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Fiber-cement siding
Looking for a siding material that looks like wood but is resistant to fire, rot, and insects? This... more
 
Fiber-reactive dye
Ever had a red sock turn all your white shirts pink in the wash? That's one of the troubles of... more
 
Fiberglass
Many of us think of it as that pink, cotton-candy-like stuff that lines the attic. Fiberglass is... more
 
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
"There's got to be a better way," captures the essence of the Forest Stewardship Council. The FSC... more
 
Formaldehyde
The smell of this highly toxic volatile organic compound (VOC) could virtually transport you right... more
 
Fossil fuel
It's ingenious if you think about it: Long-dead plants and animals are reborn as fuel for our... more
 
Fuel cell
A battery-like device that converts chemical energy, from a fuel such as hydrogen or alcohol,... more
 

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   Ride Public Transit

If your town or city boasts a decent public transportation system, consider leaving your...

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   Heat island effect

It's no wonder so many urbanites flee the cities on summer weekends. It really is hotter in the concrete jungle. Heat island effect refers to the ability of vast paved areas-city streets, rooftops, and sidewalks-to absorb and hold heat, making urban areas and the surrounding suburbs noticeably hotter than rural towns nearby. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the temperature difference can be two to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. Not only uncomfortable, this phenomenon leads to greater energy demands, more air pollution, and illness related to heat and air quality.

No beach house? There are things that can be done about this sizzling problem, but most take community cooperation. Some ways to offset the heat island effect include installing vegetated green roofs or reflective, high-emissive cool roofs, and incorporating strategically located parks and trees in city planning.
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Of all the places where water is wasted in the house, the irritating drip from your faucet...

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