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How to Build an Eco-Friendly Home

The Environmental Blog

An eco-friendly house is designed with recycled materials, renewable energy sources, and sustainable landscapes. When constructed properly, it can help lessen pollution and allow you to enjoy savings on water and energy usage, and it can increase the value of your home. Buy Energy-Saving Appliances.

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How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

Green Business Bureau

A local demolition site, construction dumpster or farm – Be sure to contact the property owner to get permission before hauling away any materials. RECYCLED STEEL. Recycling metal rather than using virgin ore helps preserve natural resources and saves energy. RECYCLED PLASTIC.