These days there are a great many ways to enhance or build homes and commercial buildings utilizing green practices and materials. Solar panels used in residential, commercial, institutional, and light industrial applications can efficiently heat water, air and more. Double pane-windows help reduce heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer, plus aid in reducing noise pollution in your home or workplace Low-flow water fixtures (faucets, toilets, and showerheads) can reduce water consumption and water heating costs by as much as 50%. Use natural insulation options as well as fireproofing made with recycled materials – they do their respective jobs and help the environment. There are so many more options available today… Just search online or inquire at the local home improvement superstore. You’ll get plenty of great ideas. Soy and beeswax candles Cork and bamboo flooring Wool and cotton rugs Silk, cotton and wool toss pillows Furniture crafted with reclaimed wood Sea grass wallpaper Bamboo and sea grass window treatments Building your deck with Ipe (a strong tropical hardwood that’s  naturally resistant to weather, rot, and termites) And much more!