Think "Green" For Your Building
Site Considerations
- Previously developed/non green field
- Close proximity to urban services
- Close proximity to public transportation
- Minimized parking to encourage car pooling
- Reflective paving material
- Prevention of light pollution
- Non-irrigated landscape
Occupant Considerations
- Bicycle racks & changing facilities
- Use of indoor air quality management plan
- Use of low emitting air contaminant materials
- Lighting Controls
- Views to the outdoor environment
- Verification of thermal comfort
- LEED accredited employees
Building Considerations
- White roof membrane
- Low water use fixtures
- Commissioning of energy systems
- High efficiency Geo Exchange HVAC system
- Efforts to utilize renewable energy
- Diversion of waste from landfills
- Recycled content in construction materials
- Use of regional & rapidly renewable materials