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A new study finds that green homes are increasingly accessible across income levels and demographics.
Report: Green Homes Sell Better
A new analysis shows green homes in the Seattle area sell faster and are worth more. Read more...
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10 Ways to Beat the Heat: Summer just keeps getting hotter. Save money and help curb future record-breaking heat with these easy tips.
Greening countertops: Make the centerpiece of your green kitchen or bathroom a stylish green countertop.
45 Ways to Green the Not-So-New House: Green homes don't have to be built from scratch.
This LEED-certified home is in the Carsten Crossings neighborhood in Rocklin, Calif., part of the 1,200-acre Whitney Ranch master-planned community. Each of the 144 homes planned for Carsten Crossings will aim for certification, with features expected to save homeowners $1,400 a year on utilities.
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