Category: Green Building
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How To – Building A Solar Lawn Mower
We came across this website with a howto by Jeremy James at Humboldt State University on how to build a solar lawn mower. We thought this project was kind of interesting because it was someone taking a stab at alternative fuels in their own life. In the past we have seen people trying to build portable generators from…
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How To – Installing Metal Roofing Overview
Metal roofing has long been used in commercial and farming for protecting buildings but in the past 15 years or so metal roofing is finding its way into residential communities because it is easy to care for, has a long life and the added features of fire prevention and the ability to collect water from…
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How To – Tip List For Green Savings
People are always trying to find ways that they can conserve energy and resources so we thought it might be good to make a list of some of the things we can do. Use Compact Florescent Lights. Raise the setting for your Air Conditioner to 78F – 80F. Turn your Air Off when you leave…
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How To – Making Electric Solar Panels Can It Be Done?
I like many out there look for ways to reduce my monthly utility bills and alternative energy has been an interest to me since the 1970’s when I first saw a home with panels and asked what they were for. Recently … I would say in the last 6 months I have been coming across…
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Understanding Fuel Economy Guides For Your Car Purchase
The Federal Government and other private companies test the full line of new cars every year and provide average fuel ratings to help the consumer know which car will cost them more at the pump. In the past few years we have seen Fuel Prices go up and down but the fact is fuel costs…