• Install Energy Star efficient appliances
• Use low VOC house paint
• Use recycled content materials
• Use rapidly renewable products such as bamboo flooring
• Install engineered wood
• Landscape with low water drought tolerant plants to minimize irrigation use
• Install energy and water efficient irrigation systems
• Install green seal certified windows and doors
• Foam insulation which can save up to 50% on energy bills
• Solar water heaters
• Compact fluorescent lighting
• Computer controlled vents that pull in fresh air

Though it can take a little more work and research on the part of the builder and homeowner because of all of the new products and technology that is now available, the pay off can be huge. A green building will:

• Provide a healthier and more comfortable environment
• Improve long term economic performance
• Reduce construction and demolition waste
• Bring a higher resale value
• Improve indoor air quality
• Reduce environmental impact
• Are easier to maintain and are built to last

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