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Being responsible about your paper usage and paper purchasing is not just about saving trees. In my past series outlining the use of electronic signatures (One of my first posts-please be kind) made a dramatic impact on the amount of paper waste during the loan process for myself and colleagues. The … (0 comments)
The Green Shame - A study by Terra Choice, conducted in 2007, and was featured on the GreenBiz.com website made the following claim - .05% or 1 in 1753 green marketing claims were true, the rest were found to be false, or misleading.
Whether you are looking for solar panels to supply enough energy to power your business, or simply
Since it is Spring, and there seems to be many people buying Madison real estate and moving to new homes these days, I thought I would share another green decorating tip. This one is about painting. 
Next time you make coffee at your Paradise home, don't throw out the coffee grounds! 
We're wearing suits daily and now I'm thinkin' my local dry cleaners aren't exactly enviro-conscious. Do you know of a "green" dry cleaner in the Charlotte area? Appreciate it! … (7 comments)
Regular visitors to Renovation Resources know that the posts here are about renovating your home. They're about products, best practices and the process of building, upgrading or expanding your home. They often revolve around Green or Sustainable issues. Some are even meant to guide you through the process of selecting design … (3 comments)
I just got back from attending the 5-day Solar 2008 Conference sponsored by the American Solar Energy Society. This was held in San Diego CA May 3-7.Along with my interest in realestate related to energy efficiency, I have been starting a new business after selling previous business, and I elected to attend … (9 comments)
these products are great for sellers buyers..selling a home have mold and smells try freshair, Fresh Air for the Way You Live....There's nothing quite like walking outside and taking a deep breath of fresh, clean air after a thunderstorm. Wouldn't you like to be able to step back inside and enjoy that … (2 comments)
As professional REALTORS®, it’s our moral obligation to educate our public on the benefits of conserving energy. Unfortunately, the poorest of our public, would probably have the least energy efficient homes and not be aware of the energy programs to retrofit their home with very little money, especially if they are … (1 comments)
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)
Mayor Winn is trying to pass an ordinance that would require someone selling their home to get a permit from the city. A permit is a nice way of saying tax fee. The permit would alert the city that an inspector needs to go out and check to see if the … (6 comments)
Being green means different things in different parts of the country. In places like St. Louis or Seattle, eco-friendly construction standards apply only to city-owned or city-funded buildings. In Boston green construction codes also apply to major commercial or residential developments. New York City has taken very bold steps, with 127 … (0 comments)
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For anyone thinking about moving to the Land of Enchantment, I have good news for you. Albuquerque is a city working hard to be green (I think the mayor is trying to get into a competition with Rocky Anderson up in Salt Lake City). Check out http://cabq.gov/sustainability One of the great things … (1 comments)
Think about electricity efficiency as well as just fuel for energy savings. Here is some energy data that you'll find interesting and compelling:
Owners Want to Add 5700 Units to Park Merced.The Pro's1. Over a 20 year period, new development would take the 115-acre property off the grid using efficient appliances, wind turbines and co-generation techniques to capture heat loss to reduce energy consumption by 60%2. Slash water consumption by 40% by improved … (0 comments)
I want to give some advice for newly licensed Realtors and maybe a reminder for our more seasoned Realtors. Life is not fair, thank God. Allow me some latitude as I give some timely advice.1. Go out and make a lot of money. I know money can not buy happiness but … (4 comments)
The headlines this month have been taken by the most insidious of America's vices: black gold. Oil futures are now projected to exceed $100 a barrel until 2016, and continue to sit comfortably near the $115-120 a barrel mark. Many different causes have been blamed for rising prices at the pump, … (4 comments)
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Please click on the link below if you would like to view my April GreenAZ Newsletter: 
Here is the link to the BBC article:
I went to a sales office yesterday for a project that has a great concept - the walkable community. I saw city planners at a Governers' conference a couple of years ago talking about the same concept. With gas prices out of control it should be implemented in more cities - … (4 comments)
A near-zero energy home - given the current soaring energy cost, who could possibly object to that? Harvard Communities President John Keith is banking on the fact that no one will object, but rather they'll be knocking down the door to find out more.Keith and his Denver-based group have received a … (0 comments)
I wandered the halls looking for it- up and down, up and down- still it remained elusive. I searched underneath coutertops and inside cabinets. I crawled on my hands and knees peering under desks. Nothin'. 
Red Deer is divided by the Red Deer River which creates are lush attractive parkland community. Not to sit by and let this precious resource by squandered. The City of Red Deer recently approved measures to conserve water.Council moved the following bylaws this week.
I'm not a "greenpeace" radical. I'm not into peace, love and granola. Every year I go on my family vacation in the Rocky Mountains, I am a hippie for a day or two in Boulder Colorado. I'm just a Conservative dude minding his own business. Greenpeace and those groups belong on a … (3 comments)
I went to the Green Living Expo this past weekend at the Austin Convention Center. How much fun. A couple of month's ago I had entertained the thought of being a vendor at this show, but later decided against it. I wanted to go to see what kind of great ideas … (0 comments)
With more and more people thinking "Green" and I don't just mean cos it's springtime, it occurred to me that in our area there seems less recycling than a few years ago. I have not had a garbage service that offers recycling bins for years. Now this may be due to … (5 comments)
This is almost as cool as "do not call." The credit cards offers many of us receive weekly can be stopped. Here's what they say on the opt-out website:
In celebration of Earth Day this week, I wanted to share some simple energy and earth saving tips for your home:
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)
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)
Recently it has become evident that the American appetite for green technology and consumer products is massively under attended. The 2007 National Technology Readiness Survey (NTRS) revealed this vital fact. Annually the Center for Excellence in Service at UM's School of business and technology sponsors a survey on green technology and … (1 comments)
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Today is Earth Day so I will share what I personally do in my business to be more eco-friendly!
My Earth Day Support
Surterre Properties is the first green residential brokerage in Coastal Orange County. Surterre is also an EcoBroker affiliate and I am the first EcoBroker agent at the company. We run some beautiful ads and I thought our Happy Earth Day ad that ran in the local paper was pretty enough to … (3 comments)
I opened our local Victoria, BC newspaper this morning to see a large cartoon drawing by Thomas Boldt (TAB) on the Editorial page. The picture shows a drawing of manufacturing buildings in China, with the following words, (spoken in "bubbles") coming out of the buildings: 
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. 
As we celebrate Earth Day today, I am taking inventory of the things our family has done in the process of reducing our impact upon this earth. Let me say that I've made it my passion to reduce our family's energy consumption because I have a son in the military and … (3 comments)
You might assume that making your home energy-efficient requires a lot of time and money, but generally that's not the case. Often small fixes can have a big impact on your heating, cooling, and other utility bills. Here are some easy things you can do to make your home more efficient:
With Earth Day here now we all hear a blurb about it in the local newspaper or on TV etc but what do most people do the other 364 days out of the year? It's what you do when no one is looking that counts they say.
There are few things more beautiful than the colors and textures produced by Mother Nature.
Springtime in Toledo, Ohio is quite a special time - the colors, the sounds, the textures, the smells...all contribute to the awakening of senses long dulled by the gray skies and cold weather of winter.
Please … (5 comments)
Saddle Ridge Equestrian Properties Salutes Earth Day, Pairs with Florida Friendly ProgramWritten by: Jenny RossClient: Saddle RidgeRelease Date: 2008-04-21
As I continue to learn about home building, I have to admit that a lot of stuff used to fly right over my head. I consider myself to be fairly smart but sometimes those builders just happen to talk in language (builder's code) that is not decodable to the average listener. … (2 comments)
green
I’m
a big fan of “New” – New Construction,
new ideas, new technology, I love NEW stuff.
I love old stuff too but...
I’m sharing because when I hear the word
“green”...that historic turn-of-the century home is
not the first thing that comes to my mind – but maybe … (10 comments)
The first annual Earth Day Chattanooga is finally here. There will be many activities and things to see along Main Street, so come on out and join us for this celebration. Interesting speakers that we all might could learn something from. Click on the link below for more detailed information.
John and I put on our rain gear and headed out to Sunset Hill Park in Valparaiso on Saturday to check out the Earth Day festivities. We dodged the raindrops and made our way to the music tent to enjoy music by our friend Mike Lenich. Mike usually plays with Eric … (1 comments)
Springtime is not the only "green" thing in town! It seems like everyone is jumping on the environmental wagon. Some people would like to join in this movement, but they aren't sure what they can do. 
No, we’re not talking about how surfing in and of itself will save the environment. Of course if you could commute to work that way and save the gas…
There has been a lot written lately about the importance of ‘greening' your home--but it is mostly geared toward remodeling. But buying a new home is a wonderful opportunity to work towards protecting the environment, too. There are some simple things that you can ask about a house that you are … (0 comments)
We only have one Earth, so lets take care of our home each and everyday.Here are some common sense remedies that we often overlook in our busy lives. Save energyUse the Energy Star program (http://www.energystar.gov) to find energy efficient products for your home. The right choices can save families about 30% ($400 … (3 comments)
Hi folks,
It's a very easy one today! USE BOTH SIDES of paper if you have note paper, or taking notes in a class. Don't just throw the paper away, make sure you RECYCLE when you're done completely! Get useless paperwork from classes, junk mail, etc? Don't just chuck them immediately, use them … (5 comments)
If you currently own a 1-4 family home in New York State, NYSERDA has a program that will help you increase the energy efficiency of your home, while assisting you with a way to pay for the changes.
It is that time of year again when we have the Parade of Homes. This year there is an American 'Green' Dream Home that is located at 8783 Foxtail Loop, Nature Trail Subdivision in Pensacola, Florida. This home is in a Gated Community which is located on the south side of … (6 comments)
Making your home more energy efficient is often simple. Try unplugging appliiances when they are not in use. Here are some other tips on how to green a bedroom:1. Ceiling fans provide great air circulation and can reduce summer air conditioning bills2. A low-flow showerhead saves water3. Hardfloors require no vacuuming … (1 comments)
Ever feel like you're literally throwing away money when you print from a Web site and discard those annoying extra pages containing a Web address or footer information? GreenPrint's patent-pending technology automatically eliminates these pages (and waste) by analyzing each page of every document sent to the printer by searching for … (5 comments)
Make your listings stand out, use Realivent.com's FREE online flyer creator. [Realivent.com] … (0 comments)
I received this news release from SMUD (Sacramento Municipal Utilities District for any out-of-town readers)...they have partnered with Woodside Homes and plan to build almost 1500 solar-powered homes near the Rancho Cordova area. It is anticipated that these homes will be complete around the year 2012. This apparently is the largest … (0 comments)
An increasing number of builders and consumers are recognizing not only the energy-efficiency, but also the health-related benefits of green buildings. Most home buyers like the idea of a well-built house that's environmentally sound and offers low utility bills. Who wouldn't want a home that is easy on the wallet, good … (2 comments)
