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Environmental-friendly advances in the ways we that build, architectural design, and the materials that we use.

Michigan: We’re No. 2

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Michigan ad from Chicago wind conference

No, not that No. 2. This is a good digit for the Great Lakes State.

The American Wind Energy Association, fondly known as AWEA, has named Michigan the nation’s second-fastest growing state for new wind capacity for 2009. And we’re also the fourth-best place in the country for producing wind energy and making turbines, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Read More »

Solar-powered LED Ground Lights

product_brickWe all know that to heal our planet we must find ways to save the earth’s resources and use alternative sources of energy that lessen our impact upon the environment. How often have we heard the words “green”, “eco-friendly”, “low-energy” or similar phrases used to describe a product? In the face of so much conflicting information and so many claims, how can we be sure that the products we choose are really good for the environment? One of the most reliable ways to help the environment is to use products that support the use of renewable resources. The sun is the most renewable resource on earth. Read More »

How Green Are Wood Windows?

How Green Are Wood Windows?

Some might say wood windows are not green. Especially due to the harvesting of trees. Yet if we wish to live as close to nature - as simply and purely - as possible, we’re going to embrace the idea of not manufacturing chemical building products. We’re going to harvest, reclaim and reuse wood responsibly. We’re going to plant more trees. We’re going to embrace wood windows. Read More »