2. What is a Green Building? A green building contains energy efficient products within its architecture. Are project is based on a Smart Home in an exhibit on the Chicago Science and Industry Museum.
3. Bathroom Using Vanity lights (CFLs) will save you money the only disadvantage is that there life can be shorten if there is a lot of moisture in the air. This can be prevented by using a vent fan. A vent fan uses less 70% energy than a regular fan and prevent mold and mildew from growing. Purchasing a San Raphael toilet saves at least 20 percent of the water you would use with a regular toilet.
4. Bedroom Using CFLs in your home Using storm windows in the winter and caulking open cracks can save you up to a 100$ a year. You can purchase a pillow and bedding made of natural products that are made from the environment. A mattress that is made of mostly wool costs around 850$ and pillows around 50$
5. Kitchen Having efficient gas burners can save you 18$ a year. Try to buy a Eco Kettle which allows you to boil the exact amount of water you need to use. You also can purchase a countertop that is made up of 85% recycled materials. The most energy efficient dishwasher in America is the Bosch 800 plus dishwasher which costs around 1,500 dollars and is extremely quiet.
6. Garage Make sure your sealing is checked frequently this will save you money on cooling and heating cost. Also think about the possibility of purchasing a hybrid car to put in your garage. Purchase a rust proof with insulated tempered glass from clopay.com.
7. Living Room Make sure that no furniture is in front of air ducts. This way the air flows all around the room and the energy doesn’t have to work as hard. You can purchase a soy based sofa that also contains recycled products for your couch.
8. How to be the MOST Energy Efficient? Most likely there will never be a green product that you can purchase that eliminates your energy usage. The best way to limit your energy is up to you. You are the one that can control your energy usage by turning off the lights when you are not using them.
