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Heliodyne Cool Climate Water Heating System

by Christiane on \'Tuesday, June 29th, 2010\'

Heliodyne Cool Climate closed loop packaged solar water heating system. Recommended for cool climates and areas with hard water.
Find out more about this and a wide selection of additional solar product at RealGoods.com
Real Goods Solar, Inc.

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Using LED Lights in Homes

by Christiane on \'Thursday, June 24th, 2010\'

Using LED lights in homes has become even more interesting since dimmable LED lights have come on the market.

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Water Saving Plumbing Fixtures

by Christiane on \'Monday, June 21st, 2010\'

Replacing your existing “standard” plumbing fixtures with water saving plumbing fixtures products will have a huge impact on your overall water consumption. It will be a great step towards making a difference in water conservation.




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Green And Sustainable Homes

by Christiane on \'Wednesday, June 16th, 2010\'

Building and living in a green home is making a commitment to oneself, future generations and the environment.  For me, the question is not “why would you build a green home?” the questions is: WHY WOULD YOU NOT build a green home? What Makes a Home a Green and Sustainable Home? The location, orientation and [...]

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Water Conservation – The Big Picture

by Christiane on \'Thursday, June 3rd, 2010\'

Clean drinking water is rapidly becoming a limited resource. It already is in many areas. Not just in the dry, desert Southwest.The EPA reported in 2008 that nearly every region in the US had experienced water shortages in the preceding 5 years. The EPA also stated, that 36 States will be experiencing local, regional or state-wide water shortages by the year 2013, even under non-drought conditions.
What can we do to conserve water?




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Wood Burning Stove Or Pellet Stove?

by Christiane on \'Tuesday, August 19th, 2008\'

A cozy fire burning in a wood stoveThe heating season is approaching quickly and it is high time to install that wood burning stove or pellet stove you have been thinking about. Which one will it be? Either stove will provide you with a wonderfully cozy heat source. You will need to check a few things, before making a decision.
The first thing to check is the availability of pellets in your area.


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How To Buy Or Sell A Green Home Is Now Easier

by Christiane on \'Monday, August 11th, 2008\'

Do you want to sell your green home? Are you interested in buying a green home? How to buy or sell a green home has just become easier. The energy rating of a house is now listed in the real estate listings.
The FMLS, the multiple listing used by real estate agents and home buyers now lists the Energy Star rating and HERS (Home Energy Rater) ratings. Potential home buyers can do a “green” search for energy saving features and can find out how much energy a home uses for heating and cooling.

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