What Does Green Building Cost?
The cost of Green Building is a rather complex subject and one that is often misunderstood as well.
It is important to consider the economic benefits of any Green Building project in relationship to the cost. The up front costs of a project may be higher, yet these costs are often balanced [...]
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Going Green with Construction – Insulation
There is a new trend in construction – building with environmental concerns in mind. In this article, we cover going green with insulation in a structure.
Insulation is one of the more urgent green issues in construction. Proper insulation can have such an important role in the reduction of energy waste [...]
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Austin Energy’s Residential Green Building Program
This Green Building Program rates new and remodeled homes using sustainable guidelines on a scale of 1 to 5 stars the more green features in the home, the more stars). A 3 star energy home is quite good and much more common than a 4 or 5 star rating.
Homes [...]
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Toxin Sources
Particulates
Lead
• Old house paint (especially made before 1950) found on interior and exterior of home; notably, window frames, window and door trim, railings, baseboards, radiators, walls
• Plumbing pipes and the service connection into homes (before 1950s)
• Solder used to join water pipes in modern homes
• Miscellaneous household items (ceramic pottery, lead crystal, hobby materials)
Asbestos
• [...]
In 2007 there were more green homes built, bought and sold in the US than ever before. And why wouldn’t there be? Green building techniques and standards have improved dramatically over the past decade, making environmentally friendly houses an attractive alternative. Consumers and builders are learning that a green home doesn’t have to be a geodesic dome or pit house, it just has to meet certain standards and be kind to the environment. Similarly priced and designed, today’s green homes also promise significant savings on utility bills, lowered maintenance costs, a healthier indoor environment and increased peace of mind. Naturally, all these benefits are also translating into a higher resale value when it comes time to move on.