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A "green" Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system offers data entry fields to identify green features and certifications. This helps agents search for sustainable homes and properties, and allows builders and sellers to market their green endeavors.
In order to advance the green building movement, MLS systems should be including green data entry fields. This would involve local boards and MLS committees to understand and commit to a green initiative. The Green REsource Council hopes that by providing education, advice and panel discussions on sustainable property issues, we can expand our reach and encourage positive change.
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Learn From Green MLS Examples
The following is a list of green entry fields, guidelines and best practices organized by MLS system.
AZ-Tucson MLS Green Plans (PDF 348KB)
AZ-Phoenix MLS Green Plans (PDF 91KB)
CA-Santa Barbara MLS Inputs (PDF 434KB)
CA-SoCal MLS Inputs (PDF 219KB)
MI-Traverse City MLS Inputs (PDF 187KB)
MI-Traverse City Green Disclosure Statement (PDF 126KB)
NC-Triangle Area MLS Inputs (PDF 460KB)
NM-Albuquerque MLS Green Plans (PDF 213KB)
OR-Portland MLS Inputs (PDF 622KB)
OR-Portland Listing Abbreviations (PDF 157KB)
SC-Charleston MLS Inputs (PDF 188KB)
TN-Memphis Green Features Checklist (PDF 130KB)
TN-Middle TN MLS Inputs (PDF 93KB)
TX-Austin MLS Inputs (PDF 84 KB)
TX-San Antonio MLS Inputs (PDF 643KB)
TX-Houston MLS Green Plans (PDF 137KB)
Department of Energy Guide to Greening Your MLS (PDF 55KB)
"I am so glad to have this resource. When I went before my local MLS last November to enhance our MLS with green searchable fields, I had very little data to present. How much easier it is today (just a short 6 months later) with the information here. We have kinks to iron out before we expand our fields to include green features in existing homes, but we will, thanks to all the information you are making available. -Jane Bixler Conn, GREEN, Tallahassee, Florida
We Need Your Help
The Green REsource Council is collecting samples, guidelines and educational resources for model green MLS systems to add to our online repository. If you know of a green MLS that you think is a good model and you would like to share it with us, please tell us about the MLS data entry fields containing the green features at greendesignation@realtors.org. Please be sure to get permission from your local MLS board to share green data entry fields with NAR's Green REsource Council. Together, we can make the MLS a little greener!