Going Green

Alternatives To LEED

Is LEED leading the way to sustainability and energy efficiency? Critics increasingly say "no,"...

10 Ways To Make Your Living Room More Green

Obviously, the greenest choice in a remodel project would be not to remodel at all. You would...

DIY Dog Doody Composter

Sure, you’re a good citizen of your neighborhood. You don’t just leave Fido’s leavings...

Comparing Energy Efficiency Of Windows

Looking to replace your old windows? Here's good news. Energy Star has instituted a higher...

Low Phosphate Dishwasher Detergents

Phosphates have been the primary cleaning agent in dishwasher and laundry soaps for a long...

Adaptive Reuse

Adaptive reuse is a hot topic in historic building preservation. I spoke with three experts...

The Greenest Way To Use Aerosol Spray Paint

Aerosol cans have been around for nearly a century; they were first used for non-painting applications,...

Compost Toilets

Compost toilets can be civilized and they don't smell. As a matter of fact, a reasonably...