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Archive for the ‘Environmental News’ Category:

Malibu gets its own central park

By Lisa M Loeffler on October 6th, 2010
When Malibu’s new central park opens Saturday, visitors will see sculptures of a giant king snake and burrowing owl covered in jazzy mosaic tiles. And those who stroll the park’s decomposed granite pathways will observe hillocks, 500 freshly planted trees and cyan-colored patches of mulch and seeds that should grow to resemble coastal prairie. Less ... [Continue Reading]

Going Green Helps Save Earth and Household Budgets

By Lisa M Loeffler on September 16th, 2010
Taking steps to minimize your energy use is not only good for the Earth, but for homeowners as well. While being altruistic and helping a cause generally means giving—not getting—back, going green provides noticeable benefits to everyone. Here, Mike Vazeii, Director or Marketing, American Home Shield discusses why going green is in fact a good ... [Continue Reading]

Do You Understand Why ‘Green’ Is Important?

By Lisa M Loeffler on August 12th, 2010
“Green building.” What began as a buzzword a few years ago has transformed today’s real estate industry. This month, we talk with Al Medina, director of NAR’s Green Designation, a groundbreaking educational program that provides vital training, support and information to professionals who are looking to advance their businesses and raise awareness of the environmental ... [Continue Reading]

Going green = getting green!

By Valerie on April 29th, 2009
Find out how going green can save you money.  As detailed in this article from the Wall Street Journal, the federal government is giving tax credits for energy-efficient and renewable-energy home improvements.  As it turns out, helping the planet can help your pocketbook, too! ... [Continue Reading]