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Rainwater Collection System

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Wet SystemThis method involves locating the collection pipes underground in order to connect multiple downspouts from different gutters. The rainwater will fill the underground piping and the water will rise in the vertical pipes until it spills into the tank. The downspouts and underground collection piping must have water-tight connections. The elevation of the tank inlet must be below the lowest gutter on the house.

http://www.watercache.com/education/rainwater-how/

Glazed Treads (Stairs)

http://sweets.construction.com/Manufacturer/Walker-Glass-NST152467/products/Acid-Etched-Anti-slip-Glass-NST48813-P

Traction is an all-glass flooring solution, using no coatings, paints or appliqués susceptible to chipping or flaking off. The slip resistant properties of Traction glass are entirely derived through acid etching, whereby portions of the glass surface are removed to varying depths by a controlled process. The result is attractive and durable anti-slip surfaces, characterized by striking designs. The unique combination of opacity and translucency provides for full privacy, while still allowing for maximum circulation of light between floors.

Twizy Automobile http://www.autotrader.co.uk/used-cars/renault/twizy/used-renault-twizy-brockenhurst-fpa-201509156932060?logcode=p

With a top speed 97 mph you'll be styling and sustainable in this fully electric, lithium ion battery powered pocket sized coupe. An 80% charge (manufacturer recommended) of the battery will last you the majority of your workweek, and charging is as easy as plugging a simple 3 prong plug into your wall at home. The industrial plug has been ditched for a basic 3 prong, for ease and allows you to charge anywhere along the grid! This feisty little scamp boasts enough room for 2 people! As far as price, this pre-owned Twizzy is cost effective and a great picture of just how far the electric car industry has come.

HSS 6x6 (Structural Member)http://www.samuel.com/en/Products/Pages/Steel-Structural-Shapes.aspx

Samuel, Son & Co., Limited is one of the largest processors and distributors of Carbon Structurals, Bar, Beams, HSS (Hollow Structural Sections), and Pipe products in North America, with facilities located coast to coast.

Container 6x8x20 & 6x8x10http://www.containerwest.com/

Shipping containers provide a flexible and cost effective solution for additional warehousing and storage space in almost any industry. In addition, our engineering department and modifications team at our 30,000 sq. ft. manufacturing plant can design and build custom enclosures or portable buildings to meet your specific requirements.

Solar Panels http://sweets.construction.com/Manufacturer/SolarWorld-USA-NST153286/Products/Sunmodule--Solar-Panels-NST66423-P

Positioned between glass on both front and back, solar cells are optimally protected against environmental factors such as water intrusion. Cells also are less susceptible to shear stress, thereby reducing cell breakage. Even with a second pane of glass, Sunmodule Protect solar panels remain lightweight, at about 46 pounds – the same as the Sunmodule Plus glass-film panels. They include the same sturdy aluminum frame and reliable junction box with connectors. Therefore, the Sunmodule Protect is compatible with the same traditional mounting systems as the Sunmodule Plus.

Composite Toilet http://www.homedepot.ca/product/sun-mar-excel-bone-electric/904031

No water or sewer connections requiredNo PollutionNo OdourCertified & Listed by NSFHelps you better control your water consumption and use only what you need

Drywall Sheets http://www.certainteed.com/BuildingResponsibly/Products/Gypsum_Sheathing_BBUL

•CertainTeed Gypsum is committed to resource conservation:• The face and back paper used for our gypsum board consists of 100% recycled paper.• Synthetic gypsum, derived as a by-product of the desulphurization of flue gases at coal-fired

power plants, is used at plants where sources are available.• The total recycled content is 99% for CertainTeed Gypsum wallboard products using

synthetic gypsum.• Several of our other plants are incorporating approximately 20% post-consumer gypsum

board construction waste into their production processes. In addition, in-plant scrap is recycled back into the process.

•Our gypsum board, finishing compound and joint tape manufacturing locations can provide regional material coverage throughout North America.•Although green building rating systems do not currently address emissions for all building materials and their effects on indoor air quality, finished CertainTeed gypsum board products have very low reportable VOCs and will not affect indoor air quality.

Insulation (R.40) http://www.certainteed.com/products/insulation/fiber-glass-insulation/batts-rolls/340425

CertainTeed Sustainable Insulation is made of fiber glass that consists of rapidly renewable content, a high percentage of recycled glass, and a new plant-based binder that has no formaldehyde, harsh acrylics, dyes or unnecessary fire retardants added.

Geothermal Unit http://www.carrier.com/residential/en/us/products/geothermal-heat-pumps/

Geothermal heating an cooling solutions are prized for their efficiency. These all-in-one 'forced-air' or 'water-to-air' systems can provide comfort to your home more efficiently than any other type of ordinary system

Wind Turbine (Majority of Power Generation)http://www.xzeres.com/why-small-wind-energy/

Wind Energy Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions. According to the American Wind Energy Association, on average, each MWh of electricity generated in the U.S. results in the emission of 1,341 pounds of carbon dioxide (CO2), 7.5 pounds of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and 3.55 pounds of nitrogen oxides (NOx). Thus the 10 million MWh of electricity generated annually by U.S. wind farms represents about 6.7 million tons in avoided CO2 emissions, 37,500 tons of SO2 and 17,750 tons of NOx.