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iLevel by Weyerhaeuser Products First to Be ‘Green Approved’
Structural frame products from iLevel by Weyerhaeuser were the first to receive the “Green Approved” seal of approval, the NAHB Research Center announced on Feb. 26.
The mark provides third-party evidence that building products meet specific scoring criteria for homes seeking certification to the National Green Building Standard, a consensus-developed standard that was recently approved by ANSI.
iLevel’s full range of engineered wood products and solid sawn lumber are now designated as NAHB Research Center Green Approved products. These include:
- TJI joists
- TimberStrand laminated strand lumber (LSL)
- Parallam parallel strand lumber (PSL)
- Microllam laminated veneer lumber (LVL)
- iLevel Framer Series Lumber
- iLevel Premium Joists and all other wood structural framing products
The Green Approved mark indicates third-party documentation and approval by the NAHB Research Center that a building product contributes to compliance of specific green practices for the National Green Building Certification to the ANSI standard.
These products carry a certificate from the Research Center that identifies the specific sections of the Green Building Standard under which the products can earn points. The Green Approved mark helps bridge the gap between manufacturers who make green products and builders and designers who want to use them.
Green Approved products can be found at links on the Green Scoring Tool at www.nahbgreen.org.
“iLevel and Weyerhaeuser have long been committed to green building and operating our facilities and forests in environmentally responsible ways,” said Susan Swirsley, director of brand marketing for iLevel. “In addition to our products being certified to the Sustainable Forestry Initiative standard, the Green Approved designation empowers builders to make an informed choice on products in their homes and simplifies the documentation process tremendously.”
For a more detailed explanation to manufacturers of how the program works, click here.
Manufacturers interested in having products become Green Approved should send a message via the Contact Us form on the NAHBGreen Web site, or call the National Green Building Program Hotline at 877-NAHB-GRN.
 ‘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.
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 ‘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.
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