Charlie Woodruff, Author at Colorado Builder Magazine

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LEED’s pathway to healthy, green and resilient buildings

The intersecting crises of 2020 have made one thing clear for home builders: People need healthy buildings to call home.

USGBC's new program aims to help LEED projects maintain occupants' safety. (Photo: Martinmark, Dreamstime.com)

As businesses cautiously reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, USGBC’s new program aims to help LEED projects maintain occupants’ safety.

With tens of thousands of registered projects, demand for qualified raters is growing every day. (Photo: Andrea DeMartin, Dreamstime.com)

LEED Green Raters provide verification services for LEED residential projects and play a critical part in certifying residential buildings. Charlie

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From its recognition in the Top 10 States for LEED list to implementation of new initiatives, Colorado is already off

Colorado is emerging as a leader in green homes. (Photo: Labemax, Dreamstime.com)

Already a leader in green commercial building, Colorado is establishing itself as a place for green homes. Charlie WoodruffCharlie Woodruff

Financial burden can be eased by efficient, green homes. (Photo: Zoom178, dreamstime.com)

It’s a myth that sustainability in a home is a luxury for only those who can afford it. Charlie WoodruffCharlie

For many homeowners, the most important criteria in a green home is that it helps keep them healthy. Charlie WoodruffCharlie