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No - not the color; I mean environmentally-friendly stuff :). If you're considering installing a pool or have one, there are some pretty simple things you can do to make your backyard swimming hole a little more earth friendly.
De-icing is a major and recurring task for many people in the Northern Hemisphere. While it's important that our roads, driveways, footpaths and sidewalks are safe, we need to spare a thought for the environment in regards to de-icing activities.
Heating water for the home is a real energy sucker. Perhaps a water heater blanket might save you a few bucks on electricity or gas bills - and your dollar saving will be a saving for the environment too.
Particle board, or chipboard is a very common material used in the construction of houses and furniture. It's cheap to buy and is very useful, but components of it can be highly toxic.
If you can afford the initial outlay, roof insulation is an absolute must for all houses and environmentally friendly insulation is available that will not only cut down on your heating and cooling costs, but also your impact on the earth.