D.C. Adds Green Cred With High Energy Star Rank

Washington, D.C., may be the home of gridlock, but it's greener than you think. Image by YoTuT via Flickr.

L.A. topped the EPA Energy Star building certification list yet again, but Washington, D.C., placed a strong second despite being less than one-sixth the size. Read more →

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Hong Kong Luxury Retailer Lauded for Inner Beauty

Hong Kong's T Galleria Mall earned a LEED Gold certification for Commercial Interiors. Image via DFS Group.

Luxury retailer T Galleria, known for its celebration of superficial wealth, has been lauded for its inner beauty with a LEED Gold certification for Commercial Interiors. Read more →

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To Retrofit Or Build New? That’s The LEED Question

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Recent studies report that some older, retrofitted towers, such as New York's Chrysler and Empire State buildings, are performing better than much newer LEED Gold-certified structures. Read more →

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Adoption Of Energy Star Equipment Varies Among Appliances

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The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports on how adoption of the Energy Star standard varies greatly among different types of appliances. Read more →

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Appliance Advisor App: Now Your Phone Can Help Choose Your Fridge

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The WattzOn Appliance Advisor app makes it possible to compare the lifetime energy savings of particular appliances right on your phone. Read more →

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Xeros Washing Machine Cuts Water Consumption By 90%!

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Xeros' "virtually waterless" washing machine uses 90 percent less water than a conventional machine...you'll never guess how! Read more →

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Efficiency Rock Stars: The 2012 Battle Of The Buildings

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The 2012 Energy Star National Building Competition: Battle of the Buildings will see which of the 3,200 participating buildings can save the most energy. Read more →

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5 Energy Wasters Lurking in Your Home

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You're probably wasting more energy than you think, but never fear; today's gallery shows you 5 notorious energy hogs in your home, and what to do about them. Read more →

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5 Eco-Friendly Appliances That Won’t Break the Bank

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If you're shopping for a green appliance but don't want to spend a lot of money, there's hope. Here's a sampling of some affordable eco-appliances out there. Read more →

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Los Angeles Shines As Energy Star Building Leader

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For the fourth year in a row, Los Angeles tops the EPA's annual list of U.S. cities with the most Energy Star certified buildings. Read more →

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