Unfortunately, when it comes to most environmental issues, a large section of the population has associated it with the Triple D's:  Dull, Dense, and Dry.

This Blog is derived from my desire to show that we can be environmentally friendly while remaining full-time consumers.

To me, being environmentally friendly is not about cutting things out, it is about creating something better.  I foresee Realtors helping homeowners create Environmentally Friendly Homes and thus profiting on all fronts (financially and morally).  That is the key issue in this debate.  Are we as Realtors willing to learn new techniques, work a little harder, and understand that what we do (or don't do) affects our image, our relationship with the public at large, and Planet Earth?

"Environmentalism is not about being less bad, it's about being more good." - William McDonough

I am in awe of the power I have as a Realtor, both for the good and the bad.  What an amazing profession I am in, that 'sells' land, water, and energy resources to the public.

Ultimately, it will be the Realty Profession that will be on the forefront of the Green Movement.  How do we move into that?

To me, that's the creative part.

Thank you for all the kind, insightful remarks to my first blog.

Best of luck and Go Green!

Douglas B. Garbe, Your Eco-Realtor.