Why Choose Green?
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Reduced energy, water, and wastewater expenses
Green buildings use less energy (typically 10% to 50% less), less water inside the building (typically 20% to 30% less), and less water for irrigation. This translates into significant savings on electric, natural gas, water, and wastewater utility bills with payback periods on the order of 1-3 years.
Considering a typical 50,000 square foot office building, the Net Present Value of these green improvements alone amounts to smart $60,000 to $65,000 gain in today’s dollars. (Assuming a 10-year life cycle and a 12% discount rate.) With utility costs continuing to increase, the value of this benefit also continues to rise.
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