renewable: 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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renewable: Xeriscaping: New Way to Think About Landscaping - 08/14/08 12:10 PM
Every couple months there is the dreaded water bill. It seems that it doesn't come very often but when it does, especially in the summer time, it is a hefty price to pay for the privileges we have become accustomed to. What if you could minimize, or even eliminate that pesky … (1 comments)
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renewable: 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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renewable: Building Green With Renewable Materials - 07/21/08 04:08 PM
In building the new Summerlin Home in Longmont, CO, Environmental Builders developer and Devonshire broker Steven Caplan took the more expensive, but environmentally friendly route of building with materials that are either recycled or renewable. In a previous blog post, Renewable Resources: The Future Of Construction, Lucas Shortridge discussed the importance … (1 comments)
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renewable: Renewable Resources: The Future of Construction - 07/14/08 04:19 PM
When thinking of building a home people usually just think of bricks, mortar, and two by fours with no consideration for the sustainability of those materials. But new age homes, that have environmentally conscious builders running the show, are built with sustainable materials. Some of these materials include; bamboo flooring, plantation … (0 comments)
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renewable: High Energy Cost Have Swimming Pool Owners Turning Green - 06/17/08 09:40 AM
High Energy Costs HaveSwimming Pool Owners Turning GreenAs the cost of energy continues to escalate, swimming pool owners are turning green to make their pools more efficient and less costly to heat. During 2008, SolarAttic has experienced an increase of 1300% in sales of its alternative energy pool heater that reclaims … (2 comments)
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renewable: Innovative Solar Technology Eliminating Solar Panels Gaining Huge Popularity With Swimming Pool Owners & HOA's Worldwide - 06/03/08 09:04 AM
Elk River, Minn SolarAttic, Inc. announced today that the company realized a marked increase in sales of its attic based solar pool heater during 2007. The increase was meaningful to SolarAttic, because the pool industry experienced a dramatic decline in sales during the same period. This industry wide decline was … (8 comments)
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renewable: Green, Green and more Green - A Cleaner Planet - 05/26/08 04:14 PM
I am not one for "banging on my drum" about turning green or saving the environment or green house gases. That said, I am all for "Green Building" or Environmental Friendly Building" on the basis that it makes sense and why would you not go green in this case.
Since when was building … (2 comments)
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renewable: 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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renewable: We're all Tapped In and Waiting for Spring - 03/15/08 04:55 PM
Parker's Maple Barn a renewable, sustainable Green-Get-Away!
One of my favorite places to visit in New Hampshire is Parker's Maple Barn. It is a family owned establishment which began in the 1960s with a small Sugar House. Today, it is a very popular gathering place with a restaurant, operating sugar house, and … (18 comments)
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renewable: Oregon Energy Trust Sets New Guidelines for 2008 - 02/21/08 10:42 PM
"Going Green" has been pretty painless for us so far, although long journeys in the hybrid are sometimes a challenge. We're happy knowing the products we have been replacing meet the 2008 Oregon Residential Energy Standards, even though we already changed out our windows and doors in 2005-2006 long before these … (5 comments)
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renewable: Cold Showers....Brrr...No Thanks! Solar Hot Water Rocks! - 02/05/08 10:51 PM
Haven't we all heard jokes about taking cold showers?
A recent article in Natural Health touts the benefits of cold showers...cold showers not only save energy but also can improve your health! The article goes on to say research has shown that a cold shower can reduce your risk of a cold … (40 comments)
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renewable: Solar Panels Generate Renewable Energy on Paradise Ca Homes - 01/25/08 04:14 PM
One form of renewable energy is solar. Installing solar panels on your Paradise Ca home, allows you, the home owner to harness the power of the sun and save money at the same time. Whoppeee. Now I know right now it's snowing in Paradise Ca but that is no excuse … (0 comments)
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renewable: !! 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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renewable: 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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renewable: 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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renewable: 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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renewable: VIP Invite - Come Learn How to Sustain our Resources! Onekama Michigan - June 22 - 24, 2007 - 06/09/07 11:40 PM
Today I had the good fortune to meet Jennifer Malinowski, program manager for Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association (GLREA). GLREA has undertaken a HUGE project and is putting together the Second Annual Michigan Energy Fair! The countdown has begun ... countdown here!
Jennifer was explaining the many workshops that will go on … (13 comments)
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renewable: Step Into Green! Flooring that's Eco-friendly! - 05/21/07 02:10 PM
Carpeting: consider non-toxic, natural fiber carpeting. Some examples:
Earth Weave produces pure wool, completely bio-degradable carpeting with a primary backing of hemp and cotton, natural adhesive from rubber trees, and jute secondary backing, over a wool carpet padding.Nature's Carpet offers a line of natural fiber, non-toxic and biodegradable floor coverings made of woold … (10 comments)
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renewable: 16 Ways to Green Your Home - 04/18/07 07:01 AM
16 WAYS TO GREEN YOUR HOME Lower Your Utility Bills
1. Switch to Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs
Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) can be a huge energy saver. Replace some (or all) of your incandescent bulbs with fluorescents and enjoy reductions in heat production, energy use, and electric bills! Savings: Changing five of … (0 comments)
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