Welcome Climate Advocate The climate may have just found its most effective advocate in the Pope. Will climate deniers succeed in diminishing his message, or will his brave and direct missive inspire global action?

Clean Home Water Water purifiers used to be considered an after-the-sale amenity for homeowners. But with greater buyer awareness of water issues, your clients will appreciate a home with water quality in its bones.

The Amazing Power of Plants Science programs have been showing us carbon nanotubes for years. Now there are techniques that may make plants into solar collectors and/or bomb or pollution sensors.

Smart Sprinkler Saves Water The Rachio Iro smart sprinkler controller saves water and money by automatically adjusting for changes in weather and seasonality. Check out the video showing how it works, and enter to win a system for yourself or your home buyers here.

Baby Steps to True Value Appraising real estate to “highest and best use” is a real estate appraisal cornerstone but now the option for "most fitting use" is a welcome change.

Green Goings-On Looking to network with like-minded, green building professionals? Check out our Green Goings On listing, which is regularly updated with information about important upcoming green conferences and events.