The document provides an overview of the National Green Building Standard (NGBS) certification program. It discusses the development and scope of the NGBS, the certification process, costs, accredited verifiers, product approvals, incentives, and revisions. The certification ensures projects meet the consensus-based requirements in the NGBS across various residential building types and levels of certification.
This document provides an overview of the National Green Building Program. It defines green building standards and discusses the development of the National Green Building Standard. The standard addresses lot design, resource efficiency, energy efficiency, water efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and other topics. Certification provides benefits to consumers, communities, and the building industry.
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This document summarizes Nike's journey towards more sustainable store operations and construction. It discusses key events in Nike's sustainability efforts, such as Earth Day in 1971, and implementing LEED certification starting in 2005. Milestones are highlighted, like achieving Silver certification in 2006 and Gold certification for their Oklahoma City store in 2011. The benefits of LEED certification are outlined, along with initial and evolving costs. Collaboration with landlords is also cited as important for negotiating favorable "cold dark shell" workletters to control build-out costs. In summary, the document chronicles Nike's progression in adopting greener building practices and gaining LEED certification for numerous factory store projects.
This is a summed up version of our first of four LEED Green Associate Training Sessions. The LEED Credentialing Study Sessions are a service that our club, Sustainable Build and Design has offered over the last two years, preparing over 30 LEED APs from BYU, industry, and nearby universities.
This presentation is specifically tailored to the real estate community.
Are you a real estate broker representing a tenant interested in LEED certified space?
A building owner, who the broker calls on and doesn’t know if he can look at the deal?
The lender he calls to assemble the financing being asked to underwrite the sustainable improvements?
Whoever you are, we are all in this together.
This course will introduce you to the basic structure of LEED, the different rating systems and most importantly the framework and terminology to make you confident in the market. We will cover the issues to know, the questions to ask and when to ask them. LEED is truly an integrative process and each individual involved in the project has an influence on the final product.
You will learn, what you have to consider for LEED and when you need to do it.
Leed 2009 for commercial interiors ci2009 checklist-detailsFathi Nada
This document is a checklist for a LEED 2009 for Commercial Interiors project. It lists several sustainable categories including Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, and Indoor Environmental Quality. For each category, it shows the total possible points and whether certain prerequisites and credits have been achieved, are in progress, or have not been attempted. Notes sections are included for each item.
Explore the Value of LEED Green Building in the Market TodayTorkBetterBusiness
www.torkusa.com
Small businesses can be reimbursed up to $25,000 in grants to acquire equipment or adopt processes that promote energy efficiency. In this presentation, Tork shows how to maintain your beautiful building design while still building green. Visit the Tork Better Business Center at betterbusiness.torkusa.com for business tips and advice.
Leed 2009 for commercial interiors ci2009 checklistFathi Nada
This document is a checklist for the LEED 2009 for Commercial Interiors certification. It lists the available credits in each category - Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, Innovation & Design Process, and Regional Priority. The project checklist notes which prerequisites and credits are pursued for a given project and tracks progress.
17 concepts you should know to pass the LEED v4 GA ExamRob Freeman
This document provides an overview of 17 key concepts to know for passing the LEED v4 Green Associate exam. It defines concepts like Minimum Program Requirements, Integrative Project Planning, Credit Interpretation Requests, LEED Boundaries, and categories such as Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, and Indoor Environmental Quality. For each concept, it provides a brief definition and relevant details about meeting the related LEED requirements. It concludes by advertising additional study materials and resources for exam preparation.
This document provides an overview of the National Green Building Program. It defines green building standards and discusses the development of the National Green Building Standard. The standard addresses lot design, resource efficiency, energy efficiency, water efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and other topics. Certification provides benefits to consumers, communities, and the building industry.
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This document summarizes Nike's journey towards more sustainable store operations and construction. It discusses key events in Nike's sustainability efforts, such as Earth Day in 1971, and implementing LEED certification starting in 2005. Milestones are highlighted, like achieving Silver certification in 2006 and Gold certification for their Oklahoma City store in 2011. The benefits of LEED certification are outlined, along with initial and evolving costs. Collaboration with landlords is also cited as important for negotiating favorable "cold dark shell" workletters to control build-out costs. In summary, the document chronicles Nike's progression in adopting greener building practices and gaining LEED certification for numerous factory store projects.
This is a summed up version of our first of four LEED Green Associate Training Sessions. The LEED Credentialing Study Sessions are a service that our club, Sustainable Build and Design has offered over the last two years, preparing over 30 LEED APs from BYU, industry, and nearby universities.
This presentation is specifically tailored to the real estate community.
Are you a real estate broker representing a tenant interested in LEED certified space?
A building owner, who the broker calls on and doesn’t know if he can look at the deal?
The lender he calls to assemble the financing being asked to underwrite the sustainable improvements?
Whoever you are, we are all in this together.
This course will introduce you to the basic structure of LEED, the different rating systems and most importantly the framework and terminology to make you confident in the market. We will cover the issues to know, the questions to ask and when to ask them. LEED is truly an integrative process and each individual involved in the project has an influence on the final product.
You will learn, what you have to consider for LEED and when you need to do it.
Leed 2009 for commercial interiors ci2009 checklist-detailsFathi Nada
This document is a checklist for a LEED 2009 for Commercial Interiors project. It lists several sustainable categories including Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, and Indoor Environmental Quality. For each category, it shows the total possible points and whether certain prerequisites and credits have been achieved, are in progress, or have not been attempted. Notes sections are included for each item.
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Small businesses can be reimbursed up to $25,000 in grants to acquire equipment or adopt processes that promote energy efficiency. In this presentation, Tork shows how to maintain your beautiful building design while still building green. Visit the Tork Better Business Center at betterbusiness.torkusa.com for business tips and advice.
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This document is a checklist for the LEED 2009 for Commercial Interiors certification. It lists the available credits in each category - Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, Innovation & Design Process, and Regional Priority. The project checklist notes which prerequisites and credits are pursued for a given project and tracks progress.
17 concepts you should know to pass the LEED v4 GA ExamRob Freeman
This document provides an overview of 17 key concepts to know for passing the LEED v4 Green Associate exam. It defines concepts like Minimum Program Requirements, Integrative Project Planning, Credit Interpretation Requests, LEED Boundaries, and categories such as Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, and Indoor Environmental Quality. For each concept, it provides a brief definition and relevant details about meeting the related LEED requirements. It concludes by advertising additional study materials and resources for exam preparation.
A good sustainability consultant provides:
1) Technical expertise and industry knowledge to deliver practical, cost-effective sustainability solutions for clients.
2) Engagement with design teams and supply chains to ask the right questions to find solutions that suit each client's needs and site dynamics.
3) A variety of knowledge and services from feasibility studies through to post-occupancy, including planning requirements, building regulations, energy strategies, BREEAM assessments, and more.
Drivers of green building product development include environmental concerns like climate change and toxic releases, higher energy costs, health concerns from time spent indoors, and water shortages. BuildingGreen assesses products using life-cycle thinking and criteria developed over 10+ years. Their top-10 green building products for this issue include Collins Pine FreeForm particleboard which is FSC-certified with no added urea-formaldehyde, 180 Walls wallcovering from Milliken which is 100% pre-consumer recycled, Bosch Evolution 800 Series dishwasher which is the most energy efficient available, LifeGuard cable from Houston Wire & Cable which contains no halogens or heavy metals, and LED downlights from LED Lighting F
1. The document outlines 24 concepts to know to pass the LEED AP exams, including prerequisites, minimum program requirements, potential technologies and strategies, LEED certification steps, and calculations related to densities, floor area ratios, indoor water use reduction, solar reflectance index, renewable energy production, green power and carbon offsets, and flush-out requirements.
2. Key concepts include prerequisites for becoming a LEED AP, minimum program requirements for LEED certification, reference standards and guides, the LEED certification process, and calculations required for various water, energy, and indoor air quality credits.
3. Memorizing the concepts, especially those related to calculations, is important for passing the exams.
The new LEED 2009 Rating System focused on structural changes to improve the LEED Rating System: aligning the rating systems to a 110-point system, an updated LEED Online, and a new Certification model. According, to the USGBC, "The ability to be flexible [with the evolution of the rating system] allows LEED to evolve, taking advantage of new technologies and advancements in building science while prioritizing energy efficiency and CO2 emissions reductions." Learn more about LEED at www.nexusboston.org/learn/leed-resources.
Overview of LEED NC v4 credits and changes from v2009 with particular emphasis on those credits related to Mechanical, Electrical, and Commissioning as presented by a USGBC Designated v4 Liaison.
This document provides an overview of 17 key concepts to know for passing the LEED v4 Green Associate exam. It defines concepts like Minimum Program Requirements, Integrative Project Planning, Credit Interpretation Requests, LEED Boundaries, and requirements in various LEED credit categories including Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, and Indoor Environmental Quality. Specific standards, calculations and materials are outlined for topics like flow rates, Full Time Equivalents, refrigerants, renewable energy, low-emitting materials, recycled content, rapidly renewable materials and exemplary performance.
The document provides information about the LEED certification process, including the different steps, tools, and requirements. It addresses questions about rating system selection, prerequisites, regional priority credits, project boundaries, the roles of USGBC and GBCI, and more. The series of multiple choice questions and answers cover a wide range of topics related to pursuing and achieving LEED certification for a project.
This document provides a summary of a LEED catch-up session covering green building overviews, changes to LEED 2009, and what will happen to existing LEED AP credentials. Key points include weighted credits and increased emphasis on energy in LEED 2009, restructuring of credentials and reference guides, and options for LEED APs to retain or change their specialty designation.
This document summarizes the LEED certification for a new construction project at Poly Prep Lower School. The project achieved Silver certification level with 34 total points. It earned points in the key areas of sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy & atmosphere, materials & resources, indoor environmental quality and innovation & design. Some highlights include optimizing energy performance, use of renewable energy, construction waste management, daylight and views, and contributions from a LEED accredited professional.
The document discusses the CIOB Green Mark Scheme, which aims to promote sustainability in the built environment in Sri Lanka. It provides certification for constructed buildings, building products, and building services. The certification evaluates areas like energy efficiency, water efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and more. Buildings can receive bronze, silver, gold, or platinum certification depending on their overall points. Certified buildings must be reassessed every three years. Product and service certification is also available to recognize environmentally friendly offerings. The certification schemes aim to drive the construction industry toward more sustainable practices.
The document discusses various aspects of the LEED green building certification process. It provides information on rating systems, prerequisites, credits, certification levels, roles of different organizations, and the overall goals of LEED and USGBC to transform building practices. Multiple choice questions test comprehension of these LEED concepts and requirements.
Leed green associate vi. stakeholder involvement in innovation answer Bilal Mohamed
The document discusses value engineering as a review process that identifies design alternatives that can reduce costs while improving performance. Value engineering reviews the lowest lifecycle cost options for design, materials, and processes to achieve the desired level of performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Conventional value engineering often cuts costs by removing building features, but for green buildings this can undermine the integrated performance of building systems.
1) The document provides an overview of a 4-hour presentation on LEED certification and exam preparation. It includes a case study of a LEED-certified home remodel project in Arizona.
2) The case study describes the LEED process and lessons learned, including comparisons to other rating systems. It discusses considerations around material selection, costs, energy analysis, and tax benefits.
3) It also explains the NAHB green rating system and compares the top priorities of LEED and NAHB.
LEED Existing Buildings Process And Issues Burnet D Brown 1 31 2009burnet53
The document provides an agenda and status report for a presentation on LEED-Existing Buildings and Benchmark Built's marketing strategy. The presentation covers LEED-EB certification, marketing strategies and opportunities for Benchmark Built's green building and inspection businesses. It also discusses positioning Benchmark Built in the residential and commercial markets with taglines. The document reviews the LEED-EB certification process and challenges, and compares LEED-EB to LEED for New Construction.
This document provides an overview and summary of the LEED for Commercial Interiors (LEED-CI) rating system. It describes the purpose and benefits of LEED certification for commercial interior projects. It also outlines the certification process and provides additional resources for project teams pursuing LEED-CI certification.
2011 06-21 green365 nahbrc - hph reoccuring issuesAmber Joan Wood
This document discusses how to identify and resolve recurring issues in high performing homes. It begins by outlining the goals of building high performing, energy efficient homes and introduces the concept of a "hotspot process" to prioritize and reduce recurring problems. The hotspot process involves 6 steps - identifying hotspots, prioritizing them, analyzing the root cause, documenting solutions, implementing training, and monitoring. An example hotspot of installing mechanical dampers is provided to demonstrate the process. Metrics for evaluating performance improvements from the hotspot process are also discussed.
2010 07-15 rbeem nahbrc industry partnership 07-15-10Amber Joan Wood
The document introduces the NAHB Research Center Building America team and its partners. It discusses the team's mission to develop cost-effective energy efficiency solutions for new and existing homes. It provides an overview of the team members and their capabilities, including research facilities, current projects, and quality management resources. The team works collaboratively with builders, remodelers, product manufacturers, and other organizations to conduct research that advances residential building energy efficiency.
This document provides an overview of Adobe Photoshop CS4 and introduces the basics of using the software. It covers starting Photoshop, setting up documents, opening images, and understanding the main interface components like menus, tools, palettes and layers. The document then explains how to perform common image editing tasks such as cropping, resizing, and correcting images. It concludes with a section on sharpening and softening images and how to save files.
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This document summarizes energy performance data from two high-performance homes - the Monmouth HPH in New Jersey and the Green Home 1 in Pennsylvania. Key findings include:
- The Monmouth HPH achieved 52% lower gas heating energy and 57% lower furnace electricity usage compared to a standard model home.
- Green Home 1 had significant air sealing with an infiltration rate of 2.35 ACH50 (<0.15 ACHnat) and zero duct losses to the exterior.
- Preliminary data showed the ground source heat pump in Green Home 1 had an average system COP of 5.17 for the monitoring period. The hybrid water heating system provided 51% of hot water from solar.
A good sustainability consultant provides:
1) Technical expertise and industry knowledge to deliver practical, cost-effective sustainability solutions for clients.
2) Engagement with design teams and supply chains to ask the right questions to find solutions that suit each client's needs and site dynamics.
3) A variety of knowledge and services from feasibility studies through to post-occupancy, including planning requirements, building regulations, energy strategies, BREEAM assessments, and more.
Drivers of green building product development include environmental concerns like climate change and toxic releases, higher energy costs, health concerns from time spent indoors, and water shortages. BuildingGreen assesses products using life-cycle thinking and criteria developed over 10+ years. Their top-10 green building products for this issue include Collins Pine FreeForm particleboard which is FSC-certified with no added urea-formaldehyde, 180 Walls wallcovering from Milliken which is 100% pre-consumer recycled, Bosch Evolution 800 Series dishwasher which is the most energy efficient available, LifeGuard cable from Houston Wire & Cable which contains no halogens or heavy metals, and LED downlights from LED Lighting F
1. The document outlines 24 concepts to know to pass the LEED AP exams, including prerequisites, minimum program requirements, potential technologies and strategies, LEED certification steps, and calculations related to densities, floor area ratios, indoor water use reduction, solar reflectance index, renewable energy production, green power and carbon offsets, and flush-out requirements.
2. Key concepts include prerequisites for becoming a LEED AP, minimum program requirements for LEED certification, reference standards and guides, the LEED certification process, and calculations required for various water, energy, and indoor air quality credits.
3. Memorizing the concepts, especially those related to calculations, is important for passing the exams.
The new LEED 2009 Rating System focused on structural changes to improve the LEED Rating System: aligning the rating systems to a 110-point system, an updated LEED Online, and a new Certification model. According, to the USGBC, "The ability to be flexible [with the evolution of the rating system] allows LEED to evolve, taking advantage of new technologies and advancements in building science while prioritizing energy efficiency and CO2 emissions reductions." Learn more about LEED at www.nexusboston.org/learn/leed-resources.
Overview of LEED NC v4 credits and changes from v2009 with particular emphasis on those credits related to Mechanical, Electrical, and Commissioning as presented by a USGBC Designated v4 Liaison.
This document provides an overview of 17 key concepts to know for passing the LEED v4 Green Associate exam. It defines concepts like Minimum Program Requirements, Integrative Project Planning, Credit Interpretation Requests, LEED Boundaries, and requirements in various LEED credit categories including Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, and Indoor Environmental Quality. Specific standards, calculations and materials are outlined for topics like flow rates, Full Time Equivalents, refrigerants, renewable energy, low-emitting materials, recycled content, rapidly renewable materials and exemplary performance.
The document provides information about the LEED certification process, including the different steps, tools, and requirements. It addresses questions about rating system selection, prerequisites, regional priority credits, project boundaries, the roles of USGBC and GBCI, and more. The series of multiple choice questions and answers cover a wide range of topics related to pursuing and achieving LEED certification for a project.
This document provides a summary of a LEED catch-up session covering green building overviews, changes to LEED 2009, and what will happen to existing LEED AP credentials. Key points include weighted credits and increased emphasis on energy in LEED 2009, restructuring of credentials and reference guides, and options for LEED APs to retain or change their specialty designation.
This document summarizes the LEED certification for a new construction project at Poly Prep Lower School. The project achieved Silver certification level with 34 total points. It earned points in the key areas of sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy & atmosphere, materials & resources, indoor environmental quality and innovation & design. Some highlights include optimizing energy performance, use of renewable energy, construction waste management, daylight and views, and contributions from a LEED accredited professional.
The document discusses the CIOB Green Mark Scheme, which aims to promote sustainability in the built environment in Sri Lanka. It provides certification for constructed buildings, building products, and building services. The certification evaluates areas like energy efficiency, water efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and more. Buildings can receive bronze, silver, gold, or platinum certification depending on their overall points. Certified buildings must be reassessed every three years. Product and service certification is also available to recognize environmentally friendly offerings. The certification schemes aim to drive the construction industry toward more sustainable practices.
The document discusses various aspects of the LEED green building certification process. It provides information on rating systems, prerequisites, credits, certification levels, roles of different organizations, and the overall goals of LEED and USGBC to transform building practices. Multiple choice questions test comprehension of these LEED concepts and requirements.
Leed green associate vi. stakeholder involvement in innovation answer Bilal Mohamed
The document discusses value engineering as a review process that identifies design alternatives that can reduce costs while improving performance. Value engineering reviews the lowest lifecycle cost options for design, materials, and processes to achieve the desired level of performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Conventional value engineering often cuts costs by removing building features, but for green buildings this can undermine the integrated performance of building systems.
1) The document provides an overview of a 4-hour presentation on LEED certification and exam preparation. It includes a case study of a LEED-certified home remodel project in Arizona.
2) The case study describes the LEED process and lessons learned, including comparisons to other rating systems. It discusses considerations around material selection, costs, energy analysis, and tax benefits.
3) It also explains the NAHB green rating system and compares the top priorities of LEED and NAHB.
LEED Existing Buildings Process And Issues Burnet D Brown 1 31 2009burnet53
The document provides an agenda and status report for a presentation on LEED-Existing Buildings and Benchmark Built's marketing strategy. The presentation covers LEED-EB certification, marketing strategies and opportunities for Benchmark Built's green building and inspection businesses. It also discusses positioning Benchmark Built in the residential and commercial markets with taglines. The document reviews the LEED-EB certification process and challenges, and compares LEED-EB to LEED for New Construction.
This document provides an overview and summary of the LEED for Commercial Interiors (LEED-CI) rating system. It describes the purpose and benefits of LEED certification for commercial interior projects. It also outlines the certification process and provides additional resources for project teams pursuing LEED-CI certification.
2011 06-21 green365 nahbrc - hph reoccuring issuesAmber Joan Wood
This document discusses how to identify and resolve recurring issues in high performing homes. It begins by outlining the goals of building high performing, energy efficient homes and introduces the concept of a "hotspot process" to prioritize and reduce recurring problems. The hotspot process involves 6 steps - identifying hotspots, prioritizing them, analyzing the root cause, documenting solutions, implementing training, and monitoring. An example hotspot of installing mechanical dampers is provided to demonstrate the process. Metrics for evaluating performance improvements from the hotspot process are also discussed.
2010 07-15 rbeem nahbrc industry partnership 07-15-10Amber Joan Wood
The document introduces the NAHB Research Center Building America team and its partners. It discusses the team's mission to develop cost-effective energy efficiency solutions for new and existing homes. It provides an overview of the team members and their capabilities, including research facilities, current projects, and quality management resources. The team works collaboratively with builders, remodelers, product manufacturers, and other organizations to conduct research that advances residential building energy efficiency.
This document provides an overview of Adobe Photoshop CS4 and introduces the basics of using the software. It covers starting Photoshop, setting up documents, opening images, and understanding the main interface components like menus, tools, palettes and layers. The document then explains how to perform common image editing tasks such as cropping, resizing, and correcting images. It concludes with a section on sharpening and softening images and how to save files.
2010 05-17 performing as designed - amber woodAmber Joan Wood
This document summarizes energy performance data from two high-performance homes - the Monmouth HPH in New Jersey and the Green Home 1 in Pennsylvania. Key findings include:
- The Monmouth HPH achieved 52% lower gas heating energy and 57% lower furnace electricity usage compared to a standard model home.
- Green Home 1 had significant air sealing with an infiltration rate of 2.35 ACH50 (<0.15 ACHnat) and zero duct losses to the exterior.
- Preliminary data showed the ground source heat pump in Green Home 1 had an average system COP of 5.17 for the monitoring period. The hybrid water heating system provided 51% of hot water from solar.
2011 08-09 nahbrc-ip - reetum business start-up kitAmber Joan Wood
This document discusses tools and resources that could help residential remodelers and contractors successfully provide and promote energy efficiency upgrades to homeowners. It summarizes research from focus groups with remodelers about barriers they face and what would help overcome those barriers. Remodelers said that homeowners need education on the benefits of energy upgrades in order to see them as an investment rather than just a cost. Tools suggested include resources to project potential savings from upgrades and information from credible sources. Referral programs with energy auditors were also seen as beneficial.
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The document summarizes a pilot program to retrofit homes at Greenbelt Homes, Inc. and Fort Benning to improve energy efficiency. Baseline monitoring was conducted from 2010-2011, building envelope upgrades from 2011-2012, and HVAC upgrades from 2012-2013 will be monitored. Preliminary testing and cost analysis have been done, and long-term energy use monitoring will analyze energy savings. The goal is to demonstrate cost-effective retrofit solutions that enhance energy efficiency and indoor comfort while reducing moisture issues and energy costs.
The document outlines initial functional specifications for an electronic records archiving system, organized into workflow requirements, document management requirements, records management requirements, and archival requirements. It describes functions needed to support archiving like capturing records through business processes, storing and tracking documents and records, generating metadata, integrating with other systems, and preserving records long-term through functions like storage on archival media and record disposal. The specifications are expected to evolve as understanding develops.
This document summarizes a case study of the Armory Park del Sol development in Tucson, Arizona, which featured single-family homes designed to achieve net zero energy use. Key aspects discussed include the development being an urban infill project located downtown near cultural attractions; homes featuring energy efficient construction methods and solar electric systems; and collaboration with the local utility on the solar installation and energy guarantee program.
The document provides examples of events from the author's life that highlighted their strengths and areas where they felt most fulfilled. The first example discusses their success with public speaking competitions in 4H as a child. The second example talks about making movies with friends in junior high and enjoying writing scripts and acting. The third example describes their role as goalkeeper for an elite soccer team and enjoying the pressure and leadership aspects of the position. The final example discusses coaching the soccer team after their playing career. The author finds satisfaction in expressing themselves, working with others on creative projects, performing under pressure, and being a leader.
National Green Building Certification provides a standardized process for certifying homes as green. The National Green Building Standard establishes requirements in six areas and four certification levels. Projects are verified by third parties to ensure compliance. Certification offers benefits to homeowners, builders, and the environment through resource efficiency and reduced environmental impacts.
Interesting in becoming a LEED AP in the Operations and Maintenance specialty? This course intro will give you an overview of the existing buildings operation and maintenance accredited professional track.
This document outlines a presentation given by Mark Price on LEED for Homes and ENERGY STAR for Homes. The agenda includes an introduction to LEED for Homes and ENERGY STAR, an overview of green building strategies, and a question and answer session. LEED for Homes and ENERGY STAR were discussed as frameworks for making homes more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. Key areas covered include site planning, water and energy use, materials selection, and indoor air quality.
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)_COLIYAT, Erwin S.-Final ...ErwinSColiyat
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This document summarizes alternatives to LEED certification, including Passive House standards and the Green Globes system. Passive House focuses on dramatically reducing building energy usage through a methodology involving optimized insulation, air tightness, and ventilation. Green Globes is a web-based assessment and rating program that provides guidance and certification across seven environmental categories. A presentation describes updates to Green Globes for new construction, including criteria developed through consensus, an increased focus on energy and materials, and compliance with federal sustainability principles.
The document discusses the Argentina Green Building Council (AGBC) and green building certifications. It states that the AGBC is a non-profit organization established in 2007 with a mission to promote sustainable building design. It discusses green building standards like LEED and compares LEED for New Construction and LEED for Existing Buildings. The document also addresses common strategies and benefits around sustainable sites, water and energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor air quality.
This document summarizes Nike's journey towards more sustainable store operations and construction. It discusses key events in Nike's sustainability efforts, such as Earth Day in 1971, and implementing LEED certification starting in 2005. Milestones are highlighted, like achieving Silver certification in 2006 and Gold certification for their Oklahoma City store in 2011. The benefits of LEED certification are outlined, along with initial and evolving costs. Collaboration with landlords is also cited as important for negotiating favorable "cold dark shell" workletters to control build-out costs. In summary, the document chronicles Nike's progression in adopting greener building practices and gaining LEED certification for numerous factory store projects.
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a green building certification program developed by the USGBC that provides standards for environmentally sustainable construction and operation of buildings. It evaluates projects in six categories such as energy use, water efficiency and indoor air quality. Inscape products can help contribute to LEED certification in certain categories like energy and atmosphere or indoor environmental quality. Projects are awarded certification levels from certified to platinum based on the total points achieved.
The document discusses alternatives to LEED certification, including Passive House and Green Globes standards. Passive House focuses on dramatically reducing building energy usage through a methodology involving optimized insulation, air tightness, passive solar gains, and efficient ventilation. Green Globes is an online assessment and rating program that provides a transparent, affordable alternative to LEED with a focus on energy, materials, and indoor environmental quality. Enterprise Green Communities criteria provide a holistic approach for affordable housing that emphasizes integrative design, healthy living, and resource efficiency.
This document provides an overview of green building standards and incentives. It discusses what constitutes a green building and various standards like LEED, Green Globes, and Energy Star. LEED is described in more detail, including its rating systems, categories of criteria, and certification levels. The document also outlines some criticisms of LEED and discusses defining success with clients. Government requirements and incentives for green building are briefly addressed.
This document provides an overview of green building standards and incentives. It discusses what constitutes a green building and various standards like LEED, Green Globes, and Energy Star. LEED is described in more detail, including its rating systems, categories of criteria, and certification levels. The document also outlines some criticisms of LEED and discusses defining success with clients. Government requirements and incentives for green building are briefly addressed.
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This document provides an overview of green building standards and incentives. It discusses what constitutes a green building and various standards like LEED, Green Globes, and Energy Star. LEED is described in more detail, including its rating systems, categories of criteria, and certification levels. The document also outlines some criticisms of LEED and discusses defining success with clients. Government requirements and incentives for green building are briefly addressed.
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This presentation is a brief overview of sustainable design and the LEED Rating Systems. It covers the benefits of green buildings as well as the basic concepts and terms of the LEED Rating Systems.
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This document discusses Berkeley's process for incorporating energy efficiency and sustainability into affordable housing developments funded through its HOME Investment Partnerships Program. It outlines the city's housing trust fund process and land development process, and explains how the city works with developers during design, permitting, and construction to implement green building practices. This results in more energy efficient and environmentally friendly affordable housing that lowers costs for owners and tenants. However, financing pressures can sometimes work against incorporating green features due to higher costs. The document provides examples of green materials and systems used in Berkeley affordable housing projects.
The document discusses Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), a green building certification program used worldwide. It was developed by the U.S. Green Building Council in 1998 to provide a framework for identifying and implementing sustainable building strategies. LEED provides third-party verification that a building was designed and built using methods to improve performance in areas like energy savings, water efficiency, and indoor environmental quality. It has different rating systems for various building types that evaluate categories like sustainable sites, water and energy use, materials and resources, and indoor air quality.
Rating systems like LEED, Green Globes, and ENERGY STAR help define green buildings by rating their environmental features and sustainability practices. They provide transparency about a building's green attributes and efficiency to tenants, owners, and the public. While each system has strengths and weaknesses, rating helps validate sustainability claims and differentiate high-performance buildings in the market.
The document provides information on LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification. It discusses what LEED is, the different rating systems for new construction, interior design, operations and maintenance, and neighborhood development. It describes the prerequisites and credits structure that projects earn points in areas like location, sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy use, and indoor environmental quality to achieve LEED certification at certified, silver, gold or platinum levels. Example high performing LEED projects are also mentioned.
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2. Learning Objectives
At the end of this program, participants
will be able to:
1. Explain the development of the National Green Building Standard, its
scope, and the opportunities for project certification
2. Identify program eligibility requirements for certification under the
Standard
3. Details the process, roles and responsibilities of the participants
4. Explain the Research Center’s green certification process under the
National Green Building Standard
3. Agenda
NAHB Research Center
The National Green Building Standard
Certification Program
The Green Scoring Tool
Certification Costs
Green Approved Products
Revision Process
FTC Green Guides
3
4. Research Center History
Founded in 1964
Wholly-owned subsidiary of NAHB
Independent, for-profit research firm
Originally a small product testing lab
Grown to full-service housing
technology/product research firm
4
5. Mission
Improve the quality, affordability,
durability, environmental performance of
housing
Methodology
Promote innovation in home building
products/systems, technology, &
construction processes by helping to
remove barriers
5
6. Diffusion of Innovation
25 years to gain full market penetration
Innovation Impediments
Dominance of small firms
Lack of industry integration
Poor flow of information among industry
players
High cost of deployment
Diverse, local building codes
Jan. 2004, U.S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Development
6
7. Market Research
Lab Testing, Approval & Certification
Third-party accredited
Field Evaluations & Demonstrations
Code Development & Compliance
Information Dissemination
ToolBase.org
7
8. National Green Building
Standard
Approved by American National
Institute of Standards (ANSI)
January 2009
Provides rating system of a
home’s environmental impact
Sets four performance levels for
green homes
Government entities look to ANSI
standards to set industry
benchmarks
Designed to be voluntary, above-
code program
9. Hallmarks of ANSI Process
Consensus by balance of stakeholders
Broad-based public review and comment
Consideration of comments submitted
Incorporation of approved changes into
standard
Right to appeal for anyone who believes
due process was not respected
9
10. Lot
Design
Operation & Energy
Maintenance Healthy Efficiency
Comfortable
Durable
Energy Efficient
Indoor Air Water
Quality Efficiency
Resource
Efficiency
10
12. The Difference
ANSI-approved consensus standard
Written in code language
Few mandatory provisions
Expansive, flexible point-based system
Multiple paths for energy compliance
All residential
12
13. Scope of NGBS
Communities
Homes
Single Family
Additions
Renovations
Multi-family
Additions
Renovations
Green Remodel Path
15. Land Development
One - Four Stars
Point-based performance criteria
Measures for planning, design, and construction
Mixed-use development
Urban, suburban, rural
Various certification options
Can help builders earn points for home compliance
15
27. 1204 E Oregon
Pre HERS 195
Post HERS 118 ($78 avg month)
Annual Savings $900
Water Savings 43%
Purchase 90k
Days on Market 3
Sales Price 345k
gstreetinc.com
32. Program Differences
LEED H LEED NC NGBS
Philosophy Top 25% Top 25% Bring green to
mainstream
Scope SF new New All residential
construction, construction,
low rise and residential and
mid-rise commercial,
major
renovations
Available 136* 69* 1100+
Points
*Moving to 100 point system
32
33. Program Differences
LEED H LEED NC NGBS
Threshold Total points, Total points Certification
Point Ratings not categories based on
of points lowest score
in any
category
Points 33% 37% 17%
Needed for
Certification
Practices 89 72 350
Available
33
34. More Program Differences
LEED H LEED NC NGBS
Energy Mandates Prescriptive or 3 Paths:
Performance Energy Star – Performance Bronze = 15%
for baseline 15% above Path above 2006
certification 2006 IECC IECC
Site Selection / Focuses on Focus on Focuses more
Lot Design characteristics completed on site itself
of land building, not
surrounding practices
site construction
34
35. More Program Differences
LEED H LEED NC NGBS
Promotion LEED awards Points for No points in
points for LEED AP Standard for
promoting promotion
LEED and
hiring LEED
AP
Innovation Separate Separate Innovation
category category points in every
category
35
36. LEED ND
Designed primarily for neighborhoods adjacent to
previously developed land
Strongly promotes multi-modalism, particularly use
of transit
Density minimum 7 units per acre, effective lot size
40x100
Requires grid-like connectivity yet also requires all
slopes above 15% be avoided
Cost: Minimum $30,000+ for 20 acres and under
36
37. Certification to the NGBS
Standard
defines
green
National Project
certification verification
ensures ensures
consistency compliance
37
38. How to Get Green Certified
CERTIFICATION PROCESS
38
56. Accredited Verifiers
Qualify
Must have previous experience in residential
construction and green building
Train & test
Training delivered 24/7
Approximately 5 hours
Accredit
Must have sufficient insurance
Auto and liability
56
57. Verifier Rules
No HBA employees
Builders and employees may not verify their own
homes
No trade contractors or product supply companies
No sampling
Design consultants, including architects ok with
disclosure
Subject to periodic audit and quality control review
57
58. Verification Principles
Verifier’s Resource Guide sets policy
Not Standard, personal opinion, previous
experience, other programs
All interpretations documented for consistency
Points approved only if practice meets intent
of Verifiers Resource Guide
Practices must be observed by Verifier
Unless documentation review is allowed
No self-verification
58
61. Cost Comparison
Rating Bronze / Emerald/
Silver Gold
System Certified Platinum
National
Green
Building
1 - 2% 3% 7% 16%
Standard
LEED-H 3-6% 5 – 7% 11 –13% 17 – 23%
Total costs shown as a % of
baseline house costs
61
62. Verification Costs
Market Rate
Inspections typically 1-2 hours each
(rough & final)
Many verifiers provide other services
HERS raters
Design services
Nationwide network
63. Certification Fees
NAHB Member Non-member
Single Family $200 $500
Multi-Family $200 + $20 per unit $500 + $20 per
unit
Land $2,500 $2,500
Development
63
65. Green Approved Products
Pre-approved points for products
Assists builders with making product
choices
Link in Green Scoring Tool
Simplifies specifications and field inspections
Simple and seamless process for builders to
select products
65
67. Mandates, Recognition,
Incentives
Mandates
Longmont, CO; Phoenix, AZ
Legislative Recognition
IGCC
States: MD, GA
Municipalities: AR, ID, WA
Incentives
Financial: NYS, DE, NH
67
68. Program Stats
Single-Family Homes (new / remodeled) 2,852
Pipeline – rough inspection scheduled 827
Multifamily Buildings (new / remodeled) 69
Units within MF Buildings 2,252
Pipeline - rough scheduled 100+
Land Developments 13
Lots within Land Developments 648
68
69. NYSERDA Incentive
Eligibility:
New residential or mixed-use
Substantial renovation
11 units or less
Certified Silver or higher to Standard or LEED – H
Must be inspected by GRBP Technician
Incentive
$5,125 for SF home - $13,375 for 11-unit MF building
To building owner at time of C of O
Between Jan 2010 – October 31, 2013
Capped at $120,000 in calendar year
69
70. ANSI Revision Process
Comments collected since ANSI-approval
Consensus Committee announced
First meeting March in DC
Process to take 18 months
Public comment and hearings
Transition period after completion before
effective date
70
71. LOOK FOR THIS MARK.
IT’S PROOF THAT YOUR
HOME IS GREEN!
71
73. Greenwashing
One or more elements
1. Overstatement of environmental attributes
2. Emphasis on single environmental attribute with others
ignored
3. Irrelevant claims
FTC brings law enforcement actions against false
or misleading marketing claims
Green Guides explain how FTC will protect
against unfair or deceptive acts or practices
73
75. Bad Green Claims
Inflated or unsubstantiated claims
Specific health benefits
Promise of utility bill reductions
Vague claims
“all natural”
“environmentally-friendly”
False eco-labels
Use labels that are accredited
No self-certification
Irrelevance
No lead paint
75
76. FTC Certification Guidance
Certification Basis
Clear and prominent qualifying
language
Certification Types
First Party
Second Party
Independent, Third-Party
76
78. Amber Wood
Manager, Energy Programs
awood@nahbrc.com
Michelle Desiderio
Director, Green Building Programs
mdesiderio@nahbrc.com
NAHB Research Center
800-638-8556
www.nahbrc.com
www.NAHBGreen.org
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Today I have several items that I intend to cover in this presentation.I will review the National Green Building Standard, how it was developed, and how the Standard can be used to have your homes, multifamily buildings, or land developments built in compliance with the Standard. I will also review the NAHB Research Center’s certification program for projects built in compliance with the Standard.I will review The Green Scoring Tool which is a free online resource for you to score your current projects to see if they comply with the Standard.I’ll review certification costs because I am sure all of you will want to understand what it might cost to have your home built in compliance with the Standard and to have it verified and certified.Last, I’ll briefly touch upon the Green Approved Products program which was developed as another tool to help builders to build green certified projects as well as the timeline for updating the Standard.
In 2006 NAHB and the International Code Council decided to start the process to develop a green building rating system that would be approved as an American National Standard by the American National Institute of Standards. The ANSI process ensures open discussion and public review and comment to ensure a robust credible standard. A consensus committee was convened that consisted of 43 members with representatives from the US Department of Energy, the US Environmental Protection Agency, and the US Green Building Council. Other members represented the various aspects of the residential construction industry, code officials, and local government officials. Only three builders served on the committeeIn January 2009 ANSI approved the National Green Building Standard and today it remains the ONLY ANSI-approved green building rating system.
Many people have asked what is different about the Standard than other national and local programs.The Standard and the NAHB Research Center’s certification program were designed to bring green building practices to the mainstream.First, it remains the only ANSI-approved green building rating system which bestows it with credibility and legitimacy.Second, it was written in code language – not so that it would be adopted as code, it was always intended to be used as a voluntary, market-driven certification program – but because builders, architects, contractors, and remodelers are familiar with code language. This makes it especially accessible to builders.The Standard has few mandatory provisions, however, to be certified at any level a builder must incorporate many green practices into the project. This ensures the rigor of the Standard while also providing builders with flexibility to adapt their projects to their consumers, their climate, their geography, and the housing type they are building.This flexibility is seen in the fact that there are multiple paths for energy efficiency compliance.Last, the Standard applies to all types of residential development, construction, and renovation.
The Standard provides criteria for the certification of land development and communities. Land developments can range from a few lots to hundreds of acres. Like the rest of the Standard, certification is based on the developer selecting enough practices at the planning, design, and construction stages to attain the point minimums for certification.The land development certification is completely separate from the building certifications, although builders who select lots within a certified development are likely to find that they can more easily earn the necessary points for compliance for the Lot Design Chapter of the Standard.All development can attain certification under the Standard regardless of if it is rural, suburban, or urban as the Consensus Committee believed that all land development could have fewer environmental impacts if certain practices are incorporated.
Land Developments are certified on a One-to-Four Star basis.Land developments can have other uses, but must contain at least some residential uses.All development can attain certification under the Standard regardless of if it is rural, suburban, or urban as the Consensus Committee believed that all land development could have fewer environmental impacts if certain practices are incorporated.
The Standard can be used for all types of single family construction. It has been used successfully by custom, production, spec, and volume builders.
Eligible homes are big, small, and every size in-between.Homes are located in urban areas on small infill lots, typical suburban lots, and large, multi-acre rural lots.
The Research Center has certified many Habitat for Humanity and workforce homes, demonstrating that it is compatible with affordable housing. To see the full range of housing types being certified to the Standard please visit the Gallery of Certified Homes on NAHBGreen.org.
All types of multi-family buildings can be certified to the Standard – from low rise construction to high-rise apartment buildings. We have certified affordable MF projects as well as luxury rental apartments.
All types of multi-family buildings can be certified to the Standard – from low rise construction to high-rise apartment buildings. We have certified affordable MF projects as well as luxury rental apartments.
All types of multi-family buildings can be certified to the Standard – from low rise construction to high-rise apartment buildings. We have certified affordable MF projects as well as luxury rental apartments.
The entire building will be certified at a specific level – all of the green practices must be in every unit for the builder to be able to claim credit for that practice.Mixed use buildings, such as a building with ground floor retail and apartments above can be certified, however, only the residential portion of the building would be certified.
Gut rehabs of SF and MF buildings are certified using essentially the same process and practices as new construction.However, the Consensus Committee also provided a streamlined path for renovations of older homes and MF buildings.For buildings constructed prior to 1980 the Standard offers a Remodel Path for certification.To be certified under The Remodel Path builders must do three things:Improve the energy efficiency of the buildingImprove the water efficiency of the buildingImplement five indoor air quality practicesCertification under the Remodel Path is strictly performance based. Projects that can attain a 20% improvement over the building's current energy and water usage can be certified at the Bronze level all the way up to 50% improvement over the baseline for the Emerald level.
Gut rehabs of SF and MF buildings are certified using essentially the same process and practices as new construction.However, the Consensus Committee also provided a streamlined path for renovations of older homes and MF buildings.For buildings constructed prior to 1980 the Standard offers a Remodel Path for certification.To be certified under The Remodel Path builders must do three things:Improve the energy efficiency of the buildingImprove the water efficiency of the buildingImplement five indoor air quality practicesCertification under the Remodel Path is strictly performance based. Projects that can attain a 20% improvement over the building's current energy and water usage can be certified at the Bronze level all the way up to 50% improvement over the baseline for the Emerald level.
The National Green Building Certification Program has three components.The Standard defines what constitutes a green development, home, or renovation.Project verification by an independent, third-party verifier of all practices ensures compliance with the Standard’s rigorous requirements.Last, certification by the NAHB Research Center ensures national consistency – so that a green certified home in North Carolina is held to the same standard as a green certified home in Hawaii.
The Standard and the certification program are designed specifically for the residential construction industry.The certification process fits seamlessly with the way homes are constructed.First, use The Green Scoring Tool, available online, to score your home to the Standard.Hire an NAHB Research Center Accredited Verifier to perform the inspections. A list of Accredited Verifiers are listed on NAHBGreen.org. Provide the Verifier with the scoring report that lists all of the green practices to be included in the home.Start construction of the home. Schedule the rough inspection with the verifier. The verifier must complete an inspection of the home before the drywall is up so they can see the practices, like insulation, behind the drywall. If the drywall goes up before the rough inspection the home can not be certified. The Verifier will notify the Research Center of the upcoming inspection.If the builder is new to the program the Research Center will send the builder a Builder Agreement, which must be signed and returned to the Research Center, as well as an invoice for the certification.
The Verifier will complete the rough inspection and have the builder sign the report. The report is sent to the Research Center .Every verification report is reviewed by Research Center staff within one business day. If we think there might be a problem we will contact the builder and / or verifier to see if the problem can be rectified.Construction continues and the builder should schedule the final inspection once construction is finished.The Verifier will complete a final inspection and send that to the Research Center. Provided that the Research Center has received the signed Builder’s Agreement and the payment, the Research Center will issue the certificate within one business day of receipt of the final report.
Let me briefly review the free online Green Scoring Tool – which is essentially the TurboTax for the Standard. The Scoring Tool will walk you through the Standard so that you can score your home and see what is necessary to attain certification.
As you use the tool to score your home, there is a Project Dashboard at the bottom of the page that provides you with a snapshot of how close your project is to certification.As you work thru the Standard, the scoring tool presents each practice and you simply check off if you plan to meet that practice. When you have completed each practice simply click on the Save & Continue bottom which is at the bottom of the page (but not shown on the slide). There are also links near the bottom of the page that provide the builder with additional information and resources such as the expected documentation, what the verifier will be looking for, and additional resources on green building science.
Most new green builders love the functionality and all the supporting information in the green scoring tool.For those builders that are more experienced and want a faster way to score their homes the Research Center has a Scoring Spreadsheet that can be downloaded to your computer. It is significantly faster to score a home than the scoring tool and doesn’t require you to be online.We highly recommend that new green builders start by exploring online The Green Scoring Tool -- the spreadsheet is not as intuitive as the online version – and graduate to the spreadsheet version.
Let’s briefly review the cost for a project to be green certified.
Let’s briefly review the cost for a project to be green certified.
For any green building program, there are three buckets of costs:The cost of practices and products to comply with the programThe cost for verificationThe cost for certificationWe will look at each of these buckets separately.
The NAHB Research Center prepared a report to compare the costs of compliance and program costs for a code-minimum home to be in compliance to the Standard at the four certification levels. The Research Center looked at homes in two markets: Washington, DC, and Dallas. The homes were all priced at approximately $250,000.The Research Center found that for a code-compliant home to reach the Bronze level of certification it was approximately 1-2% addition for the practices necessary for compliance. Overall not a significant cost increase as is often thought to be the case.I should note that for builders who construct EnergyStar certified homes the additional cost to comply for the remaining green items is very small. However, the green certification allows the builder to enjoy the full marketing benefits of being green and not just energy efficient. As homes move towards higher levels of certification the costs increase as a result of the increased number of practices that need to be incorporated. An Emerald certified home will have a large number of green practices and will likely include more costly measures such as very high efficiency equipment, solar, or even geothermal systems.Please remember that these costs are compared to a 2006 IECC code minimum home. If you are already building above code then the cost to meet the certification levels will be less.
Verifier fees are market rate and based on supply and demand in that area. If a verifier is also providing Energy Star or other inspection services then the cost is typically reduced because the travel time and some inspection is shared. It is also logical to expect that the verification for an large Emerald level custom home will take longer and cost more than a small production Bronze level home. There are over 400 verifiers in our nationwide network and there are 50 active verifiers in North Carolina. Be sure to use a Research Center Accredited verifier. Accredited verifiers can be found by clicking on the “find a Verifier” link at nahbgreen.org If they are not listed they are not authorized to do inspection for the certification.
The Research Center’s Certification fees are designed to be very affordable at $200 per home or MF building, with MF buildings also having an additional fee of $20 per unit.Land Development certification is $2500. For very small subdivisions there is even a reduced certification fee.
Briefly I want to also cover the NAHB Research Center’s Green Approved Product program.
Last I want to mention that the Standard is just starting the process to be updated and revised.The NAHB Research Center serves as Secretariat for the Standard and has been collecting comments from the public and our program partners on how to improve the Standard since 2009.A Consensus Committee was selected and met for the first time in March in Washington DC. The Committee will review all of the suggested changes as well as look at all of the Chapters to see if there are any areas for improvements.The revision process is expected to take 18-24 months. All of the meetings are public and there will be a number of comment periods for the public to weigh in on any proposed changes.You can follow the revision process and provide comments at nahbrc.com.Once the revisions have been approved by ANSI we anticipate there will be a transition time for builders using the current Standard to transition over the more updated version without disruption to the construction process.
The Federal Trade Commission recently proposed revisions to its guidelines for businesses that make green marketing claims.The new guides come at a time when the FTC is beefing up its enforcement. So far, the FTC has brought seven environmental advertising enforcement actions under the Obama administration, compared to zero during the eight years of the Bush administration.All builders should be aware of the FTC’s guidance to ensure they are not making any deceptive or misleading environmental claims about their homes.While builders have to be careful to market their green homes accurately, the Green Guides will help weed out builders who are making spurious green claims about their homes and make it easier for consumers to find legitimate green builders.
In a nutshell, greenwashing is the practice of making an unsubstantiated or misleading claim about the environmental benefits of a product, service, technology or company practice.Builders should understand the guidelines that the FTC has adopted regarding green marketing claims to avoid be considered misleading or deceptive.
According to the FTC, any green marketing claims should be specific, qualified, and substantiated.Specific environmental claims are easier to substantiate than general claims and less likely to be deceptive. An unqualified general claim of environmental benefit may convey that the product has far-reaching environmental benefits, when it doesn't.A home is labeled "eco-friendly." This claim would be deceptive if it leads consumers to believe that the home has environmental benefits that the builder can't substantiate. It would not be deceptive if "eco-friendly" were followed by clear and prominent language limiting the "friendly" representation to the home’s attribute for which it could be substantiated, and if the context didn't create any other deceptive implications. Qualifications (that is, disclosures or explanations) pertaining to an environmental claim should be clear, prominent and understandable. Builders making express or implied claims about the attributes of their homes must a reasonable basis for their claims. A reasonable basis often may require competent and reliable evidence, which is defined as tests, analyses, research, studies or other evidence.
Specific health benefits are very hard to substantiate. Avoid any claim that you can not prove. Likewise, unless you are providing an energy bill guarantee, which some builders do provide, don’t promise utility bills will be lower by a specific amount. Environmental claims such as “green”, “eco-friendly” or “environmentally-friendly” are just too general. They lack clarity, and in the past have not been able to be substantiated. Reference reputable third-party certifications as your proof to your green claims.Make sure claims are relevant to the home building industry and to your homes specifically.There are plenty of legitimate and important green benefits of homes built in compliance to the National Green Building Standard that no builder should have to worry about running afoul of the FTC’s rules.
We believe that homes marketed as green because they are certified in compliance with the National Green Building Standard meet the FTC’s stringent guidance.The NAHB Research Center’s green certification program is based on the National Green Building Standard which provides clear and detailed information as to how a home can be certified to one of four certification levels.The FTC created three categories of certifications based on how much reliance consumers should place in those certifications. First party or self-certifications are those that are conferred on a product or a home by the builder or manufacturer. The FTC requires these certifications to include a disclosure that they are self-certified by the builder.Second party certifications are conferred by a membership organization. For example if the green home certification was provided by a local or state HBA. For these certifications the FTC said there was a material connection between the builder and the HBA and therefore there should also be a disclosure on the certification.The highest level of certification were those that were truly independent, third-party. These the FTC does not require any additional qualification.
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