Green Building

When we think of “green building,” we often focus on the structure’s energy source and imagine a building that utilizes solar panels or perhaps wind turbines. But true green building goes much deeper than that. It utilizes processes that are resource efficient to create structures that are themselves environmentally responsible. Green building practices span the entire life cycle of a structure, from its siting, design, and construction, to maintenance, renovation, and demolition. Any type of building can be a green building, including homes, schools, offices, commercial space, and healthcare facilities.

Green Building Fact Sheet

 
Relevant Links

A Guide to Residential Green Building in New England
EPA New England Green Building Resources
US EPA Green Building
Energy Star
US Green Building Council
Green Home Guide
NH Sustainable Energy Association

   
Relevant Lending Library Publications

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

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