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Renovation Nation: Episode 2

Host Steve Thomas visits a family whose house is powered by the sun and actually generates more electricity than it needs. Steve then shows us a foam insulation made from sugar and corn, a countertop made of recycled glass and shells, and toxin-free golf balls.

New Heating system

Renovation Nation: Episode 1

Host Steve Thomas heads to Boston to help install a new energy efficient heating system including a super insulated envelope. Later, Steve is off to Seattle where he tours a finished home drenched in smart-water technology.

eco-smart décor using salvaged antique oak doors and vintage marble panels

Renovation Nation: Episode 3

Host Steve Thomas helps renovate a 150 year old home, using salvaged antique oak doors and vintage marble panels.He then tours a Manhattan loft designed with elegant, eco-smart decor and shows us an insulated wall that can take up to 44% off our energy bills.

installing a rainscreen made out of recycled paper!

Renovation Nation: Episode 4

Host Steve Thomas meets a family who is installing a rainscreen for its house - out of recycled paper!He then goes underground into a rainwater collection tank, shows us how organic plaster can reduce indoor air pollution, and tours a vegetative, green roof.

a super-strong steel roof that will outlast your grandchildren's grandchildren.

Renovation Nation: Episode 5

Host Steve Thomas spotlights two Broadway stars that are going green on a grand scale. He then beams onboard a solar-powered Earthship and checks out a super-strong steel roof that will outlast your grandchildren's grandchildren.

an old rag factory thats being transformed into a stunning, solar powered, eleven unit complex.

Renovation Nation: Episode 6

Host Steve Thomas nibbles on a kitchen counter made of cashews, checks out a chimney used for cooling, and visits an old rag factory that's being transformed into a stunning, solar powered, eleven unit complex.

solar roof paneling

Renovation Nation: Episode 8

Host Steve Thomas asks the question: is it a slate roof or solar paneling? Steve also visits some condo builders who are planting a roof garden to prevent flooding.

a drought resistant garden

Renovation Nation: Episode 9

Host Steve Thomas shines a light on an eco-smart solarium, a drought resistant garden and a prototype for the house of the future.

modular home building

Renovation Nation: Episode 7

Host Steve Thomas checks out the latest in modular home building and even jumps on an assembly line to put some pre-fabricated houses together.

prototype for the House of Tomorrow

Renovation Nation: Episode 12

Georgia Tech University unveils their prototype for the House of Tomorrow. Host Steve Thomas also checks out a pre-fabricated, modular house packed with cutting-edge ecoinnovation.

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show schedule

Thursday, October 16 / 11:00am

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Episode 7: Atlanta: Leaky House

Today, Steve checks out the latest in modular home building and even jumps on an assembly line to put some prefab houses together. Steve then shows us a factory that makes some of the most durable and fire-resistant insulation around.

Thursday, October 16 / 07:00pm

Planet Green

Episode 8: Venice Beach: Recycled Red Wood

Today, Steve asks the question: is it a slate roof or solar paneling? Surprise! It's both. A roof that'll turn your home into a power-house! Steve also visits some condo builders who are planting a roof garden to prevent flooding.

Friday, October 17 / 03:00am

Planet Green

Episode 8: Venice Beach: Recycled Red Wood

Today, Steve asks the question: is it a slate roof or solar paneling? Surprise! It's both. A roof that'll turn your home into a power-house! Steve also visits some condo builders who are planting a roof garden to prevent flooding.

 
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