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More and more, we're hearing about green homes and green building. What does this really mean? Personally, I want to install a 12 person hot tub on my property (kinda crazy, I know), but I don't want to contribute any further to the climate crisis. Professionally, I want to provide clients … (3 comments)
Did you know that heating water is the third largest energy user in your home. Studies show that about 13% of the typical utility bill is for heating water. Fortunately, you can do something about it. Here are 4 things you can do to reduce your water heating bill: 
It seems to me that we're about 20 years late in hearing the message about how we're destroying our planet.Does it take a group of musicians to get us moving and making changes in our lives to save our planet? It seems so -- the Live Earth concert was this weekend … (11 comments)
The "going green" trend is as popular in the Triangle area as anywhere else. 
Hello,I personally feel that I will pay more for a product that better maintains/effects OUR environment than a less expensive one that burns fossil fuel all day long, but not everyone feels that way. Money still motivates - always has and always will to a certain degree.So I found an insert … (5 comments)
No, not the cleaning product. Just some more ideas in the wake of the Live Earth Event.
One of the highlights of my trip to the 2007 Michigan Energy Fair was learning how to drive a SEGWAY BY KAR !!
Go to http://www.BuyAndSellAZ.com/ for all of your Real Estate needs.John Karadsheh is a Certified Residential Specialist, an Accredited Buyer Representative, a Mulit-Million Dollar Producer, Relocation Certified and has been a resident of Arizona since 1978. … (4 comments)
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)
We're entering a second wave of environmental consciousness in America and companies are jumping on the "green" bandwagon fast. There's good reason to do so: it makes good marketing sense to be "green" when consumers indicate they by and large prefer "green" behavior and are willing to seek it out. And, in some … (2 comments)
This Saturday is a unique event.It is the seventh day of the seventh month in the seventh year of this millennium - 7/7/07.The number 7 is believed to be a lucky one (in contrast to 6, although this may vary from country to country), and the 3 7's particularly so. Those … (13 comments)
MakeMeSustainable.com, Beta. A site to behold! An introduction from the Carbon Crusaders wordpress blog gives a great introduction to their hardwork and heartfelt efforts in creating a site could benefit the world. 
Indianapolis Monthly this month has a great article on going green, something we here feel fairly strong about. They point to a few builders here in Indianapolis that are doing building that is better for the environment. They pointed to two in particular that caught our eye. The first was The … (0 comments)
If you think your electric bill is too high, This is what I did and I am already benefiting from it.I have a Sun Room on the back of my house. It is on the side the the sun rises. I ordered tint from Ebay. Good tint and not that expensive. … (4 comments)
I am looking for information on existing green / sustainable housing developments. I am particularly interested in how the homes have worked for people, what they do like and what they don't like. Is there any contractors board, blog area, websites, myspace or ??? than any of you know of where … (3 comments)
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A vision without a task is but a dream, a task without vision is drudgery, and a vision with a task is the hope of the world. [Inscription on a church in Sussex, England, 1730] Robyn Van En had a vision. She is credited with the founding of the Community Supported Agricultural (CSA) movement … (20 comments)
I'm checking my Gmail and saw an RSS article from ZDNet that there are actually buyers out in San Francisco that want a Green or more substainable home. It wasn't until I accidentally watched the "Dirty Jobs" episode in which Mike Rowe goes on a San Fran trash pick up. I … (2 comments)
A couple years ago DH and our grandson had a family compettion to grow a GIANT PUMPKIN. Neither one had much success, but they were kept busy all summer babying their pumpkins.The pumpkin at our house set off a volunteer vine that DH transplanted in the garden. It was absolutely a … (12 comments)
Yesterday I wrote Got Green? and I talked about how GREEN Products are for everyone. Basically, ECO stuff helps the consumer-it just happens to help the environment at the same time. I didn't get an overwhelming response, which didn't surprise me. However, by the time I get some more posts in the … (14 comments)
Appraiser, mortgage lenders and realtor's are missing the boat on some really good marketing. As a architectural Designer I market on the Not So Big House web-site I average 4 to 6 jobs per year off that web-site. It only costs me $50.00 to be listed under there Home Professional Directory per … (32 comments)
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HUD UNVEILS AMERICA'S FIRST EFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE, AFFORDABLE CONCEPT HOME PATH.Concept Home represents the New American Dream during National Homeownership Month.The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently announced the completion of America's first PATH Concept Home featuring more than 60 efficient, sustainable and flexible products and systems all in … (2 comments)
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Here a few ideas you can use at home to reduce your carbon footprint
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I was raised by an arborist. For those of you who may not know what that is, it is a professional who has taken courses and been trained in all aspects of caring for trees. It's really a very interesting career, and I have learned a lot watching my dad. Now, he … (5 comments)
Have you seen an Active Rain moderator who works harder than janeAnne Narrin? Her ECO-ALL STARS~ The GREEN Scene group has just gained their 200th member, thanks to her tireless blogging energy, i.e. green energy. 
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If you're remodeling, you'll be generating loads of waste that you no longer want, but that may be reusable. Think green and be eco-friendly; consider donating these construction items, rather than adding more junk to your local landfill! Many construction materials exchanges and thrift shops welcome salvaged materials that are in good … (7 comments)
So, after watching Oprah and attending the Plano, TX Live Green Expo this past weekend, I've decided to switch to eco-friendly cleaning products. I want to do my part in helping the environment but also I have terrible allergies so I'm hoping these products will help me. I think all the chemicals … (6 comments)
Provided by the city of Miramar … (0 comments)
Greetings to all, and thanks for coming by. When it comes to 'Green' I must confess that I am a little conflicted. You see the 'Other' in my Real Estate - other description, Is buying and selling rural land. Like this Property in the San Luis Valley, Colorado. I do see the need to plan and sometimes Restrict growth as our Country's … (27 comments)
Austin's city government is one of the best at making use of renewable energy, according to SustainLane.com, a San Francisco business geared to promoting green living to people, businesses and government. Austin is ranked sixth on a list of the 10 U.S. cities that use renewables such as solar, wind … (0 comments)
ListedGreen.com: A New MLS for Green, Energy Efficient, Sustainable Real Estate and Developments - Worldwide
Hey Berkeley residents, you're invited to the Berkeley Measure G Climate Action Kick-Off being held this Saturday from 10am-12pm. Last year, Berkeley residents issued a call to action on global warming by voting overwhelmingly in support of Measure G. Measure G sets an aggressive goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions … (0 comments)
I have to admit, until I joined Active Rain , I didn't concern myself with the Green Movement. The most green that got my attention was ....That, plus the fact that green is my favorite color!Not that I don't care about the Environment, or Global Warming or Endangered Species. I just didn't think about it … (7 comments)
Go green: Make your home eco-friendlyThisWeek NewsThursday, April 12, 2007Bill EvansWith Earth Day on April 22 quickly approaching, now is a good time to give back to our planet.The good news is there are many little things you can do around your home to make it more environmentally friendly. Ask … (4 comments)
Delta Air Lines recently began a voluntary program to offset their carbon emissions. Their plan is to encourage ticket-buyers to make a donation to The Conservation Fund so more trees can be planted. … (2 comments)
Hey folks, Toledo, Ohio is recycling! On Friday March 30th , Toledo City Council adopted a 2007 city budget that included a $5.50 trash pickup fee for all homeowners. The good news is that you can save $2.50 per month by signing up to recycle! This new law is retro … (2 comments)
Help! I have some eco-friendly buyers and need some suggestions for eco-friendly closing gifts. Here are some ideas that I've come up with, but I'd like some additional ideas.Hemp (or similar material) Welcome MatPack(s) of CFL bulbsRecycled art Purchase Carbon Reduction CreditsAngies List - The Green Edition I would like to … (37 comments)
I have decided that since it has been such a challenge to get started in this business, I would post a blog about some of the advantages I have found to being new, or as many other experienced loan officers like to call me, "green"."It's not easy being green." - Kermit … (3 comments)
Good Morning ActiveRain!I hope to find everyone in good spirits this morning! I am quite groggy, lack of caffeine intake... Monday, is a day for goal setting. For me that usually means just for the week, but since today is the first Monday of the month, I will create goals for … (3 comments)
I'm sure we all have "kits" that contain various tools, cleaning products, etc. In addition to the obvious I also carry along a bottle of lite olive oil. I use this on dry furniture that needs a good oiling, dull hardwood floors, kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, and in the kitchen to … (25 comments)
With a little push , I have been forced to face my selfish comfort zone of living "large" (as in the newfound term Carbon Footprint) and feeling..well..guilty!I was raised by wonderful parents that instilled conservation on a daily basis- "Turn the light off", "that is enough water" , "dont litter" and "dont … (5 comments)
"Green Real Esate is really starting to take off. It makes sense that ecologically friendly homes would be a big hit in the Berkeley, San Francisco Bay Area. At a home inspection yesterday the inspector had just come fronm a house made of hay bails. Stacked, supported by rebar and stucoed … (0 comments)
Have you ever thought about the way a vine grows? Probably not. Picture in your mind a vine that grows on the side of a building. It will grow up the wall, around pipes, between the window and window sill, crawling along the ground. Some vines stay green all year, others … (10 comments)
My Organic Market (MOM's) located in East Columbia, MD is a great example of GREEN Business and how action speaks louder than words. MOM‘s Purpose: 
Sometimes the problems of the world seem so large and overwhelming that it's hard to wrap my head around where to begin. 
When St, Patrick's Day rolls around, most people let it pass by. There are a few people who will wear their green if they are Irish and orange if they are Catholic. I have never heard of a place that actually goes all out and celebrates it like they do here … (1 comments)
Many homeowners are desiring and some insisting that their home be earth friendly, affordable to operate, and healthy to live in. In recent years the method of building homes based on Green building principles has grown incredibly. The term Green building refers to a practice of increasing the efficiency with … (0 comments)
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)
The Regenerative Design Institute in Bolinas (http://regenerativedesign.org/) is a non-profit educational organization with the vision that all people can live in a mutually enhancing relationship with the earth. Their focus is on educating people in setting up permaculture systems in backyards, schools, farms, etc. 
Our local Portland area MLS added a new search filter Tuesday that allows searches on 'green' designated homes, those specifically certified by Energy Star, Earth Advantage, etc. Now, that's nice, and our area has a reputation for being particularly environmentally friendly, but The Oregonian trumpeted it like Christ had returned. Others … (0 comments)