Overview
Save Money and Live Healthier through Eco-Friendly Interior Design
Syllabus
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- Introduction to Sustainable Design
-- Understanding Sustainability
-- Benefits of Eco-friendly Design in Daily Life
- Energy Efficiency in the Home
-- Conducting a Home Energy Audit
-- Energy-efficient Appliances and Lighting
-- Understanding and Reducing Phantom Loads
- Water Conservation Techniques
-- Low-flow Fixtures and Sustainable Plumbing
-- Rainwater Harvesting Systems
-- Greywater Recycling
- Improving Indoor Air Quality
-- Sources of Indoor Air Pollution
-- Use of Green Plants for Air Purification
-- Choosing Low-VOC Materials and Furnishings
- Sustainable Materials and Resources
-- Identifying Eco-friendly Building Materials
-- The Role of Recycled and Upcycled Materials
-- Sustainable Sourcing and Supply Chains
- Designing for Natural Light and Ventilation
-- Planning for Daylighting
-- Effective Use of Natural Ventilation
-- Benefits of Passive Solar Heating
- Waste Reduction Strategies
-- Composting and Organic Waste Management
-- Recycling Best Practices
-- Minimalist Design Principles
- Sustainable Landscaping and Outdoors
-- Xeriscaping and Native Plant Gardens
-- Creating a Wildlife-friendly Landscape
-- Sustainable Outdoor Structures and Furniture
- Financial Incentives and Grants
-- Identifying Local and Federal Energy Incentives
-- Calculating Return on Investment for Eco-friendly Upgrades
-- Applying for Grants and Financial Support
- Case Studies and Real-life Applications
-- Analyzing Successful Sustainable Homes
-- Learning from Community Initiatives
-- Personal Improvement Projects and Workshops
- Course Conclusion and Future Steps
-- Implementing Learned Strategies
-- Setting Personal Goals for Sustainable Living
-- Continuing Education and Resources in Eco-friendly Design
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