Monthly Archives: May 2009

Water Saving Rebates in GA

Posted on May 26, 2009 by Greenlanta

We are still in a drought here in North Georgia despite all of this rain.  Even if it continues to rain and we have plenty of water, these conditions could happen again so we need to be prepared.  You have … Continue reading →

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The few. The proud. The green.

Posted on May 25, 2009 by Greenlanta

A few months back I blogged on how the Marine Corps and green building principles share a lot in common: Shades of Green Last week a buddy of mine from the Corps found me on facebook and since he was … Continue reading →

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Starbucks needs a green overhaul

Posted on May 25, 2009 by Greenlanta

My son Daniel adding Starbucks grounds to our compost bin Starbucks Coffee. Yes- I do like their coffee.  If I did not think that they could make a difference or would change I would not waste my time trying to … Continue reading →

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Southern Building Show Renew House

Posted on May 24, 2009 by Greenlanta

Last year we were the builder of the new showcase house for the Southern Builing Show-a LEED Gold house called Ecolumina.  You can visit it at www.Ecolumina.org.  This year’s showcase home is a  green renovation to an existing historical home … Continue reading →

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Start preparing for next year’s tax season

Posted on May 17, 2009 by Greenlanta

Now that you have successfully filed your taxes and hopefully are looking reduce your tax liability for 2009 here are some ways that “going green in GA” can help you do so. For many green upgrades such as solar hot … Continue reading →

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It’s a bird, It’s a skylight, No it’s a water heater

Posted on May 12, 2009 by Greenlanta

Do you see the water heater?  It is on the roof.  Looks like a skylight!  85% of this houses water will be heated by the sun!  Click here for more information. Find out more about us here, check out our videos, and … Continue reading →

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