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How Golf Courses are Becoming More Eco-Friendly

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Most groundsmen have switched to a greywater system for irrigation on the green and at times they allow grass to die and regenerate in the colder months. This process saves on power and water. Did you know that you could rent solar-powered golf carts? On And Off The Green. Golfing Equipment And Gear.

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Belgium’s new timber community center centers modular design

AGreenLiving

The Edegem community center features timber construction with gardens , solar and heat pump systems, and a greywater system. Related: Red brick firehouse in Belgium runs on solar power Opened in September 2021, the Edegem community center building was integrated with the Huis Hellemans exhibition center and its garden next door.

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Cool, California ranch house in San Francisco is a sustainable gem

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For example, the home was installed with a solar array to produce clean energy, and solar thermal panels heat the home’s water supply and pool water. The home also has an integral greywater harvesting system that reroutes rainwater to be used to flush toilets and irrigate the landscaping.

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Recycled shipping containers make up this off-grid retreat

AGreenLiving

Solar power is produced by a row of panels on the roof. Greywater is similarly diverted and filtered. It features a kitchen, a single bedroom and bathroom, sitting areas and a library with reading area. Because Ahurewa is completely off-grid, each system was selected to provide comfort and efficiency.