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Why Build Green?
Our mission has always been to construct long lasting buildings which conserve energy and are healthier for the inhabitants and the environment. Building green is just common sense: good insulation, tight, effcient homes, using exposure to the sun and energy-saving components. We achieve this without costing more than conventional building.
Building green doesn't have to cost more. It actually saves money in operating costs and increased performance of a home while creating a healthier environment for the occupants.
How can Greene Construction implement green building practices while fulflling the demands for luxury second homes?
Encourage installation of air exchanges for healthy indoor air quality.
Energy studies to increase the overall effciency and take advantage of solar gain and window placement.
We recycle 80% of our waste including wood, sheet rock, cardboard, paper and metal.
Use low flow V.O.C. emitting paints, sealants, carpets and more.
Educated on new sustainable building products such as synthetic and recycled roofing, countertops, siding, decking, flooring and more.
When possible, purchase building products regionally.
Greene Construction's LEED registered project:
The Big Sky Health & Fitness Center in theMeadow Village, Big Sky.
What will make the Big Sky Health & Fitness Center a LEED accredited building?
- Innovative geo lake plate heat exchangers to supply all heating and radiant cooling needs from the Big Sky Water and Sewer holding tanks located directly behind the building. Reduces the energy for heating and cooling by an additional 60%.
- A whole building heat recovery ventilation system to insure healthy indoor air quality.
- Whole building air flush system during the summer months versus traditional energy consuming air conditioning.
- Indoor ambient light sensors that automatically dim the interior lights during favorable conditions to save 12% on energy costs.
- Natural lighting and daylight viewing for all interior spaces. Studies show a connection with the outdoors increases occupant's wellness and productivity.
- Low flow water fixtures and high efficiency irrigation emitters in lieu of traditional sprinkler heads to conserve water.
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