The document discusses various topics related to sustainability, green building, and reducing environmental impact. It provides examples of eco-town development in Britain, green building techniques for tropical climates, passive design strategies, and metrics for measuring genuine progress compared to traditional economic indicators. Concepts covered include green design, renewable energy, water catchment, local materials, reducing emissions, and climate change ethics.
The document discusses the EcoBlock, a proposed sustainable neighborhood development model for China. It aims to address the negative environmental impacts of China's current "Superblock" developments by making neighborhoods self-sufficient in energy, water, and waste through integrated systems. The EcoBlock would reduce China's infrastructure demands while improving quality of life. Initial analyses found the EcoBlock increased development costs by 5-10% but had reasonable financial returns, especially with higher utility rates or private management. Widespread adoption could significantly reduce China's environmental footprint.
This document summarizes lessons learned from NASA's experience with pursuing LEED certification for construction projects. It discusses the importance of including all relevant team members, understanding what motivates each person, and maintaining commitment. Technical lessons involve thoroughly researching new building technologies before using them and paying close attention to details with complex systems. Contractual lessons relate to specifying requirements early to avoid costs and delays.
James Patchett Rain Garden Designs and Much MoreSotirakou964
The document provides information on several sustainable building and landscape projects, including the Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing, NY, the Omega Center for Sustainable Living in Rhinebeck, NY, the Kresge Foundation Headquarters in Troy, MI, and the Iowa Green Streets Pilot Project in West Union, IA. The projects showcase approaches to integrate native landscaping, green infrastructure, renewable energy, and water management.
The document describes an "Eco-Block" model for sustainable neighborhoods in China. Eco-Blocks are designed to be mass-produced housing developments that generate their own energy from renewable sources, recycle water on-site, and produce minimal waste. The model aims to reduce China's infrastructure demands and environmental impacts compared to conventional development. A prototype Eco-Block is proposed for Qingdao, China consisting of 600 housing units designed with passive systems and on-site renewable energy and water recycling.
Iowa Lakes Community College bought a 21-year-old Butler building and, with the help of a Butler Builder®, transformed it into a world-class model for environmentally friendly features.
Changing Local and Institutional Cultures for Sustainable Development: Update...ESD UNU-IAS
This presentation was part of the RCE Americas Meeting 2017 in Vancouver, Canada on Sustainable Communities: Exploring the Role of ESD in Development of a “Green Culture”.
The Twin Rivers Charter School campus in Yuba City, California, covers just about every item on a new school wish list. Colorful and inviting? Check. Bright and sunny? Check. Easy to maintain? Check. Energy-efficient and environmentally sustainable? Check and check. Butler Manufacturing made it possible.
The document discusses the EcoBlock, a proposed sustainable neighborhood development model for China. It aims to address the negative environmental impacts of China's current "Superblock" developments by making neighborhoods self-sufficient in energy, water, and waste through integrated systems. The EcoBlock would reduce China's infrastructure demands while improving quality of life. Initial analyses found the EcoBlock increased development costs by 5-10% but had reasonable financial returns, especially with higher utility rates or private management. Widespread adoption could significantly reduce China's environmental footprint.
This document summarizes lessons learned from NASA's experience with pursuing LEED certification for construction projects. It discusses the importance of including all relevant team members, understanding what motivates each person, and maintaining commitment. Technical lessons involve thoroughly researching new building technologies before using them and paying close attention to details with complex systems. Contractual lessons relate to specifying requirements early to avoid costs and delays.
James Patchett Rain Garden Designs and Much MoreSotirakou964
The document provides information on several sustainable building and landscape projects, including the Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing, NY, the Omega Center for Sustainable Living in Rhinebeck, NY, the Kresge Foundation Headquarters in Troy, MI, and the Iowa Green Streets Pilot Project in West Union, IA. The projects showcase approaches to integrate native landscaping, green infrastructure, renewable energy, and water management.
The document describes an "Eco-Block" model for sustainable neighborhoods in China. Eco-Blocks are designed to be mass-produced housing developments that generate their own energy from renewable sources, recycle water on-site, and produce minimal waste. The model aims to reduce China's infrastructure demands and environmental impacts compared to conventional development. A prototype Eco-Block is proposed for Qingdao, China consisting of 600 housing units designed with passive systems and on-site renewable energy and water recycling.
Iowa Lakes Community College bought a 21-year-old Butler building and, with the help of a Butler Builder®, transformed it into a world-class model for environmentally friendly features.
Changing Local and Institutional Cultures for Sustainable Development: Update...ESD UNU-IAS
This presentation was part of the RCE Americas Meeting 2017 in Vancouver, Canada on Sustainable Communities: Exploring the Role of ESD in Development of a “Green Culture”.
The Twin Rivers Charter School campus in Yuba City, California, covers just about every item on a new school wish list. Colorful and inviting? Check. Bright and sunny? Check. Easy to maintain? Check. Energy-efficient and environmentally sustainable? Check and check. Butler Manufacturing made it possible.
Team Waikato from Wintec constructed a 1-bedroom relocatable house made of 90% sustainable materials like pine and plywood panels with minimal waste. The house has high insulation properties through its walls and roof, ensuring comfort year-round and significant energy savings. It is ideal for extra housing like farms or visitor accommodation. Key features include sustainably sourced pine, prefabricated insulated wall panels with little waste, a dark concrete floor for additional solar heat storage, and exterior shutters for insulation or shading of trombe walls.
http://www.limitlessvistas.org Limitless Vistas, INC. (LVI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization devoted to creating opportunity for disconnected youth. We are dedicated to 1) helping disadvantaged young people reconnect to society through education and job training;
2) Imparting job skills and behaviors to help facilitate gainful employment, build hope, families, communities and foster economic growth;
3) helping young people become stewards of their environment while introducing them to entry level career opportunities in the environmental field and green jobs.
This presentation will help you learn more about LVI and our Green jobs training programs in New Orleans, LA
This is the MSMF schedule for August 1 - 17, 2009.
International Promotion of Sustainable Engineering Initiative (IPOSE)
The International Promotion of Sustainable Engineering initiative is a project developed by the Michael Scott Mater Foundation that brings together representatives from academia, government, industry, capacity builders, and program managers/NGOs to discuss new technologies and processes being developed and their practical application at the national and community levels.
This document provides background information for a final presentation project for a school called Miquon School. It discusses the client, project overview, site location, client requests, guiding principles, inventory analysis, design requirements, case study benchmarks, site plans, sections, perspectives at different scales, performance analyses, and independent project proposals. The client, Miquon School, is an independent K-6 school in suburban Philadelphia that focuses on progressive learning. They requested moving to an urban environment while maintaining a close connection to the environment, increasing access to diversity and culture, and designing an ecologically advanced campus.
Belize Open Source - Sustainable Development and Engineers Without Borders-USA
(EWB-USA) in northern Belize
Patrick Coyle
EWB-SFP, Belize Open Source - Sustainable Development,
Public Laboratory
for LLNL- November, 2015
CA: Bay-Friendly Landscapes Case Studies - Ohlone College Newark Center for H...Sotirakou964
The Ohlone College Newark Center for Health Sciences and Technology achieved Bay-Friendly Landscape certification and LEED Platinum certification for its sustainable landscaping practices. The landscape was designed to manage stormwater runoff through a series of bioretention areas and a constructed wetland. Native plantings including sedges and grasses were used to create wildlife habitat and require less watering. The landscape serves as an educational tool for students to learn about environmental stewardship.
Class of 2017: LEED-certified Schools Make an ImpactUSGBC
The document provides descriptions of 14 sustainable school projects from around the world that have achieved LEED certification. It includes brief summaries of each project focusing on their sustainable features like use of natural daylight, energy efficiency, water conservation, renewable energy systems, and connection to the outdoor environment. Photos are also included to illustrate the projects.
First Half of 2019 LEED Schools: Leading the Green Schools Movement USGBC
The document describes several schools that have achieved LEED Gold certification for their sustainable designs and features. It provides photos and brief descriptions of the DeBeque PK-12 School in Colorado, which combined new additions with an existing structure; the Robeson Community School for the Arts in New Jersey, which underwent renovations and an addition; and the Frank J. Gargiulo Campus in New Jersey, which features wind turbines, geothermal heating, solar panels, and green roofs across its 350,000 square foot campus.
This document provides an overview of Belize Open Source - Sustainable Development and its partnership with Engineers Without Borders (EWB) chapters working on projects in northern Belize. It summarizes four EWB chapter projects: Cleveland State University's completed classroom building in August Pine Ridge, Iowa State University's solar fruit dryer project in Trinidad, Lamar University's planned bathroom facility for a school in Chunox, and Texas A&M University's planned water project in San Mateo. It also provides context on EWB-USA and the EWB-San Francisco Professional Chapter.
This document is Katherine Good's resume. It summarizes her education, including a Master of Architecture and Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Cincinnati, as well as relevant work experience at architecture firms. It lists her software skills and awards, including being on the Dean's List and receiving scholarships. Projects mentioned include a municipal building, spa, and school addition designs.
The document provides information on several schools that have achieved LEED certification for sustainability in their design and construction. It includes the school name, location, size and LEED level achieved. For some schools it also provides brief details on sustainable features like solar panels, daylighting, and energy efficiency. The schools are located in various states across the US.
This document provides information about a one-day event on April 29, 2009 in Washington DC about renovating and improving government facilities to make them more environmentally friendly. The event will cover understanding the Recovery Act funding and how to track funds from GSA, examining LEED certification, reducing costs through energy efficiency and renewable energy, and increasing productivity and health of employees. Attendees will learn about retrofitting buildings to be more sustainable, managing energy and waste strategically, conducting energy and water audits, and green purchasing.
Save the Rain: Controlling the Good Water/Bad Water Dilemma
Tom Rhoads, Commissioner, Onondaga County Dept of Water Environment Protection
Matthew Marko, Vice President, CH2M HILL
Presented at New York State Association of Counties Fall Seminar
September 12, 2012
Measure A is a $260 million bond passed in 2002 by San Ramon Valley voters to modernize and reconstruct schools. It has allowed the district to reduce overcrowding, upgrade outdated systems, and replace portable classrooms with permanent buildings. A citizens' oversight committee ensures funds are spent appropriately and provides community input on facilities planning. Thanks to Measure A and community support, the district has made major renovations and improvements across all school levels to create safer, more functional learning environments.
CA: Bay-Friendly Landscapes Case Studies - Willow ParkSotirakou964
Willow Park is a half-acre public park in Union City, California that showcases many Bay-Friendly landscape practices. The park earned the highest Bay-Friendly Rated Landscape score to date for its waste reduction features, onsite composting, diverse plant selection, no-mow turf alternative, and use of recycled materials. It provides amenities like picnic areas, playground equipment, and habitat for wildlife while conserving water through soil preparation, mulching, and the use of drought-tolerant native and Mediterranean plants. The park serves as a demonstration project for the City of Union City to educate the public on Bay-Friendly practices.
The Wayne Central School District is proposing a Facilities Preservation Project to address maintenance needs and safety issues across the district's schools. If approved, the $14.8 million project would be funded through New York state aid, EXCEL money, and the district's capital reserve fund, requiring no tax increase. Updates would include roof, window, and pavement replacements, security and lighting improvements, kitchen and bathroom renovations, and mechanical system repairs. Community input is being sought through building tours and meetings in November. Voting on the proposal will take place on December 14, 2011.
The document discusses several community initiatives in and around Iko Esai village in Nigeria. It summarizes that CERCOPAN has invited local school students to visit their Rhoko forest camp to learn about forest and primate conservation. It also mentions that the traditional rulers of surrounding Ayo communities took an oath of peace and unity to address youth unrest in the region. In other news, the document outlines that beekeeping and cocoa farming projects supported by CERCOPAN have increased incomes and production for local farmers.
Applied Sustainability on Kauai - ASOK 1Ken Stokes
The document discusses the history and key concepts of sustainability. It began with the Brundtland Commission in 1987 that defined sustainability around three spheres (economy, society, environment). John Elkington later coined the phrase "triple bottom line" referring to the same three spheres. The document then outlines several core concepts and challenges around sustainability, including the four conditions of a sustainable society according to The Natural Step, the two paths of mitigation and adaptation, five consensus themes, challenges around reducing ecological footprints, and exponential trends and tipping points related to climate change.
The document discusses planning for sustainability in Hawaii with a focus on small places, people, and footprints. It begins by explaining why sustainability is discussed and some "what if" scenarios to consider. It then discusses Hawaii's sustainability challenges and implications for planners, noting that half of Hawaii's residents live in small, rural places and projections show changing age and resident ratios.
The document summarizes presentations from a sustainability series on applied sustainability on Kauai. It includes summaries of presentations on the design problem in sustainability, the concept of sustainability being something different than maximizing growth or entropy. It also summarizes information on lifecycle assessments of US household consumption and trends in energy usage, carbon emissions, and Kauai's renewable energy potential from various sources like solar, wind, biomass, and hydroelectric.
Team Waikato from Wintec constructed a 1-bedroom relocatable house made of 90% sustainable materials like pine and plywood panels with minimal waste. The house has high insulation properties through its walls and roof, ensuring comfort year-round and significant energy savings. It is ideal for extra housing like farms or visitor accommodation. Key features include sustainably sourced pine, prefabricated insulated wall panels with little waste, a dark concrete floor for additional solar heat storage, and exterior shutters for insulation or shading of trombe walls.
http://www.limitlessvistas.org Limitless Vistas, INC. (LVI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization devoted to creating opportunity for disconnected youth. We are dedicated to 1) helping disadvantaged young people reconnect to society through education and job training;
2) Imparting job skills and behaviors to help facilitate gainful employment, build hope, families, communities and foster economic growth;
3) helping young people become stewards of their environment while introducing them to entry level career opportunities in the environmental field and green jobs.
This presentation will help you learn more about LVI and our Green jobs training programs in New Orleans, LA
This is the MSMF schedule for August 1 - 17, 2009.
International Promotion of Sustainable Engineering Initiative (IPOSE)
The International Promotion of Sustainable Engineering initiative is a project developed by the Michael Scott Mater Foundation that brings together representatives from academia, government, industry, capacity builders, and program managers/NGOs to discuss new technologies and processes being developed and their practical application at the national and community levels.
This document provides background information for a final presentation project for a school called Miquon School. It discusses the client, project overview, site location, client requests, guiding principles, inventory analysis, design requirements, case study benchmarks, site plans, sections, perspectives at different scales, performance analyses, and independent project proposals. The client, Miquon School, is an independent K-6 school in suburban Philadelphia that focuses on progressive learning. They requested moving to an urban environment while maintaining a close connection to the environment, increasing access to diversity and culture, and designing an ecologically advanced campus.
Belize Open Source - Sustainable Development and Engineers Without Borders-USA
(EWB-USA) in northern Belize
Patrick Coyle
EWB-SFP, Belize Open Source - Sustainable Development,
Public Laboratory
for LLNL- November, 2015
CA: Bay-Friendly Landscapes Case Studies - Ohlone College Newark Center for H...Sotirakou964
The Ohlone College Newark Center for Health Sciences and Technology achieved Bay-Friendly Landscape certification and LEED Platinum certification for its sustainable landscaping practices. The landscape was designed to manage stormwater runoff through a series of bioretention areas and a constructed wetland. Native plantings including sedges and grasses were used to create wildlife habitat and require less watering. The landscape serves as an educational tool for students to learn about environmental stewardship.
Class of 2017: LEED-certified Schools Make an ImpactUSGBC
The document provides descriptions of 14 sustainable school projects from around the world that have achieved LEED certification. It includes brief summaries of each project focusing on their sustainable features like use of natural daylight, energy efficiency, water conservation, renewable energy systems, and connection to the outdoor environment. Photos are also included to illustrate the projects.
First Half of 2019 LEED Schools: Leading the Green Schools Movement USGBC
The document describes several schools that have achieved LEED Gold certification for their sustainable designs and features. It provides photos and brief descriptions of the DeBeque PK-12 School in Colorado, which combined new additions with an existing structure; the Robeson Community School for the Arts in New Jersey, which underwent renovations and an addition; and the Frank J. Gargiulo Campus in New Jersey, which features wind turbines, geothermal heating, solar panels, and green roofs across its 350,000 square foot campus.
This document provides an overview of Belize Open Source - Sustainable Development and its partnership with Engineers Without Borders (EWB) chapters working on projects in northern Belize. It summarizes four EWB chapter projects: Cleveland State University's completed classroom building in August Pine Ridge, Iowa State University's solar fruit dryer project in Trinidad, Lamar University's planned bathroom facility for a school in Chunox, and Texas A&M University's planned water project in San Mateo. It also provides context on EWB-USA and the EWB-San Francisco Professional Chapter.
This document is Katherine Good's resume. It summarizes her education, including a Master of Architecture and Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Cincinnati, as well as relevant work experience at architecture firms. It lists her software skills and awards, including being on the Dean's List and receiving scholarships. Projects mentioned include a municipal building, spa, and school addition designs.
The document provides information on several schools that have achieved LEED certification for sustainability in their design and construction. It includes the school name, location, size and LEED level achieved. For some schools it also provides brief details on sustainable features like solar panels, daylighting, and energy efficiency. The schools are located in various states across the US.
This document provides information about a one-day event on April 29, 2009 in Washington DC about renovating and improving government facilities to make them more environmentally friendly. The event will cover understanding the Recovery Act funding and how to track funds from GSA, examining LEED certification, reducing costs through energy efficiency and renewable energy, and increasing productivity and health of employees. Attendees will learn about retrofitting buildings to be more sustainable, managing energy and waste strategically, conducting energy and water audits, and green purchasing.
Save the Rain: Controlling the Good Water/Bad Water Dilemma
Tom Rhoads, Commissioner, Onondaga County Dept of Water Environment Protection
Matthew Marko, Vice President, CH2M HILL
Presented at New York State Association of Counties Fall Seminar
September 12, 2012
Measure A is a $260 million bond passed in 2002 by San Ramon Valley voters to modernize and reconstruct schools. It has allowed the district to reduce overcrowding, upgrade outdated systems, and replace portable classrooms with permanent buildings. A citizens' oversight committee ensures funds are spent appropriately and provides community input on facilities planning. Thanks to Measure A and community support, the district has made major renovations and improvements across all school levels to create safer, more functional learning environments.
CA: Bay-Friendly Landscapes Case Studies - Willow ParkSotirakou964
Willow Park is a half-acre public park in Union City, California that showcases many Bay-Friendly landscape practices. The park earned the highest Bay-Friendly Rated Landscape score to date for its waste reduction features, onsite composting, diverse plant selection, no-mow turf alternative, and use of recycled materials. It provides amenities like picnic areas, playground equipment, and habitat for wildlife while conserving water through soil preparation, mulching, and the use of drought-tolerant native and Mediterranean plants. The park serves as a demonstration project for the City of Union City to educate the public on Bay-Friendly practices.
The Wayne Central School District is proposing a Facilities Preservation Project to address maintenance needs and safety issues across the district's schools. If approved, the $14.8 million project would be funded through New York state aid, EXCEL money, and the district's capital reserve fund, requiring no tax increase. Updates would include roof, window, and pavement replacements, security and lighting improvements, kitchen and bathroom renovations, and mechanical system repairs. Community input is being sought through building tours and meetings in November. Voting on the proposal will take place on December 14, 2011.
The document discusses several community initiatives in and around Iko Esai village in Nigeria. It summarizes that CERCOPAN has invited local school students to visit their Rhoko forest camp to learn about forest and primate conservation. It also mentions that the traditional rulers of surrounding Ayo communities took an oath of peace and unity to address youth unrest in the region. In other news, the document outlines that beekeeping and cocoa farming projects supported by CERCOPAN have increased incomes and production for local farmers.
Applied Sustainability on Kauai - ASOK 1Ken Stokes
The document discusses the history and key concepts of sustainability. It began with the Brundtland Commission in 1987 that defined sustainability around three spheres (economy, society, environment). John Elkington later coined the phrase "triple bottom line" referring to the same three spheres. The document then outlines several core concepts and challenges around sustainability, including the four conditions of a sustainable society according to The Natural Step, the two paths of mitigation and adaptation, five consensus themes, challenges around reducing ecological footprints, and exponential trends and tipping points related to climate change.
The document discusses planning for sustainability in Hawaii with a focus on small places, people, and footprints. It begins by explaining why sustainability is discussed and some "what if" scenarios to consider. It then discusses Hawaii's sustainability challenges and implications for planners, noting that half of Hawaii's residents live in small, rural places and projections show changing age and resident ratios.
The document summarizes presentations from a sustainability series on applied sustainability on Kauai. It includes summaries of presentations on the design problem in sustainability, the concept of sustainability being something different than maximizing growth or entropy. It also summarizes information on lifecycle assessments of US household consumption and trends in energy usage, carbon emissions, and Kauai's renewable energy potential from various sources like solar, wind, biomass, and hydroelectric.
This document discusses sustainability training for Kauai County management. It covers three key concepts: framing, systems thinking, and ecological footprints. For framing, it discusses how to communicate complex sustainability issues and provides examples of framing climate change and sustainability as family values. For systems thinking, it defines the concept and provides illustrations of causal loops and system dynamics. It also discusses avoiding fixes that fail. For ecological footprints, it discusses calculating humanity's demand on nature and provides links to footprint calculator tools.
The document discusses sustainability issues facing Hawaii and Kauai, including rising carbon dioxide levels, increasing resource use, and threats to ecosystems from climate change such as rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns, and sea level rise. It notes that sustainability requires addressing social, environmental and economic challenges together through approaches like adapting infrastructure and ecosystems to future conditions.
This document provides a summary of a keynote speech about sustainability on Kauai. It discusses how sustainability requires a new way of thinking that views the economy, community, and environment as interconnected spheres. The speaker argues this "whole systems thinking" recognizes the economy is shaped by and dependent on healthy communities and environment. They propose this framework provides a "new story" for understanding how the island system works and informing governance that integrates all three spheres for long-term prosperity and ecological health.
Making the case for fitting small farms into and around Hawaii's small towns as an integral land use strategy for sustainability. Ken Stokes presentation at 2011 Hawaii Congress of Planning Officials
The document summarizes green building concepts and examples from around the world in less than 3 sentences. It discusses the green building movement and variations in what defines green buildings. Examples of green buildings are provided from different countries and climates, along with principles and tools for evaluating sustainability like LEED and Hannover Principles. Guidelines for sustainable development of an Olympic City in China are proposed focusing on integrated design, renewable energy, water and waste management.
This document provides an overview of green buildings around the world. It discusses various green building rating systems used internationally like BREEAM in the UK, LEED in the US and other countries, Green Star in Australia, and CASBEE in Japan. It also presents examples of sustainable buildings and projects from different parts of the world showcasing green building design, including buildings in Mexico, China, Japan, Greece, and others. The document emphasizes that there are different perspectives and levels of difficulty in defining and achieving green buildings globally.
Sustainable Design Engineers is a civil engineering firm focused on providing sustainable solutions that consider environmental, social, and economic factors. They provide services in areas like green building design, water resource engineering, and urban planning. Their projects include campus upgrades, creek restoration, and mixed-use development. Their goal is to design low-impact infrastructure that balances stakeholder needs with environmental stewardship.
Eskew+Dumez+Ripple Gulf Coast Green PresentationM Gladden
Gulf Coast Green Symposium 2009
Reducing the Regions’ Footprint: options for reducing the region’s carbon and ecological footprints while we continue to grow and consume
The presentation by Steve Dumez, FAIA, Design Director for Eskew+Dumez+Ripple architects based in New Orleans, reviews the history and key issues of Sustainable Design within the building industry. In addition, the overall cost and environmental impact of LEED-certified building is broken down by rating and long term benefit.
Terra Bella Landscaping is an award-winning landscape design and construction company serving Santa Cruz County. They specialize in sustainable landscaping including rainwater harvesting and erosion control. The owner gives seminars on sustainable gardening and landscape design. Terra Bella uses CAD and photo rendering in their designs and has won numerous awards for their work.
St. Gabriel's Passionist Parish in North York, Ontario, Canada underwent a redevelopment project to construct a new church building that would better link the sacredness of the faith community with caring for the Earth. The building achieved LEED Gold certification and incorporated numerous sustainable design features like passive solar heating, rainwater harvesting, reused materials from the old church, and a living wall. While the project had many strengths in areas like daylighting, transportation access, and encouraging community, it could have placed even more emphasis on reusing materials, supporting local production, and improving indoor air quality.
St. Gabriel's Passionist Parish in North York, Ontario, Canada underwent a redevelopment project to construct a new church building that would better link the sacredness of the faith community with the sacredness of the Earth. The building achieved LEED Gold certification and incorporated numerous sustainable design features like passive solar heating, a living wall, rainwater collection, and reused materials from the previous church. While the project had many strengths in areas like daylighting, transportation, and materials, it could have placed even more emphasis on reuse, local production, and improving indoor air quality.
Final presentation mandell_andrews_statz_v5Luke Statz
This document proposes converting an adjacent building to a dormitory for students attending The Harbor School on Governors Island to reduce their long commuting times. It seeks LEED Platinum certification by utilizing sustainable features like a radiant concrete floor, insulated windows, and a greenhouse to provide climate control. Situating the dormitory between the existing school building could qualify it as a temporary structure to navigate historic district requirements. Partnerships with urban farming organizations are also proposed to promote sustainability education.
Green technology aims to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability. Ancient civilizations utilized various green technologies such as using wind energy for sailing, employing passive solar designs in buildings, and developing gray water recycling systems. Modern green technologies encompass renewable energy sources, green building practices, green nanotechnology, green chemistry, green computing, and eco-cities designed around sustainability. The goals of green technology are to meet needs of society indefinitely without harming natural resources and shift to closed-loop systems that eliminate waste.
Green technology, carbon footprints and eco citiesAshima Datta
Green technology aims to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability. Ancient civilizations utilized various green technologies such as passive solar building designs, water recycling systems, and wind energy. Modern green technologies encompass renewable energy sources, green building practices, green chemistry principles, green nanotechnology applications, green computing initiatives, and eco-city development. The goals of green technology are to meet society's needs indefinitely without harming the environment or depleting resources for future generations.
The document provides information about a rain garden project at Kansas State University aimed at reducing stormwater runoff and improving water quality. It discusses how the project engaged students and faculty in considering ecologically sound stormwater management practices. It also details how the rain garden was designed and constructed to treat stormwater runoff from a portion of Campus Creek as a demonstration project. The document emphasizes the importance of maintaining rain gardens and provides tips on weeding, watering, and choosing appropriate native plant species adapted to the local environment.
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This document discusses sustainable design and its importance. It provides definitions of key concepts like sustainable design, natural capitalism, and carbon footprints. It outlines factors to consider in sustainable design like regionalism, solar income, end use, and appropriateness. Methods for quantifying design impacts like eQUEST and ECOTEST are presented. The document argues that sustainability must be at the core of business practices and outlines how companies can transform through their actions, decisions, products, and marketing to have long-lasting positive impacts.
Sustainable livelihoods in Milne Bay: Eco-tourism versus logging (IWC5 Pres...Iwl Pcu
This document discusses sustainable livelihood strategies for communities in Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea, comparing eco-tourism and logging. It finds that an eco-tourism venture in one village provided greater annual cash benefits and income per capita than a logging operation. However, the analysis does not consider ecological costs and benefits, feedback effects on natural resources, or dynamics over time. While eco-tourism built social capital and linked economic activity to biodiversity protection more strongly, its benefits were marginalized as focus shifted elsewhere. The document calls for considering broader networks and system dynamics to fully evaluate different livelihood options.
LA: New Orleans: Bioswales in the BayouSotirakou964
The article summarizes the successful completion of the third annual WEF Service Project organized by the Students and Young Professionals Committee (SYPC). Over 75 volunteers helped build a 125 foot by 30 foot bioswale in New Orleans' Lower Ninth Ward to direct stormwater and improve water quality. The project was accompanied by a water carnival with educational booths. Planning is underway for next year's project in Los Angeles. The article also provides updates on other SYPC events at WEFTEC including the Young Professionals reception, process automation workshop, career fair, and student design competition.
D.Y.C. Engineering Services provides building and civil engineering contracting services including water supply installation, waste and sewerage management, interior design, carpeting, and external works. Located in Nairobi, the company has been operating since 2001 and offers quality construction services. It has completed projects such as perimeter walling, ablution blocks, and footbridges for government and private clients. D.Y.C. Engineering Services is committed to excellence in construction.
The Human Needs Project aims to build a community pod in Kibera, Kenya to address sanitation and clean water needs. The pod will include a well, public baths, toilets, cafe, market, and information center. It will use green technology and establish an economic model to ensure financial sustainability and local ownership through a cooperative structure. The project team has obtained site approval, developed initial designs, surveyed community needs, and is preparing to issue requests for proposals from Kenyan builders.
The document discusses Coca-Cola's water usage and initiatives to address community concerns about water depletion. Communities had demanded Coca-Cola shut plants, compensate affected residents, and pay for water remediation. In response, Coca-Cola implemented initiatives like women's empowerment programs, charitable giving, and water stewardship. The document also discusses the Sahara Forest Project, which uses greenhouse designs inspired by desert beetles to harvest fresh water in arid climates. It has successfully grown crops in greenhouses in the United Arab Emirates that supply more irrigation water than they use. The document suggests Coca-Cola could partner with this project to improve its water sustainability, public relations, and local agricultural assistance.
Hillcrest Primary School LEED Project Profile | Miron ConstructionMiron Construction
More and more we are seeing school districts take an interest in integrating sustainable design and construction into their school construction projects. When Shawano School District decided to build a new primary school in Shawano, WI, the team implemented a number of sustainable strategies that earned the project Gold LEED certification.
The Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design in Atlanta, Georgia was created to foster environmental education, research, and community outreach. It uses solar power and rainwater collection and treatment to be fully self-sufficient for energy and water. Waste is also managed on site through composting toilets and high recycling rates during construction.
Presentation at the Ministry of Energy, Science & Technology and Public Utilities Private Sector Forum, Pelican Beach Resort, Dangriga Town, Stann Creek Belize, April 4, 2013
Level 3 NCEA - NZ: A Nation In the Making 1872 - 1900 SML.pptHenry Hollis
The History of NZ 1870-1900.
Making of a Nation.
From the NZ Wars to Liberals,
Richard Seddon, George Grey,
Social Laboratory, New Zealand,
Confiscations, Kotahitanga, Kingitanga, Parliament, Suffrage, Repudiation, Economic Change, Agriculture, Gold Mining, Timber, Flax, Sheep, Dairying,
This document provides an overview of wound healing, its functions, stages, mechanisms, factors affecting it, and complications.
A wound is a break in the integrity of the skin or tissues, which may be associated with disruption of the structure and function.
Healing is the body’s response to injury in an attempt to restore normal structure and functions.
Healing can occur in two ways: Regeneration and Repair
There are 4 phases of wound healing: hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. This document also describes the mechanism of wound healing. Factors that affect healing include infection, uncontrolled diabetes, poor nutrition, age, anemia, the presence of foreign bodies, etc.
Complications of wound healing like infection, hyperpigmentation of scar, contractures, and keloid formation.
Elevate Your Nonprofit's Online Presence_ A Guide to Effective SEO Strategies...TechSoup
Whether you're new to SEO or looking to refine your existing strategies, this webinar will provide you with actionable insights and practical tips to elevate your nonprofit's online presence.
How Barcodes Can Be Leveraged Within Odoo 17Celine George
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GREEN BUILDING
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GREEN DESIGN, RESIDENTS & COMMUNITIES
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CONSTRUCTION/SHIPPING FOORPINT
Source: UK Carbon Calculator
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ECO - TOWNS IN BRITAIN
Britain is setting out to build 10 new eco-towns in 12 years.
Each town will:
1. Provide between 5,000 and 15,000 new homes.
2. Build on good links to surrounding towns and cities in
terms of jobs, transport and services.
3. Put back as much or more energy as it uses.
4. Excel in at least one area of environmental technology.
5. Meet new green standards for all buildings.
6. Provide at least 30% affordable homes.
7. Provide a minimum of one job per household reachable
with public transport, by bicycle or on foot.
8. Enable anyone to walk no more than 10 minutes to access
frequent transit.
SOURCE: http://ecotownsyoursay.direct.gov.uk/
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PULELEHUA GREEN TOWN
SOURCE: Mauii Land & Pineapple, http://www.pulelehua.com
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GREEN BUILDING: TROPICS
In the tropics, few of the green building techniques or LEED certification requirements apply
because climate is so different.
“Passive” design for the tropics is exactly the opposite of design for temperate zones.
For example, “passive” in the north requires air-tightness, whereas “open air” is elemental in the tropics.
Here are some tips for tropical design and building from Costa Rica:
•Extended shade roofs
• Cross Ventilation
• Natural Lighting
• Solar Power
• Using Waste Heat to Dry Clothes
• Living Plants for Shade
• A Flat, Usable Roof
• Recycled Roofing Material
• Rainwater Catchment
• Natural Coloring
• Chemical Free Wall Treatments
• Local Materials Use
• Hire Local Craftspeople
• Outdoor Garden Bathroom
• Blackwater/Sewage Treatment
• Saving Water
• Integrated recycling & composting
• Loft Spaces
Geoff McCabe, Pura Vida Sunsets, http://www.puravidasunsets.com/green-building-tour.html
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PASSIVE DESIGN IN THE TROPICS
SOURCE: City of Brisbane, Queensland, http://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/
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WHAT DO WE WANT OUR ROOFS TO DO?
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GREEN DESIGN FOR RISING SEAS?
The FLOAT House will in fact float up to twelve feet high with vertical guideposts and a raised four-foot chassis, prefabricated with
polystyrene foam coated in glass fiber reinforced concrete. It's also a net-zero energy structure, on track for LEED Platinum: All the
systems will sustain the home's power, air, and water needs -- it'll be solar and geothermal powered, while the roof will funnel and
reclaim rainwater. With 945 square feet of space, the interior has a living room, kitchen, and two bedrooms and bathrooms.
SOURCE: Morphosis Architects, http://morphopedia.com/projects/float-house
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GOODS & SERVICES IN CONTEXT
GREEN BUSINESS
&
GREEN CONSUMERS
A NEW TYPE OF ENTREPRENEUR
John Elkington (9min) on "Unreasonable People" [2009]
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COMPARATIVE E MISSION REDUCTIONS
SOURCES: Best Foot Forward (bestfootforward.com) and EarthDay (earthday.net/footprint) ecological footprint calculators.
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FLOW OF GLOBAL EMISSIONS
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EMISSIONS HISTORY
SOURCE: World Resources Institute, “Navigating The Numbers”, 2005
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CLIMATE CHANGE ETHICAL ISSUES
1. How much warming should we tolerate?
2. Who gets to use the atmosphere as a sink?
3. Who gets which share of the increase or decrease?
4. Who pays for damages to the atmosphere?
5. Are continuing damage actions criminal?
6. Is it immoral for the US to say mitigation is too costly?
7. Is it immoral for the US to wait until everyone else acts, too?
8. Should we gamble and wait for some saving technology?
9. Do the world’s poor get a say in which gamble we will take?
“if the world took climate change as a moral issue,
it would radically change the way this is being negotiated.”
Don Brown, Clinton administration climate negotiator at the UN Comission on Sustainable Development.
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GENUINE PROGRESS?
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’PROGRESS’ METRICS
NET:
$4,418
8.0X 5.9X 4.3X
$1,312
Source: Redefining Progress. 2006
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WEALTH = HAPPINESS?
www.happyplanetindex.org
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GREEN BUSINESS
A “Green Business” doesn't just comply with all environmental regulations and
take steps to conserve natural resources, prevent pollution, and reduce waste.
It also :
1. Is recognized as an environmental leader
2. Strengthens its bottom line through operating efficiencies
3. Improves employee morale & the health of the workplace
4. Holds a marketing edge over the competition
SOURCE: San Francisco Green Business Program: http://www.abag.ca.gov/bayarea/enviro/gbus/BGRewarding.html
According to DBEDT, businesses that become “green” can:
1. Reduce waste and utility costs
2. Improve systems and equipment performance
3. Attract environmentally conscious customers
4. Demonstrate community good will
5. Establish good relationships with regulators
6. Provide a safer workplace
7. Motivate and recognize employees' environmental efforts
SOURCE: http://www.hawaii.gov/dbedt/info/energy/resource/greenbusiness
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WASTE
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U.S. WASTE FLOWS
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MATERIAL FLOW ON HAWAI`I ISLAND
Source: Yale Center for Industrial Ecology, 2006 1 gigagram = 1,000 tons
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SOLID
WASTE
POPULATION
IMPORTS
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WASTE ON KAUA`I
Source: Kaua`i County Solid Waste Management Plan, 2008
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LANDFILL METRICS
Source: UK DEFRA, Municipal Waste Study, 2007
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WASTE SYSTEM LEVERS
Source: Minnesota Solid Waste Systems Mapping Report
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EVERY AMERICAN BORN WILL NEED…
3.7 million pounds of minerals, metals, and fuels in their lifetime.
Source: Mineral Information Institute
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GLOBAL EXTRACTION:
SUSTAINABLE RATE?
Best Case = current consumption rate Worst Case = ½ US consumption rate Source: How Long Will It Last? (Armin Reller & Tom Graedel)
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