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Here are just a few or our favorite links that can give you more information on philosophies which we hold true. This includes environmental materials and construction, topics on energy conservation, better urban planning, and architecture that inspires.
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The SDRG is a book published by the Committee on the Environment (COTE) at the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Denver Chapter. The book was originally published only in print, but is now available in its entirety on the web. This is an excellent resource for all types of sustainable construction, catering primarily to the front range area. The book is organized by the 16 CSI devisions and is easy to navigate. The SDRG is currently being updated. |
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| Built Green |
Built Green is a program sponsored by the Home Builders Association (HBA). The website has information about how homes qualify for the Built Green Designation and a list of contractors and certifiers that are members of the program. |
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| Energy Star |
Energy Star is a program from the federal government's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that encourages energy efficiency in everything from computers and appliances to homes. The 'homes' section of the website has information about making homes more energy efficient, why it matters, and lists of contractors that are members of the program. |
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| Colorado Renewable Energy Society |
CRES is a local chapter of the American Solar Energy Society (ASES). Their website has information about the organization, the events that they sponsor, and how to join. They also have an extensive list of links to other great sites. |
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| American Solar Energy Society |
The ASES website is a great place to find and order information about all different kinds of solar energy. |
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| Colorado Sustainability Project, Inc. |
The Sustainable Colorado website is a clearing house for information about sustainable design and construction in Colorado. There is a good list of 'best practices' projects here in Colorado, and they have a good list of links. The site is still growing... |
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| Rebuild Colorado |
Rebuild Colorado is a program from the Governor's Office of Energy Management and Conservation, and is a part of the Rebuild America program. They will help with free consultant services on multi-family and public projects, plus information for any other project. |
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| Building Science Corporation |
The Building Science Corporation is a group of people who are working to make our buildings more energy efficient and environmentally sustainable. Their website has information about construction materials and techniques to accomplish this. Their FAQ sheets are excellent. |
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| The Not So Big House |
The Not So Big House concept started as a book by Sarah Susanka. There is now a second and third book and a website. The website has information about what a Not So Big House is, why we should want one, and a list of architects who subscribe to her theories (Ewers Architecture is one of those listed). The site is extremely well organized and includes many useful links. |
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| Congress for the New Urbanism |
The CNU is a great organization that is fighting against the sprawl that has become so prevalent in suburban America. The website lists their beliefs and how to get more information about this important movement. |
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