An Airtight Home Even for Heirlooms

Inspiration Home

The sweet spot that combines high energy efficiency with a Craftsman cottage look, without driving prices into the stratosphere. Read more →

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Wind Energy Records Fall in Wash., Texas, Colorado

Wild Horse Wind & Solar Facility

Wind's growing role as a U.S. electricity producer is made clear by a spate of record-setting performance in three disparate states. Read more →

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Washington State Tidal Power Project Nears Green Light

The 2 350-ton turbines could be installed in 2014 if they receive final approval. This barge could be used to do the job. (image via EarthFix)

EarthFix reports on how a tidal power project in Washington State's Puget Sound is one step closer to approval. Read more →

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The Coolest Green Infrastructure You Are Likely To See

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Natural Resources Defense Council reports on a new project in Washington State that does an amazing job integrating green infrastructure into a downtown district. Read more →

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Bainbridge Island’s Net Zero Community Homes Open For Tours

Grow, Ocean

On Bainbridge Island, the largest planned solar-ready community in Washington has completed its first three net zero model homes, which are now open for tours. Read more →

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OR, WA In Top 10 Energy Efficient States

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EarthFix and Northwest Public Radio report on how Northwest states are leading the nation in energy efficiency, according to a new report. Read more →

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Washington’s New LEED Gold Certified Water Treatment

Groundwater Treatment Facility, Hanford

Hanford Site -- the nuclear power facility in Washington made famous by The Simpsons -- has gained an energy efficient, LEED Gold groundwater treatment plant. Read more →

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Garbage And Gifts Get Together In Washington Store

CleanScapes store

CleanScapes -- the new garbage and recycling service in Issaquah, Wash. -- has now opened a retail store stocked with recycled, recyclable and up-cycled goods. Read more →

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In Washington, One Firm, Two Different Visions Of Green

Schell Wheeler residence

The design professionals at Johnson Architects bring green building strategies to the remote foothills of the Cascades, and to the heart of Seattle as well. Read more →

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University of Washington Racks Up LEED Certifications

University of Washington PACCAR Hall

With the recent Gold-level certification of the Foster School of Business's PACCAR Hall, the University of Washington has nearly 20 LEED-certified buildings. Read more →

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