Top 10 Green Building Tips. So I thought I would simplify the elements for you, by category and by green value, starting at the top of a list and working down. Cement fiber, fireproof and moisture proof, but not really sustainable given the energy-intensive manufacturing process for cement. Exterior cladding. Floors. Insulation. MORE >>

By Michael Smith (Veshengro) Time and again writers and makers try to have the consumer, that is you and me, believe that bamboo flooring is green, environmentally-friendly and sustainable. But in a heavily processed form as with flooring, chopping- and cutting boards, etc., that's being green and sustainable. MORE >>

What to Look for in Green Cleaning Products. An added benefit of green laundry detergents is that they are free of the perfumes and other additives that can irritate your skin. Enzymes are proteins that are necessary for most cellular processes, including decomposition. General Cleaners. Laundry. Enzyme Cleaners. MORE >>

Green Products. Green Homes. Green Living. Green Tips. Ionic solvents to save energy during biomass processing. According to a study conducted by the scientists at the Imperial College London, ionic solvents have slippery properties that could save approximately 80 percent energy consumed during biomass processing. MORE >>

10 Super Green Back-to-School Ideas. To that end, we’ve rounded up a set of tips and tricks for making the back-to-school process greener. Tip #2: Be a savvy shopper and buy from a store that advertises green goods. If you can’t find a green or recycled product store in your area, consider getting on the Internet. MORE >>