Why build green?
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- Energy Use
- Energy conservation; renewable energy systems, reduced use of ozone-depleting chemicals in HVAC systems, green power use
- ENERGY STAR-rated appliances such as copiers, computer monitors, printers
- High-efficiency lighting
- Occupancy sensors
- Water efficiency/conservation
- Bathroom and kitchen fixtures
- Materials and resource conservation
- Use of salvaged materials, recycled content materials, regionally produced materials, agricultural-based materials and certified wood products
- Indoor environmental quality
- Improved ventilation and indoor air quality
- Use of nontoxic finishes, paints, flooring and furniture
- Daylighting and views to the outdoors
- Thermal comfort
- Individual control of lighting and HVAC system
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