The green stamp of approval—practically everybody wants it in one form or another. In the multifamily sector, with builders catering to residents’ growing demand for green features and municipalities stepping up requirements, property rating systems have become increasingly important to the industry. While certain labels are more recognizable than others, certification options abound.
Official sustainable development certification by any name centers on a basic premise: do no harm—to the environment. From minimizing waste or repurposing wood in the construction process to installing energy-efficient appliances and lighting in the residential units, multifamily property certification can be achieved through a variety of means, all with the goal of diminishing emissions, decreasing energy consumption and conserving water. Criteria for green certification differ from rating system to rating system, of which there are plenty.
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