There was a time when it was the norm to go out in the yard and pull fresh vegetables up from the soil. At some point over the years, we moved from the goodness of homegrown vegetables toward processed foods and microwave dinners. Now consumers are becoming more aware of the financial value of growing…
Go Play A Round The Worlds Best Golf Resorts and Greens “Nothing contributes more to the popularity of golf than its almost endless variety. No two courses are the same, even though they may be similar in character; no two shots are alike, even though the same distance has to be accomplished.” – John L.…
Taking green living to new heights, this stunning Encinitas home on Neptune Avenue is about to become LEED Platinum-certified by the U.S. Green Building Council. Boasting three bedrooms/3.5 bathrooms, it features high-performance Loewen doors and windows, Miele Energy Star appliances, a solar hot water heater, FSC-certified wood for cabinetry and flooring, low-flow Hans-Grohe fixtures, and…
With longer, hotter summer days comes an overuse of air conditioners, wasted lighting, and heavy watering. Despite popular belief, summer does not necessarily equate to lower energy bills. But there are some simple methods, as well as long-term solutions, for saving money on utility bills. “People overlook easy fixes,” says Soheil Nakhshab of Greenwise Solutions,…
A recent San Diego City Council vote to support Mayor Jerry Sanders’ budget cuts could result in the potential loss of one of San Diego’s most cherished achievements; a loss of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding; no more educational programming or guided hikes; and no restored habitat for wildlife, in addition to risking…