What Is Net-Zero Construction? And Why It’s Now a Big Deal
Net-zero construction is all the rave now. Every other day now, we see a big corporation announce that they will go net-zero energy by some near-future date. The politicians and…
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Solar Energy Alternatives: 4 To Use When Solar Won’t Work
Solar power seems to be growing unstoppably. But unfortunately, it just isn’t going to work for every homeowner. Luckily, there are some good solar energy alternatives for homes. If you…
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6 Reasons Why Solar Energy Won’t Work For Your Home (And What To Do)
We explore the top 6 biggest reasons why solar energy may not work for your own home. Not to fret though! We give resources and options for how to check for yourself, and what to do about it.
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The 15 Best Green Building Resources You’ll Want to Bookmark
We’ve gathered our favorite 15 online resources for all things green building, sustainable technology, and everything in between. Check out on rundown of each, why we like each one.
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An Introduction to Urban Homesteading (With a Net-Zero Twist)
Learn all about urban homesteading principles that carry a low-impact, net-zero lifestyle into the backyard and how to begin your journey.
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How to Easily Calculate Sea Level Rise For Your Own Home
While sea level rise is not on the radar for many people, it could become one of the most important things we look into when buying a home or planning for the future in terms of our financial security.
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The Complete Guide to Energy Efficient Mortgage and Loan Options
You want your home to be comfortable, cost-efficient, and eco-friendly. Here’s how to pay for it.
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It All Adds Up: The Affordable Components of a Net-Zero House
Putting together a net-zero house costs less than you think when all the components work together. Dive into some straightforward, money-saving components that have a quick payback, a good ROI, and improve the comfort of your home.
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Cutting Carbon and Improving Real Estate in Big Cities
The energy consumed by buildings in cities is the major source of greenhouse gas, and major cities worldwide are taking drastic steps to provide building owners with new guidelines to reduce carbon emissions.
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When Economic Recovery Isn’t Enough: The Great American Crisis
The economy has made a slow but steady recovery since the Great Recession, and wages have gone up, so why are so many Americans still struggling financially?
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Real Estate and the Global Economy
Markets have been recovering since 2008, but the past three years have seen a gradual slowdown in an increasingly globalized housing market.
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Scandinavia and the World Happiness Report
Scandinavian countries consistently outrank the rest of the world in the World Happiness Report. So what works about their mindset?
