Denver was the location of the latest EcoBroker conference. Over 300 real estate professionals attended two days of sessions where we discussed the latest innovations in green technology available to home buyers. Many of the sessions were led by industry experts from Finance to Green Manufacturers and Innovators. It was a thrill to be with a group of like minded individuals from the US and Canada. One of easiest changes we learned to improve indoor air quality, which is usually about 4 times more polluted then outdoor air, is the simple addition of easily found plants which filter the air effectively. The best plants to include in your home include: Palm Bamboo, English Ivy, Gebber Daisies, and Peace Lili. However, should you have pets or children always check out the toxicity of any plant you add to your garden or home.
One of the most interesting things I found among the suppliers was a restorer of wooden windows. This was of particular interest to me because my home has all of its original wooden single pane windows from the 1920's and I'm in the process of restoring them. Her simple solution is install small therma-panes by routering out a little of the wood. It is a simple and perfect restoration. I'm going to try and convince one of local window people to do this work.
There were countless other interesting developments, and as I go over my notes, I'll keep you informed. If you every have question please just email me, and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.
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