Procure Products
in the Green Procurement CompilationLearn & Plan Topics
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Materials, Furniture, and Furnishings Replacement
Daily wear and tear means that materials, furniture and furnishings require periodic replacement.
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Best Practices & Case Studies
One of the best ways to learn and make the case for green building innovations is to point to others’ experience in implementing these innovat... -
Occupant Comfort
Comfortable workers are more likely to be productive and engaged with their work than those who struggle to work in spaces that create barr...
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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....
Underfloor Air Distribution
Underfloor air distribution is a system in which the floor is slightly raised and heating and cooling air is distributed through ductwork under the floor. It allows for more occupant control and when used correctly, can provide energy and cost savings.
Whole Building Systems
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IEQ - EPA's I-BEAM
https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/indoor-air-quality-building-education-and-assessment-model
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IEQ - EPA | IAQ Building Education and Assessment Model (I-BEAM) Computer Software
https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/indoor-air-quality-building-education-and-assessment-model
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IEQ - EPA | Introduction to Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/introduction-indoor-air-quality
Materials
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Under Floor Air Distribution
Under floor air distribution systems supply conditioned air to an occupied space via diffusers in a raised floor. This system effectively maintains... -
Overhead Air Distribution
Overhead air distribution is the most common approach to mixing and delivering conditioned air to a space, though the delivery method can vary from ... -
Air Hand Drying
Air-based hand drying utilizes high speed air and/or warm air to remove or evaporate water from a user’s hands. The high-speed air systems are sl...