November 2008 Archives

Green Building Job Training Catalog

California Green Solutions is building a robust catalog of professional training courses and certification programs offered by private companies and colleges.  You will find this robust catalog covers business law, construction, human resources...as well as engineering and green building...and more. 

Visit the Green and Sustainable Job Training Catalog at:  CaliforniaGreenSolutions.com

Solar Energy in Obama's Energy Plan (slideshow)

Renewable energy is a high priority for President Elect Obama.  His jobs program emphasizes rebuilding the infrastructure, including roads and bridges, schools and weatherizing homes.  This slideshow synthesizes the energy priorities established by Obama during his campaign and in the days of the transition. Renewable energies, including solar figure prominently in his energy plan.


Obama Energy
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Solar Sensor Light - Flood Light

Solar Sensor Light - Flood Light
The bright 20-Watt quartz-halogen bulb, has no lumens, similar to a 75-Watt, will last over 2 years and lights instantly at even the coldest temperatures. An adjustable sensitivity control reduces false triggers by your cat, a raccoon, tiny UFO's, etc. The unit mounts easily to wall, fascia, soffit, or roof eaves. No wiring or electrician required. Has a 14-foot cord on solar module for best sun exposure. Extra battery capacity allows up to two weeks of operation without sun. The Solar Sensor Light comes with mounting bracket, hardware and bulb included. Replaceable battery and bulb. 7""H x 7""W. Extends 7""from wall.

The solar-charged detection circuit automatically turns on the light to welcome you when triggered by heat or motion at approximately 30 feet, then turns off after you leave the area. This can also make it effective in deterring prowlers.


Solar Powered Street Address Sign

Solar Address Light A light that runs on the sun! At night, they can see your address!

This light is great! It helps friends and emergency services find your house! Easily visible at night and during the day.

Solar powered-no wiring. No electrical installation. No digging up the lawn, No electrical costs.

Automatically goes on at night and off in the morning! Rugged weatherproof construction

1.5hrs of sun = 1 full night of illumination!

Profit from the technology of tomorrow today! With the new solar powered house number light! Made of durable ABS plastic, Sun-Mat is completely weatherproof and clearly identifies any address up to 5 digits. Bright blue 4"numbers which are easily visible from 500ft. Pinpoint exact location for emergency calls, deliveries, etc.  Only 1.5hrs of sun each day will keep it  illuminated all night! Can be mounted (hardware included) or staked in to the ground with the included 16" stake.

Green Home Environmental Store
"Green home, Inc. first started in 1999 and has continued to succeed as the longest lasting environmental store and resource center on the internet. Located in the Richmond District of San Francisco, our main office is still technically in the original garage space, although there is a mystical spaceship atmosphere within the garage as we suspend ourselves in the endless universe of the internet in search of better ways to improve our planet." :-)

Greenhome.com