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Alternative Water Source

Alternative water sources are those that draw water from processes or applications other than freshwater sources like surface or groundwater. Examples of alternative water sources include greywater, reclaimed wastewater, stormwater, rainwater, air handling unit condensate, process equipment discharge water, and drainage or sump water. Depending on their filtration and treatment requirements, alternative water sources can be used for various purposes, such as laundry services, landscape irrigation, toilet flushing, cooling tower makeup water, fire sprinkler systems, and decorative water features. By replacing potable water with alternative water sources, buildings can reduce stress on freshwater sources and make progress toward achieving Net Zero Water goals.

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  • Climate Terms and Tools - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    Direct GHG emissions that occur from sources that are owned or controlled by an...achieving a sustainable balance between water availability and demand, and eliminating
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  • EPA Assessment and Recommendation of Private Sector Standards & Ecolabels

    Habitat Alteration Embodied Resources Water Efficiency Resource Extraction Packaging...Potential Transport Safer chemical alternatives Corporate/Enterprise Social Responsibility
    https://sftool.gov › Content › attachments › Iswg › iswg-policies-strategies › EPA Recommendations - ISWG 5-2017.pdf

  • LCA Example - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    ...lighting, the useful life of the three alternatives below varies greatly. When comparing...than its competition, the dominant source of impact is the lifetime energy use
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  • MaterialDetails - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    ...cement, aggregates, admixtures, and water, with the ability to use recycled ingredients...achievement calculation, products sourced (extracted, manufactured, purchased)
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  • MaterialDetails - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    ...cement, aggregates, admixtures, and water. Recent improvements in polishing and...achievement calculation, products sourced (extracted, manufactured, purchased)
    https://sftool.gov › material › 1965 › concrete-flooring

  • MaterialDetails - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    ...frames. Tips O+M Tips Use deionized water to clean windows and frame when possible...achievement calculation, products sourced (extracted, manufactured, purchased)
    https://sftool.gov › material › 2109 › aluminum-frame

  • 21540?description=Landscaping_FINAL_Applicable_Clauses_and_Provisions_1_5_16.pdf

    ...acquired from other sources. (End of clause) Alternate I (July 1995). If the...which accompanies each shipment. Alternatively, the Contractor is permitted to
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  • MaterialDetails - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    ...by code. Tips O+M Tips Use deionized water to clean windows and frame when possible...achievement calculation, products sourced (extracted, manufactured, purchased)
    https://sftool.gov › material › 2108 › steel-frame

  • Adaptable Workplace Laboratory - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    ...that same period, public demand for water more than tripled. Americans now use...gallons of water each day—enough to fill 1,600 drinking glasses. Source: EPA WaterSense
    https://sftool.gov › learn › about › 64 › adaptable-workplace-laboratory

  • Integrative Design Process > Solid Waste - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    Solid Waste Lighting HVAC Water IEQ Planted Roof Submetering System Overview...Solid waste considerations include source reduction, reuse and repair, and resource
    https://sftool.gov › explore › green-building › section › 59 › solid-waste › integrative-design-process

  • Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    ...are: The growth of renewable energy sources, and the decentralization of power...Daily Load Profiles by Building Type Source: Rocky Mountain Institute The U.S.
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  • O&M > Planted Roof - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    Planted Roof Lighting HVAC Water IEQ Solid Waste Submetering System Overview...additional maintenance best practices. Watering In many areas of the United States
    https://sftool.gov › explore › green-building › section › 85 › planted-roof › o-m-impact

  • Resources > Lighting - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    Lighting HVAC Water IEQ Solid Waste Planted Roof Submetering System Overview...light quality than fluorescent alternatives. Ensure desired functionality: Educate
    https://sftool.gov › explore › green-building › section › 36 › lighting › resources-impact

  • MaterialDetails - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    ...insulators. Tips O+M Tips Use deionized water to clean windows and frame when possible...achievement calculation, products sourced (extracted, manufactured, purchased)
    https://sftool.gov › material › 2006 › fiberglass-frame

  • Green Globes Basic Presentation

    Performance 3: Protect and Conserve Water 4: Enhance Indoor Environmental Quality...performance goals for siting, energy, water, materials, and indoor environmental
    https://sftool.gov › Content › attachments › Iswg › iswg-tools › 14 Erin Shaffer - Principles for New and Renovation Construction.pdf

  • MaterialDetails - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    ...vinyl. Tips O+M Tips Use deionized water to clean windows and frame when possible...achievement calculation, products sourced (extracted, manufactured, purchased)
    https://sftool.gov › material › 2005 › vinyl-frame

  • High-Performance Buildings Marketplace - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    ...institutional (including government) owners. Source: McGraw Hill Construction (2013). 2013...High-performance buildings save energy, water, materials, protect the indoor environment
    https://sftool.gov › learn › about › 166 › high-performance-buildings-marketplace

  • System Overview > Submetering - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    Submetering Lighting HVAC Water IEQ Solid Waste Planted Roof System Overview...that result in overall cost savings. Source: GSA, Submetering Business Case: How
    https://sftool.gov › explore › green-building › section › 86 › submetering › system-overview

  • Background Information - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    ...services Access to utilities (especially water and electricity) Logistics at each...and thus where those products are sourced. Extreme Weather Events Extreme weather
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  • Green Procurement - Federal Requirements - Refrigerators - GSA Sustainable Facilities Tool

    ...requirements FAR Subpart 23.2 Energy and Water Efficiency and Renewable Energy FAR...must procure and substitute safe alternatives for ozone-depleting substances to
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