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NAHB Research Center to List 'Green Approved' Products
 With the recent introduction of the “Green Approved” product seal of approval by the NAHB Research Center, manufacturers can now provide third-party evidence that their green products meet the criteria for recognition in homes certified to the American National Standards Institute’s National Green Building Standard.
“Green Approved” product manufacturers will receive a certificate from the Research Center identifying the specific sections of the standard under which points for their products are available.
These reports — available from a link on the new standard scoring tool at www.nahbgreen.org — are designed to facilitate the selection and specification of products as well as the approval of possible points by verifiers who have been accredited by the NAHB Research Center.
Manufacturers of Green Approved products will be allowed to post links to their Web site on the NAHBGreen Web site. They will also be able to put the “Green Approved” mark on promotional literature, company Web sites and similar materials.
The Research Center staff will review “Green Approved” product applications and the required supporting third-party documentation, and then determine the number of points approved by section as well as any applicable conditions for point eligibility.
Products will be shown on a “first approved, first listed” basis on the manufacturers’ page in the Green Scoring Tool for an annual fee based on the number of applications listed for a product.
For a more detailed explanation to manufacturers of how the program works, click here.
For additional information or an application, e-mail Lynda Marchman at the Research Center, or call her at 800-638-8556 x6237.
 ‘National Green Building Standard’ Available at BuilderBooks.com
“The National Green Building Standard,” available through BuilderBooks.com, provides “green” practices that can be incorporated into multifamily and single-family new home construction, home remodeling and additions and site development.
The standard covers lot design, resource, energy and water efficiency; indoor environment quality; and owner education.
Currently the first and only ANSI-approved green building rating system, the National Green Building Standard is the benchmark for green homes.
To view or purchase this publication online, click here.
 The Future of Residential Construction Is Green
The Certified Green Professional (CGP) designation teaches builders, remodelers and other industry professionals techniques for incorporating green building principles into homes using cost-effective and affordable options.
Earning the CGP demonstrates to clients and peers your commitment to the best and latest in green building practices and techniques. More than 1,000 people have earned the CGPdesignation to date.
For more information, visit www.nahb.org/CGPinfo.
 Attend the National Green Building Conference in Dallas
Attend the 2009 National Green Building Conference in Dallas on May 10-13 to learn more about the critical paths to green building, and to participate in interactive sessions and be part of the driving force for the green building and remodeling markets.
For more information and to sign up to be notified when registration opens, visit www.nahb.org/GreenBuildingConference.
‘Building Greener Neighborhoods’ Available at BuilderBooks.com
“Building Greener Neighborhoods,” available through Digital Delivery at BuilderBooks.com, shows those involved in building new communities the advantages and rewards of saving, planting and transplanting more trees in their developments.
The examples are drawn from decades of experience of land developers, home builders and urban foresters.
To download this publication in a PDF format, click here, or call 800-223-2665.
 ‘Profit from Building Green’ Available at BuilderBooks.com
“Profit from Building Green — Award-Winning Tips to Build Energy Efficient Homes,” available through BuilderBooks.com, showcases what energy conscious award-winning builders are doing, provides innovative energy-efficient features and covers successful techniques for building this niche market.
To view or purchase this publication online, click here, or call 800-223-2665.
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