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The foundation of every building begins with the construction process.  Green construction is done with materials that are either recycled or certified to produce less harmful effects when incorporated into a building's design.  Here we will provide information about why it is important to build Green as well as methods on how to do so effectively.  One of the important aspects of building green is planning in advance.  With proper planning before initiating building projects, construction of Green Buildings can be just as simple, and in most cases easier, than traditional buildings.  However, as greening becomes a more regular part of life, almost all new construction has aspects of Green Building.

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Going Green

Green Group Glossary

Green – The term “green” means to be environmentally friendly. Going Green means making the conscious choice to value the connectedness that we have with the environment. By understanding...

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Going Green: What does it really mean?

If you are like many who have seen the various commercials, products and services marketed as “Green”, you have probably wondered: “What does “Green” really mean?”  With the differing labels,...

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Energy Conservation: Making the World Environmentally Friendly

As the American economy has begun to go through a period of uncertain change and energy consumption prices rise, people all over the world are beginning to look for green...

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Water Conservation

Seventy-five percent of the Earth’s surface is covered by water. And only a small percentage of that water is fresh and able to be utilized as safe drinking water.   Water...

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