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Keep it Green

Greencon

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Greencon Solar Tech.

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Look at the evidence and make the change

Greencon Solar Tech.

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Vacuum Tube technology being used to heat about 10 000L of water. A nice small to mid-sized solar thermal installation

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Montrose-green-front Stormwater-planter

Southern Liberties, LLC, recently completed a massive overhaul of this Philadelphia rowhouse and documented the process on the blog, Building Green on Montrose.  The 100-year old, 1,850 square foot home now has three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, and the owners hope to obtain LEED Platinum certification for their efforts.  It’s listed for sale at $565,000 and incorporates some of the following green strategies:

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  • Vegetated green roof;
  • Salvage of part / deconstruction of the rest of the original structure;
  • Waste recycling during construction;
  • FSC Certified woods used throughout;
  • Recycled content metals used throughout;
  • Pervious paving and rain water catchment system;
  • High efficiency HVAC system;
  • Energy-efficient windows placed to allow natural lighting;
  • Zero VOC paints and stains, no carpet;
  • Efficient spray foam insulation used on exterior walls; and
  • Low-flow fixtures and Energy Star appliances.

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Montrose-bedroom

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Montrose-vines

First noticed at Re-nest.

Photo credits: Building Green on Montrose.

Keep it Green

Greencon

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