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Green or Sustainable building is a whole systems approach which maximizes resources and reduces the impact on the environment to create a healthier living space through design, construction and operation.

Green Building is now looked at as an option. Some of you have heard of it and it sounds like a good idea. As we move into the future it will become the standard as resources become more precious. Don't be left behind. Use this site to help you "green up" your building or remodeling project. If you are building a new home get involved early and incorporate green into your design. You don't have to build new to use these principles. Start in your own home now. Weatherize by adding insulation, air sealing or replacing windows or replace your incandescent light bulbs with compact florescent bulbs. It's easy and it makes sense!

The future holds many challenges for us. Energy, natural resources and the environment will need to be considered more than ever. Some of you will take to this with a passion and incorporate it in all phases of your project while others will green up a few areas of theirs. If everyone just does a little we can make the world a better place.

Look for the Home Star Energy Efficiency Bill or "Cash For Caulkers" its nickname. Read more. This bill has passed the house and is expected to pass in the senate. The only catch is that law makers are not sure how they are going to pay for it. The bill has two parts. The Silver Star, which could provide rebates up to $3,000 and the Gold Star which takes it a step farther and provides up to $8,000 in rebates.