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Invest in the Future: Eco-Friendly Commercial Constructions

Creating something new is the hallmark of the future, and with commercial construction, we expect our creations to be around for years to come. It’s important that we focus on going beyond the simple creation of a place to house businesses or people, and trend toward building structures that both complement the existing environment and will be eco-friendly and sustainable for years to come. Let’s explore a few elements of eco-friendly commercial construction that will help you both save the earth and even save some money.

  1. What is Green Building?

Green building has several different elements you must be aware of. First, green building requires building methods and materials that are environmentally friendly. You must also carefully consider the location of the construction, to ensure your construction has a positive impact on the environment and surrounding area. Ultimately, with green construction, you want to focus on using sustainable materials and adding a lot of earthy elements and natural light. You can tell which companies are emphasizing these elements by looking for sustainable building practices, high-performance building processes and references to green building in general. 

  1. Advantages of Green Building

Of the many advantages of green building, there are a few that you might not have considered.

  • Green building creates a healthier work environment for construction workers and those involved in the building process, and those who eventually use the structure. The healthier the environment, the more productive the environment.
  • Green building means using more sustainable materials in the building process, designed to have a smaller impact on the environment and also designed to last for longer periods of time.
  • Green construction will help future tenants save money by incorporating more energy saving elements, affecting current and future natural resource consumption.
  • Green building often results in optimized maintenance over time. Upgrades and repairs are less expensive, as they require the same green materials.
  • Those who purchase or rent based on green construction standards often report a higher standard of living and quality of life, due in no small part to better natural lighting and a more naturally peaceful environment.
  • Finally, green construction produces far less pollution and trash in the construction process. Waste reduction will always have a special place in the hearts and minds of the eco-friendly.
  1. 2022 Trends for Commercial Construction

The cost of green construction is going down, with more companies producing materials and more thought going into sustainable building practices. The construction industry is focusing heavily on elements like solar power, which reduces reliance on coal and fossil fuels in the long term. A less expensive option is investing in energy saving windows, which will reduce energy costs associated with energy waste. Other companies are creating and selling eco-friendly pipes, valves and other systems to reduce water waste. Finally, the construction industry is trending toward less reliance on plastics that could cause air and toxin issues. Some even go so far as to incorporate vertical gardens in their construction – in short, green construction is in vogue, and promises to remain there in the long term.

  1. High-Efficiency and Low-Emissions

Did you know that the construction industry, on a global scale, is responsible for 23% of total CO2 emissions? It’s no wonder that green construction is trending and growing. Forward thinking cities around the world are starting to focus on high-efficiency and low emissions by replacing old, diesel-powered machinery with more eco-friendly options. Government agencies are encouraging this type of reform by setting eco-friendly construction guidelines, or offering tax rebates for those choosing to go sustainable. Green construction is also gaining ground by focusing on using more sustainable materials, and trending away from things like plastics.

Investing in your future should be something you do daily, so building is no small part of that lifestyle. With the massive amount of building happening around the country and world at the moment, it’s critical that we all do our part to keep things healthy, fast and sustainable. For those who want to emphasize and focus on eco-friendly practices and sustainability, green construction is the trend of the future with no sign of decline. Do your research carefully when considering buying or renting, and support the businesses who are walking the walk, instead of just talking about green construction and sustainable living.

Photo by Lily Banse on Unsplash.