Constructing a Sustainable Dwelling

Whether or not the reader is constructing a brand new dwelling or doing a minor transform, a home-owner wants a framework by which to information their selections. These selections are primarily based on values, and the creator posits that there are actually solely three causes to go inexperienced:

• For Our Well being: By constructing extra sustainably, we scale back our publicity to dangerous chemical substances and toxins.
• For Our Wealth: By constructing a extra sturdy dwelling and being extra environment friendly with assets like water and electrical energy, we scale back our month-to-month utility payments and ongoing upkeep bills.
• For Our Soul: Collectively doing the correct factor for our planet does make a distinction—and that’s soul-nourishing.

The inexperienced constructing motion has produced tons of of “how-to” books and web sites which might be crammed with tips on inexperienced constructing and what owners ought to do to go inexperienced. Whereas useful and informative, relating to making precise buying and set up selections, these books don’t make it any simpler for a home-owner to prioritize in opposition to a price range. Right here, Melisssa Rappaport Schifman shares her information and expertise for others to make use of of their journey towards a greener way of life.