by Irma Yapor | Feb 2, 2015 | Living Green
Perhaps a few years ago an older home could have received an Energy Star rating or a Green certification after increasing the attic insulation and changing to double pane windows, among other changes; however, the requirements are much stricter since. The single thing...
by Irma Yapor | Sep 20, 2014 | Living Green
If you want to reside on healthier surroundings, breath cleaner air, save money and help the environment, then… YES, green building IS for you! What is Green Building? “Green Building’ or ‘Sustainable’ design and construction means creating...
by Irma Yapor | Jul 28, 2012 | Living Green
Do you know? It can be easy to find out! First of all, your power company, such as Progress Energy, might have a free program in progress. They will inspect your home and provide you with a list of improvement recommendations. Please be aware that the free energy...
by Irma Yapor | May 19, 2012 | Living Green
Save Energy and Money. Conserve the Environment. Live a Healthier Life. Make a change for the better — living a healthy life and protecting the environment starts at home. Living green is only common sense—save money, be comfortable, live healthier and protect the...
by Irma Yapor | Jul 18, 2011 | Living Green
Give Your Car a Break. Carpool, use mass transit, walk or bike whenever possible. Leaving your car at home just 2 days a week will save 1,590 lbs. of greenhouse gas emissions each year. Keep your car well-maintained to maximize its fuel efficiency, safety, and...
by Irma Yapor | Sep 23, 2010 | Living Green
Plastic is everywhere: food, packaging, clothing, toys, kitchen, etc. It is hard to believe that something we love and have simplified our lives so much turned out to be so damaging to the environment and potentially harmful to our health. As time goes by, more and...
