Environment Support

THE NEED TO GREEN EXPANDING COMPANIES

With the advent of advocacies like energy efficiency and green architecture, previously existing design and construction practices are now considered to be ineffective. Typical buildings have high electricity bills, not to mention negative effects to employee health and wellbeing, and environmental degradation. Building owners are starting to realize the necessity of greener designs as standards or regulations for increased energy efficiency and resource conservation.

But why do these expanding companies really need to establish green practices in their construction and processes? Because buildings have an average lifespan of 50-100 years, designing new buildings should be meticulously done, in such a way that energy efficiency and sustainability are maximized. Besides being more economic in the long run, it is the corporation’s duty to construct offices and run systems that are environment-friendly.

Fortunately, there is strong business sense to make a company’s building structure and processes green. Although more costly upfront, green building saves money throughout the total lifecycle of the business. Studies also show that green buildings improve occupant productivity. It is important to realize that by grasping a deeper understanding of green, companies can take full advantage of opportunities to advance the company’s general productivity, quality control, and internal procedures.

Another reason why expanding companies should establish green practices in their construction and operations is client value. Green practices can positively be used to attract clients and business opportunities. An increasing number of clients are seeking for products and services that are sustainable and energy efficient. An increasing number of consumers purchase products and services from companies that are environmental advocates and have ecological friendly systems. And, to some degree, consumers may even boycott those companies that do nothing at all to help protect the environment.

In the U.S., buildings account for 12% of the total water consumption, 39% of total energy use, 70% of total electricity consumption and at least 38% of carbon dioxide emissions. Clearly, buildings use up a lot of resources and contribute significantly to global warming. It is our duty to protect the environment from any current harm and other imminent dangers, particularly because we are threatened by the consequences of climate change. Green building is fast becoming a top trend in architecture; considering the many economic and environmental benefits of green buildings, joining the bandwagon doesn’t seem so bad.

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