Accessory dwelling units allow for low energy costs and that little needed extra space for a workshop or extra bedroom. We check one out in Portland.
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An Almost Clean Energy World By 2050?
The WWF outlines a 2050 scenario in which we use less energy more efficiently, and almost all of it comes from renewable sources. Oh, and no nukes.
Best Solar Panels to Buy for Your Home
Expert Tip: Talk to a Local Solar Panel Installer Before You Buy Solar Panels All of the information that we are going to provide you below about the best solar panels is nice to know, […]
Best Eco-Friendly Products for 2021
The importance of protecting our planet is permeating society and corporations, finally. And as a result, a number of innovative companies have been developing eco-friendly alternatives to everyday products or new products to help make […]
Solar Panel Cost (with Installation) In 2021
One of the most common questions people ask when they are considering installing solar panels on their home is “How much do solar panels cost?”. To answer that question, let’s take a look at the […]
Carbon Tax The Top Deficit Cutter, CBO Says
A $25/metric ton tax on GHG emissions would yield net budget savings of $1.06 trillion over ten years, the Congressional Budget Office reports.
7 Things Driving The Evolution Of High-Performance Buildings
A new whitepaper explores the driving trends behind high-performance buildings and the positive benefits they deliver for building owners, communities, and our national economy.
Solar Powered NASA Robot Survives Harsh Greenland Conditions
NASA reports that the solar powered robot GROVER has completed a stage of field trials in Greenland where it was analyzing layers of snow and ice.
New Chinese City Goes Green For The Health Benefits
Designers say limiting fossil fuel use will aid quick healing for those who have been ill or injured.
Another ‘Smart’ Power Outlet Launches on Kickstarter
See and reduce energy waste through Valta’s smart outlet/app combo.
Milwaukee Office Building Fulfills Its Healing Mission
The Clock Shadow Building, constructed on a vacant brownfield site, now uses sustainable methods to reduce its carbon footprint and promote wellness of both mind and body.
Seattle’s Bertschi Science Wing Is World’s Fourth ‘Living Building’
The new science wing at the Seattle school includes solar panels, a green roof, a green wall, a composting toilet, sustainably harvested wood and a rainwater collection system.
D.C. Elephants Get New LEED Gold Home
All urban buildings should do what they can to reduce their carbon footprints — even those whose residents weigh up to 4 tons and tend to leave enormous actual footprints.
With Solar, Libya Don’t Need No Stinking Oil
Sure, Libya has lots of oil – but a new study says the North African country’s solar resource could be five times as energy productive.