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What is Sustainability
Sustainability is best thought of as a process, rather than an end state. Sustainability means to create and maintain conditions that balance the ec... -
Energy & Atmosphere
Buildings and facilities rely on the operation of mechanical systems and electrical systems to maintain a high level of indoor environmental qual...
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Project Guidance
For each project there is a selection of issues and questions you should consider before selecting specific materials or products. This will help...
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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... -
Life Cycle Perspective (Life Cycle Thinking)
Life cycle thinking represents a holistic approach to examining the impacts of a product from raw material extraction through production, use, and f... -
Biophilic Design
Learn why nature is so important to us, what we know about the benefits of nature, and how biophilia is being applied in buildings, particularly in ... -
Enhancing Health with Indoor Air
Four key levers to enhance health and performance by improving indoor air.
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Whole Building Systems
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Lighting - Guiding Principles for Sustainable Federal Buildings: New Construction and Modernization
The lighting systems must be commissioned, and integrative design processes should be employed. A 30% reduction in energy use compared to ASHRAE ...
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Water - Guiding Principles for Sustainable Federal Buildings: New Construction and Modernization
As per EISA 2007, thirty percent of the hot water demand should be met using the installation of solar hot water heaters when lifecycle cost-effec...
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Submetering - O&M
One of the best ways to save energy is to measure and manage it. There are two basic methods for managing resource use: through improved resou...
Materials
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Desk
Desk selection should be driven by sustainable materials. Refer to the compare section for guidance. Using casters will support the flexibility ... -
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 ...