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Green building links
For all customers
U.S. Green Building Council
A consensus organization that developed the standards for Leadership in
Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).
Energy Star
Multiple programs to reduce energy use managed by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency.
City of Eugene Green Buildings
Building Permit Services in Planning and Development provides local
resource links for green buildings in Eugene.
For residential customers
ENERGY STAR® Qualified New Homes
An ENERGY STAR® qualified new home performs better for the homeowner and the environment thanks to a variety of energy-efficient features.
Earth Advantage® Homes
Whether it is new or remodeled, an Earth Advantage® home is designed for comfort, value and energy efficiency.
Northwest Energy Efficient Manufactured Housing Program (NEEM)
NEEM and ENERGY STAR® labeled manufactured homes are built to save 30 percent on heating bills, compared to manufactured homes built to federal standards.
For commercial customers
Better Bricks
A resource site for commercial building designers including information about
energy effective design and better building operation.
New Building Institute
Developer of methods for advanced buildings. See their Benefits Guide and
Advanced Lighting Guidelines. Federal Energy Management Program
Multiple resources for building management with a slant toward
institutional buildings.
Energy Design Resources
A resource site for commercial building designers maintained by
California utilities. This site includes design tools for energy efficiency.
Energy Center of Wisconsin/Daylighting Collaborative
A resource on the “how to” of effective daylighting systems in
commercial buildings.
Heschong Mahone Group
A consultant that has completed multiple studies on daylighting and
productivity.
Building Investment Decision Support
A financial analysis method for green buildings.
Pacific Energy Center
A design center maintained by PG&E with resources on lighting, HVAC,
efficient kitchens and efficiency measures.
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