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		<title>Eco-friendly Hotels are on the Rise</title>
		<link>http://www.greenstrides.com/2009/11/06/eco-friendly-hotels-are-on-the-rise/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:36:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joyce Benson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Recently, a chic hotel in downtown Philadelphia opened which is indicative of a positive, &#8220;greening&#8221; trend in the industry and the world today.  The former Architects Building in Rittenhouse Square was transformed into the luxurious Hotel Palomar.  It was constructed to the United States Green Building Council&#8217;s high performance LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental [...]<br/>
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		<title>Green Kitchen and Bath Makeovers, Part II</title>
		<link>http://www.greenstrides.com/2009/10/27/new-posts-coming-soon/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:31:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joyce Benson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[In part I of my series on eco-friendly kitchen and bath makeovers, I focused on easy and inexpensive ways to update these much lived-in rooms.  In the next few posts, you&#8217;ll find helpful information for those of you who need to undertake more substantial improvements.  Here, I&#8217;ll focus on the important aspects of saving energy [...]<br/>
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		<title>Bamboo Countertops</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:14:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joyce Benson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[In a previous post, I wrote about the pros and cons of bamboo used as a flooring option.  The pros seem to outweigh the cons, as bamboo is a durable surface material not only for flooring, cabinetry and wall panels, but also for countertops.  When using this fast-growing grass (yes, it&#8217;s a grass) for an [...]<br/>
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		<title>Keep Old Windows In Place, Yet Still Increase Energy Efficiency</title>
		<link>http://www.greenstrides.com/2009/09/25/keep-old-windows-in-place-yet-still-increase-energy-efficiency/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:17:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joyce Benson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[We&#8217;ve all heard that replacement windows are the way to go if you want to increase the energy efficiency of your home and building (and reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with generating energy).  While it&#8217;s true that they will reduce heating and cooling bills, the up-front investment may not be in the budget.  However, there [...]<br/>
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		<title>Green Makeovers for Kitchens and Baths, Part 1</title>
		<link>http://www.greenstrides.com/2009/09/23/green-makeovers-for-kitchens-and-baths-part-1/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:37:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joyce Benson</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Greening the Home]]></category>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Whether you&#8217;re on a tight budget or not, there are plenty of eco-friendly ideas you can implement to give your kitchen or bathroom a whole new look.  In this first post, we&#8217;ll take a look at inexpensive, green fixes for these spaces &#8212; from decorative elements, to energy-efficient  and water-saving strategies that will save you [...]<br/>
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		<title>Tour Green Homes in North Carolina this Fall</title>
		<link>http://www.greenstrides.com/2009/09/21/tour-green-homes-in-north-carolina-this-fall/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:19:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joyce Benson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Looking for something fun and interesting to do on Saturdays next month in the Tar Heel state?  The North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association will once again host its annual Green Building &#38; Solar Tour, in which everyday citizens can get a first-hand look at a wide variety of earth-friendly homes, buildings and renewable energy projects. [...]<br/>
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		<title>Renew Your Backsplash with Recycled Glass Tiles</title>
		<link>http://www.greenstrides.com/2009/09/18/renew-your-backsplash-with-recycled-glass-tiles/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:14:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joyce Benson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Looking to add a dazzling, yet functional, new backsplash to your ordinary kitchen or bathroom?  One eco-friendly option is to use recycled glass tiles since discarded glass takes hundreds, if not thousands of years, to decompose.  Tiled surfaces are durable, long-lasting and easy-to-clean, plus they work well indoors and out.  They&#8217;re perfect not only for [...]<br/>
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		<title>Make Your Home More Efficient this Fall</title>
		<link>http://www.greenstrides.com/2009/09/18/make-your-home-more-efficient-this-fall/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:03:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joyce Benson</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Energy]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Greening the Home]]></category>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[As cooler temperatures start to set in this Autumn, it&#8217;s a reminder that we&#8217;ll soon be spending more time indoors.  To increase your home&#8217;s efficiency and comfort levels in the upcoming winter months, there are a few things to keep in mind.  All around the home, from the heating system and the fireplace to insulation [...]<br/>
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		<title>Fall Fix-Ups for the Yard, Part III</title>
		<link>http://www.greenstrides.com/2009/09/16/fall-fix-ups-for-the-yard-part-iii/</link>
		<comments>http://www.greenstrides.com/2009/09/16/fall-fix-ups-for-the-yard-part-iii/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:23:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joyce Benson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Autumn, with its pleasant temperatures and colorful beauty, is a wonderful time of year to enjoy the outdoors.  It&#8217;s also the perfect time to get out in the  yard to plant trees &#38; shrubs, and of course, rake leaves.  In previous posts, I covered &#8220;Fall Fix-ups&#8221; for the lawn and garden, and here, woody [...]<br/>
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		<title>Tour Innovative Homes at the Solar Decathlon</title>
		<link>http://www.greenstrides.com/2009/09/11/tour-innovative-homes-at-the-solar-decathlon/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:39:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joyce Benson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[In this exciting event, hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy, 20 college and university teams compete to design, build, and operate the most attractive and efficient solar-powered house.  The homes are solely powered by the sun and are prime examples of the latest renewable energy technologies and artful design.  They will be displayed on [...]<br/>
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