Happy National Conservation Week! When thinking about conservation, some of today’s most important topics include protecting our natural resources and lowering our carbon footprint. Wondering what ways you can practice conservation methods in your home, neighborhood, and the broader Asheville community? Here are some ideas to improve your carbon footprint, one step at a time. …
Do you have your eye on living in San Francisco, but don’t have a car? That’s okay! There are many genuinely viable alternatives to driving throughout the Bay Area, but it’s helpful to understand what they are and how to stay safe. If you’re interested in living without a car in the area, here are…
Fall is the most magical time in Asheville, so it may feel like cold winter weather is a long time off. Even though we might get a few random snowfalls throughout the season, we don’t have to deal with the constant battering of winter storms that northern states live with every year. That doesn’t mean Asheville homes shouldn’t prepare for the winter.…
Solar Energy Options in Asheville With the summer sunshine flooding through the Asheville valleys, your mind might be turning to the alternative energy you can harness. Solar power is becoming much more common and is more affordable than ever. If you’re wondering what your options are for solar power at home, here are some tips to help…
You’d think that all new houses are built to specifications that prevent energy loss — but Americans aren’t there yet. When you’ve finally made your decision to buy a new house, whether you’re an environmentalist or not, the desire for lower heating costs may have influenced your decision. A newly constructed house, after all, is…
New technologies and changing social attitudes drive innovation. By the year 2020, close to 20 percent of new construction in America will be green. About three-quarters of American builders and remodelers will be working on those green houses. And that’s just the bare minimum. The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the National Association of…
What to look for when considering sustainable housing The quest for green is good. That’s not an endorsement for seeking money or the perfect lawn. Instead, this quest for green reflects a growing desire to live in a more sustainable world on a grand scale — and in a more sustainable home on a smaller…
Save money on energy while preserving vulnerable earth resources. To say that West Asheville is a liberal bastion is the same as saying that Asheville is a beer town. In other words, “duh.” So energy conservation and saving the environment are high on the list of priorities for people in the mountains of Western North Carolina.…