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Category Archives: Green Building
Top Five Things To Do On Earth Day 2015
Earth day was conceived in 1969 at a UNESCO conference held in San Francisco. Renowned activist in multiple disciplines John McConnell proposed a date in which we celebrate the Earth and honor the idea of peace. From those beginnings Earth Day … Continue reading
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More Americans Than Ever Believe Climate Change Is Happening
It’s official: 2014 was the hottest year on record topping both 2005 and 2010 according to NOAA and other sources. The brutal winter of 2014/5 also set records across much of the U.S for snowfall and temperatures. Add to this … Continue reading
Another Cold Winter After A Record Hottest Year
As much of the nation experiences another bitterly cold winter in 2015 with record snowfalls, NOAA confirms reports 2014 was the hottest year ever recorded. The annual climate report on NOAA website states: “The year 2014 was the warmest year … Continue reading
Soundproof Home Rehearsal and Recording Studio With Cellulose
The music equipment and recording business is estimated at $7 billion world-wide. That includes thousands of “garage bands.” With a new focus in the industry on DIY and independent home recording, opportunities for the amateur artist to be heard on … Continue reading
Consumer Preferences For Responsible Products On The Rise
Environmental consumerism is on the rise in the U.S. and around the globe according to a recent study by Havas PR: Because It Matters. The report was reviewed in a recent article by EnvironmentalLeader.com and recaps the study that analyzed … Continue reading
What Is Passive House Design
The energy efficiency goal in the design of any home is ultimately passivity. Everyone would like to have a really comfortable home interior living environment with little or no cost for heating and cooling. But what defines a truly “passive … Continue reading
Insulating Wall Cavities With Cellulose Best For Older Homes
The best way to achieve the highest level of energy savings in older homes is to fully insulate the total building envelope. While most homeowners often add or upgrade attics many fail to consider insulating the exterior walls. This leads … Continue reading
Life-Cycle Analysis Tools Fall Short With Insulation Calculations
Life-Cycle Analysis (LCA) calculation tools can be valuable resources for designers, builders, building officials and even consumers trying to determine the environmental impact of building products and materials. These calculators are available from a variety of sources and vary in … Continue reading
Cellulose Insulation Supports Arbor Day And Sustainable Forestry
Arbor Day was first held in the small Spanish village of Villanueva de la Sierra in 1805. The U.S. recognition of Arbor Day dates back to 1874 and its founding in Nebraska as the culmination of a tree planting holiday … Continue reading
Cellulose Insulation Salutes Earth Day 2014
Earth Day is recognized in some 190 countries around the world. As concerns over climate change continue to raise awareness for the environment billions of people are more tuned in than ever to the need for energy efficiency. Earth Day … Continue reading