Green Buildings and Construction and Demolition (C&D)

Green building practices offer an opportunity to create environmentally-sound and resource-efficient buildings by using an integrated approach to design. Green buildings promote resource conservation, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and water conservation features.  They also consider environmental impacts and waste minimization; create a healthy and comfortable environment; reduce operation and maintenance costs; and address issues such as historical preservation, access to public transportation and other community infrastructure systems. The entire life-cycle of the building and its components is considered, as well as the economic and environmental impact and performance.

Construction and Demolition (C&D) debris consists of the waste generated during construction, renovation, and demolition projects. Covering a wide array of materials including wood, concrete, steel, brick, and gypsum, C&D debris is a large and complex waste stream. Reducing C&D debris conserves landfill space, reduces the environmental impact of producing new materials, and can reduce overall building project expenses through avoided purchase/disposal costs.

The following are web sites related to green building programs, design, maintenance, product directories, model contracts, available funding, case studies, database of LEED architect/engineer/builders, C&D disposal methods, green hotels and more. 

Construction and Demolition Markets and Disposal Methods

To find markets for C&D materials, go to MDRecycles.org for a database of companies and materials accepted at their facilities.

For a list of all solid waste acceptance facilities (i.e. rubble landfills, transfer stations, municipal landfills) that accept C&D, go to Permitted Solid Waste Acceptance Facilities.

*The companies and web sites listed on this page are based on information provided by various agencies and organizations and does not represent an endorsement by the Maryland Department of the Environment.

For more information, please contact the Waste Diversion Division at 410-537-3314.

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