Green Building Benefits and Barriers


The benefits of green buildings range from energy and water savings, to increased worker productivity, to overall environmental sustainability and conscientious use of local resources. Over a building’s lifetime, these benefits outweigh slightly higher average initial costs. Green buildings are gaining increased recognition, and a number of resources are now available for navigating permitting and construction procedures for green building.



 

Upfront Costs vs. Lifecycle Savings

Productivity and Health

Expanding Economic Markets

Natural Resources and Environment

Community Enhancement

Learning Curve