Sustainable Design

More and more it occurs to me that there is not one solution to the energy problems that we are faced with, but many smaller solutions working together. Green design or sustainable design fits right into the theme of freely renewable. If we combine all of the resoureces available we will make so much headway into,conscious energy practices, the protection of the environment as well as the preservation of natural resorces. What is sustainable design?
"The design world today is faced with myriad choices when it comes to sustainable design and construction.

“Green” materials and techniques are no longer a novelty—they are practically ubiquitous, present in every stage of design, construction, operation and maintenance. Big business is embracing green building, governmental bodies are rewarding sustainable efforts, and individuals across the globe are making everyday decisions about materials and methods that will impact generations to come." To read more