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Monthly Archives: December 2008
Support the 2030 Challenge Stimulus Plan
In a time where we need something to stimulate the economy, here is one idea that may do just that. Not only is it promoting sustainable building but will help our economy become independent of foreign energy. I think that … Continue reading
Eco Showroom- “Green Flooring in our Showroom”
We are fortunate to have many friends at the Hoots Group. This year we made much progress on our Eco Showroom amidst all of the changes in the construction world. 3 companies in particular were especially gracious with their time … Continue reading
Posted in Design/ Build Solutions, Green products
Tagged bamboo flooring, FSC, green, heart pine flooring, reclaimed flooring, SawHorse, sustainable, voc
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If the “Rich” are hurting….?
First of all, I do not believe in the class warfare tactics that are constantly used by others, so I am definitely not going to go there. For most of the last 3 years I have ignored all of the … Continue reading
FSC in ATL
Which football conference is FSC? I know that the ACC and SEC is going to play each other in the Chick-Fil-A Bowl in a few days. Which conference gets to play the FSC? If the FSC was a conference it … Continue reading
Posted in Green Business, Green products, Green programs and policy
Tagged building, ecolumina, forest stewardship council, FSC, LEED, sustainable
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Treecycle your Christmas tree
Tis the day after Christmas. Whichever holiday that you celebrate during this season, we hope that you enjoyed it and the time with your family and friends. As you are winding down from Christmas, consider what to do with all … Continue reading
20 Tips for a Sustainable Holiday
I was a the gym of all places and saw a mini display on recycling and sustainable practices. I had just finished working out so I can gathered some of the materials since I thought that they would be useful … Continue reading
Posted in Recycling
Tagged Christmas, GA, green, holiday cards, Holidays, Recycling, reduce, reuse, sustainable, trash, tree
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Affordable housing conference hosted in Atlanta
The Hoots Group and Waldenour are going to be hosting part of a week long affordable housing training here in Atlanta, GA. Our portion of it will cover green materials and practice that should not cost more. We will also … Continue reading
Posted in Design/ Build Solutions, Green Building, Green Events
Tagged Atlanta, building, green, health, SawHorse, sustainable
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More last minute eco gifts
Here are some last minute green Christmas gift ideas from EcoEmporium here in ATL: To-Go Ware: Stainless Steel two tiered lunch box, bamboo utensil set English Retread Handbag & Messenger Bags: Recycled tractor trailer inner tube bags Naturstone: Non-toxic cookware … Continue reading
Posted in Green Business, Green products
Tagged Christmas, christmas gift ideas, GA, gifts ideas, green, recycle
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Class is in session
I was fortunate to be able to speak to many groups this year about green building and already have about 6 presentations already scheduled for next year. A few months ago I was interviewed to talk about why we do … Continue reading
Recycling during the holidays
I guess that re-gifting could be considered green, however re-purposing of materials can be even more fun. I really don’t know why I go out and buy things for my sons for Christmas when they have more fun with that … Continue reading
Green house for sale
A friend of the Hoots Group (Jennifer Spivey) is selling a house for another associate of the Hoots Group. The story of the vision of the house and the land were just published in their local newspaper: Bookmark on Delicious … Continue reading
Posted in Green Real Estate
Tagged building, ecobroker, Energy Efficiency, green, Jennifer Spivey, SawHorse, water
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Last minute green gifts from local vendors
Our friends at SouthEast Green have compiled a list of green vendors in the ATL area that have excellent green gift options for those of you who are still shopping. Click on the logo below and support our local businesses. … Continue reading
Is Santa Green? Part II
Earlier in the month I questioned “Is Santa Green?”- Burke Sisco commented that the “Grinch was green” not Santa… well the Wall Street Journey has another interesting twist on Santa. I do think that they were inspired by this blog … Continue reading
Posted in Green programs and policy
Tagged burke sisco, Christmas, green, polar bears, rudolph, Santa, SawHorse
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The future looks green
A friend of mine asked for me to give a tour of our green projects to her daughter and classmates a few days ago. They were all upperclassmen at The Galloway School here in Atlanta. The class was part of … Continue reading
Posted in Green Building, Greenlanta
Tagged Atlanta, Energy Savings, geothermal, HVAC, Indoor Air Quality, SawHorse, solar power, solar water heater, water
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Solar Shading
I was looking at some posts on my linkedin account and saw this one that was talking about green fabrics as they apply to window coverings etc. I definitely support the concept of controlling sunlight and if you can reduce … Continue reading
Posted in Design/ Build Solutions, Energy Efficiency
Tagged building, Energy Efficiency, GA, green, LEED, reduce, Sun
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