In a survey from CoreNet Global and Jones Lang LaSalle, nearly 80% of workplace and corporate executives said that sustainability is an important business issue and they are willing to pay a premium for it.

Green buildings still face some obstacles. While the actual costs  of LEED buildings are generally 1-5% more than conventional buildings, the perception of 52% of respondents is that building green will cost 5% or more. Respondents also felt that there were a lack of applicable green real estate options and an unreliable supply chain for green products.

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