Affordably Green
Hybrid cars and organic foods often cost more, so green building projects must be more expensive than conventional construction, right? Not necessarily.
Some green building options do cost more upfront, but save money over time through reduced heating, cooling, water and maintenance costs. And some green building options just cost less right from the beginning.
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If you want the "just costs less right now" option, start with recycled materials and Resource-Efficient Design and Construction practices.
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Many green building products and services cost more than the conventional alternative--but only if you don't look past the purchase price. Homeowners can recoup that cost and more from green practices that lower operating costs. Builders have
tax incentives for their homes to meet certain energy efficiency standards--and distinguish themselves from the vast number of conventional builders that don't speak green.
Tax credits are available to homebuyers, too.
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Content updated on 12/31/2007
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