Buildings are actually responsible for more greenhouse gas emissions than cars. But simply weatherizing houses and businesses can reduce their environmental impact and lower energy bills. That's why organizations such as the Community Environmental Center in New York are providing subsidized weatherstripping and insulation to homeowners—and creating new "green jobs" in the process. Everyone wins.

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