PaperStone is an Appealing Green Surface to Use

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PaperStone isn’t just an attractive new material that is produced in a socially responsible manner, it is also strong and tough.

Ecovative Design Introduces Green Insulation Made from Naturally Grown Materials

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These are the kinds of innovations that have allowed us to grow our economy and protect our environment. Lisa P. Jackson U.S. EPA Administrator

Energy Star Debacle Shows Danger of Self-Certification

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Recent studies have shown that Energy Star labeled products are not living up to their touted benefits.

New Habitat Approaches: Build Roofs First

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“The principle of roofs-first is to be able to rapidly, and at the lowest cost, provide shelter so the families can move in and eventually fill in their wall. They don’t have time for a slow process of building up from foundations or traditional walls and wait until they can afford a roof? No. The roof-first process builds the roofs for them.”

Solar Really Pays in Oregon

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A new pilot project in Oregon will pay ratepayers almost six times the cost of their power to purchase and install photovoltaic systems.