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Green Building Books
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Green Building Handbook |
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Green Building Handook |
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Green Building Materials |
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Green Building - Sustainable Construction
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"When we build, let us think that we build forever. Let it not be for present delight nor for present use alone. Let it be such work that our descendants will thank us for; and let us think, as we lay stone on stone, that a time is to come when those stones will be held sacred because our hands have touched them, and people will say, as they look upon the labor and wrought substance of them, See! this our parents did for us!" John Ruskin |
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| Learning to build & live sustainably becomes ever more pressing . Buildings consume 40% of the world's total energy & 16% of water consumption. Its is imperative, if we are to reduce emissions and mitigate even worse climate change outcomes than those currently predicted, that we learn to build buildings that absorb energy, are durable, and provide non-toxic environments for their inhabitants. |
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Benefits of building with straw include: Straw is a great insulator, is breathable, filters air, and works as a heat exchanger.
Straw low cost, renewable resource (often a waste product) is quick to grow & is low energy to produce
As a building product it is durable, easy to build with & to maintain. Bales of strawcontain very little air & therefore do not burn easily |
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Hemp
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Cob Earth Construction
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Living Structures
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What is a green, low cost, stylish and low maintenance product for tub and shower enclosures? We'd like to avoid tiles and grout, due to the mold buildup in the grout. (May 9, 2008 16:49)
Try these approaches for a stylish, eco-friendly tub and shower.
How long do straw insulated houses actually last before you have to replace the straw? (Apr 18, 2008 14:30)
With the right constuction techniques, the straw bales in a straw bale home will last as long as th..
Understanding Passive Solar Heating and Cooling (Apr 16, 2008 21:24)
Using energy from the sun to heat buildings is great for the environment and can cut your heating a..
I am building a garage, is there a cheap green substance to take the place of concrete for the floor? (Apr 1, 2008 16:50)
It takes a lot of energy to produce concrete, so when possible, it's good to look for substitute bu..
Can you tell me the pros/cons of concrete countertops? (Mar 18, 2008 21:07)
Concrete countertops have some big benefits: They're inexpensive and easy to install yourself. Chec..
Wild Rose Timber Framers (Mar 18, 2008 17:43)
Three business partners created Wild Rose Timberworks over 15 years ago based upon shared values. D..
Choosing an On-Demand Water Heater (Mar 12, 2008 19:11)
On-demand water heaters provide an “endless supply” of hot water, but are they really “green�..
What's the best type of 'green' insulation? (Jan 31, 2008 20:40)
Mother Earth News' green homes editor discusses eco-friendly insulation options, and explains why s..
How can I get an eco-friendly house on a low budget? (Jan 31, 2008 20:38)
Mother Earth News' green homes editor offers remodeling advice for home owners interested in reduci..
Book Review: Natural Remodeling for the Not-So-Green House (Jan 22, 2008 19:47)
Thinking of building a home from scratch rather than remodeling? Architects Carol Venolia and Kelly..
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