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69How to Green Your Work Place
by Elle MacKenna
There is a connection between healthy people and a healthy planet and a greener workplace - the place we spend most of our waking hours - is better for both you and the planet. Indoor Air Quality is a... published 9 months ago
73Green Decking Options
by Elle MacKenna
Outdoor living spaces often become the favorite “rooms” of the house because they lend themselves to seasonal traditions and festivities. From enjoying summer BBQs to a quiet swing in the... published 14 months ago
65Resources for Green Do-it-Yourselfers
by Elle MacKenna
It’s a special breed of homeowner that wants to tackle improvements on their own. You’ve got to find the information, tools, materials and resources you need to get things done like a professional. If you’re motivated to meet the challenge of DIY, you’ve already got some green minded qualities and with a little extra consideration and resources you can green-it-yourself. published 12 months ago
77Eco-Friendly Paints: Low-VOC Options for the Environment
by Elle MacKenna
Conventional paint has never had a good reputation. It’s smelly, messy, old versions contained lead of all things and over the past decade it’s been tagged as a major indoor air pollutant. Today, thanks to consumer demand for healthier paints that perform, manufacturers are offering low-VOC options that are better people and the environment. published 16 months ago
74EcoBrokers: Realtors with Green Designation
by Elle MacKenna
The green building industry is experiencing incredible growth and the next five years are expected to bring even more. Real estate professionals are keeping up with new green designations that signify their... published 9 months ago
74Choosing Sustainable Kitchen Cabinets
by Elle MacKenna
I find cabinetmakers to be among the most skilled and engaged tradespeople. In the green building industry this quality is elevated with creative and innovative techniques for harvesting and crafting wood... published 14 months ago
58Greening Your Home Office
by Elle MacKenna
Working at home offers many benefits and is in itself a green endeavor. You can set your own hours, avoid aggravating commutes and be home when you’re needed. The green side is you save fuel and... published 11 months ago
62Can you afford a green home?
by Elle MacKenna
Green homes are becoming more mainstream as consumers place energy-efficiency a top priority. Still, homebuyers are often discouraged from finding or building green digs under the perception that these homes... published 12 months ago
65Best Green Building Websites
by Elle MacKenna
US Green Building Council The US Green Building Council (USGBC) is a non-profit organization that has championed sustainable building for well over a decade. It is a resource where industry professionals,... published 9 months ago
68Natural Daylighting for Health and Energy Efficiency
by Elle MacKenna
More and more studies are touting the benefits of natural daylighting in residential, academic and commercial settings. Designs that let the sunshine do the work reduce the need for artificial light taking a load off energy consumption and utility bills. Perhaps even more motivating, natural daylighting is just more pleasant. published 14 months ago
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