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How to Build an Eco-Friendly Home

The Environmental Blog

To build an eco-friendly property, you should choose sustainable materials as much as possible, such as recycled plastic, reclaimed lumber, natural products, and recycled glass. For areas that need more light than usual, try using pure or cool white energy-efficient light bulbs. Install A Cool Roof.

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How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

Green Business Bureau

RECYCLED PLASTIC. Recycled plastic used in construction offers a building material that has a lower carbon footprint and is stronger than brick, all while tackling our plastic waste problem ( 367 million metric tons produced globally in 2020). Recycled plastic. Recycled-plastic roofing shingles.