Not to Build Green B uilt Green Colorado has been around now for more than four years, and has grown from a local program to a statewide green building program that has received international attention. More than 100 builders around Colorado have signed on to the program, including large volume builders and builders of high-end custom homes. Still, there are those who, for a variety of reasons, argue against participating in this building trend. Maybe some of their reasons are found here.
Green building can apply to the most basic home.
There are a couple of issues related to cost. In most cases, even this doesn't have to be a deal-breaker. One program that has several participants in Colorado, Building America, helps builders save costs while producing a higher quality home. Another cost issue is added value. Many of the green building features make life easier, or are healthier for the home's occupants.