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Let's save energy, protect the environment and create jobs by putting sustainable buildings at the top of the agenda.

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70%

of all electricity produced in America is consumed by buildings

40%

of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in America come from  buildings

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2x

the total square footage of the globe’s building stock will double by 2060, equal to  building a  brand-new New York City every single month for the next 40 years

2.2m

jobs created in constructing, retrofitting and running energy efficient buildings in 2018 alone 

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8/10

Americans 

support passing laws that make buildings more efficient, including large majorities from both parties.

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Green Buildings and Jobs

Learn more about the job creation potential of sustainable buildings!

Our Vision

Significant reductions in energy and water use in buildings are possible -  if we have the poltical will. 

Policy Center

What are the best policies for transforming buildings?

Modern Building

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