How will Kyoto protocol affect operating costs of an office building?

Enviromental regulations have been in affect in the contruction industry for many years now. New office towerswhich continue to pop up in cities around the world must adherre to strict enviromental regulations. These laws do not only affect large towers, but also all commercial development. For the most part a permit for construction will only be given if the following reports are submitted and qualify:

• Environmental assesment
• Environemtnal impact
• Environmental review