By Steve Rypka on January 14th, 2010 | Category: Green Living Columns
They say the dream of the older generation was to pay off a mortgage, while the dream of today’s young families is to get one. In this economy, that’s no joke. That dream is now taking on new dimensions that include managing the ever-rising cost of energy and water.
In today’s home market, a lot of variables go into determining the price of a home, but some of the most common “features” are often only cosmetic: granite …(more)
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By Steve Rypka on June 4th, 2009 | Category: Green Living Columns
We’ve all heard a lot about green jobs lately. But what exactly is a green job? When are they coming? Where can a person find one? A lot of people want to know how they can make a living while making a difference.
While I believe that any job in any company can be “greened” with the right attitude and attention to detail, there are some that fall squarely in the green job category. They often pertain …(more)
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By Steve Rypka on February 12th, 2009 | Category: Green Living Columns
It’s exciting to see the transformation taking place in the home building market. Perhaps the best example is the new Villa Trieste development by Pulte Homes. Located in Summerlin, this community of 185 homes is leading the way when it comes to responsible building in Southern Nevada.
The community has gotten some good coverage recently but I noticed the focus is mostly on energy savings and the electrical solar panels that come with each home. As …(more)
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