Benefits of Going Green
Building the Green Communities way offers a wide array of benefits for building developers, investors, residents and the environment, leading to healthier homes and communities, lower energy and water costs, and a protected environment.
The Benefits of Going Green
Green design not only reduces a facility’s impact on the environment, but also benefits a business in financial — and nonfinancial — ways.
5 Benefits of Going Green
Everywhere you look in the news and media today you see stories about global warming and our effects on the earth. While it seems to make sense that we should all be a little kinder to Mother Earth, what exactly are some of the benefits of going green?
Green Tax Credits Available in 2009
Here is a brief run-down of the credits available in 2009
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Friday, May 15, 2009
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Green Tech News From CNet
A round-up of some recent Green Tech articles on CNet:
Transparent plastic solar cells fitted into windows
"It is energy-efficient and transparent with superior vertical performance and a subtle red, blue or green aesthetic. With these features, BIPV (building-integrated photovoltaics) will no longer need to be confined to spandrel or overhead applications," Arch CEO Leon Silverstein said in a statement.
Green news harvest: IM for air conditioners
Talk about convergence of energy, communications and IT: EnerNoc is using an instant-messaging protocol to update the energy consumption status of building equipment.
Possible smog solution: Air-powered motorcycle
Sure, it only goes 11 mph now, but as a proof-of-concept vehicle it's pretty cool. I could imagine a smaller vehicle (bike? moped?) with the same gear that could go much faster as a final product, if it gets that far.
Q&A: What really goes into that carbon footprint?
Without widespread standards, companies are struggling with how to properly calculate and disclose their carbon footprint to the public. And many don't have the financial resources to address environmental resource concerns.
Transparent plastic solar cells fitted into windows
"It is energy-efficient and transparent with superior vertical performance and a subtle red, blue or green aesthetic. With these features, BIPV (building-integrated photovoltaics) will no longer need to be confined to spandrel or overhead applications," Arch CEO Leon Silverstein said in a statement.
Green news harvest: IM for air conditioners
Talk about convergence of energy, communications and IT: EnerNoc is using an instant-messaging protocol to update the energy consumption status of building equipment.
Possible smog solution: Air-powered motorcycle
Sure, it only goes 11 mph now, but as a proof-of-concept vehicle it's pretty cool. I could imagine a smaller vehicle (bike? moped?) with the same gear that could go much faster as a final product, if it gets that far.
Q&A: What really goes into that carbon footprint?
Without widespread standards, companies are struggling with how to properly calculate and disclose their carbon footprint to the public. And many don't have the financial resources to address environmental resource concerns.
Monday, May 11, 2009
Investing In Green
Green Real estate Investing
There’s the popular slogan in modern marketing campaigns: “Green is the new black.” But is “environmentally friendly” really something a real estate investor needs to consider? Green (money) and black (net profit) together can be a winning team for real estate investment. Here are a few reasons why going green can help your investment property portfolio.
The Cost Efficacy of Building Green
The economic crisis continues, but that shouldn't preclude investing in sustainability which can lead to both short and long-term financial benefits, said speakers at the RealShare Green Buildings virtual conference, held Wednesday.
How to Go Green: Investing
During the past few years, the business world has awakened to the concept that "green," meaning environmentally conscious, and "green," meaning financially lucrative, are not mutually exclusive.
There’s the popular slogan in modern marketing campaigns: “Green is the new black.” But is “environmentally friendly” really something a real estate investor needs to consider? Green (money) and black (net profit) together can be a winning team for real estate investment. Here are a few reasons why going green can help your investment property portfolio.
The Cost Efficacy of Building Green
The economic crisis continues, but that shouldn't preclude investing in sustainability which can lead to both short and long-term financial benefits, said speakers at the RealShare Green Buildings virtual conference, held Wednesday.
How to Go Green: Investing
During the past few years, the business world has awakened to the concept that "green," meaning environmentally conscious, and "green," meaning financially lucrative, are not mutually exclusive.
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Sustainable Materials For Your Home And For You
Smart and Sustainable
When it comes to redesigning or updating a kitchen or bathroom, recycled has finally arrived. There are as many options as there are wants and needs; price points for unlimited and limited budgets; and energy-efficient fixtures and appliances to make us all feel like good stewards of the environment.
Carpet & Sustainability… A LEED AP’s Perspective
Smartstrand Sorona PTT fiber is here.
Green Your Wardrobe: Sustainable Materials
There's nothing more in style right now than flaunting that you’re good to the earth. Freshening up your wardrobe for spring? This week’s green fashion tips will help you keep up with what’s hip.
When it comes to redesigning or updating a kitchen or bathroom, recycled has finally arrived. There are as many options as there are wants and needs; price points for unlimited and limited budgets; and energy-efficient fixtures and appliances to make us all feel like good stewards of the environment.
Carpet & Sustainability… A LEED AP’s Perspective
Smartstrand Sorona PTT fiber is here.
Green Your Wardrobe: Sustainable Materials
There's nothing more in style right now than flaunting that you’re good to the earth. Freshening up your wardrobe for spring? This week’s green fashion tips will help you keep up with what’s hip.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
An Energy Efficient MORTGAGE?
What is an Energy Efficient Mortgage?
An Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM) is a mortgage that credits a home’s energy efficiency in the mortgage itself. EEMs give borrowers the opportunity to finance cost-effective, energy-saving measures as part of a single mortgage and stretch debt-to-income qualifying ratios on loans thereby allowing borrowers to qualify for a larger loan amount and a better, more energy-efficient home.
How to Get an Engergy Efficient Mortgage
If you decide you want an energy efficient mortgage, the first step is to find a lender who offers them.
OlympiaWest Mortgage Group
OlympiaWest offers Energy Efficient Mortgages in addition to convential mortgage services in the Maryland, DC, and Virginia area.
Watch EEM: Energy Efficient Mortgage in Educational View More Free Videos Online at Veoh.com
An Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM) is a mortgage that credits a home’s energy efficiency in the mortgage itself. EEMs give borrowers the opportunity to finance cost-effective, energy-saving measures as part of a single mortgage and stretch debt-to-income qualifying ratios on loans thereby allowing borrowers to qualify for a larger loan amount and a better, more energy-efficient home.
How to Get an Engergy Efficient Mortgage
If you decide you want an energy efficient mortgage, the first step is to find a lender who offers them.
OlympiaWest Mortgage Group
OlympiaWest offers Energy Efficient Mortgages in addition to convential mortgage services in the Maryland, DC, and Virginia area.
Watch EEM: Energy Efficient Mortgage in Educational View More Free Videos Online at Veoh.com
Monday, May 4, 2009
Home Energy Audits
Home Energy Audits
A home energy audit is the first step to assess how much energy your home consumes and to evaluate what measures you can take to make your home more energy efficient. An audit will show you problems that may, when corrected, save you significant amounts of money over time.
Your Home's Energy Use
The first step to taking a whole-house energy efficiency approach is to find out which parts of your house use the most energy. A home energy audit will pinpoint those areas and suggest the most effective measures for cutting your energy costs.
DIY Home Energy Audit
Energy costs continue to rise, placing ever-greater pressure on households. And the energy you use to heat and cool your home is a large part of your carbon footprint.
Making A Green Difference Begins At Home
Take an Ardently Green approach
We’re Ardently Green. We can evaluate your home as a whole system - from top to bottom, inside and out.
Then we’ll provide an Ardently GreenPrint of your home, an easy-to-understand report that reveals how well your home functions and how you can make it work better, feel more comfortable, and lower your energy bill by as much as 30%.
A home energy audit is the first step to assess how much energy your home consumes and to evaluate what measures you can take to make your home more energy efficient. An audit will show you problems that may, when corrected, save you significant amounts of money over time.
Your Home's Energy Use
The first step to taking a whole-house energy efficiency approach is to find out which parts of your house use the most energy. A home energy audit will pinpoint those areas and suggest the most effective measures for cutting your energy costs.
DIY Home Energy Audit
Energy costs continue to rise, placing ever-greater pressure on households. And the energy you use to heat and cool your home is a large part of your carbon footprint.
Making A Green Difference Begins At Home
Take an Ardently Green approach
We’re Ardently Green. We can evaluate your home as a whole system - from top to bottom, inside and out.
Then we’ll provide an Ardently GreenPrint of your home, an easy-to-understand report that reveals how well your home functions and how you can make it work better, feel more comfortable, and lower your energy bill by as much as 30%.
Friday, May 1, 2009
Reminder: Free Going Green Seminar
When: Saturday May 2, 2009 (9:30am—11:00am)
Location: Lansdowne Town Center (Offices above “Froots”)
19301 Winmeade Drive (Suite220)
Lansdowne VA. 20176
What does it mean to go green? Interested in learning “eco-friendly” tips and ideas? Do you qualify for “green” tax credits? Come to this first of its kind FREE seminar and learn about:
• First time home buyer secrets, strategies and tax credits
• Federal tax credits for energy efficiency
• Government FHA energy efficient mortgages
• How to make your home more energy efficient
• The top 5 health hazards in your home
• What to look for in your next home
This seminar is brought to you by NOVA Green Team, Loudoun County’s Eco-Friendly Real Estate Experts, West Star Mortgage and Ardently Green Energy Auditors.
The seminar will be conducted by David Harbour, Founder of NOVA Green Team, (RE/MAX Premier Realtors) who draws on more than a decade of success serving Northern Virginia clients in fast and slow markets. He has been inducted into the RE/MAX Hall of Fame and often appears as a real estate expert on HGTV’s national show, “Get It Sold,” sharing tactics for sellers in a softening market. He is also a Certified EcoBroker®.
Seminar Registration Link
Location: Lansdowne Town Center (Offices above “Froots”)
19301 Winmeade Drive (Suite220)
Lansdowne VA. 20176
What does it mean to go green? Interested in learning “eco-friendly” tips and ideas? Do you qualify for “green” tax credits? Come to this first of its kind FREE seminar and learn about:
• First time home buyer secrets, strategies and tax credits
• Federal tax credits for energy efficiency
• Government FHA energy efficient mortgages
• How to make your home more energy efficient
• The top 5 health hazards in your home
• What to look for in your next home
This seminar is brought to you by NOVA Green Team, Loudoun County’s Eco-Friendly Real Estate Experts, West Star Mortgage and Ardently Green Energy Auditors.
The seminar will be conducted by David Harbour, Founder of NOVA Green Team, (RE/MAX Premier Realtors) who draws on more than a decade of success serving Northern Virginia clients in fast and slow markets. He has been inducted into the RE/MAX Hall of Fame and often appears as a real estate expert on HGTV’s national show, “Get It Sold,” sharing tactics for sellers in a softening market. He is also a Certified EcoBroker®.
Seminar Registration Link
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