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Going Green

A green revolution is taking place all across the country as more and more homeowners try to minimize their impact on our fragile ecosystem and reduce energy consumption. Something as simple as installing a compact fluorescent light bulb or replacing your showerhead with a low-flow model can make a big difference when multiplied by millions of homes. Here at Today’s Homeowner with Danny Lipford® we are committed to helping you find your path to greener living. We’re devoting back-to-back shows to the rapidly growing “going green” phenomenon, with insights gleaned from around the country on how to make your home more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. In addition, our website features detailed articles on all aspects of green living from tips on recycling to the latest in sustainable flooring. So join us as we journey together down the road to a greener tomorrow.

Going Green, Part 1

Danny behind the wheel of the GEM e4 electric car

In the first of this two-part series, Danny examines how homeowners can take an environmentally friendly approach to building and remodeling their homes. Actor and environmental activist Ed Begley, Jr. shares his personal insights on going green. Also included are selecting a sustainable building site, water conservation tips, and the use of recycled and reusable building materials.

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Going Green, Part 2

Danny talks with actor and environmentalist Ed Begley, Jr.

In the conclusion of this two-part series, Danny discusses how to improve indoor air quality by using low VOC paints, along with other building materials that don’t outgas harmful chemicals into the environment. Energy efficient building methods, such as insulated concrete form construction, are examined as well as some easy ways for the average homeowner to reduce their energy costs.

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Articles to get you Going Green

• CFL: A Bright Idea for Going Green

  So you want to go green but aren’t sure how to take that first step without cleaning out your wallet in the process? Well look no further than the lighting aisle of your nearest home improvement store. There you’ll find a wide selection of compact fluorescent light bulbs, or CFLs, that will actually save you money while helping the environment at the same time.

• Get Onboard the Recycle Cycle

  The facts are undeniable: landfills are overflowing, forests are disappearing, water resources are being contaminated, and prices at the store are skyrocketing. What can be done to reverse this trend? The answer is surprisingly simple—recycling.

• Sustainable Flooring: Bamboo and Cork

  If you’re under the impression that environmentally friendly flooring products, such as bamboo and cork, are little more than the latest fad that will soon disappear, then think again. Though very different from each other, both are high quality products that make beautiful and durable floors. In addition, bamboo and cork are easy to install and cost about the same as traditional hardwood.

• Eight Great Ways To Save On Heating Costs

  With the cost of heating homes, it is obvious that families across the country need to find ways to save on their energy bills. Danny has some proven ways to help you save.

• Green Homes

  From high-tech gadgets to simple changes, Danny takes a look at some new ways to make your home green whether during new construction or a remodel. Automated irrigation systems, solar paneled roofs, and programmable thermostats are just a few of the green additions seen here.

• (617) Building Green

  Whether you call it building “green,” “eco-friendly” or “sustainable” the trend has taken hold. We talk to professionals about what it means to build “green” and see it first hand in homes and even entire communities.

• Green Products for Your Home

  One of the first steps in creating a green home is finding innovative, environmentally friendly products to incorporate into the construction or remodeling process. Green products are those manufactured from nontoxic, sustainable, or recycled materials. They also include items that save energy or can be easily recycled. Here are a few green products worth considering for your home.