Going green is now a lifestyle

Caring for the environment has become more than just recycling. In fact, going green is now a lifestyle. One that you can carry with you, even in a new home.

If you're looking to minimize your carbon footprint and become more eco-friendly, there are some new ways to go green at home.

"For example, some of the standards that go into building a house, there's a points system. Of how many ratings they have, as to what type of materials the home is built with.

With knowledge of the recycled materials or energy efficient appliances that homes are equipped with, realtors can help home owners who want to go green.

"They're in to conservation, they want to leave as small a carbon footprint on the earth. So, they're looking for recycled materials, they're looking for green in building. They're looking for green in cars," said Antoni.

According to realtors, like Steve Antoni, the trend of green property is here to stay.

"I think the whole trend toward recycling in general, nationally,
is what's going to bring this type of popularity of building more and more in to existence."

The benefits of living in a green community go beyond the building themselves. They also save on gas.

"You've taken a community, you've been able to actually plant it in a really centric area where you could walk to work. You don't need to park your car, cause you don't need a car anymore. You're saving in gas, it's a really well-planned out development."

Some of the green aspects of these homes: decks made out of recycled materials and siding that's made from a concrete material. Both of which save of cutting down trees and are more durable.