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Sustainable Design Introduction PDF Download Introduction to Sustainable Design waste diversion techniques iDefining Sustainable Design recycled-content materials One of the most widely used definitions of Characteristics of Sustainable Design sustainable development is Embracing sustainable design enhances “Development that meets the needs of the building design. Characteristics include: present without compromising the ability High performance of future generations to meet their own Good quality needs.” Durability Added value This definition could apply to meeting any Acceptable cost based on life cycle human need, such as for clothing, shelter, assessment and food. This definition, however, is very Pleasing aestheticsReduced operating broad based. A more concise definition of costsReduced environmental impacts sustainability in a design context, from Governor Gray Davis’ Order on Impacts of Buildings sustainable design, is: Buildings have an enormous impact on the environment, including resource “…to site, design, deconstruct, construct, consumption, the production of pollutants, renovate, operate, and maintain state and numerous impacts to habitats and buildings that are models of energy, species. water, and materials efficiency; while providing healthy, productive and comfortable indoor environments and Energy Consumption and Air long-term benefits…” Emissions Worldwide, daily energy consumption requires 10,000 days to replenish Key Attributes of Sustainable Design depleted fossil fuels. Worldwide energy A state plan for integrating sustainable consumption will grow by 59 percent over design, called “A Blueprint for State the next 20 years, according to an annual Facilities”, notes key attributes of forecast released by the U.S. Department sustainable design as: of Energy. Carbon dioxide emissions linked to global climate change are Siting considerations that expected to nearly double by the year evaluate proximity to public 2020. transportation and affordable housing; promote economic renewal; Unfortunately, even though renewable and analyze building design and energy use is expected to increase by 53 placement options to optimize percent between 1999 and 2020, its resource efficiency; current nine percent share of total energy Energy, water, and materials efficiency; consumption is projected to drop to eight Improved indoor environmental quality percent by 2020. and comfort; and; The use of environmentally preferable In the U.S., buildings consume 30% of products and processes, such as energy and California Sustainable Design 1.1 Training 60% of the electricity produced, much of Notes: which is produced from combusting fossil fuels. Serious problems associated with non-renewable electricity production include: 35% of all CO2 emissions 75% SO2 emissions 30% of NOx emissions These emissions contribute to global warming, lead to the formation of smog, and negatively impact air quality. Energy consumption also costs building owners significant amounts over the life of the building. The Information Administration notes that commercial building owners pay approximately $15,300 per building for electricity, natural gas, fuel oil, and district heat. Resource Consumption According to the Worldwatch Institute Paper “A Building Revolution: How Ecology and Health Concerns are Transforming Construction”, in the U.S., construction annually consumes 40% raw stone, gravel & sand 25% virgin wood. Since 1950, a fifth of the world's forest cover has been removed3 billion tons of raw materialsUp to 40% of landfill content Up to 15% of materials used in construction may be wasted Waste creates long-term hazards to human health and ecosystem Water Use and Quality In the U.S., 340 billion gallons of fresh water are withdrawn daily. In office buildings, occupants use an average of 20 gallons per day. However, water efficient strategies employed in buildings can reduce usage by 30%, significantly reducing water use. 1.2 California Sustainable Design Training Introduction to Sustainable Design 100x more polluted. This is a huge Water use also has to be treated at concern given the fact that Americans wastewater treatment plants and spend approximately 90% of their time stormwater runoff from fertilized turf and indoors. impervious paved surfaces can pollute Indoor air pollution is one of the top streams and rivers. Freshwater supply five environmental risks to public constraints also mean that building related health. According to the Worldwatch water consumption competes with water Institute, in fact, Sick Building needs in the ecosystem and in agriculture. Syndrome affects 30% of new & renovated buildings. It is estimated The .S. Census Bureau notes that in that this translates to lost productivity 1995, California accounted for almost totaling billions annually. 11% of all freshwater used in the U.S. IEQ impacts occupant productivity, performance, health, and satisfaction. Site Development According to the U.S. Bureau of Census Data on Urbanized Areas, 95% of the total Sustainable Design Principles sprawl in California from 1970-1990 was It is easier to grasp all of the aspects of related to population growth. Furthermore, building design, construction, and despite accepting the densest living operation that might impact the natural conditions in the country, LA sprawled environment or building occupants by 394 square miles from 1980-1990 and addressing five key principles of added 3.1 million residents. sustainable design: Sustainable Sites, Safeguarding Water, Energy and California’s population is projected to rise Atmosphere, Indoor Environmental from its current 35 million residents to just Quality, and Materials and Resources. under 50 million in 2025. This would make Following is an overview of these California as densely populated as China principles as well as a few examples of is now. opportunities to integrate related sustainable solutions. More detailed Sprawl contributes to environmental information on all of these principles will problems such as: be presented during the training. Disruption of habitat corridors Soil erosion Sustainable Sites Increased stormwater runoff Overall goal: Minimize the negative impact Destruction of ecosystems of site selection and site design. Loss of agricultural land For example: Air pollution related to transportation Select building sites with access to public transportation Reuse a building instead of building Indoor Environmental Quality new According to the EPA: Minimize building footprint Indoor air is often more polluted than Encourage urban development outdoor air, sometimes as much as Plant drought-resistant vegetation California Sustainable Design 1.3 Training Safeguarding Water Notes: Overall goal: conserve water and protect water quality. For example: Use low-flow fixtures Integrate vegetated filter strips and grass swales Collect and use rainwater Plant indigenous vegetation Use pervious surfaces Use of reclaimed or recycled water for irrigation Energy & Atmosphere Overall goal: Design for energy efficiency and consider renewable sources. For example: Generate electricity on-site (fuel cells; photovoltaics, for example) Eliminate CFCs and HCFCs Utilize occupancy sensors Consider alternative power contracts Recover waste heat Materials & Resources Overall goal: Minimize the life-cycle impact of materials. For example: Practice Construction Waste Management Specify: • Rapidly renewable materials • Certified wood • Recycled content • Low emitting materials • Durable materials Indoor Environmental Quality Overall goal: Enhance the health and comfort of building occupants. For example: Include a construction Indoor Air Quality plan Provide for occupant control of lighting, air flow, or operable windows 1.4 California Sustainable Design Training Introduction to Sustainable Design Provide access to daylight and the typically more than 90% of a building outdoors owner’s costs, with the other 10% being Use materials with low emissions initial construction costs and building Design for good acoustics operational costs. Efficient Operations & Maintenance. Benefits of Sustainable Design Longer lasting products, less cleaning There are many benefits associated with with toxic substances, increased use of integrating sustainable design concepts. control systems for water delivery and Increased Community Perception. energy use can lower O&M costs. This is Environmental awareness continues to one of the primary goals of sustainable increase. Building owners who utilize design. sustainable design approaches send a “good neighbor” message to the Regional Economic Development. community. Sustainable design encourages the use of regionally or locally produced materials to Reduced Operating Costs. One of the minimize the energy and air emissions primary goals of sustainable design is to impacts related to transporting materials. reduce operating costs. For the most part, this is due to reduced energy Increased Employee/Occupant consumption. Satisfaction. Studies indicate that building occupants are healthier and more Reduced Liability. A building’s healthy satisfied in sustainably designed indoor environment can offset the trend buildings. towards increased insurance claims related to indoor air quality problems. Environmental benefits include the Conservation of Natural Resources and Increased Market Demand/Building Reduced Waste. Value. Buildings designed using sustainable design principles are leasing faster. Since National Sustainable Design Trends sustainable buildings are often less California
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