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Looking at Embodied Energy when Building Green [VIDEO]

April 27, 2010 by 3 Comments

In a great discussion of how you need to look beyond the surface, both literally and figuratively, when trying to build a green house (or making other decisions in life), in this TED talk below Catherine Mohr looks at how complicated evaluating different options in a green light can be.

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Here’s the “Catherine Mohr builds green” TED video.

The last part is definitely something to think about if you are considering building a new house or renovating one.

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  1. Liz Stanley says:
    May 5, 2010 at 3:35 pm

    If you are considering building a new house or renovating one, some of the sessions at this free, virtual event next week may be of interest: http://www.sustainabilitynowevent.com

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  2. Liz Stanley says:
    May 5, 2010 at 3:35 pm

    If you are considering building a new house or renovating one, some of the sessions at this free, virtual event next week may be of interest: http://www.sustainabilitynowevent.com

    Reply

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