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Sunday, April 11, 2010

How Green Are You? – Keys to Sustainable Construction | Ways to go green

How Green Are You? – Keys to Sustainable Construction | Ways to go green: "Dade County Florida’s Website reads that, “Sustainable building practices go beyond energy and Water Conservation to incorporate environmentally sensitive site planning, resource efficient building materials and superior indoor environmental quality.” The website lists five key benefits of sustainable construction that seems to concisely capture the “spirit” of the green building concept.

- Lower electric and water utility costs
- Environmentally effective use of building materials
- Enhanced health and productivity
- Long-term economic returns"


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