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Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)
Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) is most simply described as the conditions inside the building. It includes air quality, but also access to da...
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Materials & Resources
In the construction and day-to-day operations of buildings, many materials and resources are used and a great deal of waste is generated. The m...
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Health
Good health has both physical and psychological components. Being healthy means the absence of disease and illness, as well as feeling posi...
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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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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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Under 10,000 SF Interiors Gut Rehab Project
This page provides Sustainable Strategies to consider as a space has or will undergo a major tenant gut rehab for projects under 10,000 SF.
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Enhancing Health with Indoor Air
Four key levers to enhance health and performance by improving indoor air.
Green Products
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Alternative Fuels
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Adhesive and Mastic Removers
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Bathroom and Spa Cleaners
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Sorbents: Biobased
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Sorbents: Biobased
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Building Insulation
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Carpet
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Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners, General Purpose
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Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners, Spot Removers
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Carpet Cushion
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Composite Panels
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Concrete and Asphalt Release Fluids
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Dust Suppressants
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Cleaning Solvents: Electronics Cleaning
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Floor Strippers
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Floor Tiles (Heavy Duty/Commercial)
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Floor Tiles
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Glass Cleaners
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Graffiti and Grease Removers
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Hand Soaps and Cleaners
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Hand Soaps and Cleaners
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Household Cleaners, General Purpose
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Industrial Cleaners
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Ink Removers and Cleaners
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Laminated Paperboard
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Laundry Products, General Purpose
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Laundry Products, Pretreatment/Spot Removers
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Mats
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Wood and Concrete Sealers: Membrane Concrete Sealers
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Cleaning Solvents: Metal Cleaning
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Multipurpose Cleaners
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Office Furniture Components
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Wood and Concrete Sealers: Penetrating Liquids
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Cleaning Solvents: Precision cleaning
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Aerosols: Propellants
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Toner Cartridges
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Signage
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Signage
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Signage
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Signage
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Aerosols: Solvents
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Structural Fiberboard
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Structural Fiberboard
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Composite Panels: Acoustical
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Signage: Aluminum
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Signage: Aluminum
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Signage: Aluminum
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Signage: Aluminum
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Mats: Blends
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Carpet Cushion: Bonded Polyurethane
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Building Insulation: Cellulose Loose-Fill and Spray-On
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Office Furniture Components: Cellulose Loose-Fill and Spray-On
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Office Furniture Components: Fabric
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Building Insulation: Fiberglass
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Building Insulation: Foam-in-Place
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Office Furniture Components: Furniture Structure
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Building Insulation: Glass Fiber Reinforced
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Composite Panels: Interior Panels
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Carpet Cushion: Jute
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Laminated Paperboard: Paperboard
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Office Furniture Components: Particleboard/Fiberboard Component
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Building Insulation: Perlite Composite Board
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Building Insulation: Phenolic Rigid Foam
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Floor Tiles (Heavy Duty/Commercial): Plastic
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Mats: Plastic
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Signage: Plastic
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Signage: Plastic
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Signage: Plastic
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Signage: Plastic
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Office Furniture Components: Plastic Furniture Component
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Building Insulation: Plastic Insulating Foam for Residential and Commercial Construction
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Composite Panels: Plastic Lumber
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Building Insulation: Plastic, Non-Woven Batt
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Carpet: Polyester Carpet Face Fiber
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Office Furniture Components: Remanufactured or Refurbished Furniture
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Building Insulation: Rigid Foam
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Building Insulation: Rock Wool
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Carpet Cushion: Rubber
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Floor Tiles (Heavy Duty/Commercial): Rubber
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Mats: Rubber
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Signage: Steel
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Signage: Steel
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Signage: Steel
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Signage: Steel
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Composite Panels: Structural Interior Panels
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Composite Panels: Structural Wall Panels
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Carpet Cushion: Synthetic Fibers
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Carpet: Woven, Tufted, or Knitted Fiber and a Backing System
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Adhesives
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Aerosols
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Cleaning Solvents
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Corrosion Preventatives
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De-Icers, General Purpose
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Sorbents
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Sorbents
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Wood and Concrete Sealers
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Drain Maintainers
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Drain Maintainers
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Floor Cleaners and Protectors
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Dishwashing Products
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Dishwashing Products
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Oven & Grill Cleaners
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Oven & Grill Cleaners
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Air Fresheners and Deodorizers
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Asphalt and Tar Removers
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Asphalt and Tar Removers
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Electronic Components Cleaners
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Electronic Components Cleaners
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Floor Coverings (Non-Carpet)
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Furniture Cleaners and Protectors
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Wood and Concrete Stains
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Wood and Concrete Stains
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Paint
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Paint: Consolidated Latex Paint
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Paint: Reprocessed Latex Paint -- Dark Colors
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Paint: Reprocessed Latex Paint -- White, Off-White, and Pastel Colors
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Concrete and Asphalt Cleaners
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Concrete and Asphalt Cleaners
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Concrete and Asphalt Cleaners
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Paint: Interior Paints and Coatings -- Latex
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Paint: Interior Paints and Coatings -- Water-borne Alkyd
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Paint: Interior Paints and Coatings -- Oil-Based
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Paint: Interior Paints and Coatings -- Solvent-borne Alkyd
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General Purpose Industrial Wipers
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General Purpose Industrial Wipers
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Paper Towels
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Paper Towels
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Paper Towels
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Plastic Trash Bags
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Plastic Trash Bags
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Floor Tiles: Plastic
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Floor Tiles: Rubber
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Leather, Vinyl, and Rubber Care Products
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Leather, Vinyl, and Rubber Care Products
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Specialty Precision Cleaners and Solvents
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Laundry Products, General Purpose: Laundry Detergents
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Laundry Products, General Purpose: Bleach
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Laundry Products, General Purpose: Fabric Softeners
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Composite Panels: Countertops
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Aircraft Cleaners
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Boat/RV Cleaners
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Metal Cleaners and Corrosion Removers
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Metal Cleaners and Corrosion Removers: Corrosion Removers
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Metal Cleaners and Corrosion Removers: Stainless Steel Cleaners
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Metal Cleaners and Corrosion Removers: Other Metal Cleaners
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Microbial Cleaning Products
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Microbial Cleaning Products: Drain Maintenance Products
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Microbial Cleaning Products: Wastewater Maintenance Products
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Microbial Cleaning Products: General Cleaners
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Paint Removers
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Paint Removers
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Alternative Fuel Vehicles: Low Greenhouse Gas Emitting Vehicles
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Sorbents: Paper
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Sorbents: Paper
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Sorbents: Textiles
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Sorbents: Textiles
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Sorbents: Plastics
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Sorbents: Plastics
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Sorbents: Wood
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Sorbents: Wood
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Sorbents: Other Organics/Multi-Materials
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Sorbents: Other Organics/Multi-Materials
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Liquid Applied Solar-control Films
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Dishwashing Products: Dish Detergent
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Dishwashing Products: Dish Detergent
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Dishwashing Products: Dish Soap
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Dishwashing Products: Dish Soap
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Dishwashing Products: Rinse Aids
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Dishwashing Products: Rinse Aids
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Appliance Cleaners
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Wood Cleaners
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Granite and Stone Cleaners
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Brick and Masonry Cleaners
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Descalers
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HVAC Maintenance Products
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Air Conditioner Coil Cleaners
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Air Conditioner Coil Cleaners
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Kitchen/Countertop Cleaners
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Kitchen/Countertop Cleaners
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Biological-Based Grease Trap / Lift Station Maintainers
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Biological-Based Holding Tank Treatment / Deodorizers
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Carpet: Nylon
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Acoustical Ceiling Tiles
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Furniture
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Wallboard/Gypsum Board/Drywall
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Wallboard/Gypsum Board/Drywall
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Dry Erase Board Cleaners
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Jewelry Cleaners
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Outdoor Furniture Cleaners
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Dishwashing Products: Commercial Dishwasher Detergent
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Dishwashing Products: Commercial Dishwasher Detergent
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Laundry Products, General Purpose: Laundry Detergent Boosters
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Low-emissivity (low-e) Window Film
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Low-emissivity (low-e) Window Film
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Paint: Exterior Paint and Coatings
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Low-Emitting
Materials used in buildings often contain compounds that have a negative effect on indoor air quality (IAQ) and the earth’s atmosphere. These compounds can be present in adhesives, sealants, paints, flooring, carpets, composite wood and agrifiber products, furnishings, and in ceiling and wall systems. Low-emitting materials release only small amounts of these compounds into the surrounding air over time. Strategies for selecting low-emitting options include ensuring material compliance with the ANSI/BIFMA X7.1 standard for furniture emissions. Non-profit certification programs that verify conformance with the standard including but not limited to SCS Indoor Advantage, Certified Green, Greenguard, and any other program that uses the open ANSI standard.
BIFMA.org | BIFMA Standards Overview
South Coast Air Quality Management District | Rule 1168: Adhesive and Sealant Applications
GreenSeal.org | Green Seal Standards - Construction Materials & Building Equipment
Whole Building Systems
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IEQ - Low-emitting Materials
Building materials, such as paints, sealants, adhesives, office equipment and furnishings, can emit invisible, odorous, and potentially harmful gass...
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IEQ - Green Tips
Practice source control by specifying low-emitting cleaning materials and integrating entryway capture systems.
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IEQ - EQc2
Low-Emitting Materials
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IEQ - EQc2
Low-Emitting Materials
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IEQ - Guiding Principles for Sustainable Federal Buildings
Provide occupants with safe and healthy ventilation and thermal comfort, in alignment with applicable ASHRAE standards and statutory requirements....
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IEQ - LEED ID+C: Commercial Interiors (v4)
Low-emitting materials that give off little to no harmful chemicals, such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), are promoted in LEED for Interior De...
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IEQ - LEED BD+C: New Construction (v4)
Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED) for Building Design and Construction (BD+C) highlights indoor environmental quality in a fully ...
Materials
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Seating
Seating is a critical component of the furnishings. High quality ergonomically flexible seating options are paramount in supporting a high quality ... -
Paints and Coatings
Paints and coatings provide an aesthetically appealing atmosphere for a commercial setting. Paints and coatings should contain low or no VOCs to m... -
Fabrics / Upholstery
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Systems Furniture
Systems furniture is frequently used in open office areas because of its flexibility in being reconfigured and rearranged. It is generally comprised... -
Task Seating
Task seating is exceptionally important in open offices because of the amount of time employees spend here. It should hold a third party certificati... -
Desk
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Casework / Millwork
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Composite Wood Furniture
Engineered wood, also known as composite wood, is man-made and includes a range of wood products that are bound together by adhesives. Plywood, pa... -
Metal Furniture
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Glass - Low Emissivity
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Low-Flow Faucet
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Low-Flow Shower
Low-Flow showerheads are based upon the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPAct 1992) and use 2.5 gallons of water per minute gpm. Relative to earlier ...