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Building an energy efficient structure is important to the environment and humanity, yet many people are sticking with older building methods. Those methods are tried and true, making builders leery of changing their ways and going with newer, more energy efficient alternatives. This blog is going to explore some of the benefitsof building energy efficient structures to inform builders about the importance of green building.
1. Lower Building Costs With the 179D Tax Incentive
The Federal government gives architects and engineers a tax deduction for the structure they are building, which is called the 179D tax incentive. This incentive is for each square foot of the building. For the previous year, the 179D tax incentive covered approximately $1.80 per square foot. Please note, the amount of the deduction for the coming tax-year will change. Architects and engineers must keep up on the latest news about tax changes in the coming year.
Another important aspect of building an energy efficient structure is that the overall payments for operating it will be significantly less. This will help any business within the structure save hundreds to thousands of dollars per year.
2. Positive Impact on the Environment
Aside from the 179D tax deduction, building an energy efficient structure will have a positive impact on the environment. It will use less energy from main sources like water and electricity, conserving the resources the world holds precious. An energy efficient structure will also have lower greenhouse gas emissions, which will help cut back on the degradation of the atmosphere.
This positive impact does not just come from the building upon completion, but also from the energy it takes to build the structure. In order to qualify for the 179D tax incentive, builders will have to use energy efficient and eco-friendly methods throughout the entire process, creating a positive impact on the earth.
3. Workers Will Live Healthier, Longer Lives
By cutting down on the high amounts of greenhouse gas emissions and using energy efficient, eco-friendly appliances, the workers’ health will improve significantly. Architects and engineers who install proper ventilation systems will improve the air quality of the building, keeping construction workers and eventual business workers from breathing in harsh microbial contaminants. Giving individuals a clean environment to work in could cut down on serious lung diseases and overall poor health.
The 179D tax deduction and energy efficiency have several benefits that all architects and engineers should take advantage of to improve their finances and the environment. Claris Energy can help builders learn about the benefits of the newer, greener building techniques to help better the environment. For more information regarding the 179D tax deduction and building an energy efficient structure, please contact Claris Energy today.
Steve Nanos
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