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'Going green makes green,' Utah broker says

TOT | 4:50 p.m. March 18, 2008

You know what would be REALLY green? Tear down the building and let grow some of the natural local plants. Then have the broker park his BMW and start riding a bike. Now THAT"S green!

Alexander Lofft | 7:23 p.m. March 18, 2008

Actually, tearing down a building that still has useful life is not necessarily green, and rehabbing it takes less energy than building new (and usually costs less, thereby yielding better returns on the investment).

As for the BMW, alas, I have thought about it, but a bicycle with a side car is not the best way to show clients around industrial sites. It is, however, more fuel efficient than most luxury vehicles, and with synthetic oil that lasts twice as long as petroleum based oil, it is a step.

Lots of little steps and we can circle the globe!

TOT | 8:46 p.m. March 18, 2008

aGREED! Rehab the old ones and stop builing new ones. You don't need a side car. They can ride separate bikes! I'm impressed that you know a little about synthetic oil (BTW: I do know how to rebuild an engine). You're kidding me though, you really drive the cliche BMW?

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Alexander Lofft | 11:48 a.m. March 19, 2008

I really do, a convertible so I can enjoy the mountain views! Tightest ride I've ever enjoyed - has 103,000 miles on it and feels like it's just getting broken in! I must also admit to owning a scooter (4 stroke engine so cleaner burning) which hits about 65 mpg but only goes up to about 45mph (safely). Good local area vehicle but not much room for passengers. Got a jolly roger seat cover so I can hang with the Hogs. Check out EcoMoto on State St... they now have some cool electric scooters that look more like bullet bikes. That'll be my upgrade!

TOT | 1:55 p.m. March 19, 2008

I've been going to EcoMoto for a few years now. You have a good sense of humor. I used to work in your industry and you are an exception to the norm.

Alexander Lofft | 6:31 p.m. March 21, 2008

You too, TOT - good, fun dialogue!

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