BuiltGreen

Built Green is an industry driven voluntary program that promotes "green" building practices to reduce the impact that building has on the environment. It benefits the homebuyer, the community and the environment and is an opportunity for everyone to choose a "green" future. The Built Green™ Program adds value to new home construction by promoting and recognizing the use of practices and products that represent resource-efficient and environmentally friendly construction.

 

There are many benefits of a Built Green™ home for all stakeholders: home buyers, industry members and sponsors. Home buyers can expect to see:
  • Lower fuel/energy and water costs
  • Indoor air quality addressed
  • Increased comfort
  • Lower maintenance costs
  • Increased market and resale value
  • Lower environmental impact

 

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR BUILT GREEN CANADA MEMBERS...
  • Section 7-6 requirements on low flow faucets have been relaxed.
  • ENERGY STAR has discontinued its labeling of programmable thermostats, and the wording of the Built Green Checklist has been modified accordingly.

 


Download the 2010 Renovation Checklist



Download the 2010 Renovation Guide



Additional Forms

Power Smart | Single Family Rebate

$1,500 Rebate for single family detach homes participating in the Power Smart New Home Porgram. Cut off time is March 2011.

 

CMHC Green Home | Mortgage Loan

Offer borrowers more affordable financing choices when purchasing an energy-efficient home or making energy-efficient improvements.

 

Home Energy Labeling at Time of Sale

An EnerGuide rating shows a standard measure of your home's energy performance. It shows you and potential buyers how energy efficient your home is.

 

Power Smart | New Home Program

Power Smart New Home Program encourages builders and developers to build an energy-efficient home – a Power Smart home. Working with builders and developers, BC Hydro Power Smart wants to create homes that cost less to operate and are more comfortable places to live.

 

Power Smart | New Home

When you buy a Power Smart home, you'll enjoy greater comfort, lower energy costs and less impact on the environment.

 

EnerGuide Rating System

The EnerGuide Rating Service was developed by The Office of Energy Efficiency of Natural Resources Canada to help Canadians improve the energy efficiency of their houses.