Go Green, Save Green
Posted: March 1, 2011 by Edwina, Category:Sustainability
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President Obama’s Plan for Better Building has been getting a lot of buzz lately, especially in the green community. Legislation and new initiatives to support sustainable building are always welcome, but Obama’s plan brings to light an important aspect of green building that is often overlooked.
The effects of sustainable building extend well beyond creating a space that consumes far less energy and CO2 emissions. The plan outlined by the White House estimates that businesses will save approximately $40 billion annually in reduced energy bills. Think about what an extra $40 billion in the pockets of businesses could mean. More funds to hire new workers, more budget available to invest back into businesses and more opportunities to explore new and innovative technologies. In turn, a large influx of companies making the switch to sustainable building practices will not only enhance a burgeoning industry but push our country further to develop even more advanced sustainable technologies.
Creating energy efficient buildings does not have to be a huge ordeal or an immense line item expense. The more companies take the next step and make better buildings a priority, the less budget gets allocated to unnecessary energy costs, and the faster we can move towards sustainable communities.
