Why Go Green?
From the
Green Building Council:
The built environment has a profound impact
on our natural environment, economy, health,
and productivity.
In the United States alone, buildings
account for:
• 72% of electricity
consumption
• 39% of energy use
• 38% of all carbon dioxide (CO2)
emissions
• 40% of raw materials use
• 30% of waste output (136
million tons annually)
• 14% of potable water
consumption
What's In It For Me?
Environmental benefits:
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Health and community benefits:
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