Green Affordable Housing
Author | : William B. Shear |
Publisher | : DIANE Publishing |
Total Pages | : 68 |
Release | : 2009-03-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781437911343 |
ISBN-13 | : 143791134X |
Rating | : 4/5 (34X Downloads) |
Download or read book Green Affordable Housing written by William B. Shear and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2009-03-01 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rising energy prices and concerns about the environment have fueled interest in "green building" -- resource-efficient construction and maintenance practices that reduce adverse impacts on the natural environment. HUD spends an estimated $5 billion on energy costs annually in its affordable housing programs and has recently taken steps to reduce its energy costs. This report reviews: (1) HUD's efforts to promote energy efficiency in its programs and the use of performance measures; (2) potential costs and long-term benefits of green building in HUD's affordable housing programs; and (3) lessons learned elsewhere that HUD could use to promote green building. Includes recommendations. Illustrations.