Procure Products
in the Green Procurement CompilationLearn & Plan Topics
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Energy & Atmosphere
Buildings and facilities rely on the operation of mechanical systems and electrical systems to maintain a high level of indoor environmenta...
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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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Sustainable Sites
Choosing a building's site and managing that site during construction are important to ensure a project’s sustainability. Environmentally r...
Whole Building Systems
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Water - Green Tips Impact
Adhere to all state and local ordinances with regards to alternate water harvesting systems. Work together with legislators to find amiable alternat...
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Water - Water Harvesting (Water Catchment Systems)
Harvesting systems capture alternate water sources, provide adequate treatment typically for non-potable applications to offset the consumption of p...
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Water - Energy Independence and Security Act (2007)
The Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) requires facility managers, as defined by the act, to complete comprehensive water evaluations throu...
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Water - Water Harvesting (Water Catchment Systems)
Harvesting systems capture alternate water sources, provide adequate treatment typically for non-potable applications to offset the consumption of p...
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Water - Guiding Principles for Sustainable Federal Buildings: Existing Buildings
Install water meters. Use water efficient products. Reduce indoor potable water use by 20% compared to the specific building’s water use ...
Materials
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Metal Systems
Metal ceilings are not often used in office spaces as it tends to be a high-end finish and does not offer the same acoustical properties as acoust... -
Systems Furniture
Systems furniture is frequently used in open office areas because of its flexibility in being reconfigured and rearranged. It is generally comprised... -
Pasta Cooker
Pasta cookers use a large vat of boiling water to cook individual portions of pasta in small metal baskets. These units use ener...