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Articles related to "Energy Efficient"
20 Ways to Go Green Read about how to help conserve energy, reduce waste and use non toxic alternatives to cleaners and pesticides. ways to go green • environmentally friendly • preserve ecosystem • conserve • recycle
Buying Energy Efficient Windows - The Ratings Game Thinking of purchasing energy efficient windows? Here is a practical guide to understanding the ratings, what they mean and which one is the right one for you. building construction • windows • exterior • glass • energy efficiency
Cohousing: a Low-Carbon Lifestyle A New Report Says Americans and Land Developers are Buying in to the Idea of Sharing Space. Cohousing Lets Homeowners Go Green While Getting to Know the Neighbors green living • carbon footprint • cohousing • development • energy efficient
Energy Efficient Schools Schools are being built energy-efficient. There are 770 such buildings across the nation. What makes a building energy-efficient? energy-efficient • green buildings • u.s. green building council • wind energy • geothermal heat pumps
Green Architecture It isn't a tribute to St. Patrick's Day, but rather an ecologically responsible way of building. architecture • building • construction • green • sustainable
Low-Cost Tips for an Energy Efficient Green Home Making your home more energy efficient doesn't have to be expensive. There are a number of quick, inexpensive changes that you can make to green up and save money. tips to make home more energy efficient • increase home energy efficiency • low cost energy savings for home • energy efficient home • green home
Tips for Energy Efficient Lighting Studies show that in the US, an average household spends 5-10% of it energy budget on lighting. This shows that there is a potential of saving money by achieving higher efficiency lighting. Here are some useful tips on achieving energy efficient lighting and reducing your next electricity bill. building construction • material • building • maintenance • construction
Use SIPs for an Energy Star Home Structural Insulated Panel (SIPs) construction is the foundation of an Energy Star rating. Green building has many advantages: tax credits and 50%-off utility bills. structural insulated panel • sips • energy star home • green building • residential construction software
Energy Efficiency and Windows Learn about the factors and properties of windows that can make them energy efficient. Explore energy efficient glazing and frame types. Compare the energy saved by using single-, double- and triple-pane windows. building construction • windows • exterior • glass • energy efficiency
A Leader in Sustainable Tourism As a leader of luxury class hotels and resorts within the travel and tourism industry, Fairmont was the first to launch a chain-wide environmental program. leaders forefronts developments sustainable touris • first launch chain-wide environmental programs • superior levels upscale services amenities • architecturally appropriates settings • policy papers glass recycling
Green Architecture: Passive designs and heating Design features in buildings can maximise heat control without the use of airconditioners or other heating and cooling devices. architecture • passive design • heating • engineering
Green Banking More and more business practices are incorporating the go green initiative - including banking. green banking • green mortgages • green credit cards • online banking • save the planet
Basement Ventilation Systems Mold remediation is expensive. Basement ventilation systems can reduce the chance of black mold infestation. Heating and cooling units will make the space comfortable. basement ventilation systems • mold remediation • heating and cooling units • home theater • seer rating
Buying a Freezer Is an Economical Investment To consumers who must watch every penny, freezing food is another way to save money. Grocery sales, living green, and fewer store visits make owning a freezer worthwhile. buying a freezer is an economical investment • top reasons to freeze food • freezing food is a way to save money • quick facts about home freezers • questions to ask before buying a freezer
Get Ready for Winter Checklist To keep your home warm and save energy this winter check off the items on this list. Get the jobs done right now and you can relax in a warm, cozy house when the cold winds start to blow. winterize • furnace • insulation • weather stripping • gutters
Going Green in Home Projects Take a quick look at the benefits of green building and see how you can join in. benefits of green building • eco-friendly building products • energy efficient mechanical systems • reduce toxic emissions • reusing existing materials
Recycle those Tires! Ways in which to turn those unwanted eyesores in your yard, into attractive, practical enhancements for your garden; raised beds--pamper your plants! sustainable living • natural living • back to basics • back to the land • permaculture
Remoska® Cookery Review of the Remoska®, a small portable oven, ideal for use in any family home, as well as student accommodation, or touring in a caravan or motor home remoska cookery • remoska • cooking with a remoska • economical cooking • portable oven
Rules for Remodeling Tips to help you make the right remodeling decisions that will pay off in the long run. home remodeling • home renovations • renovations for profit • improving home resale value • kitchen remodeling
Save with LED Christmas Lights Energy-saving LED Christmas lights have become more widely available and less expensive. Here's where (and why) to buy LED holiday lights. led christmas lights • energy efficient holiday lights • energy-saving led christmas lights • led holiday lights • solar-powered led christmas lights
Industry Partnerships, EPA's Environmental Carrot industry partnerships, sustainability, environment industry partnerships • sustainability • environment
How to Help Reverse Global Warming A look at how tree planting can sequester carbon and take CO2 out of the atmosphere. Easy ways to alter your lifestyle to help reverse global warming.Practical help. biggest issue facing the world today • offset your carbon footprint • trees breathe in co2 • source of renewable energy • economics of climate change
Part 3: Innovative Foundations There are many new and innovative methods that are being employed to construct foundations. Read on to explore some energy efficient and environmentally sensitive solutions. building construction • foundations • foundation • basement wall • insulation
Carbon Offset Program for Travel A luxury hotel company has joined a carbon offset program to reduce greenhouse gases. Sustainable Travel also has many other programs to make it easier to travel green. leading rights luxury day spas best golf 5-star ho • sustainable eco friendly tourism developments envi • growing aware negatives impacts industry having st • guests investment solar wind powers sources utiliz • money invested
Earth Day - Everyday Earth Day is April 22. Here are some ideas for celebrating this special day. earth day • environmental celebration • lesson ideas • dr. seuss • the lorax
Easy Green Living, Renee Loux This household reference manual will guide you in making small changes at home that will create a healthy green environment for your family and the world we share. easy green living • renee loux • rodale • green products • eco friendly
Green Gift Ideas What to get the ecology-minded person for the holidays and beyond. green gift guide • environmentally friendly gifts • eco-friendly products • books about global warming • memberships to nature organizations
Grime and Punishment Part 2 - Laundry Tips and Tricks When it comes to laundry, less is more: more economical, more efficient and more environmentally responsible. Now that's my kind of chore. laundry • wash • wash clothes • save money • how to save money on laundry
Light Up Your Home Office You don't need a big budget to make your home office a better work space! A few simple things can make a positive difference and give your office a spring makeover. light bulbs • energy efficient • sylvania light bulbs • home office lighting • light systems for home office
Plastic Window Insulation Making your home more energy efficient doesn't have to be expensive. Cheap, easy to install shrink film can keep heat or air conditioning from flying out the window. plastic window insulation kit • window shrink film • save savings energy and money • lower heating cost lower air conditioning bill • lower energy bill
Save Energy to Stop Global Warming Many people think that they are powerless to stop Global Warming. They are wrong. Here are ten steps that can make any home an environmentally friendly enclave. global warming • climate change • greenhouse gases • burning fossil fuel • stop global warming
Tune Up, Turn Off, Drop Out If the price of gas is giving you, well, <i>indigestion</i>, stop by for some tips that may save you some money at the pumps. gasoline • gas • gas prices • save money on gas • save money
What's New in the Green World New Websites and programs to help people lead greener lives. ecomall • 48-hour green home • fairmont eco-meet program • geofeat • green dimes
A Guide to Lighting Types Light is a very critical part of our world. Without light we would not be able to see anything. Man has created a number of sources for providing artificial light. Learn about the various types of lighting options that you can chose from, their features and applications. building construction • material • building • maintenance • construction
California in Crisis California is catching a lot of heat for it's current energy crisis, and in a way that's a shame. The Golden State currently has some of the most progressive alternative energy programs in the U.S. california • energy • electricity • crisis • alternative
Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs Compact fluorescent light bulbs, also called CFLs, are a great way to save energy. Learn the pros and cons of these nifty efficient lights. cfl bulbs • compact fluorescent light • traditional light bulb • light bulb wattage • pros of cfls
Langdale: Lake District Hotel 17th Century woolen mill becomes a green luxury resort with 3 star hotel, timeshares, and 5 star self-catering units in the heart of England's walking paradise. 3 star luxury hotel • langdale estate • english lake district • green resort • energy conservation
Tips to Increase Your Home's Energy Efficiency Sealing the drafts in your home can be one of the most cost effective ways to improve energy efficiency and comfort. Here's how to do it inexpensively. tip to reduce home energy cost • home energy savings • home energy efficiency • reduce heating cost • reduce cooling cost
Fossil Fuel Woes Fossil fuels are non-renewable energy resources; what can be done about this? fossil fuel • petroleum • energy • oil • anwar
Kiss the Cook in Your New Kitchen Kitchen decorating and remodeling kitchen stove floor countertop window refrigerator
Responsible Luxury Travel Plans Luxury leisure travel and ecotourism are not mutually exclusive. The tourism industry is catching up to consumer demands for more sustainable, yet comfortable, vacations. responsible easy alaska sustainable environmentall • consumer demands more comfortable • armed with knowledge disproportionate amounts nonr • ways enjoy distant tropical remote destinations ac • full service rain forest fresh organic locally gro
The Energy It Takes to Do Laundry What to do when your washer - full of a load of cloth diapers - finally craps out. Necessity is a mother. laundry • washer • dryer • washing machine • energy efficien*
Definition of a Green Home! A description of the Green Home and why it is important to consider going Green when you build. Lists several of the hazardous materials in a conventional home when deciding to build, remodel or rennovate. remodel • rebuild • build • environmental • hazard
Saving Nature If we are to enjoy nature we must first find ways to protect and conserve all nature has to offer us. I offer here a few tips on water, conservation, energy savings and non-toxic cleaners. nature • conserve • natural resources • water • trees
Gravimetric Cost-Reduced Redundancy Optimized Hydroponics! Gravimetric Cost-Reduced Redundancy Optimized Hydroponics discussion! hydrogen • peroxide • hydroponics
Going Green Takes on National Conventions The upcoming U.S. national conventions are incorporating green practices, using green products and trying to conserve resources. green • going green • national conventions • recycle • reuse
Green Technology at School This April 22nd consider making an impact on the environment by enacting changes in the computer lab at school. earth day • green technology • pc power usage • environmentally friendly • environmental impact of computers
Greener Home Construction Steps are being taken to provide consumers of new homes that use more sustainable and renewable energy sources. solar power • wind power • sustainable energy • renewable energy for homes • home energy
Introduction to Renewable Energy Issues In Kyoto last year, countries around the world agreed to limit greenhouse gas emissions. Finding alternative energy sources to power the world requires breakthroughs in technology and the way we think. engineering • energy • greenhouse gas • renewable energy • environment |
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