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Tree Hugging Family - Living Green

January 24th, 2008

Some Solutions to Car Problems (part 1)

Well, I said I’d post this yesterday and then guess what? I fell asleep at 9pm (which never happens). I think I’m fighting off a cold. Sorry about that. Still, I’m here now…
Congestion pricing:
In the comments of my post, The Problem With Cars yesterday, Susan noted that congestion pricing is a good solution. It is, […]

By Jennifer -- 1 comment

January 23rd, 2008

The Problem With Cars

Cars are problematic. According to the Worldwatch Institute, there’s an average of 1 car per 12 people worldwide - except in the US, where the average is 1 car per 2 people. The EPA notes that every twenty years the amount of vehicle travel doubles. It’s a little out of hand. Suburban sprawl, working far […]

By Jennifer -- 2 comments

September 8th, 2007

Green Remodeling After A Disaster

I recently came across an inspiring green remodel story right in my hometown of Portland Oregon that I thought I’d share. The best part? The story’s not finished so you can follow along.
The 1899 House is an amazing project in process. The homeowners of this Portland charmer had remodeled the home previously and they did […]

By Jennifer -- 2 comments