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Radon is a colorless radioactive gas formed from the decay of radium. It is a significant contaminant that affects indoor air quality.Studies said radon from natural sources can accumulate in buildings, after cigarette smoking, is another leading cause
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Here are some simple ways you can reduce GHG emissions at home: All of the cracks and gaps in the average house, added together, are equal to a 1.5 square foot hole. Using caulking and weather stripping to seal all leaks around doors, windows, and cracks
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ENERGY CONSERVATION Net zero homes come to the Annex But for a little luck, the chance to build three townhouses that produce as much power as they consume almost didn't happen, Matthew Trevisan reports MATTHEW TREVISAN June 13, 2008 Lou Ampas didn't
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For those of us that are feeling the pain at the pump, here are some fuel efficient options to get us from A to B. Roller Skate Bike Electric Bike Vespa Hybrid As of November 28, 2005, moped and motor scooter drivers are required to hold a Class M licence.
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Recent Article in the Globe and Mail For Backyard Swimmers: The Tide is Changing Residential Pool Installers and Contractors in the GTA that can help you convert from chlorine to salt system: Reed Pool Services Betz Pool Metro Pool
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Is city living cheaper than the suburbs? Inidviduals that opt to move further away from work to the Suburbs tend to look for bigger square footage for their money, good schools, low crime, Saturday morning youth hockey, but keep the high paying jobs in
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I recently came across this website on treehugger.com referencing websites for green consumers to narrow specific search for properties that index green criteria http://www.treehugger.com/files/2006/09/real_estate_lis.php Another good one is listedgreen.com
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A recent survey among 14 prospects who are first time buyers. Other than price, location, amenities, convenience, security, layout, they were ask to rate the importance of the following eco-friendly features if they were to be taken into consideration.
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In Ontario, federal programs and incentives are always being offered to encourage homeowners and buyers of resale homes to carry out eco-retrofit. Consumers have to make sure they mail in their coupons, and fill out any applications/paperwork to benefit
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Many first time buyers are too worried about being able to find a home they can afford, and are neglecting the cost savings options they have in the green real estate market. Sourcing an energy efficient home can lower energy bill and benefit from cost
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During my recent trip to Hong Kong, I came across this familiar household product as a giant 3D display at the entry/ exit point of the Cross Harbour Tunnel, this format being installed at one of the heaviest traffic location and busiest tunnel in Hong
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In a young city like Toronto that still has to get over its warts and pimples, real estate agents are often happy when a Starbucks decide to open a new location in the area which they work and farm. The decision for Starbucks to locate in the so-called
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