Green Building Resources
Green Guidelines
- ENERGY STAR – a group of efficiency tools and rating systems
- REGREEN – green strategies you can use on your renovation project
- National Green Building Standard – a rating system with remodeling options
- LEED for Homes – USGBC’s new homes rating system
- Earth Craft House Virginia – local affiliate for the Earth Craft House Green Rating System
Energy Efficiency
- ENERGY STAR Home Advisor – recommended home improvement projects to increase energy efficiency and comfort in your specific area
- Maryland Home Performance with ENERGY STAR – to find approved home performance contractors in Maryland
- Virginia Sustainable Building Network – to find qualified energy auditors in Virginia
- District Department of the Environment – provides free energy audits to qualifying residences
Indoor Air Quality
- EPA Radon-Resistant New Construction – details, techniques and benefits of radon-resistant construction
- District Department of the Environment – offering free radon test kits and window decals for D.C. residents - NEW
Materials
- Habitat Restore – donate or purchase salvaged building materials
- Community Forklift – surplus, salvaged and green building materials
Tax Credits, Rebates and Other Incentives
- BOWA Environmental Incentive Program – our own program just for BOWA clients
- Federal Programs – information on federal tax credits for energy efficiency
- Maryland Programs – information on incentives and programs for residents
- GreenDC – information on green programs, services and more for residents
- Virginia Programs – information on state, local, utility and private incentives