K E E P I N G Y O U R C O N S T R U C T I O N P R O J E C T “GREEN ”

G E O R G E H R U N K A P R E S E N T S :

Green Building is not a topic that will be leaving the realm of construction any time soon.

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When starting a project, there are a few different things you can do to make sure that your

construction is eco-friendly.

L O C AT I O N I S E V E R Y T H I N G

• One of the first things to consider when building is…where you’ll be building

• Avoid plots where your building would be west-facing

• West facing properties have limited daylight sun exposure

• That leads to an increased need for lighting and/or heating

K E E P M AT E R I A L S S U S TA I N A B L E

• As green-building and eco-friendly construction gain traction, it is becoming easier to find sustainable building materials

• Look for recycled and repurposed materials like lumber & glass

E N E R G Y E F F I C I E N T A P P L I A N C E S A R E W O R T H T H E I N V E S T M E N T

• Look for the Energy Star label when selecting appliances for your project

• Those appliances have passed EPA standards

• They are (usually) more expensive up front, but save significant costs in the long-term

Image via Wil Emling

R E M E M B E R I N S U L AT I O N

• Your insulation job can make or break the sustainability of your project

• 50% of a buildings energy consumption comes from temperature control

• Double check windows, doors, and ducts.

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