Cob Re: GBlist: collaborate on article

[Debra Lombard]

Hello!

What about pvc dust from breakdown due to heat and uv light, Does someone know
if that is a problem.  I have heard it is but do not remember the specifics?
debra lombard
green-haus
http://home.earthlink.net/~dlombard

ledbalon wrote:

> Keith I believe the dioxin problem is only a problem when it is burned....
> in use Pvc is pretty inert.
>
> SteveP
>
> Keith Breuker wrote:
>
> > I have been asked to write an article for a local alternative paper
> > called "Synapse".  The article is to be about my experiences building an
> > earthen plastered straw bale home in Northern Michigan.
> >
> > The theme of this issue of "Synapse" will be participating in government
> > to foster change.  I am looking for comments and experiences of you
> > listers regarding dealing with local code officials in your building
> > projects.  Also comments regarding development of greener building
> > codes.  All responses used in the article will be given credit to the
> > responder.
> >
> > Another aspect of the article will be encouraging education for home
> > builders regarding green and not so green options.  I remember a recent
> > comment about PVC linked to dioxin.  Is there a reliable source for that
> > information that I could use?
> >
> > Thanks for any help you can offer.
> >
> > Keith
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