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The environment has been an ongoing hot topic for years now—a continuous source of activism and political turmoil. And this environmental consideration has bled into the sphere of property management, with greener energy methods now at the forefront of an increasing number of condos and co-ops. And solar panels are only just the beginning, as statistics consistently show that green initiatives are oftentimes more cost effective, as well as healthier for tenants. So this month we’re breaking down everything new and noteworthy in green building—by the numbers.
33,000: The potential number of kilowatts generated by solar panels in New York City, panels which can easily be installed on the roof of most properties.
$190.3 Billion: The total labor earnings as a result of green construction, an impact which reaches more than 3.3 million U.S. jobs.
30: The percentage of a building’s total energy consumption used by lighting, an issue that LED (light emitting diode) and OLED (organic light emitting diode) seek to remedy with more efficient lighting solutions.
1,000: The number of Euros expected to be saved per household as a result of Europe’s 2020 program, which aims to reduce greenhouse gases and implement widespread green building practices.
34: The total of tons of carbon dioxide Santa Clara University expected to eliminate from the atmosphere as a result of its solar heating and cooling system, heating and cooling being one of the highest energy costs and pollutants in buildings.
80: The number of “points” a building must obtain from the U.S. Green Building Council to be certified platinum, with points being earned for energy use, air quality, and other green building aspects.
2: The cost per foot of aerogel, a green material that is 90 percent air and can be utilized for home insulation.
85.9: The percentage of energy saved by “going solar” and installing solar panels, according to EnergySage.
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