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Green building is just applying common sense.
Green building is the convergence of 5 fundamental objectives Waste management practices Conservation of natural resources Increasing energy efficiency Improving indoor air quality Connectivity to community
Home Size
478 SF/person
average floor area 1,500 SF
3.14 people per household
In 1950
In 1970
1.6 x 1950
In 2000
2.8 x 1950
297 SF/person
average floor area 1,000 SF
3.37 people per household
840 SF/person
average floor area 2,200 SF
2.62 people per household
WASTE GENERATION - millions of tons each year
20% from construction and demolition industry
10% of construction debris is clean unpainted wood
RESOURCE USE
Construction of a 2,085 sq ft home uses up to 1.5 acres of forest
95% of old growth forests have been depleted
Generation and use of energy (electric, gas, oil, coal) are major contributors to air pollution and global climate change.
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
We spend 90% of our time indoors
Air inside the average home is 10 times more polluted than outside air on the smoggiest days
locally produced,
minimally-processed,
durable and able to be maintained,
low in embodied energy,
high in recycled-content, and
readily-recyclable.
Fly Ash is a byproduct
of coal burning power plants Use of flyash in concrete diverts it from
landfills.
The U.S. produces 1.3 billion tons of Portland cement annually. This emits 1.3 billion tons of CO2 into the environment.
Attributes: Results in a less permeable concrete More durable Less shrinkage leads to reduced cracking
Concrete and rubble can be crushed and used for backfill and drainage purposes at the base of foundations
Using recycled instead of virgin materials saves money and natural recourses
Oriented Strand
Board
Gluelams
Laminated
veneer lumber
FSC certification assures that the forest from which the wood is produced is managed in an environmentally and socially responsible manner
SIPs are high-performance, load bearing panels that consist of a core of foam insulation with OSB on either side.
They are generally R-4 per inch
Advanced framing includes
many wood saving techniques: Framing 24” on center
2-stud corners
Stacking trusses over studs
Use single top plates
Builders’ Guide online at www.RECYCLENOW.ORG Hardware Lumber Plumbing Tile Windows Reclaimed wood
Two types of recycled content decking Plastic lumber
Contains only recycled plastic resins
Check manufacturer for amount of expansion
Composite lumber Made with recycled wood
fiber and recycled plastic resins formed into deck boards
Not for use in structural applications
Fiber-cement siding is composed of: Cement, sand, and cellulose
Textured to look like wood siding or stucco finish
Replaces conventional wood siding or stucco finishes
A green replacement for gypsum drywall,
80% recycled content;
Low VOC emissions (meets CA 01350);
Highly resistant to mold.
Minimize the amount of fresh water used within buildings and outside for landscaping.
Non Invasive Species
No Species Require Shearing
Drought-tolerant Natives
Minimal Turf Areas
Plants Grouped by Water Needs (Hydronizing)
Use High-efficiency Irrigation Systems
Drip, Bubblers or Low-flow Sprinklers
Water Catchment Filter
Rainwater Harvesting
Insulate Water Heaters & Pipes
Locate Water Heater within 12 Feet of All Fixtures
Toilets Dual-Flush or maximum 1.6 gpm
Showers use max 2.5 gpm
Faucets use max 1.5 gpm
Energy efficiency is the cornerstone of any green building project.
Direct Gain: Sunlight shines into and warms the living space.
Sunroom
Isolated Gain: Sunlight warms another
room (sunroom) and convection brings the
warmed air into the living space.
Plant deciduous trees for shade
Natural ventilation is a key cooling strategy
Install window overhangs and awnings
COMPACT FLUORESCENT BULBS
Saves up to $120 over the life of the bulb
Lasts up to 10 years
Use Recessed Lighting with CFLs
Insulation Compatible Air-tight (IC-AT) recessed lighting fixtures are sealed
Lighting controls include: Dimmers
Sensors and timers
Install either at specific locations or as a whole house system
Ceiling fans improve interior comfort: Can be adjusted to either draw warm air upward
during the summer or push warm air downward during the winter
Best locations are bedrooms and living rooms
Solar attic fans exhaust heat from attic spaces in summer and clear condensation in winter Attics can reach up to 150 degrees F. Heat can migrate into the house
Soffit/eave ventilation and gable/continuous ridge ventilation exhaust excess heat and moisture from attic spaces by natural convection.
Whole house fans cool a house without the use of air conditioning Exhaust warm, indoor air Bring in fresh, cool, outdoor air at night Fan mounted in a hallway ceiling on the top
floor
Energy efficient refrigerators can use up to 30% less energy
Look for Energy Star appliances
Check with local utilities for rebates on Energy Star appliances
Exceed the Title 24 Standard for your climate by at least 20%
Avoid damp blown cellulose during wet months The binder reduces the chance of settling. Cellulose is treated to retard insects and fire
Install expanding foam or caulk to prevent infiltration where wood connections are made or framing is drilled to provide plumbing and electrical runs.
Low- E double-glazed windows
Low-conductivity frames
Look for windows that have a National Fenestration Rating Council
(NFRC) label
U-factor A measure of heat transferred by the entire window
(frame, sash, and glass) either into or out of the building.
Visible Transmittance (VT) Select a window with a high VT.
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) Air Leakage (AL)
PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS (PV)
SOLAR HOT WATER
Attached garage is the single most significant contributor to poor indoor air quality (source: U.S. EPA)
Low/no-VOC products are manufactured without: Mercury or mercury
compounds Pigments of lead, cadmium,
chromium or their oxides
Low/no-VOC paints are readily available
Conventional solvent-based wood finishes can off-gas for months
Low VOC finishes are lower in toxic compounds
Can be used in most applications If solvent-based wood finishes
must be used, they should be left to off-gas for 3 to 4 weeks prior to occupancy
Low/no-VOC adhesives reduce toxic gasses like aromatic hydrocarbons
Can be used for all interior applications Flooring Countertops Wall coverings Paneling Tub/shower enclosures
Engineered sheet goods (particleboard, medium density fiberboard (MDF) typically uses adhesives that contain urea formaldehyde
Alternative sheet goods include materials made without formaldehyde
Replaces vinyl flooring Contains petroleum-based
products or chlorinated chemicals such as PVC which off gases VOCs
Lasts only 7-10 years
Manufactured from natural materials like flax seed, jute, and linseed oil
Can last up to 40 years
For slab-on-grade additions or basements
Great for radiant, in-floor heating systems
Durable and easy to clean
Consumer label, tied to independent
field verification
Ratings reflect practices ABOVE
code in CA
Resources for local govt. policies &
incentives
Quantifies environmental benefits
Complementary to LEED for Homes
Platinum: 52-69 points
Gold: 39-51 points
Silver: 33-38 points
Certified: 26-32 points
LEED Category Prerequisites Possible Points
Sustainable Sites (SS) 1 14
Water Efficiency (WE) 0 5
Energy & Atmosphere (EA) 3 17
Materials & Resources (MR) 1 13
Indoor Environmental Quality (EQ)
2 15
Innovation in Design (ID) 0 5
Total 69
Recognizes that each aspect of building design influences others Envelope affects HVAC sizing
Windows affect lighting loads
Lighting affects cooling loads
Waste heat from one process can be pre-heating for another
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Commit to the integrative design process
Hold a charrette
Have regular meetings
Establish communication protocols
Identify scope of responsibilities and interactions for all parties
Identify what aspects of green building are important to your client
Talk with your client, subcontractors, and architect about building green
Use the Green Point Rated or LEED Guidelines to develop project
Ask your local supplier to stock green building materials
Get continual training for yourself and your employees
Implement green practices into your business