Procure Products
in the Green Procurement CompilationLearn & Plan Topics
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Water Efficiency
Buildings are significant users of the Earth’s freshwater supply. The goal of a responsible building operator should be to encourage a sma...
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Space Reconfiguration and Renovation Projects
As needs change over time, tenants often need to convert space or phase the conversion of individual space or rooms to meet these changing needs....
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Building Systems Upgrades
This page details Sustainable Strategies to consider as your space undergoes a building system upgrade to improve energy, water use, and occupant co...
Green Products
Aerator for Faucets
Faucet aerators are flow restriction devices designed to reduce the amount of water that comes out of a faucet by mixing air into the water stream. Standard faucet flow rate is 2.2 gallon per minute (gpm). High efficiency aerator flow rate ranges from 1.5 to 0.5 gpm, offering significant water and energy savings.
EPA | WaterSense at Work - Faucets
DOE FEMP | Best Management Practices - Faucets and Showerheads
Whole Building Systems
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Water - Green Tips Behavior
Well-maintained automatic faucets can save water.
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Water - Green Globes for Existing Buildings
Are there the following water-conserving fixtures: low flow toilets that use less than 1.5 GPF? Ultra low flush urinals that use less than 1.0 GPF? ...
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Water - Plumbing Fixtures
High efficiency plumbing fixtures (toilets, urinals, faucets, and showers) can lead to significant water savings. FEMP BMP #6 gives some guidance on...
Materials
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Food Washing Station
Food preparation stations usually require access to clean water. Select faucets that carry a Water Sense label for water efficie... -
High-Efficiency Faucet
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Handwashing Sink
Small hand-washing sinks are required for cafeteria staff and in food preparation areas. Select faucets or sinks that carry a Wa... -
Low-Flow Faucet
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Metering / Sensor-operated
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Low-flow Faucet