purchase of any home.
Use my services in the purchase or sale of … (0 comments)
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eco: A/C for Less - 06/19/08 09:50 AM
For a less environmentally destructive way than air-conditioning to stay comfortable in the heat, choose a portable or ceiling fan. Fans use 90% less energy than central air, and often make rooms feel seven to ten degrees cooler.
We all know that central air feels great, and, yes, it can help … (2 comments)
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eco: Make a Unique Kitchen Table Out of a Door - 06/18/08 03:46 PM
For a kitchen table that is both eco-friendly and budget-friendly, consider reclaiming a old wooden door. With a bit of imagination, a few tools, and some time, you'll have a sturdy and original custom piece of furniture that will spark both conversations and imaginations.
The first step is to rescue a … (5 comments)
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eco: Being Green Can Be Your Market Differentiator - 06/12/08 12:15 AM
(photo by ShutterSparks)
I recent took on a client who wants me to redesign her existing home right now but at the same time preparing it for sale 2-3 years down the line. When I suggested green finishes, she was very open to it.
This is why:
a) Green … (9 comments)
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eco: Who's The Greenest? - 06/11/08 12:58 AM
June 4th, 2008
Who’s The Greenest? Obama vs. McCain
Posted by Jason Pelletier, Low Impact Living
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Now that we seem to have a Democratic candidate, we all need to be digging into the environmental views and policy plans of Senators Obama and McCain.
To … (1 comments)
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eco: Green Builders to give away Toyota Prius Hybrid with Home Purchase - 05/30/08 11:04 PM
On June 7 and June 15 Eco Builders, Trilogy by Shea Homes, will be hosting an "Eco Expo" in the Phoenix area. Trilogy will give away Toyota Prius Hybrid cars with all homes purchased by June 15. Trilogy will also be hosting their Eco Expos in California, Virginia and Florida. For more details please … (4 comments)
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eco: Going Green in the Red Stick...Recycling Oppurtunities in Baton Rouge - 05/19/08 02:15 PM
Did you know that Baton Rouge has one of the most innovative curbside recycling programs in the country? It is true, we do! If you are a resident or business in the East Baton Rouge parish,free weekly curbside recycling is available to you. All you need to do is contact the … (0 comments)
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eco: The Radon Dilemma - 05/17/08 11:36 PM
The dilemma:
You can't disclose what you don't know.
If you test, remediation is optional.
If you test, you must disclose.
I personally believe that we'd be better off with continuous monitoring radon detectors installed in every home, much like how CO detectors are mandatory in most dwellings under local building … (5 comments)
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eco: Canada: Got Radon, eh? - 05/17/08 09:54 AM
In stark contrast to the U.S., radon awareness in Canada is quite low. It is mentioned, from time to time, but it doesn't garner a lot of interest. Is radon downplayed because it occurs naturally and in effect, is everywhere?
In case you haven't heard, radon is nasty sh*t. Classified as … (2 comments)
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eco: DOMINICA, THE NATURE ISLAND OF THE CARRIBBEAN! - 05/15/08 05:02 PM
Dominica is a beautiful island located between Guadeloupe and Martinique in the Eastern Carribbean! It is very eco friendly. We visited this port last year on our annual cruise!
The rain forest was enchanting! There were beautiful waterfalls flowing down the mountains, providing clear and pure drinking water. The people were very friendly … (8 comments)
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eco: WHERE TO BUY US GAS? - 05/11/08 02:25 AM
WHERE TO BUY US GAS? THIS IS IMPORTANT TO KNOW: Following up wiith the previous Gas Saving Hints, here is some information I found about where to buy Gas that produced in the U.S., ............
Gas rationing in the 80's worked even though we grumbled about it. It might even be good … (9 comments)
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eco: Five Tips for a Green Home - 05/06/08 04:21 PM
By Gary Macrides, Prudential California Realty
Eco-friendly. Carbon footprint. Global warming. Energy-efficient. These catch phrases have become part of our lexicon as we've become more aware of our impact on the environment and our role in protecting it. As a homeowner, there are some simple, inexpensive steps you can take to … (1 comments)
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eco: GreenAZ Newsletter - 05/02/08 03:23 PM
Please click on the link below if you would like to view my April GreenAZ Newsletter:
Sincerely,
Patrick Walsh
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eco: How Big Is Your Eco?... Will the EsSex sell? - 04/24/08 07:09 AM
Here's what's been going on at Philadelphia's Real Estate hub over the past few days.
We flaunted our "Big Ecos" with an article that discussed LeedPhilly.Com, Remax City Space's Eco Broker designated agents, and our gradual progress toward paperless transactions.
Eric's been sitting on his couch in Florida putting up some more neighborhood … (0 comments)
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eco: Local News About the Yarrow and Tips for Going Green in Your House - 04/23/08 10:24 PM
Local News: -The owners of the Yarrow Hotel on Park Ave. (next to Albertson's) have made it clear that they wish to raze the hotel and replace it with a swankier lodge. This could take place as soon as 2010. The new building would have meeting and convention space like the old … (0 comments)
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eco: PROPERTY OWNERS THINK GREEN - 04/23/08 05:01 PM
Landlords, here are some great tips for making your rental properties more energy efficient and eco-friendly. Some investment in putting these tips to work will save you money in the long haul, as well as attract a very large new population of potential renters when you advertise all you've done to … (0 comments)
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eco: Even Stagers Can Green the Earth - 04/22/08 11:27 PM
Today is Earth Day so I will share what I personally do in my business to be more eco-friendly!
(from google: what would you do for earth day ‘08?)
Staging can be a wasteful industry, because we purchase, use and transport a lot of furnishing day in and day … (3 comments)
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eco: 6 Easy Money and Energy Saving Earth Day Tips - 04/22/08 04:08 PM
Here are some great eco-wise and money-wise Earth Day tips that you can put into play all year long to reduce help you live a eco-friendly lifestyle and reduce your environmental footprint.
Did you know...
Replacing just one 75-watt incandescent bulb with a 19-watt CFL can cut 75 pounds of carbon dioxide … (3 comments)
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eco: Honoring Earth Day with My Favorite Eco-Friendly Posts - 04/22/08 08:46 AM
In honor of Earth Day, I wanted to share a compilation of a few of my favorite recent environmentally friendly posts here on Active Rain. These posts share information on how the Green movement is making its way into the real estate business as well as simple ways in which you can … (34 comments)
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eco: What is an Eco-Stager? - 04/15/08 01:17 PM
Stagers by definition can already be considered eco-friendly. After all, we reuse items that the homeowner already has.
How can a stager take a bigger leap into being green?
The answer is so simple. There are so many sustainable products to choose from now. Stager's tools of the trade: furniture, bedding, towels, … (5 comments)
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eco: LEED AP Certification--any Realtors have this? How about eco-brokers? - 04/06/08 10:46 PM
Hello, fellow 'Rainers'--
I am really interested in green real estate, so to speak. I'm thinking I'd like to really work this into my business. I've always been interested in the environment, and even started an environmental group at my high school back in the days before it was on the evening news. … (4 comments)
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eco: Potatos? not just for dinner anymore. - 03/12/08 04:25 PM
Being of Irish desent, born "Kelley", I pride myself on my heritage. It's most often observerd in my fair skin, green eyes, and occasionally fiesty temperament. I did get to visit my homeland back in 1997 and enjoyed that 3 weeks immensely. Beautiful country and lovely poeple. I can't wait to … (4 comments)
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eco: STATION IN ROCKLIN TEACHES COMPASSION ABOUT THE EARTH - 03/11/08 09:24 PM
Did you know that there is a station in Rocklin, CA that teaches the public about compassion to our earth? With emphasis on our environment - I was surprised to find this place by accident.
I was driving Interstate 80W just the other day and noticed a sign "ECOSTATION" before the Rocklin Rd exit. … (4 comments)
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eco: What Is Your Mean Green Machine? - 03/07/08 11:34 AM
Xpressdocs has announced its aggressive green initiative, making it one of the first real estate partners to do so. As real estate’s leading print on-demand technology company it understands the importance of creating a business environment that is both energy efficient and eco-friendly. While the plan incorporates recycled papers and environmentally … (2 comments)
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eco: Trash Talk! - 02/26/08 10:28 AM
In the midst of tax season, with spring cleaning around the corner, are you calculating the capital depreciation (or cost allowance) on your office equipment and/or contemplating an upgrade? Please be on the lookout for recycling fairs where you can drop off your used/obsolete equipment. Oftentimes these events are free.
There are … (2 comments)
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eco: LEED for Homes Webcast February 13, 2008 - 02/12/08 10:58 PM
Are you interested in Green Building and don't know where to start?
What is energy star? What is the difference in Green building? Who is USGBC? How can LEED for Homes help my project and help my client???
What is this LEED for Homes all about????
Wednesday February 13 you can find out … (11 comments)
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eco: It's Now Inexpensive and Enviromentally Responsible to Live GREEN - 02/06/08 06:43 PM
There's everything from using energy efficient light bulbs and applainces to driving a hybrid vehicle to living in a LEED Certified GREEN home.
I'm proud to present this Upper East Manhattan Eco Friendly Building (Total Size - 3434 GSF -Sale Price $2,100,000)
Contact Roderick Robinson for More information:
Triumph Property Group, Ltd.
Cell: 646-773-4100
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eco: Gary Keller is certainly on top of things at Keller Williams Realty.... - 01/28/08 05:29 PM
I got a call today from one of Gary's employee's at Keller Williams Realty in Austin Texas. They wanted to know if I have had any clients recently that did a "Green Remodel"? The reason for the call no doubt was that Gary Keller is always on top of things...He has … (0 comments)
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eco: !! ATTENTION !! "Green" real estate agents - 01/25/08 03:09 AM
!! ASES National Home Solar Tour !!
Alright, so maybe it's a little early to start talking about an event that's taking place in October 2008. However, I don't want anyone who wants to participate in this event to plan something else and miss out on it. Also, you may like to spread … (10 comments)
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eco: Cutting back on moving waste - 01/14/08 01:11 AM
The "Green" revolution will not only have a positive impact on our living conditions, it could improve our economy and will most certainly bring about all sorts of new employment for many. How long will the people of the United States wait while Germany leads the world in Solar Electric and … (11 comments)
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eco: Walker Green Drinks January 9, 2008 - 01/07/08 06:58 AM
It's that time again!
Ring in the New Year with Walker Green Drinks
Have a reNEWable Year!
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eco: The "Green" home builders are coming to Orange County, CA - 01/03/08 11:05 PM
The Orange County United States Green Building Council Chapter has been growing exponentially over the last year and is expected to explode onto the scene as energy costs rise, product and service costs drop and the main stream understanding that "green" is often times practical sense.
The … (1 comments)
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eco: Small GREEN ideas for the new year (Which of these do you already do?) - 12/31/07 12:17 PM
Well, it seams that every one wants to talk about the NEW YEAR: Resolutions, Goals, Changes, New Years Past Present and Future, Philosophy and more. Simply incredible.Well, my goal is to keep my New Years talk simple.I admit that I certainly am making and setting goals and re-assessing what is important to me for the … (11 comments)
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eco: Does building green actually result in more green? Here is the answer to that question... - 12/17/07 06:07 PM
Green...building green, Eco, earth friendly...terms that you are starting to hear more about all the time. Then there is the skeptics out there that think it doesn't make sense to spend a little more to build green...that it can't be worth the additional costs to do a "green" project. Well there … (0 comments)
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eco: Future is Green in Illinois - 12/13/07 08:16 AM
The chicago tribune said today that we are neck and neck with texas to be the next in alliance with the department of energy to get a coal power plant. What makes this so unique that anyone would want to get back into the coal mining business? Or even the coal … (4 comments)
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eco: California Energy Policy Act of 2005 and beyond - 11/26/07 06:02 PM
Under the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPACT), homeowners who make energy-related improvements in 2006 and 2007 may qualify for tax credits. Products include: Exterior windows and skylightsExterior doorsCertain roofing materialsStorm windowsStorm doorsCertain water heating equipmentInsulationMain air circulating fansCentral air conditionersGas, oil or propane furnaces and hot water boilersAir-source and geothermal … (2 comments)
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eco: You are invited! December 8th 11-1pm: Eco-friendly Discussions and Holiday Coffee & Pastries - 11/24/07 05:15 PM
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eco: Green Health Club’s Take Root in Pleasanton, Fremont & Walnut Creek- The Future is here- - 11/20/07 10:53 PM
Their business is Health and Wellness. The commitment to turn 3 facilities totaling 425,000 sq feet of commercial property into a Green Business is a giant leap, but Club Sport is up for the challenge. All three gyms in Fremont, Pleasanton and Walnut Creek are undergoing the change as we speak! … (0 comments)
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eco: San Francisco Ban’s Plastic Grocery Bags: Hitting the ground running today- - 11/20/07 10:48 PM
In San Francisco no longer is the question; Paper or Plastic? Tuesday November 26th marks the birthday for San Francisco's ban on plastic bags in Grocery and drug stores.
Plastic bags by the numbers. (Borrowed from SFGate.com)
180 million
Roughly the number of plastic shopping bags distributed in San Francisco each year.
2 to 3 … (0 comments)
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eco: Agree Park to showcase energy efficient homes in Redding California.... - 11/17/07 02:23 PM
I spent some time at Shasta Builders exchange with a great guy John Gaines on Friday. We took a look at agree park that is in process. Agree Park is a model built project that showcases 3 homes from local area Architects. It was great to see that even extremely well … (0 comments)
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eco: Passive Solar in your design can save you up to 40% on your heating bill..... - 10/29/07 10:41 AM
We have all heard about Solar power and alternative energy etc but how many have heard much about the benefits of Passive Solar to heat their homes? Passive Solar if done correctly has been show to save a home owner up to 40% on their heating bills!
There are 5 main points … (1 comments)
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eco: Green Kids Salvage Their Future - 10/21/07 09:19 PM
My brother and I were discussing cultural differences we've experienced while traveling abroad a few weeks ago. My brother, who frequently travels to China on business, brought up the topic of litter. He stated that there seems to be a general lack of respect for ‘public property' in China - and … (2 comments)
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eco: Green Home Building - Not just a trend but an investment - 10/19/07 12:46 AM
This article discusses how building or retrofitting a home with "green" features can increase its market value. In this market who doesn't need more value?
http://realtytimes.com/rtcpages/20070219_greenhomes.htm
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eco: National Solar Home Tour 10/6/2007 - 10/05/07 12:46 PM
For anyone who is considering solar for their home as well as many other "green" housing principles and products, this is an event you can not miss. To my knowledge the event functions like any other open house tour. Simply pick out the homes you'd like to visit and be … (7 comments)
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eco: Radius Victoria - A True Urban Village - 10/03/07 07:52 PM
Victoria branch of the Land Title Office confirms it will lease 40,000 sqft of the new office space.
Over the past 5-8 years, many new construction projects have been built in the Victoria area. Still more are now under construction or have been planned. One project that has captured my … (0 comments)
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eco: Owning a conventional home VS owning a "green" home - 09/27/07 09:23 AM
First of all, unless you've researched it or there is signage, your not likely to know whether the home is a "green" home just by driving by. Their not painted a bright green color or have weird sized windows or doors. Homes with green features tend to look just like their … (2 comments)
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eco: Battling junk mail - credit card applications - 09/15/07 07:26 PM
These days, I enjoy receiving credit card applications from the banks that are aimed at enslaving me. Inside the envelopes I receive, the credit card institution have conveniently included a pre-paid postage return envelope. I simply tear off the section showing my contact information on the opening letter and write, "remove … (8 comments)
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eco: Green San Francisco mini mall - 09/12/07 10:54 AM
It could be considered the country’s (or at least San Francisco’s) first Green mini mall or mini Green department store. Over on Polk Street, near a lot of mass transit and foot traffic, the recently opened Green Home Center had eco-sexuals checking out not only the shops but the interior as … (2 comments)
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eco: Don't just throw it away ! - 09/12/07 04:53 AM
Last week I stopped bye a Best Buy to drop off some old batteries and ink cartridges and boy was it a rewarding experience. I even took an out of focus, crooked picture of the recycling drop box to share with you. My apologies if the image makes you dizzy and/or … (11 comments)
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eco: My "Green" Orange from Orange County, CA - 08/28/07 08:00 PM
What's a CSA? Farms like to describe CSA (Community Supported Agricultural) as a partnership between a food grower and a food consumer. Generally the partnership is between a local organic farm and a community of supporters that together wish to preserve the agricultural life and heritage of their community as … (8 comments)
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eco: Save Banning Ranch in Newport Beach, CA - 08/28/07 07:51 PM
Banning Ranch is located along the Santa Ana River and Pacific Coast Highway, and is 412 acres of wetlands and adjacent bluffs and mesa. This property has escaped the residential development that is characteristic of much of Newport Beach and Huntington Beach due to its use for oil production. Banning Ranch … (1 comments)
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eco: Orange County, CA Bus Transit - 08/21/07 01:02 PM
Orange Counties bus system has come a long way and needs to continue to improve as quickly as possible. New features and systems such as the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) will make commuting on the bus more efficient and desirable. For now, Orange County bus riders can enjoy selecting from all … (0 comments)
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eco: Southern California Home & Garden Show - 08/20/07 08:03 PM
Southern California Home & Garden Show
Anaheim Convention Center
Everything… and the kitchen sink! You’ll find it all at the 2007 Southern California Home & Garden Show, the largest and longest-running show in the western United States. We are California’s biggest & best show since 1954, and we’re celebrating in … (0 comments)
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eco: Solar Power 2007 at Long Beach Convention Center - 08/20/07 01:19 AM
September 24-27 (25th for general public)
Long Beach Convention Center
Solar Power 2007
America's largest solar energy event! In just 4 years of existence, the Solar Power Conference and Expo has grown into the only US solar event considered "a must" for domestic and global industry and market participants.
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eco: washing dishes... heat dry on or heat dry off? - 08/15/07 06:25 PM
For those of you who enjoy the modern day convenience of a dish washing machine, here's a tip for ya. Flip the switch marked "Heated Dry On" to "Heated Dry Off". Your dish washing machine may be using some other lingo to describe whether or not it will use the … (9 comments)
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eco: My toilet and I. The water saving story. - 08/15/07 06:07 PM
You may or may not have heard of people filling up plastic bottles with water and sticking them into the toilet tank to conserve water. It's pretty easy. Took me a minute and I now save 1 liter of water with each flush. I couldn't see any difference in the force … (8 comments)
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eco: Summer Food - 08/04/07 02:41 AM
As the summer progresses, this Bellingham, Washington vegetable garden gets more out of control. The pumkins and squashes leap out of their beds and fill the pathways. The fourth succession planting of brocolli is ready to harvest. The corn is producing tassles. Eggplants have started producing fruit. Tomato plants and pepper plants … (21 comments)
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eco: The Air around you....... Should you be scared? - 07/20/07 05:33 PM
As I get older, I have a philosophy that we should worry about ourselves and not what others do. I believe that if we are going to help others, that it's within our own communities and nothing more than going outside the United States. This doesn't always seem to happen and … (7 comments)
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eco: Aids In Bees? - 07/11/07 09:54 PM
Some time ago I saw a short documentary on the Discovery Channel. It was about an impending crisis in the world of Bees! It described how Bees are disappearing"without a trace". Local, Professional and Hobbyist Bee Keepers have raised the alarm!
To date these disappearances have … (37 comments)
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eco: Landscaping - Xeriscaping for Resource COLORADO - 07/04/07 10:01 AM
Snapshot & Benefits:Xeriscaping is a type of landscaping, designed to conserve water, with slow-growing drought-tolerant plants. Xeriscape generally requires less fertilization and use of pesticides as compared to more traditional landscaping. The slower growing plants used in xeriscape require less maintenance, saving time and energy and producing less waste in the … (0 comments)
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eco: Freon Locking Caps Make Good Sense - 06/11/07 10:57 AM
I recently had the opportunity to speak with a distributor of Freon Locking Caps. These simple, inexpensive caps lock down your freon lines to prevent two things: One, keeps freon from leaking out of the fitting and two keeps kids/adults from stealing your freon. Stealing freon is not new either is … (22 comments)
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eco: Oregon is Revamping it's Famed Bottle Bill - 05/03/07 10:37 AM
Oregon was the first state to require that carbonated beverages include a deposit and refund.Now many years later it is common place in most states. But we are a sate that doesn't like to sit still. We recycle just about everything and the powers that be have decided that our Bottle … (3 comments)
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eco: Highway Wind Farms - 04/30/07 04:30 AM
An Arizona architectural student came up with an idea for an alternative energy source that seems feasible. The student designed a highway wind turbine would harvest the wind created by fast-moving automobiles to send power back into the grid.
According to the student's calculations, each turbine would be able to generate … (0 comments)
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eco: Free Lightbulbs at Home Depot - 04/22/07 12:10 PM
In honor of Earth Day Home Depot is giving away one million compact flourescent lightbulbs.
"Home Depot estimates that its gesture alone will result in $12 million in annual energy saving costs and the reduction of 196 million pounds of Carbon Dioxide emissions--the equivalent of removing more than 70,000 cars from America's … (2 comments)
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eco: Benefits of being a Tree City USA city - 04/12/07 11:03 PM
Earlier this week I posted about my city, Alexandria, being name a Tree City USA city once again. There are many benefits but two that I would like to highlight are financial assistance and publicity.
Preference is sometimes given to Tree City USA communities over other communities when allocations of grant money … (0 comments)
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eco: Tree City USA - 04/11/07 07:16 AM
Alexandria has once again been designated a Tree City USA city. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by The National Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters.
To qualify for Tree City USA, a town or city must meet four … (0 comments)
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eco: A Wonderful World - 03/18/07 07:48 PM
Every now and then you stumble across something that is truly inspiring . . . something that you would like to share with others. Take a couple of minutes to look at this and consider the wonder of the world in which we live.
Are you ready for an interesting view of … (5 comments)
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eco: The 10 easiest ways to green your home - 03/02/07 08:49 AM
Here a Link to a Great Article and some ways we can all keep green... The 10 Easiest ways to green your homeIt was nice to see that not knowing I was helping the Planet and myself, early last year when I was sure I wanted to move from Boynton Beach Florida to … (3 comments)
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eco: Community Supported Agriculture - 02/28/07 09:28 AM
In my home of Alexandria, people can receive a variety of locally grown produce, carefully boxed and delivered weekly to a location in downtown Alexandria. This service is offered by Ploughshare Farm, which is located in Parkers Prairie (a small city located north of Alexandria). You will sample over 100 varieties … (0 comments)
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eco: Paying up for the environment? - 02/06/07 04:14 PM
According to BusinessWeek, people are talking the talk but not walking the walk when it comes to environmentally friendly decisions in home building. BW reports that KB Home offered houses built with ecofriendly woods such as bamboo in Pleasanton, California. On a $700,000 home, this only bumped the price up … (2 comments)
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eco: Go Green - 12/05/06 07:25 AM
New tax credits and rebates are making solar-powered conversions as smart as redoing your kitchen. [Business 2.0 Magazine] … (2 comments)
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