A town in Connecticut is putting up housing that is totally green.

For those of you wondering what is it that makes a home green, here is a review from Global Green, USA. They point out that  “Integrated design – thinking about how a building works as a system and designing that system to be environmentally-friendly – is a key part of green building. Certain products, particularly those that deal with energy, are not inherently green but can used in ways that enhance the environmental performance of a building.

” For example, a dual-pane, low-E window may not be green in terms of its material components or manufacturing process, but if used strategically it can reduce energy use by maximizing the collection of winter sunlight and blocking out the summer sun. Some design considerations that will help you choose the right materials include building orientation, use patterns, durability, and local availability.”

To learn more, here is a link: http://www.globalgreen.org/greenurbanism/whatmakesgreen/

We would like to see more green housing.  However, even builders acknowledge that the upfront costs are higher.  However in the long run, they are more energy efficient and will be a money saver.

–RW