By RESCUE Green on
11/23/2009 4:22 PM
 A house is meant to provide families with shelter, protection, and comfort. We heat our home in the winter, turn on the AC during summer months, and use electricity for lights and appliances all year round. This constant and excessive use of energy goes unnoticed in most households. What many also don’t realize is that their homes are inefficient at maintaining the pre-set temperature (weather by heating or cooling) which leads to a loss of energy and higher bills.
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By RESCUE Green on
11/19/2009 8:19 AM
 Throughout the economic recession unemployment rates have steadily increased and several companies are on the downward slope of completely disappearing from the market. Throughout bank failures, decreasing stock values, and drops in sales the green job sector has considerably increased, suggesting the industry’s sustainability. Pre-recession statistics conclude that the green job market was growing at a faster pace than traditional job markets.
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By RESCUE Green on
11/9/2009 5:42 PM
 Americans take an average of 15 minutes to shower, and use 2 gallons of water per minute. Therefore, every shower uses around 30 gallons of water - hot water that is. Not only does a 15 minute shower waste fresh water, but energy as well.
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By RESCUE Green on
11/3/2009 12:53 PM
 According to The World Health Organization being healthy is “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” How would you measure health? Does it involve having energy, following a healthy diet, and/ or family history of disease or illness? Many would agree that being physically and mentally healthy are key determinants of health. However, few would say that the built environment also influences health.
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