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Job Sites
Green Job Sites Have Less Waste And More Recycling UPDATED 8/16/2011
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Foundation Types
A Foundation Supports a House While Holding Back Moisture
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Engineered Lumber
Engineered-Lumber Rafters Are Stronger and Straighter, But They Cost More
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Roof Trusses
Trusses Make a Stronger, Straighter Roof and They Go Up Quickly
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Green Mechanical Systems
Green Mechanical Systems Save Water, Deliver Clean Air, and Lower Utility Costs
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Roofs: Attics, Structure, Claddings
Roofs Keep Weather Out and Conditioned Air In
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Green Irrigation
Use Water Wisely: Irrigate with Water Conservation in Mind
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Building Lots and Siting a House
UPDATED 10/30/2012Green Building Begins with the House Lot and How You Use It
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The Building Envelope
The Envelope and Structure Provide Shelter from Wind, Water, Heat, and Cold