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Over the past couple of years, most of the chain home remodeling centers have upgraded and are now offering a variety of environmentally friendly products in all of their departments. Home owners can now purchase low volatile organic chemical paints and varnishes and wood or wood replacement materials that are both high quality and long-lasting. There are now companies that specialize in renovation and innovative new home construction. Along with building materials, these companies are also helping home owners to lower their dependency on fossil fuels for their energy use. Whether those are moderate changes like installing a solar hot water heater or adding passive solar additions like larger windows or sky lights to bring in natural light and heat. Tinted windows are also an energy saver in the summer- keeping sunlight from heating up the home and increasing the power needed for air conditioning. Other passive eco-friendly ways to cut down on air conditioning is to plant more shade trees around the home that provide natural protection and add to absorb carbon and replenish oxygen levels in the air as well.