Embodied Energy is the energy that it takes for a product to get from point of source to point of use.
Cement
 High Embodied Energy,
Intensive Processing		 CVB Uses 40% Fly Ash:
(Byproduct of Coal Stacks)
Metal Roof & Studs
 Consider Processing
and Transportation		 CVB Uses 85%-95% Recycled Metal
Dimensional Lumber
Larger Dimension Lumber
Is Old Growth Wood		 CVB Only Uses
2 x 4's = Local Lumber

Through OVE--Optimum Value Engineering--CVB Avoids/Saves 30%
of Average 2 x 4 Use,
compared to traditional stick frame building

-Box Headers = no corners, no T's, no trimmers
 -24" Centers
-Single Top Plate
Drywall Clips = less lumber
Engineered Roof Trusses