Green Building
Building for the Forever
Sustainable practices in building offer exciting opportunities to increase efficiency, comfort, health and value, while using readily renewable natural resources. From the newest “invisible” solar power on the roof to composting out back, learn the latest at EarthShift. Also on display will be green certified building methods that can earn High Performance/LEED Certification as well as some amazing visuals of material reuse in action. Understand the Heat Island effect so relevant in the Valley of the Sun and steps you can take to help mitigate it. Looking to build that dream Eco-Crib? Then visiting EarthShift with eyes wide open is a must. Witness case studies on vertical growth and urban living. Learn cost effective methods and the truths about building green costs. Not just for residences either, see real life studies on improved employee efficiencies, lower absenteeism, and why it is imperative for today’s commercial developer to “think green” when designing for appreciation.