Carls Jr Launches First Sustainable Restaurant

CKE Restaurants Inc., owner of restaurant chains Hardee's and Carl's Jr. announced that it has opened its first sustainable Carl's Jr.
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LED Lights and LEED: Do LEDs Need to Be Energy Star Qualified for LEED?

LED lighting does not need to be Energy Star qualified to earn LEED points. LED lighting can be used toward Energy and Atmosphere, Indoor Environmental Quality and Sustainable Sites credits.
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LEED and Energy Star: How are they Different?

LEED and Energy Star work together, and compliment each other, in various ways across several LEED rating systems.
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How to Claim the 2010 Tax Credit for Your Hybrid Hot Water Heater

A water heater tax credit is available that covers the both the purchase price and installation costs of a qualifying unit before December 31, 2010.
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Fairfax Green Building: What Property Tax Incentives are Available?

Ed answers a reader question about the green building tax incentives available in Virginia and other states.
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LEED vs. ENERGY STAR: When is Performance Verification Required?

David provides feedback on the energy verification requirements for green building certification under both LEED and Energy Star.
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Fuel Cell vs. Solar and Geothermal: What is the Best for Residential Energy Savings?

Sarah evaluates three popular energy efficiency options for residential use: Fuel Cells, Solar Photovoltaic and Geothermal Heat Pump Systems.
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Insulating Paint: Does it Really Work?

Do insulating paints really work or are they're just a bunch of hype?
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