New Orleans’ Sustainable Home Model to Promote Green Materials, Appliances, Equipment, and Furnishings that can be packaged and shipped internationally.
The construction of the Sunshower SSIP Models designed by architects Judith Kinnard and Tiffany Lin, winners of the 2010 REOSE Sustainable Design Competition, is underway in New Orleans.
As a horticulturist for 25 years, I believe in the benefits of organic gardening for myself and my clients whether for fruits, vegetables or flowers. No one who has gardened with organics would argue the benefits.
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We are very excited to be a part of this project. A 2,500 gallon Original Rainwater Pillow collects water from the home’s roof. The water flows thru a four stage UV light purifcation system before entering the home for complete indoor use.
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2012 Eco-Friendly Landscaping Roundup
Legitimate “green” landscape products should help homeowners conserve water, spend more time outdoors, or reduce maintenance impacts. Here’s our selection of products that met those criteria at the International Builders’ Show in February – plus some other notable contenders.
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Rainwater harvesting is a proven technology that reduces the demand on municipal water, controls storm water runoff pollution, and reduces energy cost through source point collection and use.
At a recent holiday gathering I was once again asked ” Why would you drink rainwater ? After all, rainwater picks up all kinds of pollutants in the air and from your roof. It is just so dirty and would require elaborate filtration and maintenance. Municipal water is tested and so much cleaner.” Well, my response was that when you compare the water data tests it shows quite a different story.
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