Buildings have a profound effect on the environment, which is why green building practices are so important to dramatically reduce those impacts. Buildings in the United States account for a large amount of land use, energy and water consumption, and air and atmosphere alteration. Green building is the practice of increasing the efficiency with which buildings use resources — energy, water, and materials — while reducing building impacts on human health and the environment, through better siting, design, construction, operation, maintenance, and removal — the complete building life cycle.
Benefits of a green home include lower energy and water bills; reduced greenhouse gas emissions; and less exposure to mold, mildew and other indoor toxins. A green home uses less energy, water and natural resources; creates less waste; and is healthier and more comfortable for the occupants.
At Eaglewood Village it is our goal to incorporate green building practices in development. It is important to start incorporating green practices from early site planning all the way through construction and beyond. We are striving to meet LEED standards for residential construction, as well as the Energy Star designation for all of our residences. LEED for Homes is a rating system that promotes the design and construction of high-performance green homes. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.
