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An Introduction to Green Homes (eBook)

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Synopsis

An Introduction to Green Homes provides an overview of the many programs, organizations and products that are fueling the current surge in environmentally responsible building and remodeling.

This earth-friendly initiative includes:

Detailed descriptions of LEED and Energy Star green home and product certification programs

Information on popular green home products and features such as energy-efficient appliances, toxin-free flooring and insulation, and vegetated roofs

Updates on environmental organizations that are leading the way in sustainable building, including the U.S. Green Building Council and NAHB Green

Detailed case studies focusing on various attributes of green homes

Insights on how green features affect the value of homes

Methodologies that can be applied to measure this increment of home value