Society is conditioned as to what is considered aesthetically pleasing based on our experience and trends. Board members especially tend to push going green without thinking. The link below is an article that shows that going green can end up costing you more money. The money you saved in one area ends up being spent and paid to someone different, who is cashing in on the trend. For instance you may notice a lower water bill, but you your total expenses increased. Because the money previously paid to your water company is now paid to the landscaper or insurance company or a specialized repair company. Changing who your paying doesn't save money! If your total expenses decreased you have to figure out why. Which is where detailed accounting comes into play.
