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Making a glass bottle from recycled glass takes 40% less energy than conventional methods.

Source: The Everything Green Living Book

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Earn NAR's Green Designation: green real estate education

NAR's Green Designation is the only environmental real estate designation addressing multiple specialties. It is also the only green designation for agents AND property managers recognized by the National Association of REALTORS®.

Close to one-half of all greenhouse gas emissions are produced from buildings. Green building isn't just responsible; it's necessary. Both consumer demand and government policy are making this happen and shaping the future of our industry. Join them in the green movement and lead your community to a more sustainable future with NAR's Green Designation.

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Green REsource Council News

Sign up for green courses at Midyear!
Attending the 2010 Midyear Legislative Meetings in Washington, DC, May 10-15? Sign up for NAR's Green Designation Core or Commercial Elective course and start earning your education today!

View the Getting to Green Webinar!
Presented by Dave Porter with PorterWorks, Inc, the Getting to Green Webinar addressed changes and updates in the areas of green lending and green appraising. Missed the live version? View the recording now!

Commercial Elective Course available online!
NAR's Green Designation Commercial Elective Course will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of commercial green building principles, products and practices.

Check out the new issue of On Common Ground!
Please visit the link above for information about the Winter, 2010 edition of the Smart Growth Publication, On Common Ground. This publication is presented in an online, PDF format and addresses a range of views on Smart Growth issues with the goal of encouraging a dialogue among REALTORS®, elected officials and other interested citizens. For more information or to subscribe to future issues, click here. 

GReen Industry News

Commercial Kitchens: Cooking Up Green Opportunities

Commercial kitchens run energy- and water-intensive equipment for long hours, sometimes even when not in use. While the challenges of saving water and energy in commercial kitchens are daunting, they're not insurmountable. Careful equipment selection and a commitment to conscientious kitchen practices can dramatically cut down on waste—and utility bills.
From: BuildingGreen.com News

President Obama Announces Three Steps to Boost Biofuels

President Obama has announced three actions to boost U.S. biofuel production, including the final rule implementing the Renewable Fuel Standard, which calls for 36 billion gallons of biofuel by 2022; a proposed rule for biomass crop assistance; and a report that establishes a roadmap for biofuel growth.
From: EERE Network News

Exporting Coal, Exporting Emissions

An Australian coal mining company announced over the weekend that it has reached an agreement to sell USD 60 billion dollars worth of coal t[...]
From: Green and Save