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Why build green?

Green building strives to improve design and construction practices, so buildings built today will last longer, cost less to operate, and create healthier and more productive environments for workers and residents.

The recent surge in green building has created a new and robust market for design and building professionals, and those firms that understand and embrace this movement stand to profit in many ways.

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Green Depot Partners With Good Housekeeping on Green House

The Good Housekeeping Green House

Green Depot supplied materials for the renovation of Good Housekeeping's landmark Green House, located in Harlem in NYC. A LEED-certified project, the Green House was constructed using sustainable systems and materials, including UltraTouch Natural Cotton insulation, non-toxic paint, and solar panels on the roof - which will generate 80 percent of the energy used in the home. Other features include a water-saving toilet, an energy efficient tankless water heater, and floors made of recycled wood and bamboo.

You can tour the house in person on Saturday, August 2 and Sunday, August 3, from 11am-6pm. Proceeds from the open house will go to plant trees in Harlem. More info.

Certifications FAQ

Q: What is LEED®?

The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System™ is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high-performance green buildings. LEED was first developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in 1998 as a way to encourage the development and implementation of green building practices. LEED has become the pre-eminent green building rating system in the U.S.

Q: Is LEED the only green building certification program?

No, there are a number of green building certification programs today besides LEED. These include ENERGY STAR, American Lung Health House, National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), Green Building Initiative (GBI), and more.