According to the November 2007 issue of Builder Magazine, “a green-built home requires a comprehensive approach to land use, design, construction, and long-term operation without sacrificing its marketability or resale value.” At the same time, “one look at the checklist of almost any green building certification program reveals a wide range of choices – from rough framing through finishes – that help qualify a house as making a superior and sincere effort to reduce its impact on the environment.” |
