Economics
Increased productivity from a more comfortable and healthy working environment, combined with the ongoing cost savings from reduced energy and water consumption and lower building maintenance costs make green building economically viable today. Considering that energy and maintenance costs only seem to be increasing every year, the dollar return on investment to owners and tenants over the long-term can be huge. Tax benefits that are now available pertaining to new technologies incorporated into these sustainable buildings provide added investment returns.
Sustainable buildings are not only viable…they are profitable! The inherent value to the building occupants and the tangible cost savings will translate into higher net operating profits, premium long-term values, and ultimately, better long-term return on investment than traditional buildings.
Case Studies
As Green as the Grass Outside, Barron's December 25, 2006