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Category Archives: Greenlanta
Georgia’s Green Economy
I got a call from a write at the Creative Loafing magazine here in Atlanta a few weeks back, to ask me about how the new green economy was affecting our business. One of the main things that I have … Continue reading
Reclaimed in Atlanta
I was eating at one of my favorite Italian lunch spots (toscano and sons) and decided to take a walk around the complex where they were located to say hi to the local shop owners and to see how they … Continue reading
Posted in Green Business, Greenlanta
Tagged Atlanta, green, hand crafted furniture, organic fabrics, renovation, sustainable
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Recycling in Atlanta Update
One of my recycling partners in crime forwarded this message to me. Even thought commodities are down (especially for recycling) they are still getting some money for them and they are not going into the landfill. Please read on to … Continue reading
What is Southface?
The more obvious answer is the southern face of a building, however there is a resource center that is leading the nation in sustaining research and advice here in Atlanta Georgia called the Southface Energy Institute. The mission statement from … Continue reading
Can ‘Luxury’ & ‘Green’ co-exist?
I have been asked the question “Can ‘Luxury’ & ‘Green’ co-exist?” My response is that if it is a luxurious house that it must be green these days in order to be accepted. If you are already at the price … Continue reading
Posted in Green Building, Greenlanta
Tagged Atlanta, EarthCraft, earthcraft house, ecolumina, ecomanor, green, LEED, southern building show
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Hat’s off to a local “Cap (and trade)”
Last year our friends at Verus Carbon Neutral created the first Carbon neutral zone in Atlanta. Actually, the first Carbon neutral zone in the US! To find out more about that press release click on this link: First Carbon Nuetral … Continue reading
Posted in Green programs and policy, Greenlanta
Tagged air, Atlanta, Carbon Neutral, GA
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“We belong in the zoo” I mean “….next to the zoo”
If you are from Atlanta or have visited Atlanta, you have seen the bumper stickers that state- “We belong in the zoo.” Well how about across the street from it? Close enough to see it, but far enough away from … Continue reading
Posted in Green Real Estate, Greenlanta
Tagged Atlanta, ecobroker, grant park, green, harrynorman, residential units, SawHorse, zoo Atlanta
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Matt’s Resolution #3
I was reading the Southeast Energy Efficiency Alliance December newsletter and came across an excellent competition that Atlanta can participate in. One of my passions is to help Atlanta become greener. I registered the domain Greenlanta and have been using the … Continue reading
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
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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Green Efforts Will Yield Over $1 million in Annual Savings to the General Fund
You go girl. Our own Hoots Group fan, Mandy Schmitt is making headlines at the City of Atlanta. She is taking action and finding ways to cut government spending. Sounds like good ol’ political rhetoric? Think again. We are not … Continue reading
Posted in Greenlanta
Tagged Atlanta, conservation, Energy Savings, government, green, Recycling, sustainability, waste, water
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Solar Ice Cream
The Hoots Group is a proud participant in most of the green programs and events that the Southface Energy Institute hosts. The are the local provider for EarthCraft House, Home Performance with Energy Star, LEED for Homes and other great … Continue reading
Why Kudzu is green
Kudzu. Am I crazy? Kudzu takes over hillsides, forest and is on the invasive species list. It can grow up to a foot a day in the growing season. How can Kudzu be green? On the other hand you add … Continue reading
Posted in Green Business, Greenlanta
Tagged Atlanta, green, Green Business, kudzu, recycle, reduce, saving trees, SawHorse
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Atlanta Zoo Wins Green Award
Zoo Atlanta is a favorite for the Hoots boys. Last month we had fun attending “Boo at the Zoo” a Halloween event for kids. The zoo volunteers handed out candy as the kids made their way through the zoo. Of … Continue reading
Posted in Greenlanta
Tagged Atlanta, green, recycle, sustainable, waste management, zoo Atlanta
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