School is out for Summer in most parts of the US, and that means the kids are looking for something to do. Studies show that kids who grow up in a healthy environment live longer, do better academically than their peers in the same age group, and are less likely to...
Resistant to Green Building because of Recycled Materials? Don’t Be! Our culture for many years now has fallen prey to the Ad Men on Madison Avenue, believing that new is always better, recycled or used items are for us to donate to the poor, and that most people...
Houston has been among the fastest to recover from the economic downturn. Corporate relocations have been soaring since 2008. The city has reclaimed its title as oil capital of the US, and jobs have returned to Houston faster than in any other city. Add to this a low...
When considering the flooring in your new green home, consider these facts: • Bamboo flooring is sustainable. Bamboo grows to maturity much more quickly than other wood types. • Cork is also sustainable, and easily recyclable, so it would be simple to find...
Natural Light is Good for You: Take Advantage of it Everyone knows that natural sunlight helps the body produce Vitamin D, which is essential for calcium absorption, immune system health, and that sunlight also has huge effect on our moods. There is less light to be...
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