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Steve Thomas is the host of Planet Green's Renovation Nation, a program that focuses on making green renovations to homes across the country. In his regular column on PlanetGreen.com, Steve goes behind the scenes of the show and offers additional tips and insight on green renovation.
The most remarkable thing about New Orleans is the extent of the devastation. It's off of the news media's radar screen now, because it's been awhile since the hurricane and there is much bigger news on the front page, i.e., the economic situation.
The faith-based volunteer organizations like Catholic Charities and Habitat for Humanity have done a fabulous job in New Orleans. The volunteer effort there has made a tremendous difference in returning the city to some semblance of life. By and large, these organizations are very aware of green building practices and are building sustainable, green structures in places that once were trashed.
Anyone who wants to make a difference, personally, with their own hands should contact Habitat for Humanity, Catholic Charities or Americorps. These organizations are making a real difference in people's lives and in the green building movement. They are laudable organizations. I really admire what they are doing.
For more information on this episode, check out the Renovation Nation Episode Guide: New Orleans.
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