Green building helps firms attract, retain workers, experts say

Green office buildings have the potential to help companies recruit new workers, experts say. They also note that employee productivity typically increases by 1% to 2% in a green building. Meanwhile, the cost of green construction is decreasing because contractors have more experience building environmentally friendly structures, experts say.

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