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Tips on Working with Your Landlord to Green Your Apartment
We encourage renters to see their landlords as partners in living green. Try to start a face-to-face discussion with them, rather than using
Installing a Residential Geothermal Heat Pump: A FIRST-HAND ACCOUNT
At the time, I'll admit I was a bit skeptical of the idea of actually being able to heat your home without burning some sort of fuel on-site such as natural gas, propane or even wood in a wood stove. This seemed especially unlikely in a climate like Minnesota's. I later visited my dad's house in the winter after his system was installed and found that it was actually quite comfortable.
Reducing the Impact of your Driveway
Most driveways are made from asphalt, concrete, paving stones, or gravel. All of these are considered "impermeable" surfaces because they do not allow water to pass through them. That's right-standard pavers and standard
We are Living in Individual Ecosystems
GREEN HOMES: Standards, Certifications, and Options for You
Green Remodeling Products... Don’t Stop There!
Green Laundry Tips
Wash only when dirty. Most pants and some shirts can be worn two to three times before washing.
Line dry clothes year round. A large drying rack will make this easy and convenient. The U.S. Department of Energy rates clothes dryers as the second biggest user of household energy.
Buy concentrated laundry detergent in refillable containers. This cuts down on shipping weight and garbage.
Green Roof
A green rooftop is a rooftop that incorporates plants as part of a building’s roofing system. Properly designed, green roofs are stable, living ecosystems that replicate many of the processes found in nature. Green rooftops can provide multiple ecological benefits including stormwater management, water quality improvements, reductions in energy use, air quality improvement and increased wildlife habitat.
Cloth Diapering
As a mother, I am often questioned about the choices I make in raising my children. Every time I leave the house with my 5 month old I am bombarded with unsolicited advice about all aspects of his well-being ranging from his attire to his diet. Nothing has brought on more comments, though, than my decision to use cloth diapers.
