at Plain Green Conference 2008

1. “Green Building”
Nebraska State Home Builders Assoc.
Green Build Council

2. * Environmental Impact *
• Reduced Toxic Emissions
• Less Land-filling
• Increased Use of Recycled Products
• Less Lumber Used
• Water Conservation Features

3. Reduced Toxic Emissions
• Low VOC paint
• Water base finishes
• Formaldehyde free materials
• Water base basement waterproofing

4. Less Land-filling
• Recycle wood waste for landscaping mulch
• Include a recycling center in the Kitchen or Garage
• Construction waste reduction, recycle and reuse plan
• Optimum Value Framing techniques
• Composting system

5. Increased Use of Recycled
Products
• Framing materials – Finger joint studs, paralams etc..
• Recycled paper on drywall
• FSC – Certified forestry products
• Bamboo or cork flooring
• Plastic bottle content in carpet
• Fly-ash in concrete

6. Water Conservation Features
• Shower heads that flow 2.5 gallons per minute or less
• Timers and rain controls on sprinkler systems
• Drought resistant sod & planting
• Permeable pavers v/s concrete paving
• Toilets water usage of 1.1 gals per flush
• Front load clothes washer

7. * Energy Savings *
• Five Star plus Energy Rating
• High Efficient Heating and Cooling Systems
• State of the Art Lighting Systems
• Air Tight Doors and Windows
• Energy Saving Appliances
• Increased Insulation

8. Five Star plus Energy Rating
• Building exceeds the 2003 International
Energy Code by 30% - 50%
• Third party verification by a Certified Energy Rater

9. High Efficient Heating & Cooling
Systems
• Central air conditioner - at least 14 SEER
• Forced-air gas furnace – at least 90.0 AFUE
• Air source heat pump – at least 14.00 SEER
• Ground source heat pump
• Set back programmable thermostat

10. State of Art Lighting Systems
• Fluorescent lighting in Kitchen area
• Each Bathroom contains a fluorescent fixture
• All exterior lighting is controlled by a photocell
• Day-lighting or sun tunnels

11. Air Tight Doors & Windows
• All windows have a NFRC rated with a U-rating of at least .33
• Window design allow for cross ventilation
• Exterior doors insulated to R-5
• Non-metal windows

12. Energy Saving Appliances
• Built in Dishwashers must be Energy Star rated
• Heating and Cooling equipment are Energy Star rated
• Clothes dryer with a humidity sensor
• Interior or exterior clothes line

13. Increased Insulation
• Insulate ducting in the attic
• Energy heels on roof trusses
• Non-toxic spray insulation
• Insulate foundation footing with R-8 rigid foam

14. * Comfort *
• No Air Leaks
• Tighter Construction techniques
• Efficient Hot Water Systems
• Sealed Fireplaces

15. No Air Leaks
• All ductwork joints sealed with low-toxic mastic
• Air tight caulking, gaskets & electrical boxes
• Foam all plumbing penetrations
• Blower door test completed by a Certified Energy Rater

16. Tighter Construction
• Have an exterior air barrier installed to manufacturer
specifications
• R-3.2 or better exterior wall sheathing
• Straw bale or mud rammed earth construction

17. Efficient Hot Water Systems
• Minimum water heater performance: Gas 0.60 EF / Electric 0.91
EF
• Install ½” insulation on all hot water lines
• Heat traps installed on hot & cold lines to the water heater
• Energy Star clothes washer

18. * Healthy Home *
• Less Indoor Air Pollution
• Fewer Asthma and Breathing Problems

19. Less Indoor Air Pollution
• Heat & moisture air exchangers
• CO detector installed if combustible appliances are used
• Range vent to the exterior
• Radon mitigation system

20. Fewer Asthma and Breathing
Problems
• Exhaust fan system in the Garage
• Central vacuum system ducted to exterior
• Humidifiers installed and serviced
• Bath fans on timers and ducted to exterior

21. For More Information
• Nebraska Green Build website
• nebraskagreenbuild.com
• Nebraska Energy Office web site
• neo.ne.gov/home_const/greenbuilthomes.htm
• Presenter – Greg Shinaut, Black Hills Energy