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A 2011 LCA shows that food scraps processed through a disposer and sent to a wastewater treatment plant with anaerobic digestion and...
DuPont. The Corian Terra collection of solid surfaces, made with recycled materials, now includes 33 colors; five colors have at least 20% pre-consumer recycled resin content as certified by SCS.
New products for green-built homes, including tankless water heaters, asthma and allergy-friendly paint, and a greywater system.
Vermont Natural Coatings. The company’s low-VOC wood finishes were developed in collaboration with the University of Vermont using whey protein, a byproduct of the dairy industry.
Designed to replicate the look of traditional North American slate, EuroLite Slate is a thin, light rubber roofing product made from 75% recycled materials.
ArxxIt requires no additional vapor barrier and has embedded strips for easy attachment of interior finishes.
Acclimate air conditioners are now available in 16 SEER/13 EER models with a new control board that communicates with all components in a home comfort system to provide maximum system efficiency.
GeoStar. The Cypress Series geothermal system provides forced-air heating and cooling and hydronic heating for radiant floors and features a desuperheater option for supplemental hot water.
SRT window film reduces the solar heat coming in to a home, maintaining the view while decreasing solar heat gain.
Cordless and programmable, QMotion Shades are the first interior electronic window covering product of their kind, according to the manufacturer.
Solar Innovations. Retractable Skylights are mounted on tracks that allow them to slide completely out of the way, providing unobstructed roof openings and ventilation for living areas, indoor pools, sports courts, or any room designed to take advantage of this feature. Single units up to 6 feet...
Miele. The Futura series of dishwashers exceed 2012 Energy Star requirements by 25% for water consumption, making them 35% more efficient than previous generations.
The Slimline Platinum thermostat provides control of both temperature and humidity levels.
Annual contest spotlights new products that contribute to a green-built home while also demonstrating innovation and value to the...
20 products for green-built homes, including an electric-vehicle charging station, an energy management system, and insulated framing.
Tax credits and utility incentives push residential wind turbines closer to the mainstream.
A guide to deciphering product specs, avoiding greenwashing, and navigating certification programs.
Spray-foam insulation can definitely crank up the performance of your homes, if you make the right choices. Here's what to look for.
New toilet standards ensure water savings does not come at the expense of a confident flush.
DuPont. The Corian Terra collection of solid surfaces, made with recycled materials, now includes 33 colors; five colors have at least 20%...
Central vacuum systems can remove dust and dirt more effectively than conventional vacuum cleaners, keeping the air and floors a lot...
Evaluating carpet for green-built homes requires looking beyond the surface--to the fibers, backings, treatments, adhesives, and padding.
Owens Corning. The company is replacing all of its batt insulation products with EcoTouch Pink Fiberglas with PureFiber technology, which...
Cabinets are only as green as the sum of their parts.
Mansfield Plumbing. The WaterSense-compliant Summit toilet offers 1.1- or 1.6-gpf options, reducing water usage up to 20% while flushing up...
CertainTeed. The company offers among the best color matches for traditional roofing colors in its Landmark Solaris solar-reflective...
Liquid Nails. Liquid Nails Subfloor and Deck Construction Adhesive (LN-902) is a heavy-duty exterior/interior latex-based adhesive for...
M.D. Manufacturing. The SilentMaster vertical bag-type central vacuum boasts a patented noise-reduction system with total output under 62...
Climatemaster. The Tranquility 22 Digital series geothermal system has one of the smallest footprints in the industry, making it ideal for...
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