Rick Hunter is a green homebuilder. He believes that green is the future of building.
“People are getting excited about green collar jobs. They make people happier about what they’re doing. And you can earn a living.”
Rick uses green products in new construction and renovation. Solar panels in the picture save energy.
What other jobs can be green?
List some construction products that can be green.
Why are green products better? Browse a hardware catalogue and look for better alternatives. Bring some construction products to the classroom and discuss their environmental impact.
Don’t forget, no matter what the smog index is outside, the inner air quality is always worse.
YOUR INPUT…
What green company could you start? What name would you give it?
Write an ad for your company.
GROUP WORK
A. You want to renovate your living room. Make a list of better alternatives for your healthier living and energy conservation.
B. You live in a building. Make a plan how it can be upgraded to be greener.
You are looking for an apartment. Narrow down the list to three that you will consider. Explain your choice.
� It is large and cheap, near a gas station.
� It is near a park, the windows don’t open.
� It is on 22nd floor, it overlooks the lake.
� It is Bullfrog powered, has recycling facility.
� The size and price are attractive, far from the TTC.
� It is reasonably priced, furnished with furniture that you don’t like.
� It has wall-to-wall carpets in all rooms and a daycare in the basement.
� It is near a gym and library, has no parking.
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