Check out our Green Built Homes Certification Levels page for more information on how to certify a Green Built Home:
Seasoned and strong By Michelle Price on 03/06/2012 Using reclaimed products is a great way to lessen our impact on the environment and support the local economy. Products made from antique […]
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Builders who have been fortunate enough to stay busy over the past few years have had to rethink the way they run their day-to-day operations — to re-evaluate what they
Zero Waste AVL is the City’s new waste reduction program. Here are some quick facts about the program and the materials that will be collected: Quick Facts Recent changes in
Introducing Green Gauge By Maggie Leslie on 03/06/2012 The NC HealthyBuilt Homes and LEED for Homes programs have continued to grow even during the market downturn as builders and homeowners begin
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Green, greener, greenest By Mollie Curry on 03/06/2012 Almost every building project — whether it is new construction or a remodel/renovation — will use some kind of interior wall finish, often
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Green your plate By Tim Ballard and Carly Reese on 03/06/2012 Food has long been a central element of social life. We all love to eat, whether it’s apple pie at
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Go with the flow By Edward Cortright on 03/06/2012 It seems that not enough is said about water quality in relation to energy efficiency or performance. Heating domestic hot water is
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By Rick Clemenzi on 03/06/2012 A geothermal system is one of the most efficient heating and cooling systems available. It harnesses the stable temperature of the earth as an energy source.
There’s a tiny thing at the edge of the rudder called a trim tab. It’s a miniature rudder. Just moving the little trim tab builds a low pressure that pulls
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While many communities are pursuing environmental sustainability, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians possesses assets that few other communities can claim. For one thing, the tribe has endeavored for many
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