Why Green

REASONS THAT GOING GREEN MAKES SENSE
There is a variety of reasons to go green, but
most come back to supply and demand. We
have a limited amount of resources available
and more and more people using them up. If
we want our future generations to enjoy the
same standard of living we've experienced, we
need to take action.
Green building is a great place to start, as
buildings consume 14% of potable water, 40%
of raw materials, and 39% of energy in the
United States alone (according to the US
Green Building Council). That's 15 trillion
gallons of water and 3 billion tons of raw
materials each year! If that's not enough to
convince you, here are some other reasons to
go green:
For The Environment
Want to make the world a better place?
Implementing green practices into your home
or office can help reduce waste, conserve
natural resources, improve both air and water
quality, and protect ecosystems and
biodiversity.
For The Savings
Want to make your dollar go further? Green
systems and materials reduce energy
consumption, which in turn reduce your energy
bills. They also increase asset value and
profits and decrease marketing time; making
your dollar go further for longer.
For Your Health
Want to live healthier? Green building isn't
just good for the environment; it's also good
for YOU. Sustainable design and technology
enhance a resident's overall quality of life by
improving air and water quality and reducing
noise pollution. According to a 2006 study by
the Center of the Built Environment, University
of California, green office buildings improve
productivity and employee satisfaction in the
workplace.
An abundance of green service professionals
and products are available to help you get
started. For more information, find an NAR
Green Designee in your market or begin
earning your NAR Green Designation today!