Green Programs: Buildings, Homes, Roads, Neighborhoods and More

Construction professionals are familiar with commercial green building projects and the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system.  But what some contractors may not know is that "green" is growing to encompass other critical infrastructure projects - including highway and local road construction, site selection, utility installation, and community planning on the whole.  There is more to LEED beyond offices, and there are green programs and resources beyond LEED.  This article provides a snapshot of the key green programs that may eventually influence all aspects of construction.  Click here for the complete article.