Green to earth, Good to your wallet.
Have you ever dreamed of having a house that will be ecological and economical?
Yes, Sustainable construction is an intelligent construction. It is environmentally friendly and
economic. Building materials that are sustainable and green permit to achieve reduced imprint on the
environment along with reducing utility expenses. This can not only help the planet, but increase
property value and find buyers that appreciate environmentally friendly building. It is a win- win
situation.
In focusing on such aspects as sustainability in your construction work, you would have a good chance
to create a better future .In this case; we will now see how eco-friendly building can help construct a
more profitable and friendlier to the environment future towards contractors and owners and to the
world.
Benefits for Builders:
Increased Demand:
Increased number of people is in need of sustainable buildings and hence builders have opportunities
to get new clients and multiply their business ventures. In a survey done by National Association of
home builders, 75 percent of the homebuyers mentioned that energy efficiency was an issue that had
to be taken seriously when buying a new home.
Builders who provide green facilities to growing numbers of customers stay in the game.
Cost Savings:
The cost of construction can be minimized by use of sustainable construction methods because
wasted material can be minimized hence saving materials. According to a study that was conducted
by the American Institute of Architects, it stated that sustainable design has the potential to lower the
costs of construction up to 10 per cent.
Thus, less waste of material and smarter planning brings more money to your pocket.
Government Incentives:
Governments offer incentives where they credit or grant the construction companies that engage in
sustainable practices. US Federal Government can be taken as an example which provides a tax credit
to builders of up to 2000 dollars when they build energy efficient houses.
Benefits for Owners:
Lower Utility Bills:
Energy saving materials and energy efficient building can not only save energy, but also help reduce
the cost. With a change to smart HVAC, LED lights and insulated building envelopes, owners can cut
energy usage by 20-30 percent, so they can recoup the initial cost within a few years. This translates
to more money in your pocket and not those of the utility companies.
Increased Property Value:
Buyers and renters prefer sustainable buildings and the property value rises. The green buildings will
have more buyers and renters who will be ready to pay a premium around 10 percent over the
ordinary buildings. As the need to have sustainable spaces grows, it can present an intelligent
investment in making a profit on the long run by constructing in an eco-friendly way.
Healthier Living Space:
The use of sustainable building will enhance better indoor air and lower the chances of health issues.
The indoor air is usually much more polluted than it is outside on it, sometimes up to five times as
much. The green buildings utilize harmless paints, natural resources as well as improved air
circulations systems to ensure that the air remains clean in the building. This can assist in minimizing
headaches, allergies and breathing issues, making houses and offices healthier and pleasant.
Savings to the Planet:
Light carbon-footprint:
Sustainable construction also lowers emissions and energy consumption of greenhouse gasses aiding
in climate change.
Green buildings may reduce CO2 emissions by as much as 34 percent as compared to conventional
buildings (World Green Building Council), and thus every project will make a step forward to fight
climate change.
Saved resources:
(Green building also helps to save the natural resources e.g. water and energy).
Green buildings will save 40 percent of water use, and save valuable natural resources that will last to
future generations through smart solutions such as rainwater harvesting and solar systems.
Less Waste:
Sustainable construction minimizes the environmental impact of an activity by creating cleaner
construction and promoting the recycling of materials.
Green construction makes it possible to recycle materials and think smarter about planning, diverting
as much as 90 percent of the construction waste to landfills, and reducing its environmental impact by
an enormous amount.
Conclusion:
Green building is a WIN-WIN.
Sustainable construction is a clever method of building amongst builders, owners and the planet.
Sustainable construction will also result in a more profitable and more environmentally friendly future
by avoiding waste and proactive reuse of building materials and utilizing energy-efficient systems and
eco-friendly construction materials. It is like a win-win scenario that will benefit all.
So,
Make the next project leave a legacy–not a footprint.
