A True Definition of Green Construction

We have all heard the term "Green Construction", but what does it mean? According to Michael Luzier, President of the NAHB (National Association of Home Builders), “...Builders and home buyers who have been confused by the many characterizations of green building in the marketplace now have clear, flexible, bona fide criteria defined under (a) new standard.” According to Luzier, “...under (this new) standard, there are options for Bronze, Silver, Gold or Emerald levels of certification that provide builders and remodelers with the flexibility to choose the certification level appropriate for their market and their customers.” The criteria for Green Building is broadly defined as, "building new homes in a manner that conserves resources...(and) can include numerous elements affecting virtually every aspect of construction" or "energy efficiency, water and resource conservation, sustainable or recycled products and indoor air quality." This standardization represents a very effective starting point but only SGBS meets the "True Definition of Green Construction" providing a better alternative.