What is Green?

Our certified projects meet a rigorous list of requirements to ensure:

Energy Efficiency – BSAG homes use less energy and provide greater comfort than standard homes.
Water Efficiency – BSAG homes use less water indoors and outdoors
Efficient Use of Materials – Efficient techniques, such as advanced framing, provide greater efficiency with less material.
More Healthful – Reduced VOC’s and particulate matter, along with proper air flow and efficient filtration provide a more healthful environment
Site Preservation– For minimal disruption of the site, trees and vegetation are preserved as extensively as possible. Recyclable waste is diverted from the landfill.

Certification Programs

A BSAG home is a home that is designed & built to perform above code. The home has to meet rigorous criteria in the Energy, Water, Health, Site & Materials categories.
A BSAG home that has been retrofitted through our program to improve its energy, water & IAQ performance.

A BSAG Mixed-Use project is designed & built to perform above code. The building has to meet rigorous criteria in the Energy, Water, Health, Site & Materials categories.
A BSAG Mixed-Use that has been planned & retrofitted to be brought up to code. This program is designed for the weatherization & improvement of the energy, water & IAQ performance of commercial buildings.

A BSAG multifamily project is designed & built to perform above code. The multifamily residential units have to meet rigorous criteria in the Energy, Water, Health, Site & Materials categories.
A BSAG multifamily project that has been planned & retrofitted to be brought up to code. This program is designed for the weatherization & improvement of the energy, water & IAQ performance of existing residential units in multifamily buildings.

A BSAG commercial project is designed & built to perform above code. The building has to meet rigorous criteria in the Energy, Water, Health, Site & Materials categories.
A BSAG commercial project that has been planned & retrofitted to be brought up to code. This program is designed for the weatherization & improvement of the energy, water & IAQ performance of commercial buildings.

For More Information about our Certification Programs please contact Lina Luque

BSAG Program Overlays

A Build San Antonio Green Home is a certified green home built above code and meets a rigorous list of requirements.

Efficiency

Water Efficiency

Efficient Use of Materials

More Healthful

Site Preservation

Solar & EV Ready

The Smart Green Home is a fully -automated house that plugs into the Smart Grid. Utilizing a whole home platform, the Smart Green Home is both predictive & reactive.

Smart Lights

Smart Water

Smart Security

Smart Comfort

Smart Monitoring

A Climate Ready Building is a Build San Antonio Green Building designed to reduce risks & vulnerabilities while increasing the durability, comfort, and resilience of the building in the face of climate change.

Heat Resitance

High-Wind Resistance

Energy Resilience

Health Protection

A BSAG Prepared Home is designed to keep homes and families safe during extreme weather event or a disease outbreak event such as a pandemic.

Energy Security

Communication Security

Water Security

Indoor Air-Quality Security

Personal Health Security

Emergency Preparedness

Get a Green New Home!

Find a Builder, Architect, or Remodeler who builds Build San Antonio Green certified homes. We can help you do that! Check out our section on “Who is Building Green” or give us a call.

Learn about the different options Build San Antonio Green has. Work with your builder to determine your best course for certification
Have your builder build your home. We will work with them every step of the way to ensure our program requirements are met
Move in and start enjoying your Build San Antonio Green certified home!
Each level of our New Construction program is designed to meet a specific percentage above code minimum standards.

Existing Homes

We have options to help you increase your home’s efficiency and have it officially certified Green! Our Green Retrofit Program is designed to significantly improve existing home performance.

Find a Builder, Remodeler, Architect, or Energy Rater who retrofits Build San Antonio Green certified homes. We can help you do that!
Learn about different options Build San Antonio Green has. Work with your contractor or energy rater to determine your best course for certification. In many cases, the specific measures employed qualify for rebates.
Enjoy your home’s increased performance and lower utility bills!

Each level of the Build San Antonio Green Retrofit Program is designed to increase a home’s performance and efficiency by a set percentage.

Greening On Your Own

Energy Conservation

Ensure a well-insulated, well-sealed home. Seal any cracks, such as around windows, into the attic, baseboards, etc.
Additionally, upgrade appliances to ENERGY STAR qualified models.
Ensure that HVAC ducts are in good repair and sealed properly.
If possible, hire an Energy Rater to identify the biggest potentials for improvement.
Many energy conserving improvements qualify for rebates from CPS Energy
Water Conservation

For indoor water use, install low-flow aerators on sinks and low-flow shower-heads.
Outdoors, use the SAWS Approved Plant List for beautiful landscaping that is drought-tolerant. Take advantage of the rebates and programs that SAWS offers for water conservation. And check out Garden Style SA for helpful gardening tips.
Health

Use low or no-VOC paints, sealants and adhesives. Choose carpeting that is Carpet & Rug Institute Green Label Certified. Install a high-efficiency filter in your HVAC system. Ensure that gas appliances are venting properly and safely.