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Sustainable design is an intention, a state of mind,
a way of being at home


A sustainable system is a living space which continues by virture of the fact that it does not use up resources faster than they can be naturally replenished.

By using more efficient building materials and building methods, and more efficient operating systems in both residential and commercial construction projects, we can reduce consumption and waste production by as much as 60%.

The Earth, after all, has finite resources and we each have to do our part.



Sustainable Design Resources

DSIRE: a comprehensive source of state, local, utility, and federal incentives that promote renewable energy efficiency.

Guiding Principles of Sustainable Design

Passive Solar and Energy Efficient Home Design

Get the SEIA Guide to Federal Tax Incentives for Solar Energy

U.S. Dept of Energy - Energy-saving choices for homeowners


A sustainable building materials database and design tool for the environmentlaly & socially responsible designer, builder and client.

Northwest Earth Institute is a national leader in the development of innovative programs that inspire people and organizations to protect the Earth. Their programs emphasize individual responsibility, the importance of a supportive community, and the dual need to walk lightly on - and to take action for - the Earth.

Green Building Resources
Energy and water savings, reduced environmental impact, and healthier indoor air are what make a building material green - find out more!

10 Tips for greening your home


What is ENERGY STAR?
Energy Star is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. Download the EPA's Energy Star Guide (pdf).

Explore these green home building topics:

Products, design and construction guides, best practices, performance reports and case studies, field evaluations, questions and answers, and more



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