Snappy Green » CT http://ctgreenrealestate.com Sat, 21 Jan 2012 19:58:16 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.2 Greenest Homes Are Near Public Transit http://ctgreenrealestate.com/greenest-homes-are-near-public-transit/ http://ctgreenrealestate.com/greenest-homes-are-near-public-transit/#comments Thu, 31 Mar 2011 13:11:33 +0000 ctgreenrealtor http://ctgreenrealestate.com/?p=2927

Location, location, location — it’s a well-worn mantra in real estate. New research shows yet another reason why it’s important: it decides how green a home really is. Housing near public transportation uses less energy than homes in the suburbs, even Energy Star-rated ones.

That’s the finding of a study released this week by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, which supported the data analysis. The EPA says location is vital because buildings and transportation together account for about 70% of U.S. energy use and 62% of its greenhouse gas emissions.

“People can do many things to reduce their energy use: install energy-efficient light bulbs, carpool or walk or buy Energy Star appliances, among other things. But the way in which we plan and build our communities also has a significant role to play in creating a more environmentally and economically sustainable future,”  Read the full article on USA Today.

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Similar to the Cash for Clunkers program, home owners making energy efficient upgrades in their homes could be eligible for rebates from $1,000-$3,000 at the time of purchase. For the full [...]]]> by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

Similar to the Cash for Clunkers program, home owners making energy efficient upgrades in their homes could be eligible for rebates from $1,000-$3,000 at the time of purchase. For the full press release….http://bit.ly/Hmstar

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I don’t know if I’m ready for this but the fact that the Rainwater Pillow exists and that it was recognized at one of The TOP 5 Green Building Products for Homes at GreenBuild 2009 just shows you where the eco home retrofitting movement is going.

Essentially this is a system to capture rainwater from your roof and [...]]]> by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

I don’t know if I’m ready for this but the fact that the Rainwater Pillow exists and that it was recognized at one of The TOP 5 Green Building Products for Homes at GreenBuild 2009 just shows you where the eco home retrofitting movement is going.

Essentially this is a system to capture rainwater from your roof and it’s interesting to note that the average 40×40 roof collects 1000 gallons of rainwater from 1 inch of rain.  Check out this very interesting newscast to learn more and the diagram below from The Original Rainwater Pillow .

wendy@ctgreenrealestate.com

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Water heating is the third largest energy expense in your home. It typically accounts for about 13%–17% of your utility bill. There are four ways to cut your water heating bills: use less hot water, turn down the thermostat on your water heater, insulate your water heater, or buy a new, more [...]]]> By Wendy Brandt Martinenas

Water heating is the third largest energy expense in your home. It typically accounts for about 13%–17% of your utility bill. There are four ways to cut your water heating bills: use less hot water, turn down the thermostat on your water heater, insulate your water heater, or buy a new, more efficient model.

wendy@ctgreenrealestate.com

]]> http://ctgreenrealestate.com/water-heater-basics/feed/ 0 Learn How To Save Money With Solar http://ctgreenrealestate.com/learn-how-to-save-money-with-solar/ http://ctgreenrealestate.com/learn-how-to-save-money-with-solar/#comments Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:42:39 +0000 ctgreenrealtor http://ctgreenrealestate.com/?p=432 by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

Protect the planet and protect yourself from rising utility rates. Learn how solar technology works, what elements make a home or structure appropriate for solar energy production & how the current government incentives make this form of energy cost effective.

Details will be provided on the incentives currently available to CT homeowners, including the [...]]]> by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

Protect the planet and protect yourself from rising utility rates. Learn how solar technology works, what elements make a home or structure appropriate for solar energy production & how the current government incentives make this form of energy cost effective.

Details will be provided on the incentives currently available to CT homeowners, including the CT Solar Lease Program, the CT Clean Energy Funds & the 30% Federal Tax Credit.  Sacred Heart University 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT.  Presentations at 1 pm and 5 pm on Saturday and noon and 3 pm on Sunday. For more info: 800-294-7469  www.fairfieldcountyhomeshow.com

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