In today's economy and socially conscious society in regards to the environment, many people cannot afford to start considering ways they can build or remodel their home to ensure it is green. With scientific sources such as the UN Council on Global Warming making statements about the degradation of ice flow and environmental conditions by 2050 and the likelihood that crude oil sources will be used up within the next fifty years, it is especially necessary for young families to consider the implications of reexamining their homes and living situations to be more green.

This book will guide you and your family through the process of learning more about implementing the necessary changes needed to change your home or build a new home that is environmentally conscious and prepared for the changing economic and environmental climate in the coming decades. Topics include:

• Why people have started to build green and how it can be done in today's regulatory intense climate quickly and effieciently
• How to start working with building professionals that can provide the necessary materials, plans, and paperwork you need to proceed
• Which materials are best for green building by lifespan and how to choose between various green materials
• How to not only use green materials, but to make sure the construction process is green as well
• The basics of framing your building, natural building methods, the energy systems you might use, and the heating cooling options at your disposal

Construction and environmental experts have been interviewed and their expertise is included in this book to help you learn everything you need to accomplish the above, as well as:

• What kinds of water and waste systems are best
• How to site plan and landscape your home, and what the most common myths about green building are
• Ten things you can do on any building project to keep it green and any materials you should always have on hand for anything you do around the house

Regardless of whether you are just looking to remodel to make your house greener or are building a new home, this book will give you everything you need to stay green and respect the environment with your home.