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20 No or Low Cost Green Building Strategies

Friday, May 8, 2009

No or Low Cost Green Building Strategies

1. Design and install low water use landscapes
2. Orient home to get the most of natural lighting
3. Install carbon monoxide detectors
4. Install overhangs on south-facing windows
5. Don't use a/c
6. Use hydronic heating
7. Install attic fans
8. Install whole house Fans
9. Use fluorescent lamps and CFL's
10. Use R-Value insulation
11. Incorporate Energy Star appliances
12. Install water efficient toilets and fixtures
13. Use permeable materials for driveways
14. Use concrete with 30-50% flyash
15. Use engineered wood
16. Use recycled insulation, drywall, and carpet
17. Use low or no VOC paint
18. Use formaldehyde-free coatings in cabinets and counter tops
19. Vent range hood exhaust to outside
20. Choose a light-colored roof or "cool roof" - of course installed by Patriot Roofing and Solar

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