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Great news for anyone who wants to go green in Cary, NC.
Green-Building Myths
Tickets for the New Mexico USGBC tour are now available in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Taos (see link for list of locations). This will be the ninth annual GreenBuilt Tour in New Mexico and will be on May 17 and 18, 2008.
I was recently introduced to an article in the St. Petersburg Times that deals with the now-popular term "greenwashing". It was called "'Green' Houses in Name Only?" by Chuin-Wei Yap. I thought the author did a good job of framing the problem that is starting to crop up everywhere in real … (9 comments)
Our old airport, Mueller Airport, has taken on new life as a city within the city of Austin. It sat lying vacant for many years as many acres of cold concrete. Deserted and isolated. But now, developers with a vision have breathed fresh air into a vital inner-city place to live for hundreds of … (0 comments)
The short video below appeared in the Green Biz Journal yesterday and is presented by Kavita Gupta, Director of Business Development for commercial architecture firm Perkins + Will.
Plastics have a long honored tradition in counter tops - from the old stand-by of laminate counters like Formica to the composite solid surface counters like Corian. 
I just got information about this in the mail. Pretty cool looking program. If you are going shoot me an email and we can meet. JoeLakeway Real Estate | Austin Real EstateProgram Details Friday, May 16, 2008 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Here Comes the Sun: Solar Energy in Green Building In … (0 comments)
This press release came across my inbox first thing this morning and I thought that it is timely and useful information that you can use to evaluate the builder’s that you are interviewing for your new home purchase. In today’s economic environment we should all take a step back and … (0 comments)
Durable recycled glass countertops are sustainable, environmentally friendly, and they are dazzling. Two companies that are producing these countertops are Vetrazzo and IceStone, and both have informational websites. 
Aiki Homes, a leader in Sustainable Design & Construction since 1992, has recently been awarded EnviroStars highest rating of 5 stars. This is our opportunity to show that our business practices go beyond others in our industry.
The first meeting of the Home Builders Association of Northwest Florida's (HBA) Green Building Council drew a large audience today. The majority of those in attendance are HBA members who are interested in meeting the public's increasing demand for "Green Building."
Kermit the Frog doesn't think so. But like a lot of things, it depends on who you ask. If you ask me, my answer would be "Yes, it is easy and it's getting easier."In a new survey, which polled 1,001 U.S. homeowners, 28 percent of respondents said they believe it's extremely … (0 comments)
Several cities across the US are noted for their progressive city governments and citizenry in regards to environmental issues. Known as “green cities”, they not only initiate and practice policies that promote clean air and water, but often promote other programs and practices such as alternative energy systems and construction methods. … (0 comments)
Passive Solar is the way we build something to let the sunlight in or to block it out. This includes facing a building solar south, using materials with thermal mass in them like stone or tile (which stores heat during the day and then releases it in the evening), building window … (1 comments)
Are you a nature lover? Friend of the earth? Outright tree-hugger? Or do you simply care about living a more sustainable lifestyle that is good for the environment…including all the people? 
This was also posted on our other blog www.austintexasrealtyteam.com/blog 
“Our greatest responsibility is to be good ancestors.”-- Dr. Jonas Salk, developer of the polio vaccine It was in early 1977 when a newly elected President Jimmy Carter donned a cardigan sweater on national television, urged Americans to do the same and then asked them to turn down their thermostats to … (3 comments)
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.
Our first objective was to determine who were the builders in Oklahoma city area that are using green building techniques and to what degree. We talked to several builders in the area about green building. Several were using some of the techniques to improve energy efficiency such as solar board on the roofs, and walls.blown in … (0 comments)
1. Build a smaller home. Bigger homes use more resources. Rooms that aren’t used often, like formal living rooms or extra bedrooms, require heating and cooling year round. Design multi-use rooms instead of single purpose rooms that are used a few days a year. 
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)
Many of us are not used to the idea of seeing large buildings or 4 to 6-bedroom homes, as vast, energy-hungry structures. However, they are, and in the US today, these buildings account for around 65% of total electricity consumption, 36% of total energy use as well as 30% of greenhouse-gas … (2 comments)
Mt Baker Cottages, A unique community of 7 new homes, built green, at outstanding prices in one of Seattle's premier neighborhoods, Mt Baker, 98144.
INSULATED CONCRETE FORMSTechnology Snapshot & Benefits: Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are an energy efficient and affordable option for new home/building construction. ICFs are interconnected units that are assembled and filled with concrete to form the frame of a building. There are numerous benefits to ICFs. They are energy efficient, sound resistant, … (1 comments)
If you are not familiar with the Green built lingo, you will have no idea why LEED Platinum is so important. So go ahead and take a look here, at the website from the US Green Building Council and catch up.
Want to view some of the latest architectural home ideas? Care to keep up on trends in design? CubeMe is a collection of blogs and interesting articles on a wide array of home-related subjects!
It’s Easy Living Green
(ARA) - Everywhere you turn, there’s something “green” – whether it’s a commercial for a hybrid car or a reminder to pick up reusable bags at the local grocery store. The green movement is under way and concerned Americans are looking for ways to do their part … (0 comments)
I would like all of you to know about an exciting event that is being co-hosted by the City of Houston this weekend: Gulf Coast Green Expo 2008 @ Reliant Park! The Green Expo is dedicated to connecting consumers with leading companies that provide certified green products, services and materials. Whether … (0 comments)
There was an article last week in our local paper, the Mail Tribune, that talked about Earth Advantage and Countrywide Home Loans joining together to offer a reduced interest rate to their homeowners who wish to build their homes to Energy Star®, Earth Advantage® or L.E.E.D. standards, with their project being … (8 comments)
I try to stay current with the updates and techniques in respect to "green buildings" I like to search around avery now and again to see what "the latest is". While doing some research for a Green Building / Commercial Project we will be building, I ran across the following images. I'm … (3 comments)
One of the biggest problems that people have when trying to remodel their home "green" is finding quality green products. Most big local home remodeling chains don't carry a large selection of green products, although we'll see that change in the next couple of years I'm sure. While surfing around, I … (4 comments)
Want to learn more about Green everything? Want to find out about Green buildings, Green cars, and Green energy. Attend the Green Summit coming to Sacramento April 7th to 9th at the Convention Center. Looks as though the exhibit hall will be open for free and you can register for the … (0 comments)
Green Awareness,
Soaring energy costs and increased concern about the environment are spurring builders to step up building homes that use less energy and water. Many have forecast 2008 will be the year of "going green" for the real estate industry. As a Realtor, I am seeing a shift in what home-buyers are looking for. … (4 comments)
Arson? Eco-terrorism? Probably both. Street of dreams homes set on fire. Early this morning 4 of the 5, 2007 Street of Dreams homes were set on fire. Each home had a incendiary device left in them. One didn't go off. The homes that burned were completely destroyed. Is it just me … (5 comments)
For those of you interested in what I do to put food on the table (as well as being my passion), I was interviewed for the March/April issue of Sources + Design magazine for the "Green Scene" column.Here's the link to the interview/article: http://www.sourcesanddesign.com/archives/0803/0803_green_scene.html
The Davis Green Home and Garden show will be at the ARC pavillion at UC Davis on March 15th and 16th. Being Davis, the home show will have a "green" compenet, ideas and companies to improve your home. The home show website is a bit sparce but if you are looking … (1 comments)
Historic Tacoma's Old House lecture series is going GREEN! in 2008
Grant Funds up to $50,000 per Project 
After reading an article this week in the Wall Street Journal, I got to thinking..... Do you think customers would rather work with a Realtor who shares their values in environmental and social responsibility? Do you want to carve a "green" niche for yourself? 
As the Santa Barbara real estate market has slowed in the last 18 months, it makes sense that some Realtors are trying to stand out with niche marketing efforts. One of these niches seems to be Realtors marketing themselves as eco-friendly and green. While I am 100% supportive for anyone with an eye on … (0 comments)
•1) NAHB unveiled its National Green Building Program, a certification program that will allow builders anywhere to build green homes The program features a dynamic online scoring tool that shows the builder how to accrue points in seven categories: water, energy and resource efficiency; lot and site development; indoor environmental quality; global … (0 comments)
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)
Thanks primarily to the efforts of our ECO All-Stars, I've increased my awareness of the importance of building homes that are energy efficient and environmentally friendly. To extend my knowledge of Green Building Trends even further, here are some additional sites I'm reading:
I have a fondness for movie theaters. I used to work in one when I was younger. I particularly like the old Art Deco theaters, which really carry you away. I go to the Bookstop on West Alabama street, since you can still see a few elements of the old … (5 comments)
The City of Pasadena California is attempting to promote itself as a green and sustainable community. This is a very desirable program to promote due to our declining natural resources and increasing demands for power and electricity. 
Olathe is building a new elementary school on Woodland Road and I have been closing monitoring the progress of the project since I drive by it on my way home every day! It was recently released that the school is being built following the U.S. Green Building Council principles. Olathe is going green! I … (0 comments)
Green is non-partisan. 
Today, I would like to focus on a group that is fast becoming a strong partner for our Columbia, SC Epcon Community, Carrier-Bryant. For info on our community, see our website: (http://www.condoscolumbiasc.com?id=active ),
This weekend I am going to a all day long home building seminar for green construction. It does seem to be the trend in the market and I for one want to know what methods are out there. I also work with an insulation company that sells green fiber and formaldehyde-free … (7 comments)
There are many "green building initiatives" taking place in Chapel Hill, and now the town is inviting mayors from the NC area to be involved as well in climate change and transportation. The Town of Chapel Hill will host a gathering of mayors Jan. 9 and 10 to discuss climate change … (2 comments)
Green Living and Beyond...The trend of Green or Sustainable Living/Building has now become a lifestyle for many. In fact, it has even moved beyond Green Living in some parts of the country to include what some would call "Environmentally Sustainable death care"(Green Burial Council). The Green Burial Council (http://www.greenburialcouncil.org/) is an independent, … (0 comments)
Mark your calendars now for Portland's largest Free sustainable lifestyle show. Coming March 28-30, 2008 at the Portland Expo Center. The Energy Trust Better Living Show features sustainable choices for your home, garden, and life. The event will feature companies and organizations with products and services in eight core areas: lifestyle … (3 comments)
A new international poll, including almost 2,000 consumers in the US, Britian, Germany, the Neterlands, Australia & Japan, indicates that almost 70% would be willing to pay a premium for alternative "Green" energy alternatives. These options include wind energy & solar power. Americans indicated they would pay the highest premium for cleaner energy … (0 comments)
After many months of long days and nights of research and writing my Green Building course is finally complete and is available on the website of the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI). This course is free to the public and can be taken as often as you like. The content … (1 comments)
Recently a contest was put out here on AR asking us to list the Top 5 "green" eco-friendly items if money were no object, http://activerain.com/blogsview/300156/1-Points-Brad-Pitt I thought this was a great idea and decided to write a blog on it. I have already somewhat thought about it for when I build … (22 comments)
For December, Dena Stevens recommended that the Eco All Star Group do an amazing Challenge. It is our GREEN Dream Home checklist, if money were no object. What 5 features would one choose for their home? This is all in Celebration of Brad Pitt's Pink Project in New Orleans.
For the first time we have begun to see some builders using "Green" Building techniques in the homes they are building. We were recently approached by one such builder about listing what they referred to as a "Super" home. The technique they were using is what is called Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs). This … (0 comments)
Investing in Green Real Estate: Wishful Thinking or Best Practice? By Josh Slaybaugh There are millions of people across the country committed to living green in their own homes. They recycle and do their best to eliminate drafty windows and doorways, even if their main motivation is to save … (1 comments)
FROM Round Rock Community Impact Newspaper 
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The Week in Review....your Wilmington ConnectionNovember 17, 2007 What a beautiful week in Wilmington, cool air, sunny skys and that feel of the holidays in the air. The real estate market continues to move with with 21% of the current listings under contract. Look here for more detailed info. Builders Think Green … (0 comments)
I'm very excited to announce that I will be representing the first ever Certified Green Community in Bucks County Pennsylvania. Springtown Knoll, a 20 lot community, located in Springfield Township Bucks County built by Reshetar Custom Home Builders. Being a bit of an Environmentalist has always left me torn with part … (1 comments)
Welcome to Get GREIN, your Global Real Estate Investment Network! Congratulations for taking the time to invest in your future! Get GREIN is a unique Real Estate Investment and Educational Club offering to our members many Global Real Estate Investment Networking Opportunities. In 2008 the Global Real Estate Investment Club will become a … (0 comments)