2009 Green Building Consumer Survey Released

Four-in-five (83%) respondents said it was at least somewhat important that homes and products be built to a green standard.

Built Green Washington recently released the results of a state-wide consumer survey about green homes and green products. The results are promising!

Nearly nine-in-ten (86%) respondents thought ‘green’ certified homes were at least somewhat more environmentally friendly than a comparable house not built to a ‘green’ standard.  49% said certified homes were much more environmentally friendly.

Two-thirds (66%) of respondents said it was at least somewhat important that when purchasing a new home, it be built to a ‘green’ standard.

Seven-in-ten (70%) respondents said it was at least somewhat important that home remodeling products they purchase be ‘green’ products.

Two-in-five (43%) respondents thought a ‘green’ certified home is built with at least somewhat higher quality materials.