While browsing through Flickr for some inspiration; I came across Eco Lofts. If you live in Atlanta area and are looking for a stylish Eco abode to call home; I think you found it here. Although it’s located in what you would call suburb of Atlanta, these Eco-conscious condos are starting at less than $200,000 for two bedroom loft. Unheard of in places like New York City or Miami, and you will also get southern hospitality which I have always been a fan of.

Atlanta is an up and coming city. It’s great that they are trying to go green too. These lofts are powered by renewable wind energy that’s clean and very green. Kudos to Eco loft for promoting alternative energy source. I LOVE the modern amenities and love that you don’t have to sacrifice style to be more green.

The environment is a hot topic these days and it’s almost becoming fashionable to worry about looking after the planet. There are so many different ways to be a little greener, such as recycling, cycling to work, reusing plastic bags, reducing food miles and turning your gadgets off rather than using standby. Even growing your own fruits and vegetables is making a comeback among young families, rather than being a recreational activity for garden enthusiasts.

Manufacturers are recognizing that consumers are very much interested in products that are better for the environment. And therefore there is a growing market in all market sectors relating to green products. Consumers are interested in products that are not only environmentally friendly, but products that have been made using eco-friendly manufacturing techniques. Products made from recycled materials have long been desirable, but some governments are offering financial incentives to businesses that use recycled materials.

If there’s ever been a better time for innovation in green technologies, it’s now. Not only are companies set to secure revenue from the patents on green technologies, but the kudos from doing so will put companies in the limelight. Having a huge publicity stunt using green technology is a sure-fire way for a business to gain some attention from potential customers.

Even financial institutions are beginning to offer current accounts and investment products where money is only invested in business is with ethical practices. Companies with a zero-carbon footprint, non-exploitative employment records, investments in alternatives to fossil fuels and other green initiatives are seeing huge growth. The huge growth in these companies is highly attractive to investors It’s becoming obvious that green and ethical businesses are good investments for the next five to 10 years. It’s anyone’s guess how long such growth will continue, but certainly large gains in the next 10 years would be likely. Read the rest of this entry »