Green Building is a term used for a wide variety of building techniques. We believe that green building should include the following principles:
Designing and building for energy efficiency
Renewable energy
Use of non-toxic or less toxic materials and products
Re-use/ Recycling of materials
Waste reduction
Durability of material
Utilization of local products
Consideration of environmental impact in manufacture of materials
Sustainability in production of materials
Utilization of home-site features
Seeking green remedies for existing problems
Non-toxic pest control, including termites
Rainwater collection
Affordability
