"Green" or "sustainable" buildings use key resources like energy, water, materials, and land more efficiently than buildings that are just built to code. The LEED ™(Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System is the national standard for green building. It is a voluntary third-party rating system where credits are earned for satisfying specified green building criteria.

Qualification Method

Low Emitting Materials Rapidly Renewable

FSC Certified Recycled Content

Local Materials SCS Certified

Such products include, but are not limited to:

With customers demanding more energy-efficient and environmentally-sound building solutions, it looks like green building is here to stay. Green, or sustainable, building has exponentially gained popularity over the years, particularly in California and the Pacific Northwest where people tend to stress environmental responsibility.

Not just for the pro-environment zealot, green building has a little something for everyone. With its energy and money saving potential, the rest of the country is beginning to catch on. As sustainable products and practices continue to move from the fringe and into the mainstream of residential and commercial building, architects and builders aren’t missing a beat in keeping up with the latest green building trends. Today, whether you’re a retailer, supplier or building professional, offering sustainable products and services is a must for keeping ahead of the competition.

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