The document discusses a green home remodel project in Truro, Massachusetts. It summarizes that the home was remodeled while maintaining the existing footprint, orienting it along an east-west axis for passive solar gains. Sustainable materials with recycled content and low VOCs were used throughout. Water and energy efficiency strategies like dual flush toilets and Energy Star appliances were incorporated to reduce utility costs. Natural daylighting through skylights and windows also improved indoor environmental quality.
This document provides an overview of green building concepts, design principles, and practices. It discusses how green buildings are designed and constructed to reduce environmental impact through efficient use of resources and healthier, more productive spaces. Key aspects covered include orientation, daylighting, water and energy management systems, sustainable materials, and HVAC strategies. Green building certification programs like LEED provide standards to measure sustainability performance. When properly designed and constructed, green buildings can cost less to operate while achieving excellent energy efficiency.
Dr omar khattab kuwait green building forumgreenbuilding
The document describes a presentation given by Dr. Omar Khattab on green buildings and LEED rating systems in Kuwait. Dr. Khattab is the Chairman of the Department of Architecture and Acting Dean of the College of Architecture at Kuwait University. The presentation covers topics such as why build green, sustainable architecture, recycling architecture, an introduction to LEED, the LEED rating system, and why LEED is relevant for Kuwait.
LEED for Commercial Interiors
LEED for Commercial Interiors is the green benchmark for the tenant improvement market.
LEED for Commercial Interiors is the recognized system for certifying high-performance green tenant spaces that are healthy, productive places to work; are less costly to operate and maintain; and have a reduced environmental footprint. It gives tenants and designers, who do not always have control over whole building operations, the power to make sustainable choices. Making these choices during tenant improvements and interior renovations can dramatically affect the indoor environment.
This rating system was developed specifically for tenants in commercial and institutional buildings who lease their space or don’t occupy the entire building.
LEED for Commercial Interiors was designed to work hand-in-hand with the LEED for Core & Shell rating system, used by developers to certify the core and shell of a project and prepare the building for environmentally conscious tenants.
Global Alternative Compliance Paths are available for this rating system.
Links:-
LEED 2009 for Commercial Interiors Rating System
LEED 2009 for Commercial Interiors Checklist
The document discusses sustainability and the LEED rating system. It defines sustainability and explains that there are three pillars of sustainability: environmental, social, and economic. It then describes the LEED rating system developed by the U.S. Green Building Council to certify sustainable buildings and professionals. LEED provides standards for environmentally sustainable and energy-efficient buildings, addressing factors like site development, water and energy use, materials, and indoor air quality.
Learn more about:
Renewable Choice and LEED
Electricity production in the U.S.
Green building
Green power
Emission Reductions
Why Renewable Choice?
Renewable Choice Energy is a leading provider of climate change solutions including green power, carbon offsets, and renewable energy advisory services. Recognized as a trusted partner to numerous major brands, Renewable Choice was the recipient of the prestigious Green Power Supplier of the Year award in 2012 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and has been featured in hundreds of media outlets. To learn more, visit www.renewablechoice.com.
Green building codes, programs & rating systemslaneycollege
This document summarizes information on green building codes, programs, rating systems, and concepts in California. It discusses California's goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and require zero net energy homes by 2020-2030. It also describes several green building rating systems, including LEED, Green Point Rated, One Planet Communities, and the 2030 Challenge. The document emphasizes the importance of taking a holistic, lifecycle approach to green building that considers impacts beyond code minimums, such as embodied energy, pollution, and effects on future generations.
This document provides an overview of green building concepts, design principles, and practices. It discusses how green buildings are designed and constructed to reduce environmental impact through efficient use of resources and healthier, more productive spaces. Key aspects covered include orientation, daylighting, water and energy management systems, sustainable materials, and HVAC strategies. Green building certification programs like LEED provide standards to measure sustainability performance. When properly designed and constructed, green buildings can cost less to operate while achieving excellent energy efficiency.
Dr omar khattab kuwait green building forumgreenbuilding
The document describes a presentation given by Dr. Omar Khattab on green buildings and LEED rating systems in Kuwait. Dr. Khattab is the Chairman of the Department of Architecture and Acting Dean of the College of Architecture at Kuwait University. The presentation covers topics such as why build green, sustainable architecture, recycling architecture, an introduction to LEED, the LEED rating system, and why LEED is relevant for Kuwait.
LEED for Commercial Interiors
LEED for Commercial Interiors is the green benchmark for the tenant improvement market.
LEED for Commercial Interiors is the recognized system for certifying high-performance green tenant spaces that are healthy, productive places to work; are less costly to operate and maintain; and have a reduced environmental footprint. It gives tenants and designers, who do not always have control over whole building operations, the power to make sustainable choices. Making these choices during tenant improvements and interior renovations can dramatically affect the indoor environment.
This rating system was developed specifically for tenants in commercial and institutional buildings who lease their space or don’t occupy the entire building.
LEED for Commercial Interiors was designed to work hand-in-hand with the LEED for Core & Shell rating system, used by developers to certify the core and shell of a project and prepare the building for environmentally conscious tenants.
Global Alternative Compliance Paths are available for this rating system.
Links:-
LEED 2009 for Commercial Interiors Rating System
LEED 2009 for Commercial Interiors Checklist
The document discusses sustainability and the LEED rating system. It defines sustainability and explains that there are three pillars of sustainability: environmental, social, and economic. It then describes the LEED rating system developed by the U.S. Green Building Council to certify sustainable buildings and professionals. LEED provides standards for environmentally sustainable and energy-efficient buildings, addressing factors like site development, water and energy use, materials, and indoor air quality.
Learn more about:
Renewable Choice and LEED
Electricity production in the U.S.
Green building
Green power
Emission Reductions
Why Renewable Choice?
Renewable Choice Energy is a leading provider of climate change solutions including green power, carbon offsets, and renewable energy advisory services. Recognized as a trusted partner to numerous major brands, Renewable Choice was the recipient of the prestigious Green Power Supplier of the Year award in 2012 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and has been featured in hundreds of media outlets. To learn more, visit www.renewablechoice.com.
Green building codes, programs & rating systemslaneycollege
This document summarizes information on green building codes, programs, rating systems, and concepts in California. It discusses California's goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and require zero net energy homes by 2020-2030. It also describes several green building rating systems, including LEED, Green Point Rated, One Planet Communities, and the 2030 Challenge. The document emphasizes the importance of taking a holistic, lifecycle approach to green building that considers impacts beyond code minimums, such as embodied energy, pollution, and effects on future generations.
A green building is a structure that is designed to reduce environmental impact and improve occupants' well-being. It uses resources efficiently throughout its lifecycle by conserving energy and water and generating less waste. Green buildings provide environmental, economic and social benefits like reduced operating costs, improved air and water quality, and enhanced occupant health. While initial costs may be higher, green buildings save money over the long term. Examples of green building practices include using sustainable materials, maximizing natural light, and incorporating renewable energy systems.
The slide about sustainable of green building on design efficiency and the effect to human society, world and health. The content also support United Nation sustainable goal and carry unethical problem and suggestion to overcome.
This document outlines a seminar on sustainable housing and green building. The learning objectives are to summarize how real estate agents can assist consumers with green building resources and options, differentiate between sustainable and green building concepts, identify tipping points that have led to greater green awareness, and explain the value of life cycle analysis for green materials. Key topics covered include the role of real estate agents in green building, sustainable building concepts, quantifiable rating systems, and new responsibilities related to green building standards and tax incentives.
This document discusses green buildings and the LEED rating system. It defines a green building as one that reduces negative impacts on the environment through efficient energy and water use, renewable energy, waste reduction, indoor air quality, and sustainable materials. It describes the various categories of the LEED rating system, including sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality, innovation, and integrative process. It also defines LEED professional credentials.
Green building involves constructing and renovating buildings using processes and materials that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout a building's life-cycle. Typical construction waste from a home amounts to 8000 pounds, while buildings consume over half of total U.S. electricity. Green building aims to reduce waste, energy and water usage during construction, design efficient buildings, and select sustainable materials. However, higher costs and concerns over comfort present obstacles, though programs like LEED and government incentives increasingly support green building.
This document provides information about Navajo FlexCrete, a company that produces building materials from recycled materials. It discusses FlexCrete's product line of blocks, panels and other masonry units made from fly ash. The document also outlines the environmental and economic benefits of FlexCrete's products, its operations and plans for expansion. It provides examples of constructed homes and discusses opportunities in the green building market.
Green Building Rating Systems and the Role of the Project ManagerDavis Ciprikis
Dissertation in Bs.c. in Construction Management year 2016 in Green Building Rating Systems and the Role of the Project Manager that looks at BREEAM and LEED in the Irish construction industry with comprehensive literature review followed by semi structured interviews with different professional backgrounds.
The Green Building 101 Workshop is a full-day workshop providing a general introduction to green building concepts, techniques and materials, including the impact of various building certification systems on building contractor businesses, and the implications of various credentials for their employees.
The goal of the workshop is to provide a participant with the background necessary to make informed decisions about next steps for their business model and/or for training and credentialing. This workshop is designed for contractors interested in gaining the basics of green building. From knowledge to networking, this workshop is your ticket to entering the green economy.
Why should you attend this workshop?
* Gain a foundation in green building
* Learn from experts in the field
* Networking with potential employers
* Subsidized workshop fee
The workshop will be led by staff from The Green Roundtable / NEXUS, and assisted by guest speakers from leading institutions such as ICF and ABCD. All instructors have extensive experience in the field.
This is an equal opportunity program - auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. This workshop is a project of Green Jobs Boston, the Mayor’s Office of Jobs and Community Services and the Boston Redevelopment Authority. A project of the Massachusetts State Energy Sector Partnership, funded in whole by a $6M grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment & Training Administration.
A green building is one that minimizes environmental impact through resource efficient design, construction, and operation. An integrated design process considers interrelationships between building systems to optimize performance. Setting clear environmental goals early in the process helps ensure the green potential is realized cost effectively.
we just finished our presentation towards this slide and our assignment about green technology and new style of view and look for building. you can add more on how to create a better style of building. this is to create the better future of having a high standard of quality and in the same time, saving the green plant and decorate it in a best environment that we could have as a suggestion. might trying to improving the technology and eco-friendly things in a way to saving the economic side.
National Association Of REALTORS® Green DesignationDoug Devitre
Doug Devitre presents the National Association Of REALTORS® Green Designation 2 day core course and the reasons why you must take it. This PDF was designed for associations, companies and course providers to help market, communicate and advertise the GREEN designation for their members.
The document provides an introduction to the ICC 700-2008 National Green Building Standard. It addresses the environmental impact of buildings and established the NGBS to rate residential buildings based on their potential environmental impact. The NGBS encourages green building practices like water and energy conservation, material resource efficiency, and indoor air quality. It established thresholds like Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Emerald to encourage higher performing green buildings. The standard can be administered by governmental jurisdictions or independent third parties and provides a rating tool to promote sustainable construction and operation of residential buildings.
An Introduction to the LEED Rating SystemsAllison Beer
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.
This document provides an overview of a presentation on environmental and sustainable issues. It discusses topics like passive and active hybrid building designs, sustainable building materials, renewable energy technologies, green building codes and standards, and more. It also includes sections on specific sustainable building certification programs like LEED and SEED. Additional topics covered include bioclimatic principles, the economic benefits of green buildings, whether they are more expensive to build and operate, and case studies of sustainable building projects.
Green buildings aim to reduce environmental impact through sustainable design and construction practices. LEED certification is a point-based rating system that evaluates buildings in several categories like energy efficiency, water conservation, materials selection, and indoor air quality. While some think green buildings are more expensive, studies show the average premium is less than 2% of costs while savings from reduced electricity and water usage offset increased costs within the first year. Various LEED certification programs exist for new and existing buildings including schools, focusing on factors like sustainable sites, water and energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality.
The document discusses the Holland Board of Public Works' journey to transition from a coal-fired power plant to a more sustainable energy system. After facing legal and financial challenges, HBPW conducted an extensive study that determined a natural gas plant with supplemental wind power was the best option. The resulting $200 million Holland Energy Park project will reduce emissions by 50% while doubling efficiency. It will serve as an example of environmental stewardship and public engagement in energy planning.
GREEN BUILDING STRATEGIES & PROJECT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR A SUSTAINABLE FU...Raghavendra Rachamadugu
Buildings and homes (or the “built environment”) affects natural environment. Buildings, where people spend 90% of their time, adversely impact human health. Buildings also account for 40% of energy and 16% of the water used annually worldwide. Air quality inside buildings is 2 to 5 times worse than outside
There are many factors to consider while studying the impacts of buildings
• Land use and ecosystems where buildings are built
• Materials and practices used to construct buildings
• Material, chemical, energy and water resources used to maintain and operate buildings
• Demolition and waste of a building at the end of its life
Green Building involves minimizing these negative environmental and human health impacts and enhancing positive results throughout the building’s entire life cycle. In addition to environmental benefits, through integrated design, they can be constructed at the same or lower cost than conventional buildings.
Today, buildings are responsible for more than 40% of global energy used, and as much as one third of global greenhouse gas emissions, both in developed and developing countries. In absolute terms, it is estimated that building-related GHG emissions to be around 8.6 billion metric tons CO2 eqv in 2004. What is particularly worrying is the rate of growth of emissions: between 1971 and 2004, carbon dioxide emissions, including through the use of electricity in buildings is estimated to have grown at a rate of 2.5% per year for commercial buildings and at 1.7% per year for residential buildings. Furthermore, the Buildings and Construction Sector is also responsible for significant non-CO2 GHG emissions such as halocarbons, CFCs, and HCFCs (covered under the Montreal Protocol), and hydro fluorocarbons (HFCs), due to their applications for cooling, refrigeration, and in the case of halocarbons, insulation materials. According to a survey published in 2007, one-third of population believe that global warming is the world’s most critical environmental problem, nearly double the amount of people who agreed with the same statement in 2006 Faiola and Shulman 2007.
Este documento presenta las lecciones de un curso de Manejo de Microsoft Word. Consta de 41 lecciones que cubren diversos temas como la interfaz de Word, el uso de menús y barras de herramientas, formato de texto, tablas, imágenes, formas, gráficos y capturas de pantalla. El objetivo es enseñar las funciones básicas de Word para procesamiento de textos.
A green building is a structure that is designed to reduce environmental impact and improve occupants' well-being. It uses resources efficiently throughout its lifecycle by conserving energy and water and generating less waste. Green buildings provide environmental, economic and social benefits like reduced operating costs, improved air and water quality, and enhanced occupant health. While initial costs may be higher, green buildings save money over the long term. Examples of green building practices include using sustainable materials, maximizing natural light, and incorporating renewable energy systems.
The slide about sustainable of green building on design efficiency and the effect to human society, world and health. The content also support United Nation sustainable goal and carry unethical problem and suggestion to overcome.
This document outlines a seminar on sustainable housing and green building. The learning objectives are to summarize how real estate agents can assist consumers with green building resources and options, differentiate between sustainable and green building concepts, identify tipping points that have led to greater green awareness, and explain the value of life cycle analysis for green materials. Key topics covered include the role of real estate agents in green building, sustainable building concepts, quantifiable rating systems, and new responsibilities related to green building standards and tax incentives.
This document discusses green buildings and the LEED rating system. It defines a green building as one that reduces negative impacts on the environment through efficient energy and water use, renewable energy, waste reduction, indoor air quality, and sustainable materials. It describes the various categories of the LEED rating system, including sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality, innovation, and integrative process. It also defines LEED professional credentials.
Green building involves constructing and renovating buildings using processes and materials that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout a building's life-cycle. Typical construction waste from a home amounts to 8000 pounds, while buildings consume over half of total U.S. electricity. Green building aims to reduce waste, energy and water usage during construction, design efficient buildings, and select sustainable materials. However, higher costs and concerns over comfort present obstacles, though programs like LEED and government incentives increasingly support green building.
This document provides information about Navajo FlexCrete, a company that produces building materials from recycled materials. It discusses FlexCrete's product line of blocks, panels and other masonry units made from fly ash. The document also outlines the environmental and economic benefits of FlexCrete's products, its operations and plans for expansion. It provides examples of constructed homes and discusses opportunities in the green building market.
Green Building Rating Systems and the Role of the Project ManagerDavis Ciprikis
Dissertation in Bs.c. in Construction Management year 2016 in Green Building Rating Systems and the Role of the Project Manager that looks at BREEAM and LEED in the Irish construction industry with comprehensive literature review followed by semi structured interviews with different professional backgrounds.
The Green Building 101 Workshop is a full-day workshop providing a general introduction to green building concepts, techniques and materials, including the impact of various building certification systems on building contractor businesses, and the implications of various credentials for their employees.
The goal of the workshop is to provide a participant with the background necessary to make informed decisions about next steps for their business model and/or for training and credentialing. This workshop is designed for contractors interested in gaining the basics of green building. From knowledge to networking, this workshop is your ticket to entering the green economy.
Why should you attend this workshop?
* Gain a foundation in green building
* Learn from experts in the field
* Networking with potential employers
* Subsidized workshop fee
The workshop will be led by staff from The Green Roundtable / NEXUS, and assisted by guest speakers from leading institutions such as ICF and ABCD. All instructors have extensive experience in the field.
This is an equal opportunity program - auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. This workshop is a project of Green Jobs Boston, the Mayor’s Office of Jobs and Community Services and the Boston Redevelopment Authority. A project of the Massachusetts State Energy Sector Partnership, funded in whole by a $6M grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment & Training Administration.
A green building is one that minimizes environmental impact through resource efficient design, construction, and operation. An integrated design process considers interrelationships between building systems to optimize performance. Setting clear environmental goals early in the process helps ensure the green potential is realized cost effectively.
we just finished our presentation towards this slide and our assignment about green technology and new style of view and look for building. you can add more on how to create a better style of building. this is to create the better future of having a high standard of quality and in the same time, saving the green plant and decorate it in a best environment that we could have as a suggestion. might trying to improving the technology and eco-friendly things in a way to saving the economic side.
National Association Of REALTORS® Green DesignationDoug Devitre
Doug Devitre presents the National Association Of REALTORS® Green Designation 2 day core course and the reasons why you must take it. This PDF was designed for associations, companies and course providers to help market, communicate and advertise the GREEN designation for their members.
The document provides an introduction to the ICC 700-2008 National Green Building Standard. It addresses the environmental impact of buildings and established the NGBS to rate residential buildings based on their potential environmental impact. The NGBS encourages green building practices like water and energy conservation, material resource efficiency, and indoor air quality. It established thresholds like Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Emerald to encourage higher performing green buildings. The standard can be administered by governmental jurisdictions or independent third parties and provides a rating tool to promote sustainable construction and operation of residential buildings.
An Introduction to the LEED Rating SystemsAllison Beer
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.
This document provides an overview of a presentation on environmental and sustainable issues. It discusses topics like passive and active hybrid building designs, sustainable building materials, renewable energy technologies, green building codes and standards, and more. It also includes sections on specific sustainable building certification programs like LEED and SEED. Additional topics covered include bioclimatic principles, the economic benefits of green buildings, whether they are more expensive to build and operate, and case studies of sustainable building projects.
Green buildings aim to reduce environmental impact through sustainable design and construction practices. LEED certification is a point-based rating system that evaluates buildings in several categories like energy efficiency, water conservation, materials selection, and indoor air quality. While some think green buildings are more expensive, studies show the average premium is less than 2% of costs while savings from reduced electricity and water usage offset increased costs within the first year. Various LEED certification programs exist for new and existing buildings including schools, focusing on factors like sustainable sites, water and energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality.
The document discusses the Holland Board of Public Works' journey to transition from a coal-fired power plant to a more sustainable energy system. After facing legal and financial challenges, HBPW conducted an extensive study that determined a natural gas plant with supplemental wind power was the best option. The resulting $200 million Holland Energy Park project will reduce emissions by 50% while doubling efficiency. It will serve as an example of environmental stewardship and public engagement in energy planning.
GREEN BUILDING STRATEGIES & PROJECT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR A SUSTAINABLE FU...Raghavendra Rachamadugu
Buildings and homes (or the “built environment”) affects natural environment. Buildings, where people spend 90% of their time, adversely impact human health. Buildings also account for 40% of energy and 16% of the water used annually worldwide. Air quality inside buildings is 2 to 5 times worse than outside
There are many factors to consider while studying the impacts of buildings
• Land use and ecosystems where buildings are built
• Materials and practices used to construct buildings
• Material, chemical, energy and water resources used to maintain and operate buildings
• Demolition and waste of a building at the end of its life
Green Building involves minimizing these negative environmental and human health impacts and enhancing positive results throughout the building’s entire life cycle. In addition to environmental benefits, through integrated design, they can be constructed at the same or lower cost than conventional buildings.
Today, buildings are responsible for more than 40% of global energy used, and as much as one third of global greenhouse gas emissions, both in developed and developing countries. In absolute terms, it is estimated that building-related GHG emissions to be around 8.6 billion metric tons CO2 eqv in 2004. What is particularly worrying is the rate of growth of emissions: between 1971 and 2004, carbon dioxide emissions, including through the use of electricity in buildings is estimated to have grown at a rate of 2.5% per year for commercial buildings and at 1.7% per year for residential buildings. Furthermore, the Buildings and Construction Sector is also responsible for significant non-CO2 GHG emissions such as halocarbons, CFCs, and HCFCs (covered under the Montreal Protocol), and hydro fluorocarbons (HFCs), due to their applications for cooling, refrigeration, and in the case of halocarbons, insulation materials. According to a survey published in 2007, one-third of population believe that global warming is the world’s most critical environmental problem, nearly double the amount of people who agreed with the same statement in 2006 Faiola and Shulman 2007.
Este documento presenta las lecciones de un curso de Manejo de Microsoft Word. Consta de 41 lecciones que cubren diversos temas como la interfaz de Word, el uso de menús y barras de herramientas, formato de texto, tablas, imágenes, formas, gráficos y capturas de pantalla. El objetivo es enseñar las funciones básicas de Word para procesamiento de textos.
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The document discusses the opportunities for using mobile health (mHealth) technologies to help address the global challenge of chronic diseases like diabetes. It notes that the International Diabetes Federation represents over 200 member associations in 160 countries and aims to promote diabetes care, prevention and a cure worldwide. The document suggests that mHealth can empower people with diabetes by enabling new ways for them to better manage their condition with the help of mobile technologies and allays concerns over data privacy and security.
Este documento presenta un proyecto sobre el uso de la multimedia para el autoaprendizaje de idiomas. Explica las ventajas de una página web que ofrece opciones para mejorar el léxico, vocabulario y habilidades de escucha. Incluye secciones de gramática, listening, ejercicios y vocabulario. Presenta objetivos sobre dar a conocer las ventajas de la página web, diseñar una guía de uso y explicar su utilización, los cuales se cumplen en las conclusiones.
To briefly introduce my company: Thai Nguyen University Learning Resource Center: Who we are, what we do...and how we can support you to upgrade your life!
Xdebug - Your first, last, and best option for troubleshooting PHP codeAdam Englander
In depth presentation on setting up, configuring, and trigger PHP Xdebug for step through debugging and code profiling. This presentation will not tell you how to configure your Xdebug client. It will help you understand how to configure and tune Xdebug for web and CLI based debugging and profiling in PHP.
The document discusses the concept of discipline from several perspectives. It defines discipline as a systematic method of obtaining obedience through a set of rules regulating behavior. It states that discipline creates order and freedom by acting as a brake on thoughtless actions. While most see discipline as punishment, the document argues they are separate, with punishment intended to train. Discipline in school is discussed as following rules like not talking in class or copying others' work.
The document discusses designing structures for durability as a key aspect of green building. It notes that durable design reduces maintenance needs and material replacement cycles over the lifetime of the building. Some key strategies discussed for durable design include proper site selection and drainage, creating a weather-resistant building envelope, managing interior moisture, using durable materials, and simplifying maintenance needs. The document argues that durable design can help justify higher upfront costs for green building projects through reduced lifetime costs.
This two-hour lecture will cover residential design features and choices that may help to conserve energy. The discussion will include building siting and orientation issues, building envelope details, glazing, shading structures & devices, thermal mass and energy-conserving landscape elements. We will also briefly discuss how interior space lay-out can affect energy efficiency.
The document discusses selecting green materials for building projects. It provides learning objectives about what makes a material green, LEED requirements for materials, and tools for selecting green materials. Additional factors discussed include embodied energy, recycled content, indoor air quality, and adopting a cradle-to-cradle approach. LEED credit categories that can be impacted by material selection are also outlined. The presentation aims to provide guidance on comprehensively evaluating material selection from environmental and performance perspectives.
Need to get an understanding of what really makes a product green? What are the criteria? What is Life Cycle Assessment? How do you understand the environmental footprint of a product? What are the materials requirements for a LEED project? Come to this workshop to get the answers to these questions.
This workshop will address the fundamentals of green materials and provide you with the knowledge to evaluate and utilize green building products to reduce your organizations environmental impacts. Topics include criteria for evaluating how green a material is, LEEDs materials requirements, how to spec for green materials and LEED, and where to find information on green products. In addition to product characteristics, methods for going from selling green, to being green will be addressed. This program is intended for architects, contractors and product manufactures, and the general public.
The presenter was Siobhan Steyn, Project Associate at The Green Roundtable.
green building notes and their criteria ratingssusera31c09
The document discusses green buildings and defines them as structures that use less water and energy, conserve natural resources, generate less waste, and provide healthier spaces compared to conventional buildings. It outlines various green building rating systems used globally like LEED and BREEAM, and in India like GRIHA. The benefits of green buildings are reduced costs, improved occupant health and productivity, and minimized environmental impacts. The goals of green building are to make the earth more sustainable by reducing disruption to natural habitats from construction. India is seeing rapid growth in construction but also needs to reduce its environmental impacts through sustainable building practices.
This lecture will address the processes and tools used to determine the "greenness" of products and materials typically used in the construction process. We will begin with a brief discussion of Embodied Energy as a central factor in Life Cycle Analysis (LCA), one of the primary methods for judging a material\'s sustainability. We will then present some simple tools and techniques that allow for the practical application of these concepts to the materials selection process. Primary criteria for judging the "best in class" in specific product categories will also be discussed, as well as sources of supply. This lecture is intended as a general introduction to the green materials selection process.
This was presented to Sterling Education Group's "Landlord / Tenant Law" program in New Orleans, LA, in February 2010. The topic focused on the growth of green building in Louisiana and across the country, an overview of green building principals, and the concept of green leases.
The document discusses green buildings in the Indian context. It describes how green building concepts were pioneered in other countries and adopted in India through organizations like IGBC and CII. It explains various green building rating systems used in India like LEED, GRIHA and BEE ratings. It also outlines objectives of green buildings like reducing environmental impact, improving energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality. Finally, it discusses types of energy and strategies to improve energy efficiency and reduce pollution in buildings.
The document discusses the upcoming revisions to the LEED green building certification system in 2009. It provides an overview of the USGBC's mission to promote environmentally responsible building and outlines some of the key areas that will be revised, including sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, and materials. It also notes that the new approach will better consider regional environmental conditions and distribute credit points more uniformly.
The document provides an overview of green building retrofitting, including that existing buildings can be made more environmentally friendly through renovations. It discusses that renovations involve improving energy efficiency, heating/cooling systems, water efficiency, using renewable energy, and eco-friendly materials. While upfront costs may be high, there are substantial incentives that make retrofitting worthwhile.
Paul Marquis, the education coordinator for NEXUS Green Building Resource Center, discusses green-building economics, life-cycle costing and total cost of ownership, and rebate and incentive programs available to homeowners.
Green buildings are designed to reduce environmental impact through efficient use of resources, protecting occupant health, and reducing waste and pollution. They achieve this through features like efficient energy and water usage, non-toxic materials, and effective ventilation. Green buildings provide advantages like lower operating costs due to energy savings, better indoor air quality and worker productivity, and higher property values.
Felton Properties Green Roof Report 400 SW 6th Ave Portland,.docxlmelaine
Felton Properties Green Roof Report
400 SW 6th Ave Portland, OR
400 Building
Introduction:
The ecoRoof will combine innovation with practicality. The building is
currently seeking LEED Gold certification, and ecoREAL will work in an
integrated fashion with roofing experts specializing in weatherproofing,
structural engineers and green roof companies specialized in the bio-
regions native plant species to come up with the best design and function
for meeting the building overall green building goals. Water drainage,
low-impact design and aesthetic will be looked at simultaneously. At
each layer of the green roof sustainable design attributes will be assessed
for regional material (especially vegetation) and recycled content (such
as the HDPE geo-cells) in the drainage system along with triple bottom line
life-cycle assessments on how the project affects the context (such as
HVAC systems, and surrounding buildings). Since the building is on a zero-
lot, the green roof grant is critical for pursuing LEED certification relating to
both Sustainable Sites and Water Efficiency credits. The green roof would
augment Felton Properties commitment to retrofitting their existing
building stock to be more sustainable.
Left: Looking South over green roof installation
Right: Looking Northeast over green roof installation
Project Type Commercial retrofit
Technologies
Malarkey roofing tray system 2000 sqft
Tuff Stuff - Sedum Tile
Major Benefits
Stormwater management - limit disruption and pollution of
natural water flows by managing stormwater runoff.
Heat Island Reduction - reduce heat islands to minimize impact
on microclimate and human and wildlife habitat.
Cost $70,192.00
Constructed
.O. Box 17217, Portland, OR 97217-0217
Telephone: (503) 283-1 www.MalarkeyRoofing.com
.O. Box 17217, Portland, OR 97217-0217
Telephone: (503) 283-1 www.MalarkeyRoofing.com
System Components: AVRS Tray System
System Components: Tuff Stuff – Sedum Tile
Technical Data
Vegetation – 95% coverage
Fiber/Soil Base – Approx. 1” thick
Measurements – 15”w x 20”l x 2”-3”h
Area = 2.08 sqft per tile
Max weight – 4.5 #/sqft fully saturated
Irrigation:
No irrigation was used on this project. The tray system chosen was
designed and planted to not utilize any irrigation system.
Budget:
Existing Roof make minor tune up repairs
At window washer davits and supports, clean and reseal all with SBS
modified mastic and with granules
Make misc. minor repairs and reseal all pipe penetrations
At west parapet reseal parapet cap metal flashing joints
Total: $9,900.00
Green roof option 10% of total roof area 2000sqft
Install 1/8 inch protection board underneath green roof trays, 2000sqft
Install Malakey roofing tray system with fully mature ...
Felton Properties Green Roof Report 400 SW 6th Ave Portland,.docxmglenn3
Felton Properties Green Roof Report
400 SW 6th Ave Portland, OR
400 Building
Introduction:
The ecoRoof will combine innovation with practicality. The building is
currently seeking LEED Gold certification, and ecoREAL will work in an
integrated fashion with roofing experts specializing in weatherproofing,
structural engineers and green roof companies specialized in the bio-
regions native plant species to come up with the best design and function
for meeting the building overall green building goals. Water drainage,
low-impact design and aesthetic will be looked at simultaneously. At
each layer of the green roof sustainable design attributes will be assessed
for regional material (especially vegetation) and recycled content (such
as the HDPE geo-cells) in the drainage system along with triple bottom line
life-cycle assessments on how the project affects the context (such as
HVAC systems, and surrounding buildings). Since the building is on a zero-
lot, the green roof grant is critical for pursuing LEED certification relating to
both Sustainable Sites and Water Efficiency credits. The green roof would
augment Felton Properties commitment to retrofitting their existing
building stock to be more sustainable.
Left: Looking South over green roof installation
Right: Looking Northeast over green roof installation
Project Type Commercial retrofit
Technologies
Malarkey roofing tray system 2000 sqft
Tuff Stuff - Sedum Tile
Major Benefits
Stormwater management - limit disruption and pollution of
natural water flows by managing stormwater runoff.
Heat Island Reduction - reduce heat islands to minimize impact
on microclimate and human and wildlife habitat.
Cost $70,192.00
Constructed
.O. Box 17217, Portland, OR 97217-0217
Telephone: (503) 283-1 www.MalarkeyRoofing.com
.O. Box 17217, Portland, OR 97217-0217
Telephone: (503) 283-1 www.MalarkeyRoofing.com
System Components: AVRS Tray System
System Components: Tuff Stuff – Sedum Tile
Technical Data
Vegetation – 95% coverage
Fiber/Soil Base – Approx. 1” thick
Measurements – 15”w x 20”l x 2”-3”h
Area = 2.08 sqft per tile
Max weight – 4.5 #/sqft fully saturated
Irrigation:
No irrigation was used on this project. The tray system chosen was
designed and planted to not utilize any irrigation system.
Budget:
Existing Roof make minor tune up repairs
At window washer davits and supports, clean and reseal all with SBS
modified mastic and with granules
Make misc. minor repairs and reseal all pipe penetrations
At west parapet reseal parapet cap metal flashing joints
Total: $9,900.00
Green roof option 10% of total roof area 2000sqft
Install 1/8 inch protection board underneath green roof trays, 2000sqft
Install Malakey roofing tray system with fully mature.
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