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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. Here are some landscaping ideas you may consider when building an eco-friendly home: Take Advantage Of Organic Mulch. 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). The roof above your head can do a lot of good for the Earth below your feet.