Green Model Homes

I’ve been looking forward to the day when builders’ model homes showcase environmentally-friendly materials, finishes, and furnishings. That’s exactly what happened in Austin, Texas by a large-scale community developer of sustainable homes.
The model home serves as a beautiful example of what measures consumers can have incorporated into their own new homes in the community […]

Utah’s Green Initiatives

With its many natural wonders, there’s no doubt that residents and government officials would want to do what they can to preserve Utah’s environment.
According to Utah Clean Energy, there are several green initiatives on lawmakers’ agendas this legislative season.

Counting is for the Birds

One indication of how our environment is doing, is by evaluating populations of various animal species. This February anyone can take part in an annual event called the Great Backyard Bird Count, led by Audubon and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.

Green Home & Garden Show in Oregon

For all you lucky people who live out in the Eugene, Oregon area, this weekend is sure to be fun-filled and educational at the 3rd Annual Good Earth Home, Garden & Living show. The cost of admission and parking is free, but you can do your good deed for the day by bringing a […]

Utility Company Looks to Biomethane

While looking for renewable energy solutions, California’s PG&E is considering utilizing more biomethane gas. According to an article at Reuters.com, “Biomethane is pipeline-quality gas derived from organic material such as agricultural crops, manure or wood wastes.” Well, since there seems plenty of that across the country, why not capture it for the […]

Green Re-Building Seminar for Wildfire Victims

If you were one of the unfortunate victims of the California wildfires in 2007, you might want to check out a workshop presented by the U.S. Green Building Council’s San Diego chapter. According to the USGBC, “The focus is planning, design, construction, operation & maintenance in the context of sustainable development within the built […]

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