Green Buildings
- Require less energy to operate.
- Conserve water.
- Use materials with a low environmental impact.
- Generate less waste.
- Are durable.
- Are comfortable and healthier for its occupants.
- Cause the least impact on the environment.
Green Building Certification Programs
- Energy Star
- Green Globes
- NAHB (National Association of Home Builders)
- U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)/LEED