Category: Sustainable Building

Sustainable Building Tech

An anti-fatigue floor mat looks very similar to any other mat. However, they are designed to prevent slipping and offer as much comfort as possible to anyone who needs to stand all day. The surface is usually made of high …

From Guest Blogger Christopher Austin: What Makes Anti-fatigue Mats Environmentally Green? Read More »

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One of the main advantages of building a brand new home is the fact that they’re more energy efficient overall, which means they cost significantly less to run and maintain. But, if you choose to remodel a somewhat older home, …

From Guest Blogger Bob Gorman: Sustainable Remodeling Tips To Make Your Home Energy Efficient Read More »

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When it comes to living a greener life… it all starts at home.  Literally every room in your home can be modified so that it is more energy efficient. This not only produces less Co2 emissions and is much better …

From Guest Blogger Izzy: Tips for Arranging a Greener Home Read More »

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With an increased awareness of the importance of green living, sustainable building has reached new heights – 301 metres to be precise! We’re talking about the recent sustainability changes to Paris’ famous landmark, the Eiffel Tower. In 2014, the first …

From Guest Blogger Jamie Best: Turbine & Towers — Liberté, Égalité, Sustainabilité Read More »

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Entrance mats are extremely beneficial for people’s homes and businesses. They provide floor protection, safety, bacteria regulation, dirt control, and may even spice up the décor of a dull room. These rugs are meant to protect floors made of different …

From Guest Blogger Christopher Austin: Recycled Eco-friendly Entrance Mats Read More »

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The question, what is better for the environment, a bath or a shower, has been a constant subject for discussion and the reason for many arguments since the minute showers were invented. It seems everyone has an opinion on which …

From Guest Blogger Izzie: Environmental Aspects of Showers vs. Baths–Myths and Facts Read More »

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The most conscientious among us are determined to treat our world the way it deserves and adopt an eco-friendly attitude. This approach applies especially to the front lines of greenery that are within our domain, the gardens we landscape to …

From Guest Blogger Anita Ginsburg: Eco-Friendly Landscaping Ideas For A Green Yard And Home Read More »

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Think motorized blinds, think electricity. Think electricity, don’t think green. This is the equation that has been drilled into most of us although surprisingly, it doesn’t always have to happen like this. Let’s start with an introduction to motorized blinds.

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Last Friday was the 118th birthday of Thorton Wilder, best known for his 1938 Pulitzer-prize winning play “Our Town,” a scene of which is pictured here.  I was discussing this  the other day with my mother, who called to my …

Thinking Deep Thoughts Doesn’t Have To Hurt–An Admittedly Off-Topic Post Read More »

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Environmental concerns are starting to dictate more and more of our consumer decisions. From which food to buy to what light bulbs to use, it’s refreshing to see that customers are starting to make great strides to being more environmentally …

From Guest Blogger Izzy: Which Fireplace Is Better For The Environment? Read More »

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