A tour of one of Chicago's greenest homes is re-opened for 2012, as the residence that balances the use of refurbished and re-used furniture and modern energy efficient technology will be open to the public.
The use of radiant heating systems is not something that is new to the housing market, but the progression of technology has helped to increase the efficiency of the products that are available to homeowners.
The use of solar energy to heat the water in homes is a relatively new practice, but one that many organizations, including the Clearwater, Florida Habitat for Humanity, have employed as a way for homeowners to save money on energy costs.
Families in St. Neots, England, are hoping to end a 16-month battle to improve the heating systems that are in their homes, as a coalition of residents are looking to influence policy provided by the local housing association.
A new housing development in Liverpool, Nova Scotia, is entering the final phases of construction, as the real estate company that is building the units is installing the last appliances and fixtures while applying the final touches.
The Westerly, Rhode Island, Land Trust and the Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a program that helped to highlight the benefits of going green and the positive effect it can have on small businesses.
State energy officials in New York are not planning to delay the switch to ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel for use as heating oil, but they are monitoring the fallout from refinery closings that have triggered warnings of price spikes.
The government of Ontario is working to help Canadian seniors have greater access to heating systems, as many of these individuals have been without an efficient source of warmth during winter months.
Famed architect Nate Kipnis noted that many of his peers would be able to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for the homes that they build if they would use more green technology and sustainable products.
A new home in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, recently underwent a renovation that led to the installation of green and energy efficient products that both increased the comfort level in the residence and will help to reduce electricity costs.
