Definitions

Definition of the "green" initiative?
In our becoming more and more cognizant to the effect we and our lifespaces are having on the planet, adaptation of new behaviors are learned for the preservation of life.

What is a "Green" Building?
Green building is the practice of increasing the efficiency with which buildings use resources - energy, water, and materials - while reducing building impacts on human health and the environment, through better siting, design, construction, operation, maintenance, and removal - the complete building life cycle.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_building