Green Building

Green building aims to reduce the negative impacts of our built environment on the planet. It takes into account every stage of a building’s lifespan, beginning with the sourcing of materials for construction and keeping in mind reusability at the end of a building’s life. Green building incorporates recovered or recycled materials, and materials that do not contain the toxic chemicals found in many conventional building materials. This leads to a healthier indoor environment, as do natural lighting and ventilation.

Compared to conventional buildings, many green buildings produce significantly less CO2, waste, and other pollution. Green building innovations range from the practical to the inspirational, and these BALLE network members have taken the plunge and brought some of these innovations home.

Click here to learn more about some of the green building entrepreneurs involved in local BALLE networks, including Bazzani Associates, the Green Building Center, and A-1 Builders.