What is Green Construction
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Green building first gained the support of environmentalists, and has now garnered a strong investment from corporate America. Those who are conscious of national security realize that it reduces our dependency on foreign oil. To an increasing number of city administrators, it means doing the right thing for the public they serve. Chicago’s public buildings must be constructed with green standards in mind, and it is realistic to suppose that someday, all public works projects nationwide will need to follow that example.
MCA of Chicago works to build green awareness among member contractors and end-users alike. The effectiveness of a green building depends on its mechanical systems, so MCA keeps contractor members up-to-date with the latest technology through education programs, newsletters and regular meetings featuring speakers who are experts in the field of green building.
MCA’s own building was built to meet the LEED Gold standard, utilizing recycled materials, high-efficiency lighting, low emitting materials and many other green features. All indicators point to one conclusion: eventually, green building will be considered a necessity, not an option. MCA is laying down the groundwork, to help Chicagoland and the rest of America to meet that challenge.
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