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As I read through all sorts of resources on homes & homeownership, I often come across articles that provide a lot of great information that we all can use as we take care of our homes – and in some cases – outbuildings. Here are three articles from Ecotech Solar’s blog that may interest you: […]

With hope for a strong economy and potential interest rate relief ahead, opportunities remain especially promising for veterans and buyers purchasing outside Bellingham and Mount Vernon city limits, where USDA loans and zero-down programs offer lower rates and a more affordable path to homeownership. For veterans or buyers purchasing outside Bellingham city limits who qualify […]

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provides billions in incentives for home energy upgrades; here is the latest 2025 information for homeowners in Washington state.  A Whole House Energy Savings Retrofit program: $64M in program funds that must be used for a bundle of measures that when combined reduce energy usage by at least 20%. An Energy […]

As spring is in full swing and as summer approaches it is the perfect time to talk about sustainable landscaping and what your plans may be for your yard this season. Whether you will be revamping, or just doing maintenance, let’s focus on eco-friendly, climate smart choices, and water conserving practices. The goal is to […]

I recently attended the Green Building Slam in Bellingham, WA; there were six amazing presentations that I thoroughly enjoyed listening to and learning from. Topics included: Building with Hempcrete – a natural, biodegradable, and nontoxic building material made from hemp and lime. Misconceptions, misinformation, and reasonable concerns about the solar industry. Larrabee Springs: One of Washington’s […]

I would really like to start off by wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season. Whether you are fighting the shopping crowds or the Mt Baker ski crowds, sitting in front of a blazing fire or standing in front of the stove cooking glorious meals, I wish you a season filled with lots of love […]

We spend a lot of time in our homes!  According to the EPA, 93% of our time is spent indoors and our indoor air quality can be five times more polluted than the outdoor air. And now with fall here and winter coming we’re inside even more! That means we should be taking charge of creating a […]

As we hear the news of Helene and Milton, and have our own deluge of rain, I wonder if we are all prepared for the stormy, wet, cold, weather ahead? And, what this weather brings? Taking steps now will ensure we are safe, warm and protected from the elements. It will also ensure that one […]

I sit here on a cold rainy day in September, wondering what has happened to summer. Now that the kids are back in school,  it’s the perfect time to make greener choices in all sorts of areas. Discover all the awesome choices right here in Whatcom County at local retailers like Pumped or Living Pantry who offer items […]

Following up on my recent blog post concerning electrification, I want to remind you that the government is paying all of us to do the right thing, right now, with the Inflation Reduction Act Home Energy Rebate Program that is available for energy efficiency and electrification retrofits/upgrades. I spoke to someone recently who had their crawl […]