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Green. Sustainable. Energy Efficient. High Performance. Environmentally Sensitive. Whatever you call it, the age of green buildings and sustainable real estate is here to stay. Per the USGBC, in the U.S. alone, buildings account for 72% of electricity consumption, 39% of energy use, 38% of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, 40% of raw materials use, 30% of waste output, and 14% of potable water consumption. The growing imbalance between the supply of and demand for the earth’s vital resources requires that everyone everywhere assess their carbon footprint and create a plan – no matter how big or small – to contribute towards solving this global crisis.
For any existing property or new construction project, our Green Building Services can help your company see beyond the haze and establish a Green Building business case with a clear ROI objective. The results are real: green buildings save money, consume less energy and fewer resources, and green building occupants are healthier and more productive.
And, green buildings are smart. We create enhanced value through energy savings, lower operating costs, reduced GHG emissions, and a diminished carbon footprint. Talk to us today about Sustainable Intelligence™ and we’ll help you establish a custom solution for your business that leverages your bottom line and gives you a competitive advantage.
Op2mize recommends these useful Green resources and links:
• www.usgbc.org
• www.energystar.gov
• www.eia.doe.gov
• www.eere.energy.gov
• www.aceee.org
• Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency
• Construction Carbon Calculator
• www.greenbiz.com
• www.greenamericatoday.org
• www.gogreenscore.org
• www.greenerfacilities.org
• www.sedac.org
• www.sustainablechicago.biz
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