Carbon Emissions

Upgrading to Energy-Efficient Windows

When was the last time you thought about your windows? Let’s be honest, it’s probably been a while. You may not pay attention to the windows in your home until energy bills spike or you feel a draft. But as part of what the industry calls your “home envelope,” your windows play a big role …
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Carbon Emissions

The Home Depot Celebrates ENERGY STAR® Day

October 9th marks ENERGY STAR Day, a global event promoting energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. At The Home Depot, we’re committed to helping our customers make informed choices that reduce their energy consumption and environmental impact. The Home Depot has a long history of partnering with the U.S. EPA’s ENERGY STAR program to help our customers save …
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Carbon Emissions

J.D. Irving Sawmills Make the Switch to Biomass

J.D. Irving, Limited, (JDI) is an integrated forest products company based in New Brunswick, Canada. JDI forests supply The Home Depot’s eastern stores with lumber. While JDI is a leader in ecological forest management practices, they are quickly becoming a leader in clean energy. The company has begun investing in biomass boilers to aid in …
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