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April 7, 2010
If you want to do your part for the environment, try starting small by picking just five habits to change today!
The Environmental Protection Agency’s ‘Pick Five for the Environment’ program offers support and suggestions for those who are ready to commit to five green actions such as saving electricity, recycling, saving water, commuting without polluting and using chemicals safely. Participants can also share their stories and see what others are doing through Twitter updates, postings on the EPA’s ‘Greenversations’ blog and the ‘Pick Five’ Facebook page , which boasts more than 1,500 fans. Read more…
April 5, 2010
Thinking about selling your home? Then now might be the time for an energy-efficiency makeover, according to an article by The Oxford Press. With energy prices skyrocketing, buyers are concerned with more than just curb appeal – they want to know what their energy bills will look like too.
“Being transparent about how your home is budget-conscious can set your property apart from the rest,” said Joe King, president of Coldwell Banker West Shell.
Provide information on utility costs and any home improvements or recent cleanings. “Green” improvements like new energy-efficient appliances, insulation or new windows are especially important to emphasize.”
And with all the recent government rebates on Energy Star appliances and other upgrades such as energy-efficient replacement windows, you can recoup some of your investment now and the rest when you sell your home for more than you thought!
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