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Eco-consciousness is the new black, and everyone is jumping on the solar-powered bandwagon. With marketers taking to environmentalism like white to rice, it can be hard to differentiate between what’s actually green and what looks green. When it comes to something as significant, not to mention costly, as building or renovating a home, it’s important to make informed decisions. To steer you clear of green wannabes, we’ve compiled a list of the best green building and renovation blogs on the Internet. Now go forth, and go green.
[Jetson Green](http://www.jetsongreen.com/)
Jetson, a daily-updated blog, documents the overlap of modern design and environmentalism. Posts cover everything from houses made of shipping containers, to plans for a vertical garden in NYC, to reviews of the latest in green (that’s eco-friendly) paint. Jetson keeps you up-to-date on the coolest buildings, and the latest news in green architecture.
[Superuse.org](http://www.superuse.org/)
Superuse is a one-stop, user-generated, portal for the environmentally chic. It is described as “an online community of designers, architects and everybody else who is interested in inventive ways of recycling.” Readers are encouraged to submit posts on topics including “small commodities, furniture, interiors, buildings and reuse on urban scale.” This blog’s gallery-like design makes it the perfect place for gleaning inspiration for your own home makeover.
[Renovation Resources](http://renovation-resources.blogspot.com/)
Renovation Resources gives straightforward advice to existing homeowners looking to make the transition to green. You wont find any bells or whistles here, but you will find sound advice on the best flooring solutions, conserving energy, and building with alternative materials.
[Mud Woman](http://mudwoman.wordpress.com)
Learn by example with Mud Woman, a.k.a. Liz, a blogger dedicated to building her own home off the grid. She chronicles her own quest to build a Cob home, or in her words, a home made of “dirt and straw and clay and water.” Liz is obviously immersed in the eco-movement, and her approach may not be for the hobbyist, but Mud puts the difficulties of building green in perspective.
[Reclaimed Home](http://reclaimedhome.com/)
Reclaimed Home takes a NY-centric approach to green blogging. Its author a self-proclaimed “DIY homeowner,” started the blog after 12 years of renovations. She understands that greening your home can be hard on the pocket book and reflects that in her editorial choices. Reclaimed Home is a virtual treasure chest for enviro-enthusiasts.
[Daily Danny](http://dannyseo.typepad.com/)
Danny Seo is the Martha Stewart of green living. In fact he’s so popular that he’s appeared on Stewart’s radio show multiple times. But it’s not all napkin holders and centerpieces for Danny. He knows how to get his hand dirty and teaches you how to do the same. Seo proves that with a little hard work, you can go green in style.
[Green in Harlem](http://greeninharlem.com/)
Green in Harlem follows one couple’s journey through the renovation and restoration of a brownstone in Sugar Hill, Harlem. The home’s owners provide first-hand accounts of the challenges of staying true to a home’s original design, while implementing sustainable methods.
[Re-Nest](http://www.re-nest.com/)
Re-nest features the latest in sustainable home renovation and building for the stylish homeowner or architect. Though it is not solely concerned with building or remodeling—the site also covers home décor and other green living topics–their pieces on these subjects are among the most informative and up-to-date on the web.
[Green Building Elements](http://greenbuildingelements.com/)
Green Building Elements is the Encyclopedia of green construction. Its team of writers unearths the best products, the biggest projects, the hottest talents, and the latest rules and regulations in green construction. Whether you’re looking for an alternative to granite counter tops or just trying to make a connection between Blade Runner and Earth Day, Green Building Elements has it all.
[LEED Pro](http://leedpro.blogspot.com/)
LEED Pro (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) provides a professional take on the complicated World of green building. Ari Meisel, an accredited LEED consultant, uncovers the latest methods and materials for building a low-impact home with the precision of a pro.
