Green Building Resources
The green building resources & information section provides everything you need to know about green building, green construction, green design, green building practices, green building materials and products, and other information that will enable you to make environmentally responsible choices when embarking on a building project, whether it is new construction or a renovation or remodeling project. Information is available about green building design & construction, grants, rebates, incentives & funding for green building projects, the LEED program, waste reduction, water & energy efficiency, sustainable development practices and more. Resource links in this section are primarily from government agencies and non-profit organizations and provide up-to-date information and resources on all aspects related to environmentally responsible building and construction, from the initial design and planning process through completion and post-construction phases.
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The American Institute of Architects is committed to the goal of reaching at least a 60 percent carbon emission reduction by 2010 and carbon neutral buildings by 2030. We can achieve that goal through the support of our architect members, who stand ready to provide invaluable counsel on re-claiming brownfields, renewing urban areas, and re-shaping the current landscape toward a more renewable future.
http://www.aia.org/walkthewalk/
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ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.
http://www.energystar.gov/
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DSIRE is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility, and federal incentives that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency.
http://www.dsireusa.org/
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EPA's GreenScapes program provides cost-efficient and environmentally friendly solutions for landscaping. Designed to help preserve natural resources and prevent waste and pollution, GreenScapes encourages companies, government agencies, other entities, and homeowners to make more holistic decisions regarding waste generation and disposal and the associated impacts on land, water, air, and energy use. This Web site provides information on GreenScaping and the GreenScapes Partnership program.
http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/partnerships/greenscapes/index.htm
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Home construction materials and building techniques have changed in the past several decades to become more energy efficient. Many new innovations are less harmful to our environment as well. By considering your building choices, you can easily increase the comfort, safety, and efficiency of your home without putting undue stress on our natural resources. By making your home "greener," you help to minimize pollution, protect the natural environment, and create a healthy, comfortable, non-hazardous home for you and your family.
http://www.consumerenergycenter.org/home/construction/gogreen.html
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Wind is a clean, inexhaustible, indigenous energy resource that can generate enough electricity to power millions of homes and businesses. Wind energy is one of the fastest-growing forms of electricity generation in the world.
http://www.nrel.gov/wind/
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This site provides resources on recycling and conservation programs and information.
http://www.wv.gov/environment/conservation-and-recycling/Pages/default.aspx
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Sustainable Architecture Module: Qualities, Use, and Examples of Sustainable Building Materials
http://www.umich.edu/~nppcpub/resources/compendia/ARCHpdfs/ARCHsbmIntro.pdf
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The WBCSD provides a platform for companies to explore sustainable development, share knowledge, experiences and best practices, and to advocate business positions on these issues in a variety of forums, working with governments, non-governmental and intergovernmental organizations.
http://www.wbcsd.org/templates/TemplateWBCSD5/layout.asp?MenuID=1
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Reducing climate impacts, saving money, and saving water – these are the goals of projects and programs that exploit the nexus between energy use and water use. Identifying approaches to integrate energy efficient practices into the daily management and long-term planning of the water sector also contribute to the long-term sustainability of water infrastructure by reducing operation costs and adding to a utility’s bottom line.
http://www.epa.gov/waterinfrastructure/bettermanagement_energy.html
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