Entries for month: April 2012

Apr 26

Oregon has a new tool for conserving water

Energy Efficiency , Gray Water , Green Building , Rainwater , Water Conservation No Comments »



Department of Environment Quality (DEQ) announced in April 2012 that they are now accepting applications for graywater permits. Graywater is “used” water from bathtubs, showers, bathroom sinks, washing machines and, in the case of graywater systems for outdoor use, water from the kitchen sinks as well.

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Apr 9

Want to be Green? Reuse an existing building

Earth Advantage Institute , Energy Efficiency , Energy Trust of Oregon , Green Building , Incentives , Reach Code , Solar No Comments »

 
Photo: Rainwater harvesting for toliet flushing in the ODOT building - By Julie Waters

Retrofitting existing buildings to increase efficiency and seismic safety represents an enormous market opportunity with environmental benefits.

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