Sustainability and Green Building

Sustainability and Green Building

Explore NAHB’s dedicated section on Sustainability and Green Building. Learn about eco-friendly construction techniques, green certifications, and resources for building sustainable homes.

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Updated Water Certification Matrix Tool Spotlights Water Efficiency Programs

NAHB's Sustainability & Green Building team has recently updated its Matrix of Water Efficiency Rating Systems to reflect developments over the past few years and provide more detail on water use planning. The matrix provides information on applicability, requirements, costs and scope for these certification programs.

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Overview of Sustainability and Green Building

High performance building incorporates sustainable construction techniques, green building materials, and designs to minimize a home's impact on the environment.

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Green Building Tools and Research

From videos to expert Q&As to checklists and toolkits, NAHB offers myriad resources to help educate and prepare builders for success in green building.

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Green Certifications

A number of green building programs exist to certify the level of home’s performance. Learn more about these programs, including the National Green Building Standard.