Can you tell me the pros/cons of concrete countertops?

Posted on June 12, 2008

Concrete countertops have some big benefits: They’re inexpensive and easy to install yourself. Check out the details here.

Green Blog Added

Posted on June 10, 2008

We’ve added a new section to the site with articles about green architecture, building, products, and much more. We will be adding more every day so feel free to subscribe to our feed and check back often.

Utility-Scale Solar Thermal Growing Fast

Posted on June 10, 2008

New utility contracts confirm that concentrating solar power is one of the fastest growing utility-scale, renewable energy sources in the country.

Use of Home Energy Rating Index Grows

Posted on June 10, 2008

The HERS Index, an energy rating system based on a straightforward scale that puts a net-zero home at zero and a basic code-built home at 100, has been adopted by a variety of programs that evaluate the environmental performance of homes.

We have an old garage and need to rebuild. Any ideas for making the project more green?

Posted on June 10, 2008

Here are some tips for making a new garage more environmentally friendly.

Top-Performing Pellet Stoves

Posted on June 10, 2008

High-efficiency pellet stoves from Quadra-Fire and Harman Stove Company offer heat from a renewable source with low particulate emissions.

USGBC to Outsource LEED Certification

Posted on June 10, 2008

The U.S. Green Building Council is conforming to international norms and scaling up certification capacity by handing off responsibility for certifying LEED buildings to its sister nonprofit organization, the Green Building Certification Institute.

Making Air Barriers that Work: Why and How to Tighten Up Buildings

Posted on June 10, 2008

Incorporating a continuous air barrier into a building’s design and construction can save energy and improve the indoor environment, among other benefits. The right materials and assemblies can help accomplish that goal, but careful attention during design and close oversight during construction are essential.

Next Generation of LEED Out for Public Comment

Posted on June 10, 2008

The U.S. Green Building Council has opened a public comment period for a new version of the LEED rating systems, incorporating changes to the point structure and putting greater emphasis on climate change.

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