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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 qualit...
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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... -
Building Operations and Maintenance Services
Follow these sustainable strategies as your space renovations are complete and the building and interiors are operated in an environmentally sustai... -
Policies & Strategies
This section is devoted to the broad policies and strategies covering the whole government or entire agencies, services or bureaus, which set the co... -
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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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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Executive Order 13693: Planning for Federal Sustainability in the Next Decade
Click through an annotated Executive Order 13693 to learn more about federal sustainability plans over the next decade. Click on language throughout...
Green Products
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Adhesive and Mastic Removers
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Bathroom and Spa Cleaners
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Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners, General Purpose
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Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners, Spot Removers
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Floor Strippers
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Glass Cleaners
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Graffiti and Grease Removers
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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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Carpet and Upholstery Cleaners, General Purpose
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Cleaning Solvents: Electronics Cleaning
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Cleaning Solvents: Metal Cleaning
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Cleaning Solvents: Precision cleaning
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Cleaning Solvents
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Green Cleaning
A good green cleaning program uses processes and products with a low-environmental impact while still being effective at removing dirt and contaminants from the building. In addition, it protects the health of the cleaning staff. Green cleaning encompasses the use of non-toxic, biodegradable chemicals and recycled cleaning products, and uses cleaning equipment that has little to no environmental impact. It may also include daytime cleaning, the training of employees, use of microfiber cleaning cloths, and the use of concentrated cleaning chemicals that require less packaging.
Whole Building Systems
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IEQ - Green Tips
Create a green cleaning maintenance plan utilizing less-toxic cleaning materials and strategies.
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IEQ - Green Tips
Institute a green cleaning plan that emphasizes the use of an entryway dirt capture system.
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IEQ - Green Tips
Maintain cleanliness levels with Green Cleaning and Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Plans.
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IEQ - EQp3
Green Cleaning Policy
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IEQ - EQc6
Green Cleaning - Custodial Effectiveness Assessment
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IEQ - EQc7
Green Cleaning - Products and Materials
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IEQ - EQc8
Green Cleaning - Equipment
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IEQ - Green Cleaning and Integrated Pest Management
It is no surprise that regular upkeep is necessary to maintain a high indoor air quality, as dust, dirt, and mold accrue on materials in the space o...
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IEQ - Green Cleaning Plan
A successful Green Cleaning Plan limits the exposure of building occupants and maintenance personnel to potentially hazardous chemicals, ensures pro...
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IEQ - Facility Manager
By establishing green cleaning contracts and purchasing agreements that specify environmentally-friendly cleaning and office materials, the facility...
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IEQ - LEED O+M: Existing Buildings (v4)
Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED) for Building Operations and Maintenance (O+M) dedicates an entire credit section to enhancing t...
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IEQ - Maintenance
Maintenance personnel are critical in ensuring ongoing indoor environmental performance. Thorough green cleaning and purchasing plans should be easy...
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Planted Roof - Energy Production
The vegetation on a planted roof removes fine particulates (PM), black carbon, and pollen out of the air, which lends well to incorporating solar pa...
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Solid Waste - Green Construction Policy and Waste Management Plan
Through a Green Construction Policy and Waste Management Plan, a project team can effectively plan for and take steps to minimize the amount of non-...
Materials
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Oven and Grill Cleaners
Over cleaners often use strong chemicals to break down accumulated grease and food residue. These cleansers can contribute to po... -
Dish Washing Products
Soaps and other cleansing agents are required for washing and sanitizing food service items. Select products that are plant-base... -
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 ... -
Light Emitting Diode (LED)
LEDs bulbs use a mix of red, green, and blue LEDs to make white light, which it then emits in a specific direction. They do not contain mercury, are... -
Fluid Applied
Fluid applied flooring is commonly made of a poured epoxy or urethane coating. It is commonly used in restrooms or in decorative areas where easy cl...