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GREEN BUILDING IS NOT A TREND! But it should be, and with your help, it can be.
Read on to learn about our seminar for real estate professionals: “The Value of Green Residential Properties.”
(re)source for real estate
Green building begins with demand. And you play a critical role in educating the public and shaping trends in the housing market because, as a real estate professional, you are on the front lines of the homebuyer decision making process.
So as part of our (re)source initiatives, we have developed a seminar called “The Value of Green Residential Properties.”
sign up
You can sign up for the seminar by visiting the Chattanooga Association of Realtors website. Or you can contact us directly to host a seminar.
what you will learn
Energy Consumption of Buildings and the Cost Benefits of Sustainable Design: The presentation highlights the primary energy costs associated with buildings and the effect energy consumption has on the homeowner and the environment. You will gain an understanding of new efficiencies, design techniques and innovative practices that contribute to the higher quality and lower energy consumption of a home.
Health and Cost Benefits of Sustainable Interior Design: The presentation analyzes the health concerns with a home’s interior, how sustainable design addresses those concerns, and what to look for when identifying healthy homes. You will learn about the long-term cost benefit of living in a healthy home.
Primary Sustainable Building Practices and How to Recognize Green Building Techniques: The presentation demonstrates the relationship of building science to the quality and value of a home, highlighting various methods for recognizing green homes. You will also develop a working knowledge of the relationship between building science and the energy consumption of a home.
The Intangibles of Green Development and Homebuyers’ Decisions: The presentation identifies elements of sustainable development that can drive homebuyers’ decisions. You will learn how to recognize the important elements of sustainable development as well as the value and benefits of living in a green-designated neighborhood.


