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May 2009 
A Move to Going Green Easy
Posted on Nov 20th, 2008
by 
Jessica
Jessica
I have begun extensive research on conservation in the construction industry. It's an uphill battle. But, green building is not only impressive to the eye. It is equally impressive to the wallet when you start comparing the differences after you make the changes.
My concerns though are more for the home owner and not necessarily the builder. Builders are generally already somewhat educated on it and moving in that direction anyway. There are awards given to architects who build green and that's enough of an initiative to keep them interested.
But, I want everyone who reads my work to be able to begin doing something today that is going to benefit them in the future. So, I think it's more effective to concentrate on those things a home owner and even a renter can do to make their home more energy efficient. You'd be surprised how easy some of this stuff is.
Solar Heat
The reason most people don't even try solar heat is because they think of panels and solar heating systems that cost a pretty penny. Not anymore. You can actually get started for less than $30.
Before Christmas, I promise to have a report finished that will explain what you can do to your attic that will make it a hot bed for solar heat. Of course, it will cost a bit more than $30. But, the report will begin with the small steps that you can take throughout your house to benefit from solar heating for less than $30.
Water Conservation
Water conservation is not merely about only using water you need and making sure your sinks don't leak. Looking further into the problem, you can begin to change small things like high performance shower heads as well as outside hoses, nozzles and faucets. There are plenty of things around the house that for only a few dollars, can save plenty.
Recycling Centers
No. Not the recycling centers you drive to and drop off your trash. You can have recycling centers in your own home. You can reuse your own material. It saves on trash bags and trips you have to make on trash day as well as the benefit of reusing materials that you once thought were simply disposable.
I'm going to absolutely love putting these reports together. I actually believe I'm going to be on this topic for awhile because that's where the nature of the Ventless Gel Fireplace began. Environmentally safe and eco-friendly fuel that efficiently burns in a ventless fireplace. That's where we began and that's where we are starting to grow.
My concerns though are more for the home owner and not necessarily the builder. Builders are generally already somewhat educated on it and moving in that direction anyway. There are awards given to architects who build green and that's enough of an initiative to keep them interested.
But, I want everyone who reads my work to be able to begin doing something today that is going to benefit them in the future. So, I think it's more effective to concentrate on those things a home owner and even a renter can do to make their home more energy efficient. You'd be surprised how easy some of this stuff is.
Solar Heat
The reason most people don't even try solar heat is because they think of panels and solar heating systems that cost a pretty penny. Not anymore. You can actually get started for less than $30.
Before Christmas, I promise to have a report finished that will explain what you can do to your attic that will make it a hot bed for solar heat. Of course, it will cost a bit more than $30. But, the report will begin with the small steps that you can take throughout your house to benefit from solar heating for less than $30.
Water Conservation
Water conservation is not merely about only using water you need and making sure your sinks don't leak. Looking further into the problem, you can begin to change small things like high performance shower heads as well as outside hoses, nozzles and faucets. There are plenty of things around the house that for only a few dollars, can save plenty.
Recycling Centers
No. Not the recycling centers you drive to and drop off your trash. You can have recycling centers in your own home. You can reuse your own material. It saves on trash bags and trips you have to make on trash day as well as the benefit of reusing materials that you once thought were simply disposable.
I'm going to absolutely love putting these reports together. I actually believe I'm going to be on this topic for awhile because that's where the nature of the Ventless Gel Fireplace began. Environmentally safe and eco-friendly fuel that efficiently burns in a ventless fireplace. That's where we began and that's where we are starting to grow.
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