American Architectural Manufacturers Association

GREEN BUILDING

The green building trend continues to grow and allows not only for buildings that are more environmentally-friendly, but also save money on energy bills due to more efficient building features. In addition to developing a green certification program, AAMA continues to closely monitor green building iniatives.

AAMA is concerned about green building initiatives and is responding to industry needs by developing a green certification program for window, door, skylight, curtain wall and storefront products. This certification will cover all aspects of green building, including energy performance.

AAMA is also proactively involved in green building organizations, leading the charge for fenestration products and their impact on the building’s overall green performance attributes.

Green Initiatives
The monthly AAMA e-News includes a section devoted to Green News in each issue to keep members abreast of the latest industry developments. To further educate members, the Members Only area of our website includes green organization reports and green program research forms, among other related items. If you are interested in participating in AAMA's green efforts, please contact Janice Charletta.

Green Resources 
AAMA members have developed resource material to educate the industry and consumers on what constitutes a green window, door, skylight, curtain wall or storefront. View currently available white papers and brochures for more information. Green Events are also posted on our site and include industry trade shows, conferences and seminars. AAMA is not the only source of information on green building; you can also find valuable information related to green rating organizations and other green groups within Industry Web Links.

Economic Stimulus Plan
In an effort to promote green products, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) - also known as the economic stimulus plan - offers tax credits for the use of energy-efficient building products, including windows, doors and skylights. AAMA has assembled informationTo help manufacturers, professionals and consumers better understand the requirements for fenestration products. For further information related to the economic stimulus plan and its requirements for fenestration products, please contact Chuck Anderson, AAMA Codes and Industry Affairs Manager.