by Robert Fortunato on May 8th, 2010 3 Comments »
As a direct result of Congresswoman Harman’s briefing at our house in October, Scott Gobble and the rest of the Edison team mobilized to make Hermosa Beach a beta site for Smart Meters!
Posts Tagged ‘environmental’
Smart Meters are Coming!
by Robert Fortunato on May 8th, 2010 3 Comments »
by Robert Fortunato on May 8th, 2010 3 Comments »
Congresswoman Harman’s Earth Day Newsletter
by Robert Fortunato on April 28th, 2010 No Comments »
by Robert Fortunato on April 28th, 2010 No Comments »
Congresswoman Jane Harman is the Green Idea House’s BFF. See the 11th paragraph of her Earth Day Newsletter!
http://harman.congressnewsletter.net/common/mailings/?id=54
Build It Green
by Robert Fortunato on April 27th, 2010 2 Comments »
by Robert Fortunato on April 27th, 2010 2 Comments »
The GreenPoint Rated label is the mark of quality for green home construction. It is a recognizable, independent seal of approval that verifies a home has been built or remodeled according to proven green standards. To make sure that every GreenPoint Rated home is healthy and efficient from the inside
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Objectives
by Robert Fortunato on April 27th, 2010 No Comments »
by Robert Fortunato on April 27th, 2010 No Comments »
We started the project with a system of interdependent objectives that acts as a map and a compass. No project is perfect and this one won’t be either; but being mindful of these objectives keeps us on track when making decisions. We have found that it is particularly
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Energy Upgrade CA
by Robert Fortunato on April 26th, 2010 1 Comment »
by Robert Fortunato on April 26th, 2010 1 Comment »
On February 1, Energy Champions, Leadership Hermosa Beach and USGBC-LA, joined forces to bring together the co-hosted Upgrade In Action event for the Green Idea House. These two Energy Champions were a part of the planning of this successful event reaching over 200 people. During the event community members toured
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Manhattan Beach Botanical Garden
by Robert Fortunato on April 26th, 2010 No Comments »
by Robert Fortunato on April 26th, 2010 No Comments »
Manhattan Beach Botanical Garden (MBBG) is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization dedicated to promoting Earth-friendly landscape techniques, encouraging the use of climate appropriate water-wise plants, including California natives whenever possible, and conserving our natural resources.
We promote Earth-friendly gardening for the conservation of water, wildlife and the well-being of our community via
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Eaton Corporation
by Robert Fortunato on April 25th, 2010 2 Comments »
by Robert Fortunato on April 25th, 2010 2 Comments »
Eaton’s established excellence in both the automotive and electrical distribution/control industries have created a perfect platform for all electrical vehicle charging needs. Whether it’s a residential system, a commercial endeavor or a system to support fleet electric vehicles, Eaton has the products and the depth of experience to support, install
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The ReUse People of America
by Robert Fortunato on April 25th, 2010 1 Comment »
by Robert Fortunato on April 25th, 2010 1 Comment »
By consistently focusing on its mission, TRP has diverted over 260,000 tons of used building materials from landfills, trained dozens of contractors and provided full-time employment to hundreds of people.
Through our efforts, 75 to 80 percent of a building can be kept out of the landfill – in fact, on
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Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
by Robert Fortunato on April 25th, 2010 3 Comments »
by Robert Fortunato on April 25th, 2010 3 Comments »
Mitsubishi i-MiEV is part of a corporate mission to offer consumers more environmentally responsible modes of transportation. This battery-powered electric vehicle technology addresses the need for vehicles that produce zero tailpipe emissions and support a growing agenda for sustainability.
The Green Idea House is a great platform on which to feature
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FLOR Inspired Modular Floorcovering
by Robert Fortunato on April 25th, 2010 No Comments »
by Robert Fortunato on April 25th, 2010 No Comments »
FLOR’s innovative system of carpet squares comes in an inspiring palette of colors, patterns and textures that can be assembled to create custom rugs, runners or wall-to-wall designs of any shape or size. Designed for real life, FLOR squares let you replace squares, not rooms, and are an environmentally-responsible choice
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