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How to Make Your Home Greener & More Energy Efficient

Many people imagine a ‘green home’ to be some science fiction concept—an aerodynamic, chrome house fueled by wind and sun, levitating in the air. The reality of running a green household is much...

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Environmental Issues

  Environmental Issues Acidification Increased Acidity of air, water and soil. Cause: Emissions of Nitrogen Oxide and Sulphur Dioxide, mainly from fossil fuel combustion. Problems: Death of aquatic...

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Green Labels

If designers are to succeed in reducing the environmental impacts of products, then they need to demonstrate that the efforts made to reduce the ecological impact do not negatively affect the business,...

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Six Simple Steps To Getting a White Roof

Securing yourself an energy efficient roof is one of the best ways to lower energy costs over the course of a year. The difference between the temperature of upper floors under a black tar roof and...

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Advice for Designers

Show them how they will profit from improved environmental responsibility. E.g., reducing waste disposal costs, reducing liabilities for costs of future cleanups or lawsuits, reducing the cost of...

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Sustainable Design Strategies

Clarify Core Functions (Gertsakis et al. 1997) The true purpose of a product must always be at the center of its design. Consumers may accept losing some secondary functions or minor reductions in...

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What is Sustainability?

Sustainability is a term that applies to many aspects of the world and is usually viewed regarding the economy, society, and the natural environment. There is considerable overlap between these...

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What is a Sustainable House?

Sustainable Means … When we apply the word “sustainable” we mean homes that are designed to reduce the overall environmental impact during & after construction in such a way that we can meet the...

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