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sustainable site
planning
thoughtful site
planning that minimizes disturbance to the natural environment while taking
advantage of sunlight and exterior views
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a. Optimize building
orientation; save energy with day-lighting.
b. Connect to the existing
public transportation infrastructure
c. Plan pedestrian access and
bike parking with shower facilities
d. Provide preferred carpool
parking; encourage alternative vehicle use
e. Do not exceed parking
capacity per code requirements
f. Design open spaces and reduce
building footprint as much as possible
g. Use a "green" vegetated of
"white" Energy Star compliant roof
h. Reduce light pollution; light
only for safety on building exterior |
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safeguarding
water and water efficiency
creating building systems
that reduce the amount of water used without compromising sanitation or
comfort
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a. Use sustainable landscaping to reduce
irrigation and maintenance
b. Reclaim water for irrigation use; “rainwater harvesting”
c. Use low-flow plumbing fixtures or waterless urinals to conserve water
d. Consider grey water recovery and UV treatment for drinking water
e. Provide a rain garden instead of a retention pond |
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energy
efficiency and renewable energy
reducing the use of energy
and the burning of fossil fuels with efficient lighting, careful planning of
building systems, and using renewable sources of energy such as wind and
solar power
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a. Building Skin
i. Use moisture control and air barriers on building envelope
ii. Design with low-e glazed windows
iii. Utilize high R-value insulation
b. Lighting / Power Systems
i. Review the mechanical systems throughout the life of the
building
ii. Support renewable and “clean” energy: wind,
hydro-electric, solar
c. Energy Saving Strategies
i. Maximize daylight harvesting
ii. Install high-efficiency light bulbs, sensors, and dimming
ballasts
iii. Use thin LCD computer monitors to reduce heat and energy
use
iv. Use LED light fixtures |
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human needs
and well-being
designing interior environments that are comfortable and inviting, supplied
with clean air and ventilation, and suffused with energy-efficient and
natural lighting |
a. Prohibit smoking inside; smoking room w/
isolated ventilation system
b. Use “UVGI” (ultraviolet germicidal irradiation) HVAC equipment
c. Use products that have low VOCs (volatile organic compounds)
d. Design for thermal comfort with individual control systems
e. Provide occupant connection to the outdoor environment
f. Increase opportunities for natural light and views to the outdoors |
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conservation
of materials and resources
recycling, reusing, and creatively adapting
materials to minimize waste
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a. Adopt a recycling program within the
facility
b. Recycle waste generated during demolition and construction
c. Reuse or salvage materials to extend resource life cycle
d. Use rapidly renewable and recycled materials
e. Use certified environmentally preferred products
f. Design with movable walls and multi-use spaces for flexibility
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