What is Green
You're Reading About: GreenFAQ.Q: I’ve heard about “green” but I’m not sure what it is. What does green mean?
A: Green buildings are high performance buildings, which typically maximize use of:
• Free natural resources (natural daylight; passive cooling & heating, natural ventilation)
• Energy efficient technologies
• Locally made building products
while conserving natural resources and minimizing the use of environmental toxins.
In short, building green means improving our design and construction practices so that buildings will:
• Last longer
• Cost less to operate
• Be more comfortable
• Help us live longer, healthier lives
while minimizing environmental impacts to the earth.