Some exciting news for us all has just been issued today from the National Association of Realtors!

Much has been talked about in the last few years about going green as we have been discussing on this blog. Including the latest idea from Malibu City Council who have proposed a Green Building Ordinance for the city.

Everyone these days is jumping on the green bandwagon and wanting to know how they can do their bit as part of the green revolution as well as information on national incentives to help you become more energy efficient. Even Celebrities have got in on the action!

Private homes in Malibu of course are a prime target by environmentalists who want homeowners to do their bit, however in this instance with a commercial building, the National Association of Realtor’s is leading the way in DC!

The NAR office building on Capitol Hill (see picture above left) was the first newly constructed (in 2004), green certified building in the District of Columbia, demonstrating NAR’s commitment to environmentally sustainable real estate development.

Not only is the building aesthetically pleasing, it is certified for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design and was awarded the Silver rating by the U.S. Green Building Council when the building opened. NAR cleaned and developed an abandoned contaminated site as the home of its D.C. headquarters. 50% of the building’s energy comes from renewable resources, and 30% less water is used compared to other buildings of similar size. (Water conservation is something which in Malibu is always making the headlines)

In testifying before a House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee, NAR reiterated the significance of its green building and reinforced its support for energy efficiency tax credits as currently there is a growing trend towards greener construction and green homes are in demand as consumers are watching their energy costs and wanting to care more for their environment. Buyers are also realizing that when it comes to selling their home if they have an energy efficient home with lower than average utility bills it may help them sell their home faster.

So join in the revolution and go green in your home!

If you are interested in purchasing a property or selling a property in Malibu, Pacific Palisades or the surrounding Beverly Hills/southern California area then please contact Judy Kunisaki for professional real estate advice in the Westside Los Angeles area, on 310-317-8396 or via her online contact form on her website.

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