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LCA Example: Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs)
The US EPA has developed a guide about conducting LCA. The LCA process is a systematic, phased approach and consists of four components: goal definition and scoping, inventory analysis, impact assessment, and interpretation. -
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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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 space layout and workstation standards are based on new ways of working and specific work tasks and business needs rather than organizational hierarchy.
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Building Systems Upgrades
The following are Sustainable Strategies to consider as your space undergoes a building system upgrade to improve energy, water use and occupant comfort. Refer to the Share Section for a representative project Case Study to discover key practices, benefits, results and checklists.
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Conducting LCA
The US Department of Energy has developed an LCA report to help evaluate the energy and environmental benefits of LEDs when compared to incandescent and fluorescent lighting. This analysis follows the four steps outlined above. When using LCA to compare equipment, it is important to establish a common unit of performance by which each will be judged. -
Sustainable 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 sustainable manner. Operations staff should endeavor to establish best practices in energy efficiency, resource conservation, ecologically sensitive products, and other sustainable practices, and implement them.
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Under 10,000 SF Interiors Gut Rehab Project
Following are Sustainable Strategies to consider as the space has or will undergo a major tenant gut rehab for projects under 10,000 SF. Note to use a current version of LEED for Commercial Interiors for tenant improvement projects over 10,000 SF. Refer to the Share Section for a represented project Case Study to discover key practices, benefits, results and checklists.
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Life Cycle Approach
Materials and resources all have environmental, social and economic impacts beyond just their "use" phase in a project. Analyzing these environmental impacts and financial costs over the entire life span of a product or material is what is known as a Life Cycle Approach. -
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Overview
When seeking to make the most sustainable choice, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) provides the most data to inform your decision. By including the impacts throughout the product life cycle, LCA provides a comprehensive view of the environmental aspects of the product or process and a more accurate picture of the true environmental trade-offs in product and process selection. -
Health
Good health has both physical and psychological components. Being healthy means the absence of disease and illness, as well as feeling positive about life and work. The workplace can play a role in the health of workers by eliminating risks and creating conditions that support cognitive, emotional, and social well being.
Whole Building Analysis
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Low-emitting Materials (Resources > IEQ)
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Green Tips (Resources > Water)
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CIEB (Mandates / Rating Systems > Water)
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IEQc4.1 (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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IEQc4.2 (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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IEQc4.3 (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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IEQc4.4 (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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IEQ4.5 (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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IEQc4.1 (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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IEQc4.2 (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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IEQc4.3 (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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IEQc4.4 (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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Green Tips (Resources > Lighting)
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Green Tips (Resources > Lighting)
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Green Tips (Resources > IEQ)
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Green Tips (O&M > IEQ)
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Case Studies (Financial > HVAC)
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System Overview (HVAC)
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Energy Use (Resources > Lighting)
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Facility Manager (Integrative Design Process > Lighting)
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Refrigerants (Resources > HVAC)
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Owner (Integrative Design Process > HVAC)
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Views (Resources > IEQ)
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The HPSB Guiding Principles for New Construction and Major Renovations (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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The HPSB Guiding Principles for Existing Buildings (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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LEED for Commercial Interiors (2009) (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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LEED for New Construction (2009) (Mandates / Rating Systems > IEQ)
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Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) (Human Behavior > IEQ)
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Materials (Resources > Lighting)
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Fixture Performance (O&M > Water)
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Green Globes Continual Improvement of Existing Buildings (CIEB) (Mandates / Rating Systems > Water)
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Masking (Resources > IEQ)
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Green Cleaning Plan (O&M > IEQ)
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Flush Fixtures (Resources > Water)
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Flow Fixtures (Resources > Water)
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Landscaping (Resources > Water)
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Absorption (Resources > IEQ)
Materials
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Glass - Low Emissivity
A Low-E coating is a microscopic thin layer of metal or metal oxide deposited on window glass to prevent heat and ultra-violet (UV) rays from passing through the glass. -
Pressure-Assisted / Low-flow
Pressure-assisted toilets use the pressure from the main water line to more efficiently empty the bowl and use less water. Low-flow flush valves used in toilets are those that use less than 1.6 gallons of water per flush. -
Low-Flow
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Low-Flow Shower
Low-flow showerheads use less than 2.5 gallons of water per minute GPM. Look for dual-flow shower controls that allow the user to reduce and restore the water flow during times of soaping and rinsing while maintaining the same temperature of the water. -
Low-flow Faucet
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Low-Flow Urinal
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Overhead Direct / Indirect
A direct-indirect light fixture has down light passage areas in the bottom of the housing through which the direct lighting component is produced. The remaining light is emitted upward to produce reflected light on the ceiling. -
Daylight Controls
Daylight controls measure the amount of daylight/ambient light in a room and adjust the electric light levels accordingly. Daylight controls should be designed with multiple zones to reflect the differing levels of ambient light entering a space. In areas closest to the window where there is a great deal of daylight in the space, the controls dim the electric light levels; and in areas farther away from the window with lower levels of daylight, the controls increase the amount of electric light in the space. -
Metering / Sensor-operated
Metering faucets dispense water for a pre-determined period of time. Combined with a low-flow aerator, metering faucets deliver a pre-defined volume of water (0.125 gpc - gallon per cycle). Electronic faucets use a motion controlled sensor to activate water flow. They can either be programmed to turn off when motion ceases or based on a predetermined period of time. Both metering and sensor-operated faucets can use low-flow aerators; however, the faucet may cost more than conventional faucets. -
Daylight Controls
Daylight controls measure the amount of daylight/ambient light in a room and adjust the electric light levels accordingly. Daylight controls should be designed with multiple zones to reflect the differing levels of ambient light entering a space. In areas closest to the window where there is a great deal of daylight in the space, the controls dim the electric light levels; and in areas farther away from the window with lower levels of daylight, the controls increase the amount of electric light in the space. -
Dual-flush Toilets
Dual-flush toilets have two levels of flushing - one for solid waste and a lower flush for liquid waste. There are dual-flush options for both commercial flush valve applications and for tank-type toilets. -
Lamp Types
There are many different types of light bulbs / lamps used at commercial buildings including fluorescent, compact fluorescent, and Light Emitting Diode (LED). Incandescent lighting is becoming obsolete. Lamp selection should be driven by efficiency, lamp life, color quality of the light and its intended use. - Fluorescent lights do not give off as much heat, can be highly efficient and have a long useful life. However, they contain mercury and typically are not dimmable unless using a dimmable ballast. - CFLs can produce a warm light, are highly efficient and have a long useful life. However, CFLs contain small amounts of mercury and are also sensitive to frequent on/off cycling and as such their rated lifetimes may be reduced if switched on/off regularly. Not all CFLs are dimmable. - LED lamps do not contain mercury, are highly efficient, turn on quickly, are dimmable, and have a long useful life. LEDs are currently more costly and have a light quality that is typically whiter than incandescent. -
Casework / Millwork
Select casework and millwork that have sustainable attributes such as rapidly renewable, recycled content and sustainably managed forest material. Also look for products that are low-VOC and formaldehyde-free. In addition, consider ease of maintenance and durability when choosing any material.
Green Products
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Very Low Temperature Refrigeration Systems
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LED Lighting
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Cordless Phones
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Docking Stations
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Docking Stations: Audio Amplification
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Docking Stations: With Optical Disc Drive Functions
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Fax Machines
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Printers
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Paint
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