EarthCraft House Environmental Benefits

The energy sources used by homes can contribute to global warming and other serious environmental problems. Also, the materials used in the construction and maintenance of a home can deplete natural resources. EarthCraft House can increase the energy efficiency of a home by 30% which can result in a reduction of over 1100 pounds of greenhouse gases introduced into the atmosphere each year. In addition, EarthCraft homes can conserve water and reduce stormwater pollution. Finally, by promoting recycling and the use of durable, low maintenance, recycled, and rapidly renewable materials, EarthCraft House helps to ensure our homes conserve natural resources and protect ecosystem biodiversity. EarthCraft homes are truly “sensibly built for the environment.”

 

EarthCraft House is a program of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association and Southface with support from government and industry leaders.
Southface Energy Institute, 241 Pine Street NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30308
Phone: (404) 604-3636 Fax: (404) 64-3681

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