Procure Products
in the Green Procurement CompilationLearn & Plan Topics
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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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Spatial Equity
Organizations today are less hierarchical and work is more team based, more mobile, and more cross functional. A key to spatial equity is that sp...
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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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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 ...
Retained or Re-used Building Components
When a building is remodeled or a new addition added, elements of the structure can be retained and re-used. This is a type of source reduction. Examples of retained or re-used building components are finished ceilings, finished floors, interior doors, and other goods which remain in the completed design.
Whole Building Systems
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Lighting - System Bundling
When specifying or replacing a particular lighting component, consider coordinating that component with other related building equipment. Lighting t...
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IEQ - Absorption
Acoustic ceiling tiles, carpeting, furniture finishes, curtains and hanging acoustical plasters can be implemented to mitigate the distribution of s...
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Lighting - Lighting Impact on Occupants
Lighting Ecosystem Lighting in the workplace can be better understood as an ecosystem that includes lighting design as just one component of a netw...
Materials
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Porcelain Tile
Porcelain Tile is a durable, cleanable modular finish that is suitable in wet locations or areas prone to liquids or spills. -
Wood Base
Wood base is a durable material that serves as a wall finish and protective border. Bamboo, while not technically wood, is commonly included in t... -
Linoleum Base
Linoleum wall base serves as a wall finish and a functional protective border. Linoleum is commonly confused with vinyl. True linoleum is made o... -
Vinyl Base
Vinyl wall base is a durable material that serves as a wall finish and functional protective border. Vinyl base should be used sparingly, as the m... -
Wood / Bamboo Base
Wood base is a durable material that serves as a wall finish and protective border. Wood base, where possible, should be sustainably harvested....
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Ceiling Tile
Acoustical ceiling tiles are typically used in offices with dropped ceilings. The ceiling tiles come in various sizes and finishes and frequently... -
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... -
Wood
Wood panel ceilings, like metal ceilings, are not often used in office spaces as they tend to be a high-end finish. Wood panel ceilings do not of... -
Shades
Shades are window coverings that block or reduce sunlight penetration through windows. Shades are available in different operational styles such as ...