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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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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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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... -
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... -
Recycling Checklist
Consider recycling during both initial procurement and final disposal.
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Water - Greywater Reuse
Greywater is the water stemming from processes such as showers, hand basins, or kitchen sinks but does not contain any human waste. Reusing greywate...
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Solid Waste - EPA’s Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
EPA’s Reduce, Reuse, Recycle site links to federal regulations and resources to properly recycle batteries, mercury-containing products, carpe...
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Solid Waste - EPA | Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
https://www.epa.gov/recycle
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Solid Waste - ReuseWood.org | Directory of reuse and recycling options for wood products
http://reusewood.org/
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Solid Waste - Computers for Learning (CFL) and GSAXcess
Computers for Learning (CFL) and GSAXcess: “The CFL program evolved as a guide for implementing Executive Order 12999, Educational Technology:...
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Solid Waste - 15-4
End of Life Phase, including a plan for adaptable reuse and deconstruction.
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Solid Waste - Credit 5.4
Reuse salvaged materials and plants
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Solid Waste - Credit 7.5
Reuse or recycle vegetation, rocks, and soil generated during construction
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Solid Waste - Green Tips and Strategies
Encourage pilot project ideas, from tenants or custodial personnel, which encourage waste reduction, reuse, and recycling.
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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-...
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Solid Waste - Green Tips
Check for reuse options, as a first step, for unwanted office furniture, equipment, and supplies. Contact GSA's Personal Property Management Officer...
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Water - Case13
Finding: Saving $682,000 annually by offsetting over 303 million gallons with water reclamation and reuse.Scope: U.S. Army Fort Carson – BMP 1...
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Water - Resources
A sustainable water system reduces not only overall water consumption but also the associated energy demand. Take steps to optimize the system&rsquo...
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Solid Waste - Landscape Architect
The landscape architect is responsible for advising on sustainable landscape design and maintenance, to minimize the amount of waste transported fro...
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Solid Waste - Human Behavior On Waste
Human behavior and interaction with the building space plays a critical component in achieving holistic sustainability. Desired waste reduction resu...
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Solid Waste - Building Recycling Program and Janitorial Service Contracts
A recommended approach to developing and managing a cost-effective, sustainable waste management program is to: Form a multi-disciplinary team to r...
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Water - Boilers/Steam Systems
Boiler and steam system equipment consume varying quantities of water within large heating systems depending on the size of the equipment, the amoun...
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Water - Single Pass Cooling Equipment
Single-pass (or once-through) cooling equipment uses water for only one cycle before subsequently discharging it. Examples of this equipment include...
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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 - Health
Leaks in the water system, if left unidentified and untreated, can serve as a catalyst for mold growth within the building space. Prolonged exposure...
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Solid Waste - Financial
When employing waste reduction strategies, financial benefits can be realized from several sources including recycling due to behavioral change and ...
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Solid Waste - Living Building Challenge
The intent of the Living Building Challenge materials category is to induce a successful materials economy that is non-toxic, transparent, and socia...
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Solid Waste - The Guiding Principles for Sustainable Federal Buildings: New Construction and Modernization
50% of waste must be diverted during construction and 50% of non-hazardous materials must be diverted during building operation. Provisions must ...
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Solid Waste - Guiding Principles for Sustainable Federal Buildings
Reduce waste disposed of in landfills and incineration facilities by recovering, reusing, and recycling materials Pursue cost-effective waste min...
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Water - Alternate Water Sources
Alternate water sources are not from freshwater such as surface or groundwater. Alternate water is typically collected and stored on-site and then ...
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Solid Waste - System Overview
Cost Savings The national average landfill tipping fee was $45 per ton in 2012. Diverting waste from landfills can lower total waste disposal cos...
Materials
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Deep Fryer
Deep Fryers require energy to heat oil to high temperatures. They also require ventilation directly above the equipment and specialized suppression ...