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Increased Interest in Sustainable Materials for Kitchens and Baths
American Institute of Architects (press release)
Renewable materials and energy-efficient products for kitchens and baths have risen in popularity, while economic concerns among homeowners has resulted in a decline in demand for high-end appliances and features. ...
Rowlett to participate in LEEDS program for municipal buildings
Pegasus News - Dallas, TX
... The LEEDS Program also focuses on energy efficiency, water conservation, indoor air quality, and waste recycling. The City's new Residential Green Building ...
New development focuses on sustainability
McKinney Courier Gazette - McKinney, TX
... This in turn reduces the amount of energy the building's ventilation system uses to keep the building cool during the summer. Contractors hired for the ...
Green market on a roll
Oshkosh Northwestern - Oshkosh, WI
... "When burned, a paraffin candle releases at least nine known carcinogens and petro-carbon soot." Regulars and converts aside, she said three-quarters of all ...
Past & present
Orlando Sentinel - Orlando, FL
... The standards focus on energy-efficiency, resource conservation, use of sustainable or recycled products, and indoor air-quality protection. ...
Top 10 ways to be more energy efficient - and green - in 2008
Kansas City infoZine - Kansas City, MO
... Clean or replace HVAC filters regularly, whether you have a central heating and/or cooling system or window air conditioners. 8) Don't let "vampire energy ...