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Information
Green building, or sustainable design, is a growing movement
throughout the United States. The federal government and many state and local governments
are discovering the benefits of green building not only to the environment but also to
their bottom line! Examples of states and local governments that have issued ordinances or
mandates for green building in future public buildings include: Pennsylvania; New York;
Seattle, WA; Boulder, CO; San Francisco, CA.
Green building is the idea of designing, constructing, and
operating buildings in ways that minimize environmental impacts. It incorporates energy
efficiency, water conservation, waste minimization, pollution prevention,
resource-efficient materials and indoor air quality.
The Hamilton County Solid Waste Management District (District)
advocates green building as it reduces waste going to landfills, conserves natural
resources, reduces pollution, and uses recycled-content materials. To further the green
building movement in Hamilton County, the District develops publications, sponsors
workshops, and has staff available to assist the building industry in pursuing
construction of green buildings.
Cincinnati Green Building Chapter
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