The idea of building a home—or even just a part of a home—with fungus probably wouldn’t normally appeal to a lot of people. Fungus is something that most people try and keep away from their homes. But there are companies like Ecovative Design, which is located in upstate New York just outside of Albany, that… Read more »
Fungus Could Be the Next Big Thing in Green Buildings
Green Doesn’t Mean Weak: Looking at the Strength and Longevity of New Building Materials
When you’re preparing to construct a new building, going green might sound like a great idea, but won’t the green building materials that are used fall apart after just a few years and fail to hold up like traditional construction materials? This is a question that many people ask because they mistakenly believe that green… Read more »
Breaking Down an Analysis: What We Check When We Inspect
A Green Home Energy Analysis from Rick’s Energy Solutions takes a comprehensive look at your home to see where you are losing energy and suggests repairs that can save you tons on your electricity bill. This thorough inspection offers many different benefits for homeowners. Let’s take a look at the four categories where we run… Read more »
Renewables and Politics: President Trump and Green Energy
When Donald Trump was on the campaign trail in the months and weeks leading up to the 2016 presidential election, he was very clear about his energy plan. He told the American people that he wants to deregulate the energy industry and create new jobs in the energy sector. He also said that his goal… Read more »
Understanding the Solar Investment Tax Credit
Are you interested in transitioning to solar power but you still aren’t convinced that the benefits outweigh the costs? The Solar Investment Tax Credit may just change your mind. Not only can it provide a savings on installing solar energy, but it can help you realize how making an environmentally conscious choice can be the… Read more »
REGREEN in Four Simple Steps
It is more important now than ever to think about the effect that our homes have on the environment. Going green is the perfect way to do your part to make your home more energy efficient, and that goes for older properties as much as it does for brand-new homes. The REGREEN program is a… Read more »