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Chapter Ten Green Design and Building Economics

This chapter offers a general overview of the benefits and costs (e.g., reduced energy bills and reduced potable water consumption) of green design. The two categories of cost considerations when discussing green buildings (Direct Capital Costs and Direct Operating Costs) are explained in simple terms. Among the many advantages of green buildings and the application of the International Green Construction Codes (IgCCs) is increased productivity, improved tenant/employee health, and increased recruitment and retention capabilities. Likewise, green buildings offer numerous other benefits, both direct such as increased property values and increased marketability and indirect benefits such as enhanced image and reducing potential risks. Life-Cycle Costing and Analysis is examined and the necessary steps needed to perform an accurate analysis are discussed. Builders and manufacturers incentives, as well as federal, business, and consumer tax incentives are highlighted. Additionally, operation, repair, and maintenance costs and factors that impact Durability and Replacement Costs are examined. Finally economic analysis tools and methods are examined and compared.

» Author: Sam Kubba

» Reference: Handbook of Green Building Design and Construction

» Source: ScienceDirect - GPP

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