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Green Homes: The Difference Between An Energy-Efficient Home & An Eco-Friendly One

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You recycle, you bring your own cloth bags to the grocery store, and you care about the environment. (Way to go!)

You probably want to do more, so now you’re wondering — what’s the deal with “green” home building?

Every year, fueled by concerns over global climate change, the popularity of green homes grows.

But what does this phrase really mean? And do green homes really matter?

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For the past few years green home building was considered a fad or a passing trend — limited to activists and eco-warriors who could actually afford it.

These days things have changed as building techniques and sustainable materials have become more commonplace and affordable.

Following are some of the differences between energy-efficient homes and homes that take into consideration their total impact on the environment.

 

Read more: Green Homes: The Difference Between An Energy-Efficient Home & An Eco-Friendly One


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