Will I Get Sued? Managing Risk in Green Building

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Buildings are big, expensive investments, so if something goes horribly wrong, it can be financially catastrophic. Buildings also have occupants, and if anything happens that might harm them, the risks get even bigger. As a result, managing risk is central to the role of every designer, contractor, and building owner. That’s why the first question for many building professionals when they encounter green technologies, strategies, and performance expectations is: “Does this increase my risk of getting sued?”

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