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GO GREEN

Going Green is not only good for the environment, but also for your wallet.  Tucson has been graced with some forward thinking developers who have embraced the modern trend for greener living.  While living in a green home doesn't require any lifestyle changes, be prepared to pay as much as 50% less on your utility bills. The newer green homes have also been constructed using less toxic materials than traditional construction, which is better for your family and the environment.  Some have a misconception that green building or buying is far more expensive than traditional construction practices, however, this is not true. Over the past few years, many states, along with the federal government, have given tax incentives towards solar and wind energy systems. Solar photovoltaic technology prices have declined each year since their introduction into the green market, and continue to decline.

Below you will find informational books that explain the practice of green building, products that are good for the environment, and green learning links that emphasize importance on what others are doing to recycle, be more energy efficient, and how to live a healthier life. 

Beyond the homefront, many businesses are walking a greener path as well. Commercial construction is beginning to adopt the use of greener materials and techniques, and many business owners are filling those buildings with energy star appliances and other energy saving technologies. Additionally many businesses are helping their employees to coordinate carpooling, and providing recycling services and more.  Going Green is our future and if you have any questions about buying a green home or how to remodel your current home to be more energy efficient and eco-savvy, please don't hesitate to contact me.







Green Incentives


Corporate Tax Credit

Green Building Incentive
Personal Deduction
Personal Tax Credit
Property Tax Exemption
Sales Tax Exemption
Utility Rebate Program
Alternative Fuel and Vehicle Incentives

Green Communities

Armory Park del Sol

Civano Northridge

Mercado District



Green Stores

Expert Solar Systems
1700 E. Sneller Vista
Tucson, Arizona 85749
(520)749-3538

Geo Innovation
5641 North Via Umbrosa
Tucson, AZ  85750
(520) 615-3883

Global Solar Energy LLC
5575 South Houghton Road
Tucson, AZ 85747
520)546-6313

Solar Store
2833 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520)322-5180


Green Articles

Knock $4,000 Off Your Utility Bill 9/25/08

Solar industry clears hurdle with tax credit 9/24/08

Solar firm to open factory in Tucson 9/14/08

How to Green Your Lighting

EP plan: sell solar power to big users 8/29/08

Conservation group rates UA 'exemplary' for sustainability efforts 8/28/08

Green plan: Easy ways for families to reduce, reuse, recycle 8/5/08 

Recycling coming to the post office 7/30/08

Gore sets 'moon shot' goal on climate change 7/17/08

Solar Manufacturer Schletter Inc. Chooses Tucson for its First U.S. Location 5/16/08

Bicycle-makers ride high on surging oil prices 5/13/08

Wind could provide 20% of nation's energy 5/12/08

How to cultivate a 'green mortgage' 4/24/08

The 'green' way to dump electronic junk 4/21/08

Green roofs popping up in big cities 4/16/08

Thin is in for Tucson solar energy firm 4/11/08

TEP bills rise to fund 'green' energy 4/11/08

Navajo Nation to develop wind energy 3/27/2008

More vendors go green as client demand rises 3/20/2008

Wal-Mart 'green store' cuts energy 3/18/2008

alking solar power ? on a big scale 3/18/2008

An Eco-Trend Moves Out of the Wilderness 3/16/2008

JCPenney Stores Become First to Earn New ENERGY STAR Retail Rating 03/30/2007

Building 'green' reaches a new level 7/26/2006


Green Important Links

Cali Bamboo

Energy Calculators & Software

Energy Savers: Tips

Energy Star

Household Hazardous Waste program

HUD PATH Web site

The Freecycle Network

SOLATUBE

Solar Energy Myths and Facts 

Tucson Clean & Beautiful Inc.

Tucson Recycles


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