WHY BUILD GREEN?

"Green building : the practice of increasing the efficiency with which buildings use resources -- energy, water, and materials -- while reducing building impacts on human health and the environment, through better sitting, design, construction, , maintenance, and removal — the complete building life cycle." (Wikipedia)

Reducing use of electricity and energy is one of the most important benefits of a green building. By increasing the use of green building practices there is a significant reduction in the use of energy consumption. Approximately one-third of all energy consumed in the U.S. is for heating, cooling, lighting and appliances in any building or home.  Due to the use of lower-toxicity materials in green buildings, it allows the occupants to enjoy healthier indoor environments while positively impacting all energy consumed in the U.S. Another benefit in building green is the fact that by doing so one can help reduce dependency on fossil fuels.

Benefits of Building Green:

Individual Benefits
Energy & Water Savings

Reduced Maintenance
Improved Air Quality
Positively impacting energy consumption

Regional Benefits
Regional Economic Development
Storm water Retention
Waste Management / Materials Recycled and Reused

Global Benefits
Forest Protection
Stemming Climate Change

If you are interested in learning more about green building or how Prestige Construction of Florida can assist you with your next green building project, please contact us.