6 Life-Changing Green Products for the Home

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Want to go beyond recycling to improve the environment? Check out some of these amazing new green products that will change the way you live.


Smart House, There's an App for That | The Audiocom Group's integrated energy installations allow homeowners to control their HVAC and lighting systems right from an iPad. They can even set parameters on energy use to cut consumption; and installations can be retrofitted or built in. The Audiocom Group, Norwalk, 203-552-5272, theaudiocomgroup.com.


A responsible shower | Shower responsibly with ROHL's ECOModern showerhead. It exceeds the Environmental Protection Agency's standard by .75 gallons per minute. $75, available through Klaff's, Norwalk, 800-552-3371, Danbury, 203-792-3903, klaffs.com, rohlhome.com.

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Energy that pays you back | Installed in the Riverside home in "Power Play" Blueprint Energy Group's home energy system generates electricity at around 90-percent efficiency. Heat is made as a byproduct and can be used to warm your home, helping the system pay for itself after about four years. CP10WN Micro CHP Unit, Norwalk, 888-459-4975, blueprintenergygroup.com.


Breathe Easy | The Houseware Design Awards "Green House" winner is the Fresh Air Kitchen Compost Collector. It allows oxygen to flow through organic kitchen waste to cut down on mess and odor. $29.99, fullcirclehome.com.


Clay With Your Walls | A healthy and sophisticated alternative to paint or wallpaper, clay plasters finish any interior with nontoxic, natural materials. The surface acts as a buffer for moisture in the air, inhibiting growth of molds and toxins. American Clay, installation available through CT Custom Clay, 203-414-2928, ctcustomclay.com.


Efficient Cleaning | Miele's S6 Jasper Canister Vacuum is light (under ten pounds), super quiet and uses 25% less energy. Now that's efficient. $519, 866-694-5851, mieleusa.com.


Mold Resistant Paint | With major light reflecting power, Lime Paint is naturally resistant to fungus and mold growth, making it perfect in kitchens and bathrooms. Plus, it's made with pure, non-toxic ingredients. Unearthed Paints,unearthedpaints.com.X

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