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Informationen zum Autor Clayton Bennett has more than 15years experience as an author and editor specializing in homeimprovement and environmental topics. He has co-authoredtwo prior books and has contributed to numerous print andonline publications. Klappentext Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Choose Green Systems That Conserve Resources While Matching Your Budget and Lifestyle A vital conservation and money-saving tool, Greening Your Home provides helpful information that will help you select sustainable green options that match your specific needs for every system in your house. This "one-stop" guide provides the latest information on systems and materials that conserve resources for a cleaner, more energy-efficient home. From the lively writing, with illustrations and examples, you will learn how to incorporate sustainability into your house in beautiful, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible ways. Both inspirational and practical, Greening Your Home features: A wealth of green building and remodeling options for homeownersPhotographs and information on green products and systems and their advantages Your Complete Guide to a Green, Energy-Efficient Home Material Options: ¿ Structural Insulated Panels ¿ Low-VOC Paints ¿ Replacement Windows ¿ Green Certified Doors ¿ Glass Block ¿ Fly Ash Concrete ¿ Bamboo and Cork Flooring ¿ Plastic Plumbing Pipe ¿ Red Cedar Siding ¿ Recycled InsulationRecent Technology: ¿ Power Consumption Monitors ¿ Timers and Motion Sensors ¿ Low-Flow Plumbing Fixtures ¿ On-demand Water Heaters ¿ Radiant In-floor Heating ¿ Heat and Energy Recovery Ventilators ¿ Whole-house Fans ¿ Spray Foam Insulation ¿ Induction Cooktops ¿ Horizontal Axis Washers/DryersGreen Practices: ¿ Reducing Your Carbon Footprint ¿ Green Power ¿ Saving Money Twice ¿ Community-Supported Agriculture ¿ Growing Your Own Food ¿ Composting Biodegradables ¿ Using Graywater ¿ Making Your Own Cleaning Products ¿ Reusing Containers ¿ Xeriscaping Zusammenfassung “Going green” isn’t just about energy-efficient appliances, and this book is a one-stop resource on the options, showing homeowners how to choose the green systems that match their heating, cooling, lighting, landscaping, and air and water quality needs and budget. Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface Part 1: Material Changes Chapter 1. Environmental Impact Chapter 2. Health Impact Chapter 3. Availability Chapter 4. Maintenance Chapter 5. Durability Chapter 6. Sustainability Chapter 7. Renewability Chapter 8. Recyclability Chapter 9. Simplicity Chapter 10. Efficiency Part II: Technology Changes Chapter 11. Electrical 1 Chapter 12. Electrical 2 Chapter 13. Plumbing 1 Chapter 14. Plumbing 2 Chapter 15. Heating Chapter 16. Ventilating Chapter 17. Air Conditioning Chapter 18. Insulating Chapter 19. Cooking Chapter 20. Washing Part III: Lifestyle Changes Chapter 21. Personal Choices Chapter 22. Energy Sources Chapter 23. Financial Incentives Chapter 24. Cooperative Buying Chapter 25. Agricultural Independence Chapter 26. Eliminating Waste Chapter 27. Reducing Waste Chapter 28. Washing Up Chapter 29. Second Chances Chapter 30. Getting Outside Index...
