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GREEN BUILDING 101: DESIGN INNOVATION

GREEN BUILDING 101: DESIGN INNOVATION

The Green Building 101 series has taken us inside the house and out, looking at site selection, water efficiency, day lighting, eco-power, and environmentally friendly materials. The final segment in our

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GREEN BUILDING 101: Indoor Environmental Quality

GREEN BUILDING 101: Indoor Environmental Quality

Feeling good in our homes or offices isn’t just a matter of having a beautiful space. No matter how fabulous your furnishings, a poorly designed indoor environment can literally make you sick.

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GREEN BUILDING 101: Materials & Resources, Part II

GREEN BUILDING 101: Materials & Resources, Part II

Last week we dug into the LEED-H criteria for sustainable residential materials and resources. Now that we’ve given you the low-down, it’s time to get specific. While the variety of options

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GREEN BUILDING 101: Materials and Resources, Part I

GREEN BUILDING 101: Materials and Resources, Part I

When we think of greenhouse gas emissions, most of us envision a tailpipe spewing exhaust out of the back of a car. But 40% of the carbon dioxide that contributes to our warming planet comes from

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GREEN BUILDING 101: Sustainable Sites

GREEN BUILDING 101: Sustainable Sites

Welcome back to Green Building 101. Last week we covered how to select an environmentally responsible location for your new abode; this week we’ll begin discussing ways you can improve upon any home

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