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January 24th, 2010

What Is A “Living Building”?

Dear EarthTalk: I recently heard the term “living building.” Can you explain?
Over the past couple of decades, architects and builders looking to green their projects turned to the addition of various piecemeal elements to save water here or cut down on electricity there. Those who added more than a few green touches could apply for [...]

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September 24th, 2008

Old Shipping Containers Could Be Inexpensive Homes For Many People.

And I don’t think it’s that bad of an idea at all! So many people live in such dire poverty that imagine if we could provide them with a solidly-built 320 square foot home that has a kitchen, bathroom, sleeping areas & windows – for only $8,000. I imagine we could move people [...]

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