As kids start heading back to school, facilities that have sat dormant throughout the long, muggy summer are beginning to reveal unseen potential hazards.
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Sep, 2012
(ARA) – As the weather cools and daylight hours shorten, families tend to spend more time inside. After a long summer of open windows, sticky treats and constant activity in and out the door, you might notice that your carpets are looking a bit drab. Keeping carpets clean might seem like a daunting task, but … Continue reading Easy carpet cleaning tips and tricks from the experts
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Sep, 2012
Recently, scientists at Spain’s Polytechnic University of Madrid have found that a new material could lead to greater energy efficiency if used in making drywall, helping homeowners save a significant amount on their energy bill.
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Sep, 2012
(ARA) – Did you know we spend as much as 90 percent of our lives indoors and that indoor pollutant levels are often two to five times higher than outdoors? Using the principles of green design will significantly improve your home’s indoor environment, leading to better health and well-being for your family. Simple changes make … Continue reading Green up your home for health and savings
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Sep, 2012
An expansive affordable housing complex in a prized sector of Washington, D.C. has received an energy efficient renovation that will enhance the living conditions in 396 apartments.
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Sep, 2012
The Department of Energy’s (DOE) Challenge Homes program has adopted a new system that will measure a house’s energy efficiency to determine if it qualifies for the systems prestigious badge.
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Sep, 2012
A recent report from Consumer Reports has shown that as many homeowners make the switch from inefficient incandescent lighting to more environmentally friendly options, the majority of them have chosen CFL bulbs.
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Sep, 2012
From the destructive Dericho storm that raced through the Mid Atlantic states to the powerful swath of tornadoes that tore through the Midwest, few communities were spared a taste of mother nature’s fury in 2012.
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Sep, 2012
The Department of Energy (DOE) recently sponsored the Max Tech and Beyond Appliance Design Competition in an attempt to entice researchers to delve deeper into energy conservation research.
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Aug, 2012
(ARA) – In today’s environmentally conscious times, it seems we’re surrounded by the need to shop, act and live “green.” Some of our choices are easy and small, while others can be big and costly. But one thing is for sure – each choice can make a significant difference. Some of the most important green … Continue reading Greening your home: Start at the tap