What
is Green or Sustainable Building?
The
term green building refers to designing new or renovating
old buildings to increase performance and enhance the experience
for people who work, live and play in these structures. The
term green building is often used interchangeably with sustainable,
high performance, or healthy building.
A Green building::
Makes a building healthier
Saves energy and reduces waste
Reduces negative climate impacts
Reduces material use
Protects the site
Uses low-impact materials
Saves water
Maximizes longevity and durability
Recycles existing buildings and sites
Increases a building's value
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