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Thursday, April 11, 2013

WOW: Arlington Home Perfect for Going Green

The home for sale at $1,099,000 has many environmentally-friendly features.

A million-dollar home for sale in Arlington may be just the right fit for the eco-conscious homebuyer. The property at 2617 Nottingham St. features a "living green roof” and an advanced storm water management system, according to homebuilder Arlington Designer Homes. The 3,100-square-foot home comes with multiple rain gardens, native plants and grasses, and permeable pavers, according to a news release from the company. The four-bedroom, three-and-half-bathroom home also features an advanced insulation package. "We haven’t sacrificed any of the amenities that are necessariy to have a liveable house in Arlington," said Andrew Moore, president of Arlington Designer Homes. View the listing on AOL real estate or contact agent Brian Blackburn …

Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Twenty Ways to Go Green in 2013

If your new year's resolution is to live a greener lifestyle, check out these 20 tips to help you stick to your plan.

If you want to be kinder to the planet and save money at the same time, here are 20 ways to go green in 2013. Do you think you could stick to a green new year's resolution? Share your thoughts and suggestions in the comments sections below.

Saturday, December 22, 2012

A Green Christmas: Tips to Reduce Holiday Waste

EPA offers easy ways to help keep the green in the environment during the holidays.

Some 40 percent of all battery sales occur during the holiday season, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. That's only one of the holiday increases that can negatively impact the environment. Electricity, paper and water are among the other resources whose use increases in December. The EPA provides these tips for reducing holiday waste:

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