Tag Archives: sustainability

Scotland Promotes Community Owned Renewable Energy

Posted on 2 May 2013 by gregorypauljohnson

Summary. Community Energy Scotland is one of many groups advancing sustainable energy initiatives in Scotland. From their website: We believe that communities can become stronger, more self reliant and resilient by generating their own energy and using it efficiently. We provide education, … Continue reading →

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Small House Living and Tiny Home Communities – Presentation by Cheryl Martin with Host Greg Johnson (Video)

Posted on 6 April 2013 by gregorypauljohnson

In the video below, Cheryl Martin of SkylineProjectManagement.com discusses a presentation on small house living and tiny house communities. Hosted by Greg Johnson of SmallHouseSociety.com and ResourcesForLife.com. Below is a sketch of the Napoleon Complex small house community planned for … Continue reading →

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AT&T Bigger is Better Campaign

Posted on 22 March 2013 by gregorypauljohnson

AT&T recently launched an advertising campaign promoting the “Bigger is Better” message. Below is one of the videos from the campaign. At a time when we need to be living simpler, smaller, and more sustainably, this message seems to be … Continue reading →

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Chico Sling rePETe Bag is Reusable and Made From Recycled Materials

Posted on 26 December 2012 by gregorypauljohnson

Summary. The Chico Sling rePETe Bag shown here is reusable, light weight, and compact for storage when not in use. [Buy Now] It’s Green. It is made from 99% recycled materials. Comfortable. The wide shoulder strap spreads weight evenly for a … Continue reading →

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University of Iowa Information Technology Facility Achieves LEED Platinum Certification

Posted on 25 June 2012 by gregorypauljohnson

The University of Iowa Information Technology Facility located on the Oakdale campus is the University’s first building to achieve LEED Platinum certification. The facility is 43,000-square-foot and cost $30 million to construct. [source] Engineering Firms. Involved in the project were the … Continue reading →

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Engineering Companies in Iowa Providing Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Chemical, and Process Services

Posted on 25 June 2012 by gregorypauljohnson

Summary. This page offers a brief listing of top engineering firms with engineers who provide Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Chemical, and Process services. Purpose. Because ResourcesForLife.com works with architectural and property development companies in eastern Iowa, we offer this list to our … Continue reading →

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Iowa City to Receive Habitable Mixed Media Art Installation from Moen Group

Posted on 12 April 2012 by gregorypauljohnson

Housing | Art Summary. Iowa City is scheduled to receive another habitable art installation from the Moen Group. Constructed of mostly recyclable materials similar to those used in an Apple computer, such as metal and glass, the structure will reflect the sky and … Continue reading →

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Sustainable Operations Summit – New York City – 2012

Posted on 17 February 2012 by gregorypauljohnson

Environment Summary. The Sustainable Operations Summit is the premier forum for leading organizations to share best practices that benefit both the environment and the bottom line. The 2012 summit will bring together some of the world’s brightest minds in sustainability … Continue reading →

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Curitiba, Brazil – Sustainable Urban Eco City

Posted on 10 October 2011 by gregorypauljohnson

Effective Living | Activism > Environment Summary. In 2010, Curitiba, Brazil was awarded the Globe Sustainable City Award which was set up to recognize cities and municipalities which excel in sustainable urban development around the world. “The City of Curitiba … Continue reading →

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Iowa City Gets Much Needed Makeover – The Art of Flipping a City

Posted on 5 May 2011 by gregorypauljohnson

Effective Living > Iowa City City Flipping. The term flipping a house refers to buying a home that’s in need of repair, fixing it up, and then selling it at a huge profit or simply enjoying a beautiful like-new home … Continue reading →

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