Build Green New Mexico is a voluntary program, the purpose of BGNM is to encourage homebuilders to use technologies, products and practices that will:

• Provide greater energy efficiency and reduce pollution
• Provide healthier indoor air
• Reduce water usage
• Preserve natural resources
• Improve durability and reduce maintenance

Build Green NM participants recognize the opportunity, responsibility and necessity, both from the industry perspective, and from the individual builder’s perspective to build higher performing homes.

How does the program work?

When a builder enrolls in the program they are not required to build every home to meet the program’s criteria; some builders register every one of their homes with the program, others choose to participate at whatever level best suits their market.

Every home registered with the program must meet the BGNM programs minimum criteria. These criteria, known as the Scoring Tool which is based directly on the ANSI Nattional Green Building Standard (NGBS), i . Under the NGBS there are 4 levels that can be attained; Bronze, Silver, Gold and the highest Emerald.  Only those homes registered and certified within the BGNM program will receive a “certified” designation.

Informing and educating the home-buying public on the value of a home that meets Build Green NM standards is one of the primary undertakings of the program.