A remodeler uses his own home to train himself and his crew in specific green practices so he can better inform clients.
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The Federal Trade Commission is cracking down on fraudulent advertising claims about energy efficiency.
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High-efficiency toilets and faucets are important, but real water savings comes from rethinking water delivery.
Creating a green remodeling template and educating developers so they can use that template in remodeling projects.
The ability to monitor and manage home electricity use has raised both positive and negative responses from consumers.
Rather than replacing otherwise solid windows, adding window films can boost energy efficiency and offer other benefits as well.
CARL SEVILLE: Rather than being an afterthought or sideline to a remodeling project, building science should be integral to every remodel, right from the beginning of the process.
Regardless of political leanings, Americans want government support of clean energy technologies.
The University of Maryland won first place in the Solar Decathlon with its WaterShed house, which is designed to also help preserve watersheds.
For a fee, this Florida-based green building franchise offers to help remodelers go green with a strong brand and business coaching.