How to plan an eco-friendly remodel without overspending
By: Annie Millerbernd Of Nerdwallet, The Associated Press
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Last Modified: 6:34 AM CDT Wednesday, May. 12, 2021
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FILE - In this July 21, 2020, file photo, a homeowner tours their new home, in Washingtonville, N.Y. You don’t have to overspend on a remodel to make it eco-friendly. Whether you’re redoing the kitchen or making specific changes to lower your utility bills, there are inexpensive, sustainable ways to keep a small footprint. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)