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backyard living conservation |
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At Backyard Living we take energy and water conservation seriously (Commitments).
Although no backyard is the same as the next -- every property has areas which need a fresh look at energy and resource conservation.
Our local experts are NE Florida professionals and can help you develop your site's potential. (References).
Review information on asset protection, sustainable materials and good stewardship. (File Library).
Visit community demonstration projects on environmental & natural resource planning (Demo List) |
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water savings |
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We display products and technologies which apply water conservation techniques to outdoor living spaces. We provide research and study resources to assist professionals and the general public to evaluating these techniques. References and digital information is provided at the Backyard Living Outdoor Showroom site. |
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energy savings |
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| We display products and technologies which apply energy conservation techniques to outdoor living spaces. We provide research and study resources to assist professionals and the general public with evaluating these techniques. Specific attention is given to solar and integrating alternative energy with home improvement products. |
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| waste management |
- Every effort is made to capture and reclaim waste material.
- Backyard Living Recycling Centers provide locations and information about home improvement recycling benefits
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regulation |
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Backyard Living management practices conform to or exceed all local, state and federal regulations. In addition, many of the products are produced by leaders in the sustainable building industries. |
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certification |
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Backyard Living will review all product certifications for validity, accuracy and timeliness. Displaying a trade or professional certification which is not verified will be noted and recorded by our showroom management. |
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local delivery & freight savings |
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We strive to use local professionals and services. All else being equal, freight efficient practices are no-brainers. |
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clean waterfront reviews |
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Water conservation is a Backyard Living priority. The TECHBlue Center, Jacksonville, Florida has developed an indpendent review process to verify products and construction methods at the waterfront. Backyard Living subscribes to this process. |
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recycle - reclaim - reuse |
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Backyard Living provides a selling platfrom for used and consignment backyard equipment. A portion of the proceeds from these products is donoted to designated community non-profit causes. Current Consignment Bargins |
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cost savings |
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Backyard Living provides assistance for all customers seeking information on energy savings and water conservation. Environmental and energy saving programs which provide how-to guides, energy calculators, tax advantages, vendor discounts and other incentives are routinely reviewed. |
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education & outreach library |
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We provide an exclusive sustainable home improvement library of environmental information. Resources are available which are specific to the southeastern U.S., North Florida and the Jacksonville area. Files for download are indexed in Acrobat pdf format at our Backyard Conservation File Library. |
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conservation DEMOS |
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Demonstrations for community education. These example methods help protect and conserve natural resources. We develop Learning Laboratories as review areas for LOCAL testing facilities, regulatory agencies and trade industry professionals. Ongoing demonstrations include:
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Demonstration projects are developed with the assistance of NE Florida site planning and environmental professionals. We form local alliances to promote the study of applications and solutions to property owner problems. |
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> Go to Reference Library |
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