the importance of green building practices

Interview with Christine Ervin, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Energy, former president of the U.S. Green Building Council.

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…people realize that it’s the building sector — not industry or transportation — responsible for most greenhouse gas emissions. The good news is that this vibrant market proves that we can dramatically cut emissions sharply and reap a broad swath of economic and other benefits at the same time. Part of the solution is right in front of us. We can do this.