Go Green: How to Build an Earth-Friendly Community (Paperback)

by Nancy H. Taylor (Author)
Key Phrases: green schools, carbon footprint, United States, Save Water, Energy Solutions (more...)

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I have over the last 2 years been trying harder to live in sustainable way. I have increased my recycling efforts, and bought a Civic hybrid. I've been more aware of my energy (light/appliance) consumption. I have left my career in the mortgage industry in pursuit of a career in anything environmentally based, but particularly, in Photovoltaics. I've been doing a lot of reading, and a lot of research.

This book is the perfect guide to getting started, or in my case, to moving forward. I feel motivated - much more so than I already had - to become an actively environmentally conscious member of my community. I'm planning already to pass this book along to the members of my condo association to see if I can convince them to install solar panels to our flat roof. And to talk about converting our water heaters. I will forever buy my produce local from the many farmers markets in my area.

Thank you, Nancy, for putting together such a comprehensive and inspiring guide to being green. -- Kristy Andres, Reader

Product Description
Go Green is an indispensable resource for those among us who are ready to stop talking the talk and start walking the walk! There is a huge movement already underway towards going green, living sustainably, and creating a smaller carbon footprint. This book provides the means to do so. Homeowners, students, professionals and elected officials can all learn valuable solutions to save money, energy and combat global warming. Go Green offers user-friendly suggestions for individuals, schools, hospitals, businesses and communities.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 168 pages
• Publisher: Gibbs Smith (January 14, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1423603877
• ISBN-13: 978-1423603870
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #376,947 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Going Green Made Easy, July 28, 2008

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It seems that "green" is the buzz word in today's culture and "go green" is a popular slogan. This book by Nancy Taylor will help the novice environmentalist get their feet wet. If you are at all interested in helping to "save the planet", Go Green will help you to find out ways you can move forward and do your part.

Some of the topics that are covered are:

~Remodeling an existing home to be healthier and more energy-efficient

~Choosing the right transportation to influence the future

~Buying local, organic, sustainable food

~Conserving water at home and at the office

You will also learn what a carbon footprint is...something that I didn't know!

It is easy to read and very helpful. If you want to explore the topic of living "green" than this is a great book to start with.