Deconstruction of a building, i.e. carefully taking it apart so that the pieces can be reused or recycled, provides benefits in four categories according to the Deconstruction Institute. We have already, using its Deconstruction Calculator, outlined the savings in land and economics for a 1,800 sq. ft house. The remaining categories are energy savings and reduction of green house gasses. Energy Significant amounts of energy are required at every step of constructing a home or other building. Energy...