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Sustainable Living

Marmoleum Click 2: the Elegant Floating Floor

February 26, 2011

Marmoleum Click is a natural product made primarily from renewable resources, including linseed oil, wood flour and pine rosins. Click’s inherent anti-static properties repel dust and dirt, making it easy to clean, reducing exposure to allergens and contributing to better indoor air quality. The flooring “clicks” together for an easy, glueless installation so there are [...]

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Celebrate Community at the Benzie County Water Festival

February 23, 2011

This winter, the Benzie Community Water Council will continue it’s formal introduction to the surrounding areas with the celebration of the Benzie County Water Festival. After a series of successful satellite events in the local area, the Water Council aims to spread it’s message through education, engagement and celebration for all ages. On March 19, [...]

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Comparing wind turbine noise to other annoying sounds

December 7, 2010

Benzie and Manistee County residents will be debating the pros and cons of Duke Energy’s Gail Wind Farm proposal this winter. Here is a link to an article that discusses how industrial sized wind turbines measure up to other annoying sounds like lawn mowers and refrigerators in decibels. http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/news/article/2010/11/measuring-wind-turbine-noise A smart guy commented that some [...]

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First residential renewable energy system installed to TCLP grid

November 15, 2010

With the approval of the Renewable Net Metering Agreement in July, 2010, Traverse City Light & Power opened the door for residential renewable energy systems that are 20kW or smaller to interconnect to the TCLP electrical grid. Peter and Sharon Moller, soon-to-be Traverse City transplants from Colorado with experience in renewable energy systems, broke ground [...]

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On Sale: American Clay Try Me Kit

July 23, 2010

Get to know American Clay Natural Clay Plaster The Try-Me Kit is a terrific tool for experimenting with American Clay products and their application processes. The Try-Me Kit is used for sampling and testing the American Clay product. It provides a small sample of each 3 premier finishes and all the tools required to complete [...]

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Increased Rebate for Solar Energy System

July 8, 2010

Considering solar energy for your home? Eco-Building Products is pleased to announce that the Solar Patriot SP-20 is now eligible for a $2,500 Energy Star Rebate, more than double the original rebate offer. The Solar Patriot SP-20, designed and manufactured through BTF Solar, is northern Michigan’s best-performing northern climate solar thermal collector. The return on [...]

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Eco-Building Products Introduces Solar Living Co-op

June 8, 2010

Emphasizing bulk purchases coupled with financial incentives In order to prepare those with an interest in solar energy for the next Feed in Tariff (FIT) program, and improving upon a more sustainable northern Michigan lifestyle, Eco-Building Products (EBP), located in the Warehouse District of downtown Traverse City, has formed a Solar-Living Co-op. The program is [...]

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EcoStar: Timeless Roofing for your Green Lifestyle

February 15, 2010

No Trees Were Harmed in the Making of this Roof Top off your eco-friendly lifestyle with the addition of EcoStar roofing tiles. As the leading manufacturer of sustainable, environmentally friendly steep-slope roofing products, residents can rest assured that what’s overhead isn’t putting a drain on the environment. EcoStar strives to preserve the world’s valuable natural [...]

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Beauty, Ease & Strength with PaperStone Countertops

February 6, 2010

Exceptional style & resistance. Exceptionally easy to work with. PanelTech Inc. brings counterspace to life in the form of PaperStone products. This beautifully finished, earth-friendly, sustainable composite surface is a versatile addition to any wholistic lifestyle. Made from post-consumer waste, recycled paper and petroleum-free phenolic resins derived from organic material, PaperStone is proudly certified to [...]

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Live Low-Impact with EcoTop Surfaces

January 23, 2010

Sustainable without the Sacrifice The creators of Paperstone counters are at it again with the introduction of a new, highly sustainable countertop system. EcoTop surfaces by Kliptech Inc, continues in the tradition of durable, user-friendly green surface material. Formed from a 50/50 blend of FSC-certified post-consumer recycled paper and rapidly renewable bamboo fiber, EcoTop surfaces [...]

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