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The National Association of Realtors® Code of Ethics:
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16 WAYS TO A GREENER LIFE
- Switch to Green Power
Green Power is an optional utility service for customers who want to help expand the production and distribution of renewable energy technologies. With green power, you do not have to change your electricity provider. Instead, customers choose to pay a premium on their electricity bill to cover the extra cost of purchasing clean, sustainable energy. More information on green power is available from the Department of Energy at www.eere.energy.gov
- Buy Local
- Use low-VOC Products
- Paint: A low-VOC paint is available from most major paint brands
- Cleaning products: Low-VOC cleaning alternatives are available for sale, or you can make your own VOC-free cleaning products using simple household materials like baking soda, vinegar and borax.
Buying local produce reduces the amount of fossil fuels required for the transportation of products from other parts of the country or the world. It also reduces the amount of plastic and paper products consumed in the packaging of such far-traveling products. Buying local reduces consumption of valuable natural resources.
Improve your indoor air quality by switching to products that don’t give off “volatile organic compounds” (VOCs). Some common low-VOC or no-VOC products include:
- Use Wood Alternatives or FSC-certified Wood Products
- Consider using environmentally preferable and rapidly renewable products such as linoleum, bamboo, recycledcontent tile or non-VOC carpet.
- Choose wood products from sustainably managed forests, such as those certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
- Use locally sourced products when possible to reduce carbon emissions associated with the transportation of those products.
- Use Rapidly Renewable Flooring Materials
- Plant Trees to Provide Shade and Wind Protection for Your House
- Use Native Plantings
The type of flooring and cabinetry materials you use can have a positive effect on your health and pocketbook while reducing your environmental impacts
Now there are affordable, durable, and rich-looking flooring options made from grasses and trees that mature in roughly half of the time (or less!) than it takes hardwoods to reach market size. Bamboo, cork, and eucalyptus flooring products are a sustainable alternative to traditional hardwoods. Greening your Yard
This simple step can help you save money on heating and air conditioning bills while providing beautiful views around your home.
Native plants have been growing and evolving in your area for thousands of years and, as a result, have adapted to the local soils and climate. As a result they are more likely to thrive with minimal care, unlike exotic plants. That can mean less need for water, fertilizer and pesticides.
