| Written by Bright Future Staff |
Problem: Developers tend to undervalue efficiency in
the designs they use. Usually efficiency measures are seen as
costs rather than as benefits. Consequently most buildings waste
large amounts of the energy used to heat, cool and power households and
commercial buildings. Solution: As more attention is
given to companies that build structures that are efficient and
environmentally friendly the more consumers and business owners are
likely to chose there kinds of builders. The creation of the
Green Building Awards by the National Association of Home Builders
(NAHB) has initiated competition among builders to come up with designs
and building methods that are more efficient and friendly to the
environment. The builders recognized below have come up with
structures that exceed current building standards by a considerable
margin. These builders have proven that considerable progress can
be made in the efficiency of the structures that are built using
existing materials and technology.
"Their commitment to green building isn't just good for the
environment, it is also a model for other builders, architects and
programs to follow." |
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