Energy Efficiency in Planning
As of 2000 there were nearly 116 million residential buildings in the US, with over 1.8 million more built annually.
As of 1999 almost 4.7 million office buildings existed, with approximately 170,000 new buildings constructed each year.
According to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), residential and commercial buildings alone account for more than one third of US greenhouse gas emissions. What’s more, total electricity consumption is expected to increase by 1.6% per year. That is significant given that here in New England electricity is roughly 40% more expensive than the US average. By incorporating energy efficient design and products into our homes and building we can not only save money, but also reduce pollution.
New England Green Building Resources
US Green Building Council, Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design
NH Office of Energy & Planning
Green Building Products, GreenSpec Guide
Green Building Project Planning & Cost Estimating, R.S. Means
Residential Green Building Guide, US EPA
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Nashua Regional Planning Commission
9 Executive Park Drive, Suite 201
Merrimack, NH 03054
Phone ~ 603.424.2240 | Fax ~ 603.424.2230