Chicago has seen a surge in the number of sustainable real estate developments. It’s a growing trend that can help save the environment and money in the long run. The city encourages developers to build green with sizeable grants and subsidies. It also supports individual homeowners who cash in for eco-friendly improvements.

Eco construction

The Rise of Sustainable Real Estate Development

With increasing interest from investors, owners, and tenants, the need to create more sustainable buildings is driving a new trend in Chicago. Known as “eco” construction, the focus is on reducing energy consumption and selecting materials that are environmentally friendly, thereby benefitting both the environment and your wallet.

Eco-construction includes using renewable and recycled materials. This reduces pollution and saves money in the long run because it reduces waste and the need to dispose of unused resources.

Sustainability also means that buildings are located in areas that don’t negatively affect the natural habitat or wildlife habitation, and sourcing materials as close to the site as possible helps avoid transportation impacts on the environment. Go to City of Chicago for the full article