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‘Green homes’ is the term used to describe new construction and renovations of existing structures designed to use less natural resources, less energy, less water, and generate less waste. This idea is really catching on across America as standards are defined and entire prefabricated homes become available. The American Society of Interior Designers Foundation (ASIDF) and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) have developed formal best practices and education resources to help people find out all they can.

This new generation of green homes can also be voluntarily rated by the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) scale. These are guidelines for existing buildings or homes as well as new construction. None of these organizations actually endorse specific products – they promote the technology and discerning eye needed to make green choices.

A lot of new green homes are prefabricated and modular. Any tropical woods used should be certified by the Forest Stewardship Council – a non-profit watchdog group monitoring/promoting the responsible use of the forests of the world. Other green technologies include appliances, windows, doors and lighting with an EnergyStar rating.

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