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Next Generation Building Institute

Practical Sustainability in action

Fostering a quantum leap forward in building performance

A new standard for better buildings with lower costs

"We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them." - Albert Einstein

A broad network of professionals and organizations are leading a quantum leap forward in building design and construction: high performance buildings that function much better but cost a lot less to operate and maintain, buildings that fit in with the natural environment and contribute to a sustaining and sustainable built environment, buildings as if people mattered. Tucson is recognized nationally for being at the forefront of this work.

The results of the Next Generation Building Program have been far beyond what anyone expected. After analyzing typical building expenses, ways have been developed to cut the costs of bulding ownership by 25 to 50% - and even more. This amounts to a lot of money.

The Next Generation Building Institute offers a broad range of information, consulting and referral services for effectively applying sustainability to the built environment on a practical and cost-effective basis for individuals, communities, businesses and governments. These services include planning, design, construction, renovation and improvement of homes, buildings, communities, landscapes and ecosystems. Our focus is to create healthy, economical and satisfying living environments that fit in better with nature, so you and your world can thrive.

Now owners, designers and builders have a central resource to make their buildings the best they can be. Through the Institute you can access some of the most knowedgeable and experienced professionals in the country, as well as the unique Next Generation planning and design methodology that brings it all together.

Whether you are designing and constructing a new buiding or renovating an existing building, you can have much better and we can help.

The latest help for you from the Next Generation Building Institute
New information, consulting and referral services. The Next Generation Building Institute now offers expert help for a wide range of services and products for your business. It's a broad program that helps you get the best unbiased expert information and advise to satisfy your needs and the best value for your money. We can help you connect with some of the top experts in the region or the country for projects of any size. Click here for information on how to get in touch with us.

What You Can Do
Participants and supporters of this community initiative include many individuals, organizations, businesses, educational institutions and government.

If you would like to participate or help, please get in touch with us.

You Are Invited
We invite you to become a part of this community sharing too. Share your dreams for the future and get some good ideas for your own use in return. Together we can make better buildings and communities. Put the power of community on your side. Join the Next Generation Building Alliance. Here's how!

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Credits: We would like to thank the City of Tucson, Pima County, the Tucson-Pima County Metropolitan Energy Commission, Tucson Commission on Disability Issues and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for support and funding, as well as the many organizations and individuals who have contributed to making these community initiatives such a success.

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