Just read this article and wanted to pass it along. In a recent Yahoo! Real Estate survey of current and aspiring homeowners, the so-called American dream home \u201cIsn\u2019t a supersized McMansion \u2013 it is a \u2018green,\u2019 energy-efficient home built with \u2018sustainable\u2019 materials that yield a lower carbon footprint. Or, more often, it is a home remodeled with energy-efficient appliances and eco-friendly home products.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The survey found, at at the top of the list, 50% of people consider green\/energy efficient appliances\/materials as a requirement of their dream home \u2013 it is more popular than perennial favorites such as \u201cbuilding a custom home\u201d (38%); \u201cwater views\u201d (38%) and \u201cmountain views\u201d (32%);<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The article goes on to say many eco-conscious homeowners , rather than build or buy new homes, \u201cseek to lower their carbon footprint by purchasing more energy efficient appliances or making other home modifications that may include the addition of solar panels to offset other energy costs.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As you can see being more aware of the environment is becoming more and more important to a broader range of people. That\u2019s why we believe so strongly in raising the issue about water powered sump pumps. A product that uses FRESH DRINKING WATER in a wasteful manner is not green. Water powered sump pumps are irresponsible when there are viable alternatives. We\u2019ve said this before, when shopping for a device to keep your basement dry, most manufacturers of water powered or water driven sump pumps also make battery backup sumps as well, which are more powerful , easier to install AND promote water conservation. Help yourself and the environment and stay away from water powered sump pumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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