Modern society offers humanity many benefits, such as longer lifespans and unprecedented levels of comfort and leisure. However it also has a downside, in the form of pollution. Factories and power plants are major causes of pollution, but people’s homes also contribute to the problem. When homeowners and residents take action to reduce their own…
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Go Green at Home! For Kids & Adults
Going green is not just some kind of catch phrase that people around the world are using: It is a real way to save the planet’s environment and save your family money as well. Most people do not realize how financially beneficial it can be to learn how to recycle or conserve energy. By following…
Going Green in Denver
Denver, Colorado works daily to innovate private and public sectors to keep the environment green and glowing. Governor John Hickenlooper’s promise to plant a million trees in the city by 2025 will add more oxygen and increase the urban landscape. Denver International Airport is one of the greenest airports in the United States.
A Kid’s Guide to Reducing, Reusing & Recycling Waste
Have you ever wondered how much waste you create every day? If you’re anything like the average person in America, you produce about 4.3 pounds of waste per day.
Xeriscaping: Environmentally Wise Landscaping
Xeriscaping is a landscaping term that refers to the practice of planting native plants, shrubs, and trees to reduce maintenance, water usage, and upkeep. It is most popular in the Western United States, where recent drought and water shortages have highlighted how wasteful keeping non-native species alive can be when it comes to sucking up…
Green Windows
Few home improvements do more for your home from a green perspective than installing new, green windows. Poor windows can heat up your home like an oven in the summertime, and they can account for as much as 25 percent of your home’s heat loss in the winter. On the other hand, energy-efficient windows and…
Green Flooring: Vinyl and Linoleum
In most remodeling circles, vinyl and linoleum share a reputation as quality options for homeowners looking for an economy flooring solution. In green remodeling circles, however, there is a clear frontrunner. Natural linoleum is a superior product in just about every facet, including health, longevity, and durability. Vinyl, on the other hand, has some significant…
Going Green with Fans and Ventilation
One of the greenest areas of home improvement continues to be one of the most natural. Whether you’re looking to improve the overall energy efficiency of your home, or are more concerned with the health benefits of going green with home ventilation, this green guide from HomeAdvisor is here to help.
Going Green: Exterior Paint
Painting and staining are often overlooked when it comes to green remodeling, especially when it comes to exterior projects. After all, a green exterior paint job isn’t going to improve a home’s energy efficiency, cut energy costs, or reduce fossil fuel consumption. On the other hand, going green is just as much about creating healthier…
Go Green with Bamboo Fence
Bamboo fence is one of the most up and coming, durable, and green fencing materials available to homeowners today. It comes in slats, rolls, and can be grown naturally, making it one of the most attractive, and environmentally friendly, fencing materials on the market. Bamboo Fencing Styles There are a number of bamboo fencing materials…