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HOME REMODELING Gill! R il!'" E ~'111 II 1:111'111 IU' 'I L [Ii ·111 ¡'I~:: EIIr illl"ll I: J I 0, " E L III '~I ,~"'"I 'S' 1!II1 ,l I¡ , ~Ii! , ' ,': ¡ : : WiJ m : ! : " ~I : mil Ii '<I"" """ 1:,,,;11 ,', r, 'III ~II[ " " , ,: Ii: If",,,, 'IU¡ lti£ AIJma{j~ ~>aUrl1!:11 Ih!::~~¡l~)! ¡\M~¡~'¡;'¡j?','f:~mt)m· Au:;'h~'Hhy I~~ :;ìmjl.1'f..'~J H,;m!t::U~,H~ i~:~\U ¡;¡·t1:c.;t1':;;bm nrMU~~ The Alameda County Waste Management Authority is a public joint-powers agency comprised of the County of Alameda, each of the fourteen cities within the county, and two sanitary districts that also provide refuse collection services. The Authority is governed by a Board of Directors made up of elected officials, primarily mayors and city council members, appointed by each member agency. Funding is derived solely from waste disposal and waste import mitigation fees collected at the Altamont, Trl-Cities, and Vasco Road landfill sites. The agency receives no general tax funds. Together with its specialized arm - the Alameda County Source Reduction and Recycling Board - the Authority offers a wide range of programs in the areas of public education, green building, recycled product procurement, waste reduction, market development and technical assistance. nr. jl;!10W ff dg?;·m':;nt~¡; Special thanks to the following building professionals for their commitment, input and direction in developing these Guidelines, Gr;¥~1 ¡::ìpHn'i:~:n:t C';~H¡¡ln~í I:'b;'·¡,¡:" 2i:)O.3¡ Seth Melchert Master Builders Michael McCutcheon McCutcheon Construction Inc. Dennis and Connie McCullah Odin's Hammer Mercedes Corbell Mercedes Corbell Design & Architecture Marc Richmond Austin Energy ì')'QJ~d f©am .AJ;'Amw:r!?¡: 1!V;1Iht¡;: ¡1¡11ðn~~jj'(·(~~m~'u~ & ~:í'1H(.rc# k~::;¡¡1:1(:tkm ;;md HY)G)¡~: a~)<)j)i~(!i 777 Davis Street, Ste. 100 San Leandro, CA 94577 510.614.1699 tel 510.614.1698 fax www.stopwaste.org Contact: Meri Soli or Karen Kho \Iqrt%~r~: Wi,H';d~I¡~' 57 Acorn Lane Boulder, CO 80304 303.444.7044 tel 303.444.7013 fax www.whatsworking.com Contact: David Johnston ù~~ì'r!íiJ¡FiIH;~ The Information provided In these Guidt31in€ls should be consMered þy con~t~r architects and other professionals, as well as Ownet5, in the CO!Jt'MJ of designing and constJUcUng new or modified structures. They are provided as 8 public service by the Alameda County Waste Management Amh(¡flty and R~cycling Board in an attempt to provide env;ronmental œri~f¡ts: and reduce costs. The Guidelines are not a substitute for the exercise of sound judgement 1/1 particular clrcum:rtances and 8ffl not intended as recommendations for pprtlcular pfQçJvctJi or prD(:esses. Dts.lgn: :,'.;o:':;(:',\, ~""i '<.~:" i ':""'<'.,,:::,1 >,;,')i:,t'::l'j.,!':.:::'j, i,.' ,~, Printing. i" ,,: I~'-:.'I:'~.! ,;'ì~/,;¡";',O,~ ~';~-:."i\,::';'~',~ ¡:',";r<~' .'.":"'~.: ,,~( :' ',¡~',::"~': ' I"'~'. January 2004 HI~~® 4!;N~~(j:;~ii~ll;i~ì ::¡¡:f) h\'1' 1H<ltJft:11;S¡(~!'1;]~ '!>.'\;~'r~WGïart 3ind hmn4!~Wn~~'r.~; The Guidelines offer: . Cost-€ffective suggestions to minimize construction-related waste, create healthier and more durable homes, reduce operating costs for homeowners and support local manufacturers and suppliers of resource-efficient building materials. , Methods to reduce the impacts of building in Alameda County communities; including solid waste management, water conservation, energy efficiency and resource conservation. The practices contained in these Guidelines were selected for their viability in today's market and their ability to promote sustainable building. Builders using this booklet will differentiate themselves in the marketplace while protecting our environment. The Guidelines were developed through a partnership among local developers, architects, contractors, green building experts and staff of the Alameda County Waste Management' Authority and Recycling Board. ¡~1 i,¡~'CWH~Y ¡ ;:1:\1'0;: \1":(,ín:!;:('I!! Construction and demolition debris comprise up to 30% of materials disposed in California landfills. The Alameda County Waste Management Authority and Recycling Board is working in partnership with the construction and building industry on ways to reduce this waste stream. Through job site recycling, efficient use of materials, use of recycled-content building materials and similar practices, the Green Building Guidelines provide an effective tool to decrease the amount of materials that ends up in landfills. ~::j1t\!i'!:¡:Ij't::tin:ì:: Wa'!£t¢; n\~~I:liI:):!';~:ii1H:J 'fn;I¡(,':: ;11 ~,:;,q'¡!:íjrf.,~ ¡::¡;H!,I: i~,I'.I{j¡\,f H1li:,\n1;j~ Trash :: G Woo,g .._.,.{.;_:S:__'~!.'''i i'I':': Metª.I..s TOTAL ., '" (q 1<,11': ºªr9J?9_agL_: i::: 1::( /:,'"';" ',:~i·i:':; , '(),)r'" 'I' Vi<,ï.'::/i ".¡,;,.', ,"\,1:.;::,:' ,(;':'(i/,I',. /.:d (,',d:,:~/,:,:':';',) ,i'/::"I')')\,::i ;:'.i«:·t,::,i} " ',';'<'(:."'.',:'Î,' ;',;:':-':,.,.'t:· ." g: ; :,:J,,::,~': \,~3;': il:'; ,er:/,,":'I:;- .:'; 1;,,,':;/ ,i'/ji E:;'(/~~i·i'(i 1\;· ." A. Site B. Foundation C, Structural Frame D. Exterior Finish __ E:Plumbing...,u. . 4.SI:JMMARY OF GREEN BUilDING BENEFITS 5. GREEN REMODELING IllUSTRATIONS 51 New Add ition Seçond floor. Bathroom Kitchen ~_____.. ßg __........._....-'.._~_..._.._.__!;>4. ..5E!. 58 -~."....~.._""."". GREEN BUILDING MATERIALS LISTING (supplemeritary insert) , '''''I ¡ :<,',',', . \ ¡ Overview of Green Building This section gives an overview of the basic conCep\Sand elements of green building, Contractors can use the Guidelines"as ,a way to describe green building pr$ctices andberiefits - highlighting the unique eXPertise and services they can pro\t.idetothe homeowner.Hörn~()\¡\IriEi"rs .".can use the GUidelines tqgairiiriförmationOn green bÙilding options and.to.defihêfhé objectives of their projed.( - ~ g e n ~ ¡¡ z 5 - ~ o ~ u " c " '" ~ z Green building is just applied common sense. To demystify the process and move forward with your construction project, it is helpful to think of green building as the convergence of three fundamental objectives: 1 Conserve natural resources 2 Increase energy efficiency 3 Improve indoor air quality ~k~ ¡,~,::¡';,;~y:: R®::\ i,:;\,H'f::i~ ~~ ~,'I::'::~~n:('lint¡ :~) lï Conventional building practices consume large quantities of wood, plastic, cardboard, paper, water and other natural resources that lead - unnecessarily - to their depletion. " . " I,¡,I C " ~ W '" w " o T '" o ~ For example, wood is one of the most common building materials, but is often used wastefully. We have already harvested 95% of the nation's old- growth forests - a trend that simply cannot continue. Engineered lumber products such as wood I-joists, wood fiber laminates and oriented strand board, utilize fast growing farm trees as an alternative to old-growth forests. These products can use as little as 50% of the wood fiber to perform the same structural functions and are typically stronger, straighter and lighter than solid-sawn lumber. Remodelers have a rapidly expanding range of green building materials from which to choose. Recycled-content decking, insulation, reclaimed lumber and other products divert waste from landfills, while providing quality and durability that often exceed conventional materials. For example, decking material made out of recycled plastic resins mixed with wood waste fibers can last up to five times longer than wood decks, and never need to be treated or painted. Water conservation is another important issue. Wise water usage reduces the strain on resourCeS as well as iowers expenses. Today, remodelers can take advantage of a new generation of high- efficiency washers, dishwashers, and landscape water management systems. ~ 1,.1 . is w ~ " The San Francisco Bay Area chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (SFBA NARI), in coordination with the Alameda County Waste Management Authority, offers a comprehensive certification class for California licensed building professionals, The class consists of a four session course on how to apply green building methods and materials in remodeling, Consumers can locate a Certified Green Building Professional at www.sfbanarl.com. Building professionals interested in becoming certified can contact NARI at 415982-9200 or visit their website at www.sfbanari.com. ¡:: "I<'i ¡:;:i:i~t i':!:I'II~:\r Energy efficiency is a cornerstone of any green building project. Generation and use of energy are major contributors to air pollution and global climate change. Improving energy efficiency and using renewable energy sources are effective ways to improve air quality and reduce the impacts of global warming. Improving energy efficiency is also an economi- cally effective choice for consumers. Lowering utility expenses allows residents to enjoy the financial benefits year after year. The first step to increase energy efficiency is to add insulation and weather stripping wherever possible, install double-glazed/low-E windows and upgrade to high-efficiency appliances. Other energy upgrades/choices include installing solar water heaters, photovoltaic panels, and purchasing "green power" generated from renewable sources like the sun, wind and biomass (when available). : Il~:;':1 1:::' h,,:j' The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that the air in new homes can be ten times more polluted than outdoor air. According to the New England Journal of Medicine, 40% of chil- dren will develop respiratory disease, in part, due to the chemicals in their homes. Poor indoor air quality is caused by the offgassing of chemicals found in many building materials as well as mold and mildew that build up in homes due to poorly designed and maintained heating and cooling systems. One of the most commOn indoor pOllutants is formaldehyde, a suspected human carcinogen. Kitchen cabinets, countertops, shelving and furniture are typically made from particleboard held together by formaldehyde-based adhesives. The formaldehyde is released into the home for years after these products have been installed. Many paints and floor finishes also contain unhealthy volatile organic compounds (VOCs). That "new house smell" is actually the odor of these volatile compounds offgassing and is a telltale sign that there are harmful chemicals in the indoor environment. The building products industry has responded to these indoor pOllution problems by developing alternative paint, finish, and adhesive products. For example, solvent-free adhesives used in flooring and countertops can eliminate many of the suspected and known human carcinogens. Paints, varnishes, and cleaners that don't utilize volatile compounds are now commonly available from most major manufacturers at costs compa- rable to conventional products. In addition to the growing number of readily available and cost-effective green materials - an increasing number of builders and remodelers are also using natural building materials such as straw-bale, rammed earth, adobe and cob. While less common in their use, natural building products have a positive impact on the environment as they are renewable and abundant; energy·efficient in production, transport and use; non-polluting; durable and long lasting. Graduates of the NARI Certified Green Building Professional class have formed a new trade group called the Green Remodelers Guild. Their mission is to provide continuing education in green building practices as well as a forum for discussion of green building materials and methodologies. For more information, visit www.build-green.org. - i G q " z " "1") ~ ~ 2 '" ~ r ~ Z ~ " ~ e '7 ~ ø ü ~ I o ., '" :;J;! 1'1'1 ~ o 8 C ã; - " Q 6 ;;: Q ~ There are many reaSOnS to bui Id green. These inciude a concern for the environment, an interest in building more efficiently, health considerations or a desire to create an environmentally friendly image for your business. By applying a sustainable perspective to design, construction and remodeling, green building brings the benefits 01 resource conservation, energy savings and healthy living. Each of the features listed in these Green Building Guidelines benefit the environment by addressing one or more of the following: resource conservation, energy efficiency, indoor air quality. The following is a list of green building features that convey the benefits of building green: II , C:'I\I':::,:I:::n:::tIFi:"¡¡Y ::1:::1¡:¡I'H~ PH,;,duct!l; \"1 '.,i ~ z :J Q Q ~ w ~ ,,. ~ Q ~ "' Q " :2 z ~ w o ~';¡ ( ~) " ~ q 7.:) m Most green building products and materials were developed to do something better than their conven- tional counterpart. These products usually perform better and are manufactured in an environmentally sound manner, thus protecting and restoring our natural resources. Consider using the following: ," Recycled-content decking " FSC Certified wood " Engineered lumber " I nterior steel studs Solvent-free adhesives ," Natural linoleum flooring Recycled..content ceramic tile " Flyash in concrete ." Bamboo flooring ;'{:::~¡:-·i~, r; 1.1:\';: 1,,'1""'1'''1' ',ii \,.,,,," ;ili¡ Î:::: ;;i:I:~::'!i¡ll':i:::1;: frr.::d\xc I :'~: w w ~ " Next to quality, durability and reduced maintenance are very important. There is never enough time to do what needs to be done and home maintenance is never high on the list of how to spend time away from work. Consider using the following: '" Fiber-cement siding ,', Recycled-content decking Exposed concrete flooring ,', Natural linoleum flooring " Recycled-content ceramic tile " Resource-efficient landscapes and gardens .,. 40 year roofing v; ¡,':I:.I :.¡:¡; ::~: ::: I';,::: ;':)\'::1 C:'.': ,.".; i:: I :'Ü p~' L:'¡I:i~iin Ej'~,;,,~d.,¡.i l' I:::nr¡:,h:: ;'1 :~II';,:I :>;I\II:'~: ;:,j:;: :::I! Comfort is what drives high energy use. When it gets hot, we turn on the air conditioning. By increasing the insulation and providing for natural cooling, the electricity demand can be reduced with no compromise in occupant comfort. Consider incorporating the following: Foundation/slab insu lation Increased wall and ceiling insulation Spray cellulose insulation " Advanced infiltration reduction practices . Low-e windows " Hydronic heating " All ducts located in conditioned spaces " Ceiling fans ," Whole house fans " Passive solar heating ," Natural cool ing " ENERGY STAR" appiiances " Attic venti lation systems H(¡;¡¡"¡:I'¡::\,;tl' ~\~I','IÚVCU;: ;J:;;¡J P:~'í,H';Îjf.~~~r Fùr ~:~'!m¡;if~\'~ What is more important than the health of our children? The public health community has identified homes as one 01 the most significant threats to children's health. It is only common sense to reduce the use of products that are known to have health impacts. Consider offering the following: Low/No-VOC paints Natural linoleum in place of vinyl flooring " Formaldehyde-free medium density 1iberboard (M DF) Solvent-free adhesives Water-borne wood finishes '" Clean ducts before occupancy " Exhaust fan in attached garages Recycled-content fiberglass insulation with no added formaldehyde Seal all particleboard and MDF 'i',' I' Green Poi nts Whenremodeling, it is important to look. carefully aft he , ' , , , - " ~ m ~ ~ o " ~ ~ typejjf project and incorpórateàsm~riygre~nfeatures aspossiblè. The Green POitJtsi?aTatin~Sysh;m that?as '. beér;¡. developed to offer bÒildihg.pIcfessionals'>arid ':'.. .....'..."",",:', "."" ',,'," '''''''''''''' .- homeowners a tool toassés$h6W" ~rij!ironmenfally , '" :",,,,,,, ':::::::::" "":;" " , \":' ,;",,,,:,,,,,,',,,,, :'''''''' friendly or "green" a home is, Théiteœs'li$tedç¡p the Green "'1:::1' Points represent a varietYof~reerlþuildihgI6pÞórtunities, ::", ,:::,:;::::::::' ,,,,,,':",::, , :;:::.:-:-::,: however; not all of them may apply toytJUr þroject.l;ach ", ' ""....... ..' ''''''....':'''' " .........'. ",,' rnéasureis assigned to a spe¢ificc~tegC)f~+'-Resources, " """",' .Ënergy and IAQlHealth - tøgilÍeYouj:ijriidé~cfthe ,,", "''',:'': ,""" '''''',' "",' impact of each measure. AlthoÚglisQh'1éme¡¡suresmay i:,::': ::::':::;:,,;:'::':":"::':::!::::, ",:!:¡;¡,::; \ " , """ fitiritoÍ11ore than one categþr)l,they:þiave.bèen assigned " '"'',''' ",:' , " , " " " "" \ , , to th!:! category where theyh¡We thegre~fèstimpäd. 9 - ~ ~ z " ~ Due to the diversity of remodeling project types, assigning a "total points" vslue to a project to be considered environmentally friendly is not fessible. However, 25 measures have been highlighted to signify that every effort should be made to incorporste them into your projects. These items have been chosen based up on their impact on the environment and the health of the home in coordination with eaSe of implementation and relative low cost. These measures can be used as a starting point for "greening" your project. You can download an electronic version of the Green Points at www.stopwaste.org_ ~ w ~ ~ 1, Recycle Job Site Construction ~lîd D~m(llition WAst~ 65% '!II 1 polot; 75% -,I 2 polrlts: 80% 0" 4. J"!oint!') 2. Salv~ge ~eus~l)l~ BUlldln? Mate~'I~1 up to 4 Resource ,pts. 4 Resource pts. 3. Remod\:!1 for Mixed US!?, AUi.lµliv8 Rouse, and Historic Preservation 4 Resource pt!). 2 Resource pts. 1 Res(ll)rçe pt. 2 A:üSOLl~Ce. pts, ? R~!;:Ol,Jrçp' pts. 4 Resource pi~. 4. Protl7!r:t N3tl\le Soil 5. MinimiLe [)i~ruþlion oj E¡o;i~.;[lIlg ~'I,)nts <:)IH.1 Trees 6. Implement Constru\.tiOI1 Site Stormwater Practices 7. f'rötéc:t Wãter Qu~lily with Li.11Idsc<.1¡.\ù Oc::.ign B. Design Resource-Efficient L:Jndsc¿¡pes and G¡mh~ll:> 9. Reuse MateriCllslUse Recycled-Cont!::11l M¡:Ileri¡ 1s for l.ç¡nd$cape Areas 2 RiH;úUl'Cc pts, " 7 ::¡ W " " " w ~ ,u " " ~ "' " " ,. W 7 ::¡ " r.::. :::J ~ " ~ S :5 "' 10. Install ~11¡:!h,Effi(:icrH~Y Irrip,8tioll $YMen1!'¡ 11. Pmvide tor On"Slte Wõ3ter Catchment I Retention 2 Resource pts. 2 Resource pts. Subto'!l1 fromlhill sHctioll J [I [I B. FOUllllatiol1 1. Incorporate Recycled Flyash in Corîcrldte 2;]% Re(;yded Fly~~h := 2 points; Add 1 point for every lO':¡~, inçr~~1~f: ( t [¡Y'j~.f1. lJI) tn G. points up to 5 Resi..\urtl) pt~. 2. U!:'e Reçyçleçi-COlltent Aggre2i;!te 3. 1r1:>ulate ("oi.lndatio¡) Bcrúr~ Oackfill 2 Re:;üLlr'l~e pt~, ~ Energy pts. Subunal from thi~ ~Ii!c,il;ln I \". ..···..ï .....1 \,.._......1 C. Structural Frame ,,' w ~ ',' 1, Si.JbstitlJte Soliçi Sawn UJml)er with Engineerl:!o L.umber 3 Resource ¡)t~. 2. Use FSC Certified Wood lor F·rêJi'riirlg (For every 10% of FSC lumber used = 2 points. up to 10) up to 10 ~esot.Jrçe nt!'.. 3. Use WO(Jd I-Joists for Floo(s arld Ceilings 2 !:¡ù~()lIr(;i) (.1t$. 4. thE': Wf':b FloQt TnJ~~e~ 5, DcSi~!1l [ "Jerp.y Hl?:els on f~oof T¡'IJ~~,e~ 6" ilr' Mor0 2 Re'3ource pt:>. 2 Ef1e~gy pls. 7. Use Enginee~ed Studs 'for Vertici:!l Applic¡¡tior'ls- 2 ne~,our(:~ pt~, 2 f{e~,owce pH), 8. Use Recycled-Content Steel Sl.uds for Irlteriof F~arnirig 9, Use StructiJral 111~l!I.fItecl ranel~ (SIPs) ~. FloOrs h. Wal15 c. koo( .3 Energy pts, 3 I.::.r1ùrgy pL:>. 3 Energy pts. 4 Re;\OI rce Dt,~, J riCSOLJrCe pts, 10. Aµply Advi:JrlC~'d ¡:'ri:lrrling Techniques 11. Use Reçlaimed Lumber 'for Nan-Strudur¡¡1 Applications 12. Use OSO for Subfloor and Shef1thllìl,ì a,5lJb1'lúörs b.5hc'Hhlng 1. Re~QlJrçe pt. 1 Re!;iourçe pt. $utnQ~ l1 fr¡;¡m this :! ;l;!ctiQn L.._.___J [-] :""'"""'"'""1 , .....! D. Exle,i., Finish 1. U:>i!! 5lJst~lirlabl(:¡ l)1'.9(;king Milt!:!rlðls B. Recy¡:;led-Content b, FS('; Certified Wood 11111111111111 1ll11111IiI1II :j fi:esc)luc~ pts. 3 ResOlJrCé,"pts, ] IAQ/He:f.llth p(. '1 IAQ/Health pt. 2. Usa Treated Wood TM'! Does Not Cor\tain ,ChrMiiL!rn N Arscl\ic 3. Install Hotlse Wrap Under Siding 4. U!;.P, Fiber·Ç~men1; Sitiing Ma1;eri~l::¡ 1 ResOurce pt. Subtotal from IIIls se~ on [--.:-.-.1 ,n~,'~,::::::::J L Plumbmg 1. Install Wi!lter Heater Jacket "llilllllll 1 Energy pt. 2 F.11ergy pt$.. 2. In:òulate Hut élnd Culd Wat£r Pipes 3. Retrofit all Flilwçp,t!;l ¡¡¡nd Showerhes.ds with Flaw Ri;!ducers a. Fa\lc:e~ (1 point ead:l" up tu 2 point~) b'. Shúwertleads (1 pöir~t Bi!lth, 'up to 2 points) 4. Replace TDi!f.I.t5 with Ultra·l.ow-Flush Model$ (! point each, up fo ~ points) 5, In51311 Chlorine Filter (In f;.hC)we.(head~ 6. Convcrt Stö ,<'IgP. Lo 1'¿¡õlk,lc:>s W¡)lcr H~<:¡tl;( IJp to 2 Resour<;e pts. liD tQ 2 R~)501~rçe pt$:. ';;:HtiAii1 up 10 3 ResoufCø pts. 1 IAQlHealth pt. 4 fnerg,o pts. ¡¡¡¡:;:,:-:':,". "'X, 7. Install Water Filtration Units at Faucets (2 pain'l"S eacl1. up to <1. points) 8, In5tall (In,[Jem(¡I1Q Hot W~ter Cir(:(II¡:\tiQn Pump up to 4 IAQ/Health pts. <1 ResourcE! pl:;'. $ubllJ1al frl;lm tI1is ssctiDII ........\ I C:::::::J l,_._". "ì .__n_._._.__. F. Electlll;:al 1. Install Compact fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFls) (6 bulb:s=2 poinl:õ. 10 uulbs =3 pöint~, 12 bulb:> = 4 l)ùinbJ 2. Install IC-AT Rer.essed Lighting Fixtures wilh CFLs (1 point each, LIP to 5 points, lll) to 4 EnerRY pt!;>, up to 5 Energy pts. up to 4 Energy pt::,., 3. Install Ligh:,ing Contmls (l poil1t per fixture, up t,t) I pOIl1l::;) 4. In:=;tall Higll Fff!cienq' (;p,iling Fans with CFL5 (1 pOint ú~(:h, lIl) to 4 )olnt:!;) up to 4. Energy pts. Subtotal fronllnls section - ~ ~ Q ~ c, ~ '" " ~ c " 7 " Q ~-:: ~ ~ c: z !:' "1 " . I ,',J ~ I"J'I ~ ~ '< " " ~ c: ~; 2. fnstall Waßhing M.achirH:! with Water' [jnd Energy Conservi:!lion Features 1. F.nergy pt. 1 C.1lí:ffl,y pt. 3, Ins't.f\1I EI1E'·Œ\I S1:M~ Refrigerator 4. Ir~~tC111 E:luilt"ln Hec~clir1~ C.entet 3 R~sr)ur'("o pts, SubtctalfrtJtnltJlssectlon ¡·---I f.-..~: ::-] - ~ ~ ~ ~ " H. InsLllatlOn 1. UPWf d~ W;¡¡II ançl C\~ilil1g Insulation to Exceed Till!! 2.1\ fÚ.:qu¡I,):nünu, <:L Wall& b. Ceilirlg:õ 2. Imitall Floor Insulation Over Crawl Spi:lcé 2 [nerRY pts, 2 Em:::r¡::y ¡.'Its. 4 Ener8Y pts. J. Ir)!)tall Re.çyçled-f..ontent. Fiberglass Insul,ùtir.JIi wiLtI No Added Formaldehyde 3 IAOlHealth pts. ;,':1:::: 4. Use Advaf1ced lnîllWltl('ll) Hedl,lction Prl¡\ç'tiçe~ 2 ErII~r'Ii!V pts. 5. Use CélllJlúS\J In::'lIl¡jtion a.Walls b, Cellll'1~$ 6, Install Alternatiye Insulation Mat~ri¡¡l!'. (CottOIl, 3pray..Foam) <:J.Walls h, Ceilings 4 Resource pts. 4 Reso(Jrce pts. 11 Resource piS. 4 ReSOI)rçe pt!i. Subtotl!l from Il1ie !j,BlctiDn f.____J 1_- .....! I.'. ......J I, Windows 1. Install t.Mrgy-EHicitnt Wlndow5 <I. Double-piilrléd b. I"ow,f:missivl'ty [l.ow-E) c. Low ,COnductivity rraine~ 2. Irlstall Low SHGC Wirldöw rílr!\ 0(1 $lnf.lü·Gial.1np, 1 Energy þ't. 2 Ener'gy pt-s. 2 Ë.r~0rgy pts, 1 Erler~ pl. $ubtot;¡¡1 frornthl:s :!;fIctIon c::] '.-..--] l...",^,=, [I ) He~tirlg, Venlllatlon ami Air Conditioning L Use Dllct Mastiç on RII Dur;t Joints 2 Energy pt!¡,. ;iiiii!¡,>:::)i¡ " L 2- Ir¡stall Ntw ()lIctw~)r'k wll'hin Ç,¡nditioned Space j £n~f?.Y pt!). '0 ~ 3_ Vent Rangi:! Hood to Uje Outside 1 IAQlHoalth pt. 0 :'! ," ~ ,. Clean all Duds before OCCUpcH!cy 2 IAQ/Health pLs. w ~ 0 5. InM.;¡1I Sol¡:Jr Attic Fan ? F,:nergy pts. ~ ~ 0 6, Instali Attic Wr"ltil¡:¡,¡,iQt1 Sysl~ms 1 EnerR)' pt. ~ ~ w 7, Install Whole H~ìll$e F(lI) 4 (!ner2Y pt5. z ::¡ ~ 8. Install Sealed Cornbu:õtiul'l Fur'néJCeS <1M Hot Water Heat~r~\ :3 " iI. Furnflr./;':!; 3 IAQJHealth pis. " 7 ¡" WMer Heaters :3 IA\lIHe;¡¡lth pts. g ~ 9. Replðte Wall-Mounted Electnc find G(lS He8ter!; with rn L Th!'!lU[ìh-the-Wall He.:!t Pumps :.3 Energy pts. '" w ~ 10. I n~,1.(lll l~1 SFER .=..nd 11 EER or Higher AC with TXV ~~ Fnergy pt!i. ~ II. Imil<'11I AC with Non·¡,tU·:C r.:efriRer::!n~$ 2 Rúf;Ollrce pts., 12. In::;tall ~)O% Annual Fuel Utilili1liun LtfiCi~~rH:;Y (ArUE) h.I!TI(\Çf~ 2 Ener!:JY pt::;. l:J fMroti1 W0'xj Burninp. Firepl¡;¡çi!s ,. Install E.PA !:cri,j!icd wúod ,:>tol/es/i,'serts 1IAO/Hc,\lth pt. b. Install/Replace Damper!i 1 Energy pt. c. Ir1sti.1:1 Airtight DDors on Firepl<:Jce:; 1 Energy pL 1 ~i Install High Eff"iciency Filter 16 Illslall Hei:lt Rt~c(Jvery Ventilatioll Unit (HRV) i]. IAQjlle~ltiì 1)1:). 5 IA(}jH8¡Jlt.I~ pt.~ 3 IAQ/Heõ1llrl pl~. $lIlJto1~~ frQrn 1h¡~ ~i!c ion i 1/, !nMall Sep¡'¡fðte G.;Irap,e E~halJst F~n K. Renewable Energy ami Roof1l1g l. Pre,PllJrnb for SOI\'!f Wi"Ü~r Heating :¿. 11Isl<.)1I ~ol¡:,r W~t81 Heatln~ 3. Pr!:!-Wir~~ ¡ur Fulurø PhoLovollait (PV) IMtaliatiúiì 4. In!'itall Photovolti!ic (PV) System (1.2 ~w :,'; 6 PQints, 2.4 kw,,, 12 [Joints, 3.6 kw = 18 points) :~':¡;1i;i!i!!i: -1. Energy pts. 10 Energy pts. 4, FIl~(gy pt:=.. Lip to 18 ErlL~r'gy p\~. S, Self':çt S¡¡fe And Durable RQofing Materials 1 Rl.!suurl':ù ¡H. 6. In~tall r~ðdiatrt 8Íjrr'ier 3 Er¡ergy pts. Sublotlll frQrn thi¡¡; saeticn "",",¡ i""^~1 I"'W''''''''': , , !.....-__....J L. Natn,.' HeatIng .",1 Cool1l1g 1. lf1corplJr¡¡t!:1 P<l~5iva SOIi:.)r H~i!lling 5 f. nergy pt:.. ilililllii!li ? Install Overh¡:lngs Qr Awnings over South Facirlg Windows 3 Lr'1!:~I¡::Y rW:. 3, PI~nt DecjduOlJ!). Shaç1e Trees. 011 the West alld South Sides :3 EnHI'¡;:Y pl(,; Subtotal frDm this sectloll I '--"-1 L~.. ","",) [:~.~] [----~] M. Iudoo, Air Quallly au" FUll'''"' 1. Uso Low/No-VOC Paint 11!li11!11111! ;;0. lJ~e L.ow VQC, Water-Bi;lsec;l Wood Finishes J. U:::;t\ Low/No-VOC Adhesives llAQIHealtb pt. :!.IAwlicalth pts. 3 IAQlHealth pt:>. I). U~é S<\lvagM BUilding Mðteriab for I@)rlor Finir,h :3 Resource pIs. 5. Use Engineered Sheet Goods with No AddúLl FürrTli:Jldl.!hyde 6 ¡AQJHe~ th pi.'). 1 IAQ/Hai!lltt) pI.. 4 tAQ/Health ~)t:>. I) U5~ f):terior Gr~ç1e. Plywood for Interior Use! , 7. Se(\!.;I1I E)(Posed Particleboard or MQF 8 Use fSC Certified Materials tor InH:rior Fir1i~h 4 Resource pts. g. Use Finger-Jointed or Recycled-Content TrII'n 1 Re~Ollfce pt, 10. Install Whole HOlJse Vacuulll Sy:¡tem 3 IAQfHeLJIU'1 pt:;, SubtDtal from this section ,......-..,,) "'j I . .. "-'~l N_ Floo'mg 1. Select FSC Certltied Wood Flooring 2. U~i!' Rapidly ~€!ne'W".ilble Flooring Materials iiii':,ii!I!li 8 Resource pts. ..:1 Resource pis. 4 ResQl:r¡:e pl's. 3. US8 Recycled-ContenL CE¡rèl.rTlit Tilr¿:~ 4. Install Natural Linoleum in Place of Vinyl ~) IAQ/Health pt$.. 5. U:>(! [)(po~od Concrete. as Finl~hed Floor 6. In$tall Recycled-Content C¡::¡rpet with Low VOCs ./.'I. Resource pts. 4 Re~otlrçe pt!;:, SubU,tal froMlhls !ilection c.__:':'] """1 ,--.--j , , t____.._.~ TOTAl R(;~our¡;'l:'!$ ~l1era:Y lila/Health Total Available Poln's pohrt,¡¡ Ar;Msved 140 57 130 327 1-----1 - ~ ~ ~ ~ º ~ ~ " ~ rr' " ~ ~ r o ¡¡ '" c " ~ c . '" V' ,., " ~ " H ~ I"r; ~ n ''::! '" C " - "I I 14 ( 1".<\ \,¡ III Green Building Methods and Materials Thiss¡¡cÜon·· prQyides..i11ore.-detailed..descript¡OnS of green ,.".,. "".,...., ,... """",," "".,.,." ."" """'''''''''''!' .,..., """,,,,:.'..\,, , boild ing practic;¢s,ï!iðtêhi~laþpll¿átiohs,as well as thé associateden\titQhrfj~6tðIß¡¡Hefi1:$,-rrieitßl11sare ordered by ease of implementation $$ 'l{eIIas¢Òsï¢ffectiveness- ~ § % ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ E ~ % w ~ ~ ¡. I"" ;:'t:-j u:'Id fH,q'<\,1 ;'::;:<':¡~, \, ¡' , 'il I'" ~~,.~,~,..~,..., ........_..n".".._..__n..__ L1t:!::;c::riptiúrì: Construction waste generally con~i5t5 of wood, drywall, metals, concrete, dirt and cardboard - materials that can be reused or recycled if prepared properly. Each year over 300,000 tons of construction and demolition debris is disposed of at Alameda County landfills, "~."~~_.~,..'"."._.__.~..~---- App iç:;;ItiQn~ Identify the types and quantities of materials generated at the job site and recycle at least 50% of the con5truction/demol i lion debris. Contact local recycling facilities and haulers to identify terms and conditions r~quired for recycling materi_I.. Allo""te space for recycling bins and contoine". Call the Alameda County Recycling Hotline 1.877.STOPWASTE for more information_ "~mm_.___'.~~'mw_~_~~w~.~ RI:!IlF,!fit~ Recycling reduces pressure on land· fills, saves money by red uci ng ti ppi ng fees, and provides raw materials for future building products, '¡i" '3f.~ 'n\:~: L¡ :;'1 :':: ,. i!¡:J i~~,1; !ï/ ì\l: i/U\:!':, ._---_._.._.__._._,._,_._".._.._,....~"'~ Description: Variou5 building material5 can be salvaged and reused, SUCl1 as floor- ing, doors and windows, tubs and s-ìnks, cabinets, fìxturcs., etc. w~~~'m"'~~~'=""'=""'"=,'"'"~~=www,=~='" ^ppliÇ.(ltiQn~ When remodeling, consider salvage and deconstruction, by selectively and carefully removing materials for reuse. There are a number of I icensed contractors that offer dismantling services to salvage materials for reuse. Many firms are non-profits and will provide itemized donation receipt>. Usable items can also be dropped off at used building material stores. Refer to the Green Building Materials Listing. ~---~~~ Bønefit: Salvaging reusable building materials decreases disposal costs, saves natural re$ource:s and increases. landfill capacity, Donations can be tax deductible. ::~, );!~;":rr:l)d~~1 ¡\~t 11;1::;:1:;::'1:1 ;:1 111:: :: 'I i~;:t(~ ¡' ~ ç Fn'H::0 'V~'lt¡r; i~ Description: Reusing e,isting buildings is one of the most straightforward ways to conserve resources. Older buildings typically feature high-quality materials in the 5tructure., doors, windows! and finishes. When working with historic buildings, remodelers should also review the Department of the Interior Standards for Historíc Preserv~tion. ~,._~,~~~,--"._._.._._._._,.,---- Appliç;¡¡tion: Many high qual ity materials found in older structures Can be left in place or reused. Large timbers. beams, columns, and trusses. can be regraded and certified for use in structural applications, ~~..=,~=,.,=.="'"w,,'"W,,'''''W"'==''''~_,..w,~~_ B!:!r1elil: The reuse of oider bui Id i ngs conseNes resource5, diverts demolition waste from landfills, and preseNes neigh- borhood cl1aracter, "~'" r'I"I~¡t.ii:::" ':' ':: ¡',I U ~:: I';':::' ''''='.....'..'..--.-'-.--------.-.----.--.- D~scription: ...,",..,"'"'"'"n.'m~= Typically, a building site IS cleared of vegetation and the topsoil is removed. After building, sod is laid on subsoil, beginning a cycle of high water and chemical dependency. Ideally, construction is coordíni'3ted with a landscape professional to protect the soil, which is a valuable, living resource. Appliç¡;¡tion: m <= ¡:; ;¡; .. " ~ o &: --.--,-..."~~,~...,...-~, R" ! " ¡¡; Design for minimum building & hardscape footprints and little or no grading. Retain native vegetation. Delineate and limit the construction footprint, restrict heavy equipment that compacts soil, including cars, to areaS that will be paved or built over. When grading is unavoidable, identify areas to be paved as a place to store native topsoil during construction. Amend soil with compost and re-spread topsoil after construction. ~~------ Benefit: Preserving native $oil$, along with nurturing the health of disturbed soils! can signìficantly reduce storm runoff, reduce fertilizer and pesticide requirements, improve water quality and conserve irrigation water. - .. ~ ª '" ~ rr, 1'1'1 . m ~ § Ô " c 6 m " '" ". "1 " ':<") " ~ " m ~ '" u u i" . " '''~ - ~ ~ i ~ ~ ~ ~ z 9 ~ = z w w ~ ~ "' z :::.i w ~ 0 z w z ,^, ~ Q ~ ~ Ii' 1 ~ w ~ (.! 2 ~ " " 3 z is 4 ~ m ~ w w ..~ " 5 6 , \.1.1;;·:.1; :..!:i:'Ir; "'M.'M~_M'W'.'~'·=·'·"W·~""_~·'''''''_· ... _,.".".__~~,.,_.,,,.,," -------......-.,."..-."...--."'...,.,......'" Application: Complete a landscape survey to determine the feasibility of preserv- ing or relocating mature trees and shrubs, Fence trees and shrubs for protection from equipment Benefit: Preserving existing! mature landscape feature, ¡,elps prevent soil erosion, m3int~in5 existing sources of natural cooling (e.g. shade from a mature tree), divert, waste from landfills, and keeps the unique character of the community. e l:;,~n1:; ,:¡::' _'."'"'~_"_,._,_.__,.,_........._,,.,_...........'d",',...'""^ Description, Through careful planning and c:on5truction practices, valuable trees and plants Can be preserved in existing deve!opment5 and neighborhoods. 7 Permeable paving on driveway 8 Plants selected to match 14 Drip irrigation for vegetable and walkway to front door the microclimates beds, sllrubs trees and Water from ronf channeled to 9 Irrigation controller waters elsewhere where feasible. rainbarrel. hydrozones according to 15 Raised beds are constructed Water for wlidlif. habit.,!. plant needs; soil moisture from pl<3~tic Or composite Lawn in front replaced with and weather lumber low water use native 10 Decidu","> trees placed to 16 Compost bin recycles piant groundçovcrs.. the west & sou lhwest of the .nd kitchon debris Pavers with spaces and low house & patio for SlHTlrner 17 Evergreen windbreak bloCk$ water use plants between, COQling nortll wì nter wi nds DivN$t;': plt3nt.ing$ with many 11 Repository for leaves to collect 18 Trees not topped but pruned California native groundcovers, under trees as 11lulch properly shrubs and trees, but no 12 Mulch"d path' keep soil 19 Smail lawn in hackyard where inv35ive specie5 covered family will U5e it All plant' given the ,poco to 13 All plants grouped by water 20 Integrated pe.t management grow to H1eir natural size needs into hydro7oncs used 'for controlling weeds, ins~!ct ~nd di$ease pests '" '" '" '" 2 '" '" i=:: '" " '" " ç o ë: 7 m '" C; '" :i: o " m '" t'!,! ¡; o '" !....:: Compost is nature's way of recycling. Turn fruit, vegetable and yard trimmings into a first Ii rate soil conditioner. Use compost to replace store-bought soil conditioners. Compost adds nutrients and beneficial microbes to soil, improves soil fertility and reduces watering needs. Composting saves money by lowering garbage bills, increases the ability of soil to hold water, improves soil health, and helps extend the life of our landfills, Contact the Alameda County Ratline 51O.444,$OIL for more i'nformation and discounts on compost bins. Fí, :';1'1 (¡ ,::: ;"';1: :, .:':'¡; Ii:ï 11'1,11 ';\¡'~<,. ," ::>: (j~'::n I'/YI :~:' ¡::" I:: :: Î :. I ~ I De-set i pt iõ;j~·'-'-"·~·- ····....····"'"·"',,,·,·,·,'.·,w"..·· Stormwater runoff is part of a natural hydrologic process, However, land development and construction activities can significantly alter natural drainage patterns and pollute stormwater runoff. A;~pl ic~tio;;;"~~"~'·"""""'·"'''''''''''~=''w'"~~.,,,- Identify all storm drains, drainage swales and creeks located near the construction site, and make sure all subcontractors are aware of their locations to prevent poll utants from entering them, Train employees not to dump anything down storm drains. Protect all storm drain inlets using filter fabric cloth to prevent sediments from entering the storm drainage system during construction activities, Keep materials out of the rain, and prevent runoff pOllution at the source. Store hazardous waste in drums and covered bins and contract a company to dispose of it properly, ~"'_.m~=_m_'~'.,"~~'""'~'N~ Benefit Properly managing a gallon of water on site saves money in avoided engineering costs downstream. Keeping pollutants out of the "!\!\!\!\!M\!\!!\!'-"M\!\J'\!\",",J\!\\ Perme~ble Pavers storm drains miními¡e$ erO$ion and water pellution and pmtects local creeks, reservoirs and the Bay. For more information, visit www.cteanwaterprogram.com or c,,11 888/BAYWISE. / :Vn)t(I;:,I: \:ii";'Y:',ÙI -n 1,\j'iU1 t:i!'t-.',(: n;::ï,I'i' ~n~~'~_"'·,,·'·_'·"·'~_" ()e::.çription: Designing landscapes to allow irrigation and stormwater to soak into the soil recharges groundwater systems and filters out pollutants. ,,=~w·,,·,w,...·__·_,..,_ Applic(¡tion; Use permeable paving, which allows water to percolate into the soil, for walkways, patiQs, and driveways. Install like conventional pavers. Design infiltration basins, swales and berms to keep water on site. ~UU'"~"""W'~'~"_'~WW"·"~' Benefit: Allowing stormwater percolation reduces the volume of pOlluted water that flows into rivers or the Bay, while replenishing soil moisture and local aquifers. Additional benefits include reduction in irrigation requirements, non-source pOllution as well as lower risk of flooding. ~:\, R f~ ~i{::(,; 1'1:: E 1:1': 1': <~ :'1:' i!l."j¡;: :::; :t~'·JI! n~; Desç:ription: Conventional landscapes have high inputs of water and chemicals and are often overplanted or planted without regard for climate and soil conditions. This results in excess water and fuel consumption. water pollution and waste generation. ~.~~.~~~m~~~=~~,='~._·· Application: Specify plants that are appropriate for the climate and soil; select siow-growing, drought tolerant, preferably California native plants. Design with perennials in5tead of annuals.; choose and - ~ ~ ~ '" e ~ ~ " ~ ~ ~ ~ g '" ~ ~ ~ m ~ ; ~ - ~ s ~ ~ ~ ~ o ~ ~ ~ z 9 ~ .. z w ~ " site trees to reduce building 11eating and cooling energy. Give plants plenty of room to mature, reducing the need for pruning. Avoid invasive species and hedges that require constant shearing. Limit turf to the smallest area that will meet recreational needs. Recycle yard trimmings by grass- cycling, mulching and composting. 8F,!nefit~ Sustainable landscape techniques are in harmony with the local environment and help conserve water; reduce use of chemicals, create healthier soil and plants, and increase bio-diversity in landscape areas. n, :ih1 U:·:'i~:: !\i"1\~; I:d ¡' j,.::: :; ~:ii;J:l,';: '(:·Œ11~;nlT:: :!;I~,;;¡Ü:) !'I:h1:';: 1'>1' in¡'U;;';:!ì ~~,.=,~=,="=~"""~% DE!scription: " 7 ~ W o o ~ w ~ w ~ o ~ " I.:) ~ i; 7 ~ W " '~ " " ¿ Q ~ 5. ill " ," w '" ~ Plastic or composite lumber makes a very durable landscape edging, broken concrete can make a very attractive retaining wall or path, and ground giass cullet can be used for walkways. ""W'~M"~'''~'''~''''~~'~~~'W''_·__''·'_'___ App I ic¿~tiorl ~ Use salvaged or recycled-content materials for hard5cape. (patios, decks, walkways and driveways) and other landscape structures. ",,,~u,'N~m'~~.',"'".'~,~__~_·__'________~ RenE'!fit: The durability of plastic or compo.ite lumber is greater than wood a. they do not rot, crack or .plinter. Salvaging or buying recycied"Content landscaping products conserves natural resources and strengthens markets for recycled materials. nit .......~"'"M'.',U,"'~'"~~~W,~~~~_~ D85ct'iptio~L New irrigation technologies apply water to the soil at the plant root zones at the rate the soi i can absorb it, significantly reducing water waste from overspray. ------------,--~.~~~~ Applic;::¡t.iOr1: Install low-flow drip, sub-surface drip, or low-flow .p'inkler$ in place of standard sprinkler system. for all landscape applications. Base watering levels on moisture sensors Or weather ba5ed controllers. Use captured ,ainwater, Group plants by water requirements. ~,w,=~"~,~,,~,,,w~·..,·,~..,~_·_..'m.._____._.__._._'_._'_ Benefit: High-efficiency irrigation systems dramatically reduce landscape water user and are critical to preventing disease & minimizing weed growth. : ::, FrrfiJ': ¡Ji~: ~'0r ~::n":, ¡'j:: II:i':X;:~,'j) (~;:J¡r,~:mk;':lt )' :1hi,r:'i::'Ht!n lï ___,.__.__,..,_,._,.,....,"_~._=,.,'~~~=~'.m~'" De5cription: Rainwater is channeled through gutters and downspouts to an above ground cistern or underground gravel dry well, Stored water is used for landscape irrigation, --" Applicç¡tion: Install wherever there i. guttered roof runoff and room for the ci.tern. --_._..,'"'",."'"'~"~ Benefit: Water catchment red\Jces the need to use treoted, drinkable water for watering of lawns and gardens. IIW0i&llllcIB!ilIIIIIIIIY¡TIW¡'lflIIIWjl/ftlll!iI' 011111illlllllllll ! I:~ ., 'i"" ¡j IIIII¡I! 111:lllid IIIIIII11 ¡_~III*8Ätmmlldl ,I III (,:-:::II,¡; ::,1 L:,:¡;'¡::: ",,'1'''''' ii·:: I,'. í:::L::I!i ':Soil). dlHJ HT:dl~C':'~· \;'V,,;,:i,,1I In the Bay Area, how you care for your garden - from applying fertilizer to planting a lawn - affects the Bay. Bay·friendly Gardening means simplifying garden care, preventing and reusing plant waste, and using as few resources as possible. Bay"Friendly Gardening builds healthy soils, reduces waste and protects iocal ecosystems by working with nature. Start with some simple steps such as leaving your clippings on the lawn, composting your plant trimmings and planting native species in your garden. For a copy of the Bay- , Friendly Gardening how-to guide, call the compost information hotline - 51O-444-S0iL or visit www.stopwaste.org. ""'".\I,'.\I'''':''''''''',:::..\'I\!\! I i I':~ ¡;¡q,'.':,; :';,:~,(/¡ d: i¡¡ t::I',I(H,: (:'¡,I;I Descriptiont Flyash is a byproduct of coal burn ing power plant. and Can be an inexpensive substitute for a portion of portland cement used in concrete. Appllc¡)tion: Typically, 15-50% of cement can be replaced with flyash in re.idential concrete mixes, however, ínstaller$ should know that it has slightly different curing characteri.tic. than .tandard concrete. Benetlt: Flyash increases the .trength and durability of the concrete. Using flyash also reduces the amount of cement needed, thereby decreasing the overall environmental impacts of cement production. ,," :'\ 'i'i'I;':'!·t .___u_'.".'n'.n_ . n. n. ",.,'.""M=~"U"""""~=~'~~~'_ DesGr'iPtion: Concrete and ru bble can be crushed and used for backfill and drainage purposes at the base of foundJt¡on~. -_.._-,-,~_.. APPli(;¡Jtion: Use recycled materials for backfill. _._.__._._'n'_'_~~'"'_ Benl2fit: Using recycled instead of virgin rn.aterials $ave5 money and natural r~~ource$_ ,;!:" I,:~w ¡:,;:';~ I,'I:.II':\~; :': ",\ 1'1 ôi;Iii!,!-¡·,.,;I,,:1:: iii _,___.,.".,~,.".,"_,.,~~'~U'U"W" Doscription~ All foundations, including slab floor>, can be insulated to minimize heat 1055. ~".'n'_._.___. Appliç¡.,¡t,i¡}n: Insulate foundation with extruded poly.\yrene insulation of at least R-4 (1" or greater). _.,~,.,.~~,_~~'"~'''"W"~'W Benefit: Insulating the foundation minimizes heat 1055 from the floor< and basement, reduces energy loss and therefore reduces utility bills. - ~ " m m Z " ~ 6 ~ ~ ~ :¡¡ o ¡¡ .. ~ " ¡;¡ ¡; ¡;; " ';.:) m ," ';2: ~ ~ p ~ ~ " C,' c a ~ c ¡';i '" " ~ ~ 0> ~ ~ ~ ,,~ ;s " ~ p - ~ Œ i .. 8 '" :;¡ " " " " '" ~ m ~ Œ " '¡'. ,'\ , :) ::: III :':, \'! : I jJ" 1,'1 : í,~:: : \ ,il I¡II : I I,: :': I, I ,', : ., ":::'1': l'i:':I:"~;".: ;'1 tl:¡~~;'~bt: Description: Solid sawn lumber in sizes of 2x1O Or greater typ ically comeS from old· growth forests. Engineered lumber products, on the other hand, come fror" small-diômeter and fast growing plõntation tree.. These products include gluelams, laminated veneer lumber, wood I-joists, oriented .trand board, par"lIel strand lumber, and other manufactured wood fiber structural materials. ___.._.___._.u____..__..._._.__._ AppIiC:i:)tiùn: Engineered lumber should. be used whenever structural members are replaced. They substitute for 2x1O and 2x12 in most interior applica- tions such as the structural framing of floors, wôlls and roofs. -,.-.'_._,..,....,~~,..__._'--~--------'-_._._-".,-,. Benefit: (.~ 7 i.C: ~ " ~ " "' " G " ~ E ", ," z :¡ " 0:::, ~ ~ " ~ ~ Reducing demand for large dimen- sionallumber decreases pressure to cut down old-growth fore.t.. Engineered lumber u.e. wood fiber more efficiently than conventional lumber, re.ulting in stronger and higher quality homes, e ;:r.; ~ ~ " ~ " Forest Stewardship CounCil The FSC logo on a product provides consumers with an assurance that the wood they use comes from forests managed in an envìronmentally and 50cially responsible manner. ,,II· 1'" i',. i'-.::! (::.: :).: ,'" \ ;1; ,:'¡:,' Î'::~ ::;: 1,1 :\t: I:ti: (: n:; 1';:',: :::'1 '!I" '1"\,· ._.____n__.n.._.....,..,..."..'...n'n..'^' Description; FSC certification a.$ures that the forest from which the wood is produced i5 managed in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. .n_'_'__""~,'~^,""'"'~= Application: Use FSC wood whenever new wood framing is required. Certified framing materials and plywood are available at many Icc_1 supplier>. Refer to the Green Building Materials Listing, ""=='"~'W="~'·WW'~" Benefit: FSC certification guarantees that forests are managed in a way that will assure the long-term availability of precious woods while protecting old-growth forests. eo"·' .,;,.; . ',:J.~~"1," ,'; : .,.j.,:.;, "'/"<"T" .:;::,,:.... :'^',' Smart Wood and Scientific Certification Series These groups verify that forest management is accompl ished according to the FSC program. :], I,;:::,ii) l)iïfiUd ¡ .I-:;:;':',i':::..';', 'i<~;: ¡;: ::ç !~H":r ,~1::;¡ ¡:j m~~~~''''''~ ~~~~~=~,.,...,n Description: Wood I-joists are engi nee red to ,,,e only the wood fiber necessary for the structural function required. They typically use oriented strand board (OS B) for the web and eithor laminated veneer lumber or solid sawn lumber for the chords (top and bottom pieces). ~'~m~~"'~'"~_~~·___"·~ ApplicatiQn: Replace solid sawn lumber with wood I-joists for floor and ceiling joists. Often they can be used at 19.2" centers to save material. Specify wood I joists with MDI resin whenever possible. 8E!nefit: Wood I-joists use 50% less wood fiber to perform the same structural function as similar sized solid sawn lumber and will never twi.t. warp or spl it. They are stronger and lighter than 2xlO or 2x12 and can span greater distances, MDI resin reduces the amount of formaldehyde used in the adhesive and improve. indoor air quality. I Joists U5~ 50% le55 woad tiber tlli:!ñ solid ~awl1 Illmber, i,i;::-:': ii: ';¡ i'i¡;I.., '/:"" ;),(' Web floor trusses use solid wood or lam mated veneer lumber top and bottom chords that are connected by wood or steel webbing for structural integrity. .n_n".'''''~~~'~' ..,,"'"'",.,"""'''~~'"'''~''''''~ Application: Use primarily ¡or long-span floor joists. Benefit: Web trusses eliminate waste s.ince they are made to order. They reduce the pressure on old growth forests by replacing 2xlOs and 2x12s traditionôlly used for floor joists. ¡ ':':;\./ l'i:U'I~:::,~: ,;n¡ n ()1.'.d ; 1'::: ::"i:·':::; 1::,',1 :";' h\r~:: I;'> "m"'w~~.,~__~~_ Dp.scription: Energy heels raise the height of the truss at exterior wall top plates to accommodate increas.ed insula- tion at the perimeter of the house, __.__~_____'_.__._n_.___._________ Ap¡,¡lici:ltion; Install where conventional trusses are used for an addition. An energy heel needs to be specified when ordering roof trusses. The increased height may require modifications to exterior soffit and trim details: Benefit: The perimeter intersection between walls ônd roof frôming is often an area of increased heat loss since conventional trus~es reduce in$uli3~ tlon to less than the required depth. Raising the heels allows for full insulation around the house, savÎng energy dollars. '·"':;':1: 1'"lu;::,¡'::\::: ¡';::I'.h 111','1111',' ,w"=~,~.,,·"·"·,_'_'_·,_·__·'n,,n'.'_.'."__.__.____._.._ Dw;>criptìör1: Finger-jointed stud. \Jse short pieces of 2x4 or 2x6 matorial glued together to form .tandard stud lengths. ~~w,,'~,~ ApplicatiQn~ U.e finger-jointed stud. (graded equivalent to full dimensional studs - 1997 UßC Standard, Chapters 23 and 35) wherever conventional studs are typically u.ed, in vertical application., Use of finger- jointed studs may require code approval by your local jurisdiction, and may need to be submitted to the structural engineer of record for approval. _._____ n.__."_,.".~.".".'"~'~U'"UU'~~"'="'''" BE:!netït: Finger-jointed studs reduce the use of .olid .awn wood studs. They are straighter and .tronger than ,olid sawn studs, eliminating crooked wall. and reducing material wa5te. Standard Heel Height I le:;s than 4" for a 4112 pitch , .".'_n_._._._._n__._._._n_._.__.___.___._.__ E""gy H..Il._._.._._.._.._._._n__._.__-.--_..._-.--..._._. Energy Heel::> 1m Tr,I~;:;(~:; Allüw More 11~s.lIlation ;:';' ::: :'1;;11::(':1)',) !:ii.L1;: ti ¡Of I,' ::-::;::.;1 ¡ì:::i'::I'1:! """'~~~~w~~,.'_'_,_·__ De5cl'iDtion~ Engineered studs are laminates, like ass and plywood, that are u5ed in vertical structural applications. __._n_'_._._~,_~~~~~~~"·"___·_~__ Application: U5e for interior or exterior wall applications except where pro- ~,ibited by seismic codes, They are particularly appropriate for tall cathedral wall applications. _._~.~._~w Benefit: Engineered studs are straighter than eMventional studs and will nQt deform, twist, split or warp. They ,avo wood by using small lam i nated pieees_ ventilation baffle '''', ", ¡:;or'l"lpressed iMulation in this area - ~ ~ m m Z m ~ ~ ž ~ ~ ~ " " ~ " " ª . ~ ¡j) ~ 1'"1 ,.'., . 0' r º ::;/" " ~'¡ ~ Ö m r :2 ('11 ~ -" Q ~ T (:1 ~ ~ ~ " c ~ C Ô ,ii, - ~ ~ i .. ~ ~ w ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ . :'.; I: ("::!I ., "II'.! ,,¡' iY.~ 1'1:' I';' ::;-: (~.; ::'I,,\)!.:.' ";.:'1 ,"",,"t:' -,-.-,-,~"",,",.,.,~.,.~,, D!Õ!$L:rípLit) j: ._.,.,-,.,,-"-,.._._,._'_.,~ Steel studs can be either .tõnd· alone or provide a Ilc't channel over wood stud pieces. Steel contain. up to 95% recycled-content. Steel contains high recycled-content, which typically increases in proportion to the steel's thickness, ~~-,-,-,-".".,._.., ......_._._-.-'-",.,..."_.,-'-'_.,'--_._._-~ Appliç;:.iti(Jn: For use in interior walls. ~ Œ " --.--.-.---.- l:h:!lleflt.: Steel red wces the need for wood and provides strong interior wallo, Stp.el Studs ¡.~ 'T- o, 1..1 C " ~ r,j ~ w " " I ~ 12 ~ w ~ :::;, U:li;·ì: ';: I::' :j(~t:';i r(,:;'::; ::.f:::i :::),:I:;t.F¡:,; P ;;nc:'::':i ·=w,,~,~~'=,w,'~,,=="~~.wu~..~,,=.w=w~,~~"'"""~'~~ ùf!st:ription: SIPs are high-performance, load- bearing panels that consiot of a Core of foam insulation with aSB on either side, SIPS can be used for floors, walls and roofs in residential build- ings. They are generally R-4 per inch. L,I.I C 5 " " ~ f, ~ :5 ~ ~ w w ~ " "."".~,.~-~~-~-~~-_.~_.~~...~"'-,~ Application: Use SIPs for structural exterior walls and roofs in place of stick framing. SIPs can be designed to meet seismic Zone 4 requirements. Note: It's important to seal the joints well, to avoid water penetration. __._._.__._n_.__n___._____._____._._._ f:3t-!nefit: SiPs are more energy-€fficient, provide excellent soundproofing and reduce infiltration relative to frame construc- tion. They can be erected quickly, allowing for faster construction, They save wood by eliminating much of the conventional framing lumber. Construction using S¡P5 to'. §1,['.i;Jdi ¡hi ii;J¡·jcør¡ rl';::1\:-¡ T~·~t ¡,; H i~¡: ¡~u~) .__.,.~._--~ Description: Advanced framing involve. u.ing wood to its m¡;¡ximum structural potential. For a comprehensive overview, visit www.nrdc.org. Applic.;~tion: Advanced framing includes, framing exterior and interior wall. 24" on center, 2 stud corners, ladder blocking at wall partitions, stacking trusses over studs and other wood saving strategies. ""''''',.,''~''''~"~,.w·,~.".,.,.,~._.,.,~,.,~w_w~~w,~_ Benefit: Advanced framing saves up to 20% on wood and framing labor costs and makes the home more energy efficient by allowing for" higher percentage of the wall to be in.ulated, reducing frame conduction heat 1055. : 'I . :' ;::i:~ : I ~: ::V ~:,; ¡, ¡ ;'''¡'I :.,:,:::';,:;' h'):: "}:',)J'i,,\,\:':¡;¡;;·i ;Î:::\ i;;,id:;;'.;;;¡::: ..",'".'M",'~'~='~"=W"'~'~~'=W"''''''''·''_ DescriJ:"ltion~ High quality dimensional lumber in long lengths can often be salvaged from old buildings that are being deconstructed or salvaged. ,~W'''~'~'~__ Application: Use reclaimed lumber for non- structural applications, in place of new material. For structural applica- tions, look for reclaimed lumber that i$ engineer-stamped and graded, '''''''~''.''''M'.M'.''.'~~. _.__."n_.'.'_._._._.___ 8enefit~ Reclaimed lumber from decon- .trwded building$ reduces resource consumption and landfill deposits. Reclaimed lumber i. often of higher quality than new lumber. I'>:" 'U~:1} .u'~'í:¡I:~*,iÏl~'~! ~:;'¡.I':':wn !:;U;:,¡::'I'I ,;¡:!~:;n:¡ fnl' ~~~H¡:\f¡¡:¡( ~' ,,;,¡m} ---,._._-,'~""~~,~~~~._.~.- Description: ass is manufactured from fast growing farm trees. ass comes in sheets and is used for sheathing and subfloors. _._.~~'"~u,"~.,,~~~~~,·,_·_·_____ Application: Use ass as an alternative to plywood for sheathing or subfloors, ________,~~~~~~~·~'''''='m·'·_'__ Benefit: aSB i. as strong a$ traditional plywood .heet material and is less expensive, aSB reduces the need for large diameter old-growth trees required for plywood. Some ass uses lower formaldehyde content adhesives which contribute to a healthier indoor air quality. : :i';¡ U :':; I i I'.:::~; , i'" " " :1;,. ki!'i' ,": II:'" ': C(>. . , 'c' W'''"'"'"'''"'M'"='",,''~""U O~:;.cript,¡¡)n: There are two types of recycled- content decking: plastic lumber and composite lumber. Recycled plastic lumber contains only recycled plasti¿ resins, while composite lumber is made by combining recycled wood fiber and recycled plastic resins that are then formed into deck boards, Appl icati{;;:;~~'·w,~~._,~,~,.".,~.~w,.,,,.~~,~'.,'., Use recycled-content decking in all non-structural deck applications. Both products can be used in place of old-growth redwood, cedar and pressure treôted pine. These products accept screws and nails, and cut like wood. Follow manufacturer recommendations closely regarding the amount of e<pansion that will occur when using plastic lumber, ___._.__'__._n_._'_.__.___._._'n__ Benefit: The durability of these materials is greater than wood, providing cost savings to the homeowner over the life of the products, They will not rot, crack or splinter, do not require staining and are not treated with potentially toxic chemicals. Using recycled-content decking also reduces pressure on old- growth forests. Recycled-Cm\tent (J~cklrlg 'I'; :<\L;i:I'i' I :::I;',i I';: ¡¡ r:: :::r~ ". ~:,ïl :,¡: .: I ~ 1:: :': » i ' Iii: :::HH::I': 1.;:, ¡:'¡:IH~:) ''i':;I:II\l:i)I':;kli ;,; <> :ì"" :!>';'I!"1:H::cd :i1ii';)!:iI': ;;:1 :'i :ell'!:'::: "j'u; (1;::(: ""'i''': :::.,;'¡ ...... ."'"~~""'"~~"'="'"'"~ ""M'm~"~"'w'·"·"·"_ De5criptiQI1~ De!icr ipti~~~~"==,·,,,~,,~~uw'm"'''''''.'''~~'.''''.' Aikaline Copper Quaternary (ACQ) (commonly sold as ACQ Pre.erve) ~ and Copper Boron Azole (CBA) ~ z (commonly said as Wolman NotlJral ê Select) are alternative treated wQods ¡; that do not contain chromium - a ¡¡ heavy metai - and arsenic, which ~ are detrimental to human health, : .. '" !; m ~ ;;: ¡;; Certified, .ustainably harve.ted lumber comes from forest. managed in an environmentally and sociôlly responsible manner. -~_.~_.~~.~.~~~,._~~~ Application: Use FSC Certified lumber for all exterior decking applications or as structural deck members in conjunction with recycled-content decking, ,.,~"'~~'_".,._,.__._._n_n'._...'______ App!ic.ÇltiQn~ Use non-chromium/arsenic treated wood for any application that specifies treated lumber including decking, fencing, and site furnishings. ..... ...._--_.~--_._-_._-_. 8€:!r1€;!fít: FSC certification guarantees that forests are managed in a way that will ôssure the long-term availability of precious woods while pr..erving old-growth fore.t.. B~n:;fit;",~~=,·,~=""""·w".,,."n-~n'.-_-_- ACQ and CBA use copper as its main component. and i5 ð hea.lthier alternative to lumber treated with chromium and arsenic, pa.rticu- larly for children who play on or near decks. - c, ~ I'!'I ~ c c- o ~ " " is m r '" if; ", ." o ^' ~ ¡~1 fri ~ ~ n u '" C " 1"'1 <Ii ,I: ~', ',,', ~ - :;; i ::;:;{\ ::: H:::I.<:('. \".':::.' I"',·' ,;'\,;11 .,. .,.~=.,'".~...,.".,,",.,~,--,.,--,- ....... .. .,,,",.. [)e.$çriDtiorl~ ~ ~ ~ " w \¡ ~ .. ¡ " ~ " fi! ê ~ ;; w Z w w " " House wrap protects the sheatlling from moisture and allows vapor from inside to escape and provides an effective air infiltration barrier. ~"=~,~~=~~.w,'='~"~'m~' Application: Install house wrap according to manufacturer specifications over all sheathing before exterior finish is installed. To provide an effective drainage plane for water, it needs to be lapped and edges should be taped with manufacturer's tape, and all flashing elements deep to be properly installed in shingle fashion. Special products have been developed for wrapping window and door openings and for stucco applications. ~~~·~~"·""·~~~~'W~~~""'W'"~'"'"'W"W"·''''· BenE'!fit~ " z " w " " " w " ,u " " z " (',) ," t:1 " " w Q -::::. " " ~ " =' ~ " House wrap provides a continuous drainage plane that diverts water away from the stud cavity and provides an effective air infiltration barrier. It can also help reduce moisture build up in stud cavities by allowing water vapor to migrate through the material. z ," w '" " ii I,; C':::' 1:;1 (;;':~ 1::1 ?,.):: "~'m'~'''''''=~,w,='"w,·"",W'''ww,.,~~''''_ nf!5c;riptlun: fiber-cement siding is composed of cement, sand and celluiose fibers, It is currently available available in shingies, pl.nks or 4x8, 4x9, or 4xlO sheets, It is usually textured to look like wood siding or stucco finish. ·"W=MW"'·"~"~"_""·'~"~"_·~~~_ Appliç¡:!tion: Replace conventional wood siding or stucco finishes with fiber-cement siding. This product can be cut with a carbide-tipped saw bl.de, snapper shears or with a guillotine cutter. Dust protection and control are required when cutting with a circL1lar saw. --------_._~~.~ Bi:!nBfil: Fiber-cement siding is more durable than wood, termite resistant, noncombustible and warranted to last 50 years. Using fiber-cement siding reduces the demand for old-growth redwood or cedar siding. It may also reduce homeowner's insurance rates due to fire resistance_ Fiht;'.r-Cement Sidi¡\g 1;, i d::ï!j"~ ¡ I 1·/l,1: 1'(:: H ,¡ 1:1::;:":, ::' ;.:: L:::",:',i':,:: ~='W"~·"·"'W·~'~~""~W" De::>c:ription: .."",·"w·"w,'w·, Water heater jacket insulation is an insulated wrapper that goes around the hot water tank and is secured in place, ,~"~,·~~~,~"w,,,,,,·,,·,,,,,·,~,~~~~,~·,,·_,_.._·_ Applicat.iöf"l: Install on existing hot water heaters. For new water heaters, make sure that installation will not void warranty. ".w.~·_·_",,,,_...._~,~~.,,,~~,,,~·,,~,,,..,,·,",,,_~,,,,,~=~_".,,_,_.__~ Benefit Jacket insulation reduces heat loss by about 10% and more on older water heaters. ;;1, ,((~~i:uj,::"!,e Hot, (j{j :,:¡ G:',:¡~d !;Y,~lte( P -----. De~c;r'iption: Insulating water pipes reduces heat loss or gain in the pipes while the water is stand i ng, --"--,_._"----_._..,-,..._~ Applictltlcn: Insulate hot water pipes in all run. through unconditioned .paces, basements, crawl spaces) aWes, etc. At a minimum, insulate both hot and cold pipes at least 6 feet from the hot water heater to prevent convective circulation from the heater through the pipe.. .. ....... . . _..,_"..",._.,'_._._..,.,_,_._.,..,_~~.~~'"'~"'=u,_"" B~llefit: Insulated pipes save energy and water. The water does not need to run as long to get hot water to a distõnt faucet, thereby reducing hot water heating costs, J. :ii,:c:,Tt1lï'l. ~;;,¡¡: l'li j1>::V; ::¡nl"! ~q'; U\~!;ii:::)1 it:·,:) ;:;.:: III:;;U: 1:::'1:: lill n(;tk~ ;:1:':'~~·1~ ._._.,_.._-_.,...,-_..".,-"~".~~'"'"'''"'~'''~,,~~~~._~ Description: Flow reducers fit into the aerator at the tip of the faucet and reduce the rate of water flow through the faucet. Low-flow showerheads replace ,tandard showerheads, __.__~~.~._._.~~__._~~,','_,'~,.,".',.""M' Application; Specify low,flow water conservation devices according to Ea,t Bay Municipal Utility District's (EBMUD) recommendations: · Kitchen faucets" 2.0 gpm · Bathroom faucets" 1.5 gpm · Showerheads " 2.5 gpm Limit showerheads to one fixture per shower Benefit: Flow reducers can cut water usage of faucet5 and ,howers by as much a, 40% with I ittle noticeable effect iT. ~, ": 'Ii 'Iii! i ! :: \}!'):'ì,:;",1J,;:',.'j :f:::..~,:J' >::1::::1::,:\ ~~,~,~w~~~""'''~'.'..,_'_·_·,_,.._·_'______ DescriptiQn: New high-efficiency toilets use 1.6 gpf (gallons per flush) or less. Some manufacturers offer dual flush toilets ~=w~~~_·___· Appliç~tlon: Whenever possible, replace existing toilets with a new 1.6 gpf - or less - models. Select a toilet from EBMUD (www.ebmud.com) pre·tested list to ensure the model actually uses no more than 1.6 gpf and performs well. ~-_.__._-_._--- Benefit: Ultra-Law-Flush toilets reduce the amount of water usage. U, ¡,~~~~I,rdj Ghio1ï)n,C fiau~ m:~ ;~Î I'j (~'N~:~ r~'~~~;iH¡:;': Des<:ript¡Or~; Water filters on showorhead, reduce chemìcals and particulates from the water stream. Appliç;¡¡tion: Install the water filter between the pipe and the existing showerhead. - _._-_.__._.~~~~~ BenE!fit: Chlorine is absorbed 6 time$ faster through the skin than through the digestive system. It has heen shown that chlorine absorption can have adver$e health effects on some people and e'pecially children. - ~ ~ m m Z ~ " ~ " ~ ~ @ o ~ ~ ~ ~ m ~ ~ ~ " ~ 1""1 111 ¿ m ~ " " " " c Õ m r :z '" '" ." .., " ~ :0 ~ .=1i ~ ~ " (:J m C ::.¡~ " 1:1, C':~':'!"'I:¡T¡ ;\¡'.í1:':.;~.î;': i:l, ¡:';¡lllc::¡::~¡:.¡i :i/ !.I':' '\ \,', '" ~ ;,'\' 'I> :; ¡ I';:; ::1 II~:'~.;.:~ L Uk· ij ;. dï.í: I'¡,¡:I Hi':';'i, :¡Iil',:)::,:¡ I' ':';::;Î>~j.;jl',:i(¡D ;"¡:'I I:I/.:~..)..\: :"::11: : 'I' ,..'.:: Fi:;::" . "..."'.".""","'.'","," "·"""",",","","W~""'W'"'W~'''''W~'''",·~ww~, W""~·"'W'.·~=~~~~_W~'W=~=~'~~ D!j~CrlpLlDr;: lJestriþllOrl: D!!:;;çription: Tankless water heaters (flash or on, demand heatars) heat water as needed rather than having a tank in which hot water is stored. Their capacity to provide hot water is virtually unlimited. Water filtration unit$ ç~n be in~t~lled under counter at Individual fixtures or for the whole house. They reduce chlorine and many other chemicals, particulates and microorganisms. An on~dem;;lnd hot water cìrculatíon pump can send hot water to fixtures in seconds¡ without wasting water while waiting for it to get hot. It uses a pump to rapidly move water from a water heater to fixtures. It stops when water reaches a pre-set temperature, - ~ ~ ~ " w ~ ~ .. ~ ~ w ~ ~ z " ~ S m 'mm"'='~~".........~~.._.__ -.--..-........---..-.......-.......-..........."...........--.--- Appli~\'!ti(m; Applicé!t.iórl: Install tankless water heater.5 close to the point of use as pO$.ible. The device should have a variable,set thermostat and be appropriately sized. Gas tankless water heaters typically have more capacity than electric tankless heaters. Whole house filters are for drinking water and plumbing (not for hosebibs or toilets), Install filtration system between the cold water line and the main drinking water faucets in the house, -_.._--.~~,~'"._".~~"._~_.__..""'~~~..~.......,..~.... Applir:¡¡tion: Install the pump at the furthest faucet from the water heater, Only one pump is needed to supply hot water to any fixture and can easily be installed. ~ w ~ " ·"',",·,.,~~,·~'·~·=m'.·'~.~~,.,,~,",,~~,~ ~~~~,_w ~en~t'¡t: Benefit: ""~"'"'",...=................_...._._--_.... Benefih Agricultural run-off, chemical leaching and microorganisms increas.ingly contaminate public water systems across the country. House filtration systems reduce the health threat of these contaminants. Both water and energy are saved since water doesn't have to be wasted until it reaches the correct temperature for use. Hot water arrives to the fixture 5 times faster than on average. Typical storage water heaters lose 15% of their energy through standing tank 105se5, whereas tankless heaters use energy only for immediate hot water needs. Tankless water heaters often are quicker and more reliable. On-Demand Watel Ci,culatiol1 Pump (~ z j¡"~ ~ ('.~ ~ w ~ "' ~ " I ~ 2 ~~ 7 ~ W C:.\ :::J '0 ~ 6 ~ :5 /·D -;~ .., ~ " [==:1.-"'" " Cold Hot "On-demand" Switch ì I L_ [._._-------~ -- -~~- W{lter Hei:;lter .......................-................................. ;,~; <:'1' ¡::;I)I.',in\>; :r~nÎ .....-------.--,....--- Description: CFLs 5crew in like conventional bulb. but cun5ume up to one- fourth of the electricity used by incandescent bulbs to produce an equivalent arMunt of light. ._----_.._._.,.._.._,-_._._-_.,.._.._._._._.,~,---_._-~"~- ApplicMion: Install CFl..5 in ploce of .tandard incandescent bulbs. ChoO$e a CFL that i5 one-fourth the wattage of the incandescent bulb. Benefit. Compact fluorescent bulbs are a profitable investment, saving several times their purchase price through reduced electricity bills and fewer replacement bulbs because they last eight times longer. :.'.1, jn~¡1,:::':: ;¡;¡;~<¡(;¡dl):':i t~ì¡n:¡:W¡:i~·,::::f~ ::::':i.l( :K:",¡\lì EI\:;'ü%(:',;:i ~d:~jj'fib ~8~H¡ Gf!II'I:;'mct' F¡t~: ~:'ü~'~C\':'::"I¿ L~:(mp;::í (Cfl~i.} ---------_.__._~---_._._._.~~~" Dcs.criptiorì¡ Conventional IC recessed fixtures are not energy efficient because they use incandescent bulbs and they allow the "chimney effect" to occur, in which the heat of the bulb and fixture naturally draws the room's conditioned air up through the fixture's holes and exhausts it into the attic or ceiling/floor cavity. IC-AT fixtures are sealed, eliminating this effect and also allowing for insulation to be blown on top to keep the heat in, ..","~,.~~'"'M""M.' .. .^"'='"u,"'~.=U%,uu,"'~~.= Application: U5e IC-AT fixtures with CFL5 wherever recessed cans are specified. ,..... . ","'~""'.,"'"'"U"'M~=W'''''"~'''='''~''''W'~'''ww'''_ Benefit: Typìçal rece55ed fixtures are not enE!rgy efficient because they use incandescent lamps, generate sign if- ¡cant heat, and allow conditioned air to infiltrate out of the house. IC-AT fixture. eliminate the air leakage, while compact fluorescent lamps stay cool and use le$$ energy. 1. ':"::'"),',;'111 F~ t./\ iï:¡ I'P'; :',\ ()~~';,;¡ptTÖf~;"·'·"·W_'~~.'.'~._-".~~~.--.-'-- Lighting control, use dimmer>. 5en'Or> and timer> to turn lights off ín unused area$ Or during times when lighting is not needed. ..""".m'm'.'.m'.'m'~'"".~,.w,w,_~,.·~_·~._".·_"_ APDlic~tiofl: Install lighting controls either at 5pecific locations or as a whole house sy.tem. Lighting controls are especially applicable for exterior uses. Dimmable CFLs are available at a premiun'l. _____._..__.__._.._._._,_.,..._._~,.,...,.,~'"'""U'M'"'="="'"u~,,~~, Ber'H:!fil: Ligl1ting controls reduce energy use by having the lights on for shorter periods of time. 'i:,II';ìL:i! ;:1:;::1; ¡'i:!J1 CF':'¡,:¡t :I:;(\'jj:::'::(i: Description: Ceiling fans improve interior comfort by circulating cold and warm air. They can be adjusted to either draw warm air upward during summer months or push it downward during the winter. ---_.~~~~~~ App!ication~ Preferable locations are bedrooms and living rODms where occupants .pend time. Ceiling fans must be supported adequately between ceiling joists. ._.._._----~,.~'"~~"~~.~ Benefít: Ceiling fans can reduce the need for air conditioning. I'''''")., \!:¡/) .' \ ¡T'j~ '\ \:'$" ~ ENËRGY STARr« qualified compact fluoresce.nt lightil)g la$t$ up to eight times longer than incande.s.- cent lighting. Save $22 to $65 in ~!nergy costs over the life of a compact fluorescent bulb. You'll replace an inc~ndescent eight times to match the life expectancy of a single compact fluorescent .~. H,>w ()ü yûu choose the right compact fluorescent bulb? The föllowit1g is ,¡) gellèral ,guide. to as,sist you: 30(lrç(\, WWW.f1€¡:.r.orn """,""I""".,W,',"',\:,:J:. Existin¡ Inca~d~~'~';~'t'L~~\~\J"'''"\!''p~~P~;;d ENERGY STARt! C(lmpact Fluorescerrt Bulb U - 15 watts 16·20 watts 23 . 40 wil!h 40 - GO watts 75 wat1:3 90 ~ 100 watts Savings over the life of the bulb $22 - $35 $43 + $52·t- - ø ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 5 ~ ~ ~ ~ o ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ c', ~ ~ m 2 ~ C· ~ Z ~ ø C ,:¡ '" C '" "' ~ ~ ~ o ~ " ~ § ~ F~ " - ~ ~ ~ ~ M C D I ~ w ~ ~ z ë ~ S m I:: i<;ll\~i"'; I::~',II/;' ......n_...n___....._......_ .......____._.___...... DescriptiO)Iì: ENERGY STAR" dishw.sher$ use water ;;¡nd energy more efficiently_ --_._-_._-_...._.~~~~~..~.~~~.."_...~-~.".~ Applici.ltion: Select ENERGY STAR" dishwashers. These dishwashers use an internal water heater to boost temperatures inside the dishwasher, For this reason, water heaters can be turned down to 120 degrees, saving water heating costs. ~ Œ ~ ---,_._.~-,_._-,.".".,'_._. .,.. .~=~".,.".~. Búnetil: Water·efficient dishwashers are also energy·efficient because most energy consumed by dishwasher, is used to heat water. ENERGY STAR" dishwashers use 25% less energy than comparable models. 'i,·:Î ;lj~al::I':j,I~e; V,l¡i\J'~ :'1 ,<,.·,:t ;T::v C.cn:ili:i"/åt:¡i.1I': 'i"::;"11 'i:',iï _____._n " z ::; w ~ "~ ~ w " ~ ~ G I ~ ~ ~ ~ ;¿ De~cription; Horizontal axis machines load from the front, spinning clothe. in and out of the w.ter to tumble them cle.n. Some newer model top loading washing machines offer water and energy conservation features. c :s " " z " _._._._._._-_._-----_.~._._~~~ ApµliC:ütlon: Select ENERGY STAR· horizontal axis and conservation model washing machines. ro z '"~ ~ " ~=''''''''W,'"'~U,,'~'w'''~,,~''''''''''''''''· Benefit: Horizontal axis machine5- 5ave resour- ces by using less water .nd energy. They use up to 40% less water and 50% less energy than conventional top loading washers, tran.l.ting into lower energy .nd water bill< for the resident Manufacturers claim that there is less wear .nd tear on clothes compared to the traditional agitator (top loading) machines. Some of the newer model top loading washing machines offer water and energy savings as well. Horizontal Axis Washing Machines ::t !.II,;(;;II nu:i: . .~,M'",".~~~,'",.~=~'"~""~~"·__'_·_.."_ Ekndit: New, efficient refrigerators can save over 10% of the total annuai electrical bill. Check with your local utility company for rebate programs. ,,~ :::'I:i;I;¡'-li,~ ~!,:¡i~Hn t);,:::I:¡¡:¡' "=w~=,.~,~,~·" DescriptiQn; Built-in recycling centers provide bins for 5eparatEd recyclables and food waste. ~~w,'~_ Application: To be most effective and make recycling easy, recycling bins should be built into kitchen cabinets, while stand alone units in the garage will also be helpful. 6er1f~tit: A built-in recycling center offers an easy and convenient choice: between the trash bin and the recyciing bins rather than having to move between two separately located bins. Built"ln Recyclill :j Center ':, ',..'( Description: Refrigerators and freezers are .mong the largest users of electricity in most homes. They can account for up to 25% of household energy use. New applionces are much more energy~effícíent. _._,~'"~"~ Applicat.iorl: Use ENERGY STAR· rated refriger- ators when replacing old units. '''I " ':"'1\1'/" ;'::'1 " ' , " " nn'''·~''·''''''mm'''''''' Uesc:riptiorl: Insulation in exterior walls and ceilings can reduç~ the demand for air conditioning and heating and make homes more comfortable. "'",.."".."~""~,_,, ""","",,,,,.·,.,.,~~,,.w,.,.,._,.,.,.,."~.,~.·~,__ Applicatinn: ~~I" Vi::II:: ;,(:: i:::~>·~':;,::i;:' Insulate walls of existing wood frame houses to the capacity of the wall cavity, exceeding the TItle 24 Standard for your climate zone by 20%. Wall cavities with existing insulation can be blown full of new cellulose or fiberglass to increase the density, thereby increasing the R-value, Exterior walls can be wrapped with a minimum of 1" (RA) rigid foam to increase R-value if total exterior refinish is being performed. '::) ;': ~::,: ":: n.:::I:::,1'( Increase ceiling insulation in existing structure to exceed Title 24 Standard for your climate zone by 20%, when possible. Installation is generally intended to be in ceilings below attic space, with appropriate gable or soffit ventilation. If existing cathedral or flat ceilings are already insulated, and re-roofing is being done at the same time, add addi- tional rigid foam insulation on top of the existing roof sheathing, Special products are available that come pre-vented for new roofi ng. ~,..,.,."."..,.".",.,.~,.,.",,'."n...'..,.".,.,'n_n".".,.".. 8.r.:!r1I:! it: Increè:~ed wè;11 and ceiling insulation improves cCr'nfort, decreases heating and coolìng requirement5, 5aVeS money, a.nd makes the home quieter. \ ~';: 11';: i Ie.',': ':: ï: U I,Ci:': .:'~ i' ,,:'; I¡',: ;';1,: '; ~:'" : ___n___'.._ .._.,.,".".,,"'.,'"'~~'"_~=~~'""'"'M'~~ Description: Insulate and seal floors over unconditioned crawl spaces with R-19 or greater. ~~,~~~=~'" Application: Seal all penetrations through the floor, including electrical, plumbing and ductwork, with expanding foam to prevent migration of air, mois.ture, and mold spore.. Install insulation with vapor barrier towards the floor (warm ,ide). Protect underside of fiberglass with inexpensive sheath- ing or wire mesh materials that act as a barríer to vermin. ~n.~·_ ßerlE:!fït: Improves comfort by insulating the floor, protects indoor air quality from moi5ture that can grow in damp crawl spaces. Re{;)'çled-Cnnt~nt Fiberglass InsuJatiöñ with No Mded ¡:'orr'TI,:¡ldéhyd~ ::,1.,::1':' ,':':;11':::(1'1,1:. :;li:;::'II'I" ::'y '\':" '" I'~ I";"; '''::1 !I':I l,jt M=M='m"~~'''w,w"w', ...'..n.'.._...n......______._'. O~!',r.riptIOI1: Many fibergla.s insulation products include recycled glass! formaldehyde-free binders, no asphalt adhesives or colored dyes. uww'''''',·,,·,,·,,··_·____·_,__·_····,·~,'_'""~ Applir.:ation: When using fiberglass insulation, specify recycled-content and no formaldehyde. This type of fiber- glass insulation is installed exactly as traditional fiberglass. ~~.~"~~".~~.._._....'n_._.__"__~~~~~,.,.,'" Bl;!nefit; Formaldehyde-free binders reduce indoor air quality problems and in5ulation contains up to 30% recycled glass. /t. I,ll'::::;' hr:i¡'í:I:"¡::':I;:~::j ( ::r: ::~ï'~\t~:j¡") iJ¡¡,I'i:·:::X::~:(; Þ:.';):,::,t¡.; ;':;1' ___,.".,,",M'"=U"~,~~,~="~'~·~n...~._.. Description: Expanding foam and caulk are used to prevent infiltration where wood connections are made or framing is drilled to provide plumbing and electrical runs. ==,~.~". _."~"~~ AppliC:i3tion: These methods are especially important when fiberglass insulation is installed, since fiberglass does little to reduce infiltration. Seal holes between floors and between stud c,Svitie$ around wire runs. Caulk top and bottom plates on all floors. n.____._.~'""~~,~~~u='"'~~"'.'n"'n'_..'..n'__ ßcncfit: Reduction in infiltration increases comfort and reduces energy bills. - " ~ '" ¡;: ~ " 5 " " " ~ o ¡;: .. " ~ ¡; ¡;; ,0 ~ 1"1 " " œ ~:; º t¡ " ~ 6 ~ !: '" ~ .;j . . s~ ~ '" ~ " " " '" C Ô - '1 « i « :!1 o i o ~ 9 ~ .. ~ w w ~ o ::,.~', \::.: ; i ' ":' I'; f\ IN:!:' _.......~~.~._._.....~._~.~.~......~.__.__.~,......~.,".., Description; Cellulose i5 a highly effective insu- lafion made out of recycled news- paper. Damp-spray cellulose wall insulation is mixed with low-toxic binders to adhere to ihelf and the stud and joist cavity surfaces. _._~~~"'~,~~~ Applie;<::Jtion: This installation i5 intended for new construction or total "gut" renovõtion, where existing wall surface~ have been removed to the studs. It is not cost effective in other applications. Avoid damp blown cellulo.. during wet months and install drywall only after testing for 25% (maximum) moisture content. Use boric acid treatment only: avoid ammonium sulfate treated cellulose insulation. "'"~U,~~~~,~~"~,_,~=,~~,.,.,.,~,.w~=.,,"~""" Benefit "' ? Spray insulation completely fills cavities and penetrations, thus reducing air infiltration. The binder in the insulation reduces the chance of settling, The cellulose is treated to retard insects and fire, use boric acid treatment only. Using cellulose insulation makes the home quieter, more comfortable and reduces energy use. ~ o " ~ "' ,.. ~ n ~ " Ii' ø "; ~ :" i.? "' 7 ~ ~ .. w w ~ " L.ooy,-Fill CelllJlQ£8 Ins.ulatioll ([_cW, D¡:Hnp-~prëY CI;!llulos!! (Rigtll'). ~"'WW~W'''''~''''~_~=~.'W''.W'. n. ...'n......'____ f)~scription: Dry-blown or loose-fill cellulose is treated with borates for fire and insect resistance. Cellulose does not contain formaldehyde, which is com- mon in many fiberglass insulations. Appl ication: Spread cellulose over ceiling joists or blow into tight cavities to increase ceiling R-value. It Is important to maintain attic or ceiling ventilation pathways, especially in cathedral oeiling applications. Avoid excessive blown-in cellulose behind netting as it may make it difficult to achieve flat walls and ceilings with drywall. Best to use 5/8" drywõll only over dry-blown cellulose insulation. Use boric acid treatments only and avoid ammonium sulfate treated cellulose, ~~,=,~ ~=,'~,_,.,_..~___._._n Benefit: Cellulose insulation is fire-resistant manufactured with recycled materials, and has no added formaldehyde. It also reduces air leakage and contributes to a more comfortable and energy-efficient home. D, II' ;:i' jl.I;:II'I:':ïl::i" ;'ì:"';iíJli::::,i ·w"~"~,,,,,····'n. n_.".'.,....,.____._._.n."._',.".,'~,,~~,~= O~st:ripliön: Advanced in5ulation materials such as spray foam, recycled cotton and others are ~Iternatives to conven- tional products. _.""_n'M",M'"""'"'~~"=~ Applit~¡]tiorl: Varie. per product type. Cotton comes in both batt and loose fill while spray foam is spray applied and expands in place. ~_.,-,_._....,.~.,.~,~"'~~~,-~~~."......",.,,- Be.I~efiL Cotton uses recycled.content fabric (such as blue jeans trimmings) while spray foam provides superior air infiltration resistance. Both types have no added formaldehyde. ;: , i ~:: F ,,¡ '. ": I ; (, :¡:'ii'ìl I ":0,, I ': ¡ ;;':;,1 ':¡ ': ~,.,C: :~il WindcW5 playa big role in the energy efficiency of home~. I n the surnmer, they ç~n allow unwanted he.t into the house, ~nd in the winter, windoW5 can account for as much <=IS 25% of the heat 1055. When replacing windows, look for models with the following energy saving features, ~.""....",.,~,·.'''''',.,,''''''"'.'.,,",.,.,.'.''._m_~ DeÐcription: Low-E coatings, virtually unnoticeable to the eye, are installed inside the air space of a double-paned window. The low-E coatings help prevent heat from escaping through the glass in winter and block heat from entering the home during summer. l~, i:i'rH~h~,\;:;'''?Æm¡:1'd 1iI1imJrpii:'ii .._,.,..,.._".,'~,~~,~ _.._._."..__..~-,-----,-,._-,.__.__.".,'_._--,.,-,. Application. Use low-E, double-paned windows whenever windows are replaced. Check with your local utility com- pany for rebate programs. Dùscriptlon: Double glozing insulates almo.t twice 35 well a$ single glazing. ~~_._~~.~~~~~.~._~_._.,._-_.....,.. Application. Replace single-paned windows with double-paned windows whenever possible. Check with your local utility company for rebate programs. .~..~'_~_"~,~"~','MM.'.".m__ B~n€!fit; Low-E windows reflect heat, making the home more comfortable in cold weather and on hot summer days. The cost premium of 10-15% for low-E glass typically pays for itself in a few years. Low-E, double-paned glass coating increases glass R-value to 3 compared to R-l for single- glazed windows. ~='"~,~~~=~"~~""~,~"= Benefit: High quality d.ouble-paned windows make the whole house quieter and m.ore c.omfortable during ~II 5ea50ns, while 5aving energy ~nd money. I" :::::!;II'{ ':I":lw::I,ì·',!~';'!1 :' ::1 ........,."'"W~,."."'"'"'M'= [)(!SGr'ipliOI): Most wì ndow frame$ and sashes. ..e made of wood, vinyl, fiberglass or aluminum. Wood, vinyl and fiberglass generally insulate better th~n aluminum frames., _._.~_~.~~M'"'"'~~'""~~W"""=~~"" Applic:aliorj: Consider specifying wood windows as standard window packages. . _.._.,,",~,."M,"'"~="~''''~'~ Benefit: Wood windows create greater comfort and better energy efficiency and are an environmentally prefer- able material. In hot climates (Z.one 12) cho"," windows with SHGC .nd U-factor value.. of .45 or lower. In moderate climates (lone 3) make sur" that the U-factor val ue is also .45 or lower. - " ª .. ~ " " '" " " ~ o ~ .. ~ ~ ~ " ~ " ro c ¡;::¡ o " ø " ~ a C 7 ~ 00 o ~ ~ a rr:1 T, ~ .. " " p > ø "''''':1 .::;; - ~ ~ ~ .. s ~ ~ ~ 6 ~ 5 ~ ~ w w ~ ~ "I:, ¡i'::)I::;i~ ¡Jlï'-· : "1;;'1 ,":;1:; 'I' iil L: :::n::1 i·l: ;:~:f;I' i H< '";,":Îi 1'1::: ;';';11 ¡:;¡'I:::;ìl'l I;J'/:il.i:: ...n..'."'..'^',.^.'^'=".'^'^ [)~';içriptiOI" ~ Low solar heat gain coefficient window fi 1m reduces solar heat gain through glass (particularly during late afternoon and evening hours) while still transmitting light and visibility. Application: Reflective film should only be used on single-glazed windows. Look for a SHGC of less than the code requirement of 0.4, Consider using on all east or west facing wi ndows. -_..".._-,.~-----_._~._,-,. ~_.__._.,-"."~,~".,~^~"~ Benefit: Low SHGC window film reduce' overheating, improves comfort and can significantly lower the need for additional cooling. ~ z ~ w ~ o ~ w ~ w ~ o I ~ ~ ~ ~ ::" '" c 5 ~ ~\1 . g c ~ ,", w « ~ .....----.............-.........-- a .'" \I\'l"jlf, ß/llt . Wll'dow Co, ..... ~ff.)~~~ I~¡¡~~tt;~!~~~~~,~:;~~~~~\,\,¡ it·"· '/II¡¡,'II!'I,¡~'~-'''''''''~~ .........-..... I (OI<ll~ f'~III'@I.!!,!\!'IÇ~ . i¡J~:~.'I~"!'J,~:\.n m~~!:~<~~ . 0.35 0.32 .- ...........................". n _MI'I1_~~IUITItItØ _i;~¡¡;~i\i~Ä . 0.51 0.2· ...........,...,..........,. . ~M"¡I'I/I¡¡J.'/II¡/¡'~'~~I\~~';I~I~il,j~,__'",,_,_'II ~i'»lf(;li"1"I'".t~~ \II',," 'JNt\M,''IH',~!Irt¡¡¡';~'jIM'I<I\¡'''flI','''><>iII'I)~,\¡t¡" 'I/Nf'iII'~I','!IN\ 11,1 v,''""''',"I!!I'I\I)I~,"lIrI¡¡l!'~'W¡I\~:;'_~i/ii!\:~ 1XiI,~:~ "'""""",.,."""",, . ,"""'","'''''''IrIIrIIO,'',W,W''''','W,\W.\\'W'!'!\!\¡¡''C'!\'!\WJ)'¡¡,,\!\!\!\wm.W})m!'h!""""'I>,,·I,",,",·""""^""¡''''=~''" . Look 10( this label as your ,¡¡s,sur¡:!nce that this window hã$ been Independently rated using a procedure establi$hed by lhe NrRC. Although other labels m~y be pre!;ient, the NFRC I~bel i~ you~ best source of energy performance information. :i U-f¡¡çtor is. ,¡¡ measure of heat tran::;lerrM by the entire window (fr,;¡me, sash and glass) eitMr Into or out of the building. A smaller U-latLOr will provide a window which ¡~ more comfortable on cold days. Try to purchase a window with the lowest U-fattor. :', V slble Transmittance (VT) i!io a mei!sure of the amount 01 visible light enterlnlj!: the window. Try to seled a window with ~ high vr. It will brin¡;s more natural day-light into yOur home. \. NFRC techniçal procedures by whith the window wa$ ev~lu,ated. ~) Name 01 the window rn.anufacturer. Manufacturer's des¡;ription or the labe.led product. ':1'. The NFRC "rãting", a nurncricð1llallle, represent'$ the appl icable energy perlormanee characteristic, Residentiaj.(or "AA") and Nori-résider~ll<'ll (or "B8") are NFRC size de:sign¡¡tions. Representatill6 test siLaS are çhœen for each ~uct type i!nd identic~1 si&.> are compared among different manufadurel':i. 1:';, Sol<"!( Htat G&ln Coefflcietlt (SHGC) i!i a measure of the sOlãr anergy entl)rir12 the building though the entire wir~d( w. A lower SHGiV will reduce air conditioning costs.and provide more comfort on hot d"Y!i· ::.1, Air Leak~gi!l (AL) is ð measure of the amount of ¡;¡ir that Ci!n pas!!; through the crack!¡ and join~ in the window assembly. The lower t)-.e AL, tI:Ie less. I;!ir will pass through. ',:):) , Independetlt CertiflC$tion ,¡¡nd InSpèctlon Agenc,/ (IA) selected b¥ the window n'1êIliufacturer. AU testing Is done by an NFRÇ- ~credited labCJriUöry, and results are sent to the IA for evaluation. aoth lamtor'les ano manufacturers ,¡¡re in$pected annually to ensure that NFRC standard!;! are maintained. ;iJ '.J;~ ::::1.1 V.r. ;¡. :::';.; Ii;'" ':.,,;~ í:.i; I ;:;'¡,¡:~, : J rr I'J~;::; -_.__._-~._.,,"'~,..,',..,'"'"~."',.~ ... ,.."',.".".,'"'~,_._"..,.".,_.,..,.,.,- Description: Leaks in the joint$ between ductwork allow condítioncd air to escape into attics and basements. Nationally, leaks at the joints between ductwork connections allow, on average, 25% of the conditioned air to escape into attic, and basements. Duct tape 10$e$ its effectivene$< in 3-5 years. Mastic maintains the seal for decades. ._--~.~.~._~~~~-~-~,-,_...~"~~~.. Application. In,tall ma>tic at every metal duct joint and around the bends in elbow'. It is important for .11 ducts to be sealed. Professional testing for a duct leakage rate of under 10% can be helpful in determining success, ."'~'".,~=~~, Benefit: Leaky air ducts can cause negative pressure in the house which can allow carbon monoxide from gas water heaters and furnaces into the home, Well-sealed ductwork also keeps the house more comfortable. ..., ,:¡ ; ('. ;";\:1 ::':1:,11' <.\,')"I',,:'¡ (:pn(;;,i:i:::;,::· 'i," ,I' :';1'; ~,"U'"~'"'MU,~~~~",,=wm""""~~m"'" De5cl"iptiQf1: Ducts in exterior walls, attics and in uninsulated spaces Jose a sign ificant amount of heated or cooled air capacity. ~,~~'=~"~m~~m""_'· - ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ " ~ "~~~~,~=,~=""""""~"'.""'-'--'_. ~ ~ I o ¡;: .. " ~ ~ Iñ :::, I/~j 1'1:1 k¡II'I:;;J,: :,IIY:,: (',"} nl.(>~id1;: __,_...~".,..~_,",.",.,,~'"'"'""~'"'"'"''",M''"''''''~~''''' Description: Steams, gas.., smoke and other combustion by-products (such as unburned hydrocarbons) can result from cooki ng. Stovetop range hoods expel these by-products to the outside. Application: Range hoods are particularly important for gas stoves and can be installed most easily where stoves are adjacent to exterior walls. .......~._.~".,,'""~,.,._v,~ Benefit: Range hood~ improve indoor air quality, prevent overheating and excess moisture build-up. IIIIID..W!IN".. ...~.lfI!. ,nl'tl'll¥r"ITV\Iìj!:'illll!l!i'I·I:I/I'li/ilmilllllmWIII!!I! 'I'tll[ll"I'l'j0111'jV1'l11fl>lilllli"if7i'I/T'f!IIITIII'IIIIIIIWIII-IIIIIBII.IIIIIHIIIIII1111!:¡¡;¡¡lIllliillJl¡¡¡JJtlllllllitlllm¡: 1,1,1'.' i.'ìlJilllll&i4l1lld&iIIII;}MI;t!IIIIIIIII,i0#1Gll, GI'I" ii11111ilWßl11111 Îi'ililllial'll ~IIIIiII'I0A1,'IIIIIII,11 ill _11.llli ß .111111I1;1!::" :!h'il!!¡¡¡¡m mljillj I[ Ducts should be inspected, tested and sealed to enSure adequate airflow and eliminate I loss of conditioned air. Ducts can leak as much as 20-30% of the air passing through ¡ them and can bring dust, unconditioned outdoor air and humidity into living spaces, To ¡ find out how leaky your duds are have them professionally tested and seek to have them . repaired so that you accomplish a leakage rate of under 10%. Thorough duct seaiing can cut heating and cooling costs in many homes by 20%. \I\,'\I,II,\,('")\II',I,\',"!!,\,"\ ApplicatiQn: All ductwork for heating or cooling should be run through conditioned space inside the insulated envelope, Ducts run through attic space can be buried under new loose fill insulation. w,w~'~m~~w·~_·~·__·'________·__ Benefit: Locating ducts in the conditioned space significantly reduces energy loss and improves occupant comfort. '!\!\!\'\!\!\!\!\""¡¡,!\ M ""'" """ " '''''''_''''.''''''''M..'''''¡' , "''1''""",'''''',\,'::,''',,",",\1\1\\,,,', co ~ ", ''I . '" r ç ~ " t::: 6 C ? "' ~ o ~ ::t o ~ '" ~ ô o ~ C ê; ') ",;::"";,, - ~ ~ w ~ ~ ~ M C Q ~ ~ ~ ~ Z " ~ ~ m z ~ ~ ~ il ; i I'::,:¡ " ; I I:,;: I:ì ;"'¡ '¡,I I': I :,::,1;;'-" ¡' ';.'.1.:<'. ¡:¡: ,Pi'::i:; ",;'1 ___.__._n___._.._.,.._ . .___.,.__.__".,_."."."","""_,.^~",.,,,.,,",,,_" __'.'~.W"_'.~W'W·_·.·_~·''''__'_''''·_''·'_'_·'·''''_''_·_·_._.~~.~ Description: Debri5 and dU5t from construction can ç¡¡:¡u~e allergic reaction$ in occupants. ..--..------------ Appli(;¡}lion: Cover or seal all ductwork in work 5pace during con5tructjon. Clean or vacuum all ductwork before occupancy 10 eliminate dust. Clean duct. before carpet is laid and finishe' are applied. .n .,~,~",...,.."'"~~,.,~~.~.."~ 8tJMfiL Children are especially sensitive to micro particulales like drywall dust. Cleaning and vacuuming ductwork reduces dust around Ihe house after occupancy. (,:~!:l.i:li,¡ ::':,;:11;:1:: i\~.I;il:: (n::¡ ~'"'~,~.~'".="'"~-"~~, Description: (.~ . c; 1.1.1 C ~ W ~ w ~ o I ~ " ~ w 2 Solar aUic fan. exhau.t he~1 from aWc s.paces. in summer and clear condensation in the winter. AppIÍt:<JtiM: Solar ~ttic fan, are powered by the sun ¡¡md are most effective when placed on the southern side of the roof and centered between the roof rafters. Avoid inslalling under overhanging hee$ or other structures. creating shade_ 1.11 C 0; " <0 ~ c =' ::;> ~ __.____._.__...__._.__._...._._.....__.___....~~~."~~=n Ber\E!tit: w w ~ " I n the summer, attics can reach up to ¡50'F. That heat migrates into the home and increas.es the temperature in5¡de_ A solar attic fan removes much of this hot air and reduces the burden on the air condi1ioning sy,tem. De~.cri pt.ioll: Soffit/eave ventilation and gable/continuous ridge ventilation exhaust ex.cess heat and moisture from aHic spaces by natural convection_ ~~'~='~'""=M'"'''WW"'='W''' ,.'''''.,_....._._._._.._._____._ Application; Install equal amounts of ventila1ion between the soffits/eaves and Ihe gables/ridges, The code requiremenl of 1 square foot of net free area of venling for every 150 square feet of attic floor area should be doubled. Keep insulalion fror" blocking the soffít/e~ve vents. ~~~~M""'M".m'''''''' ... '''_..''.._.___.__.______ Bf:!nefit: Attics can reach up to 1500 F on a hot summer day, That heat migrates into the house, exchanging air with the living space. Eave and soffit venting and continuous ridge venting increases comfort, reduces air conditioning costs and reduces problems associated with exces> attic moisture. /, II';'" >1: ¡ :/11 III;:: u (..j 1/1 ;~I.(- .:::i¡1 .,.,"'"~~'M~=W'WWWW··,····, D~:::;r;riJ1tion: . ...--...-----.----. Whole house fans can cool a house without using an air conditioner by exhausting warm, indoor air and bringing in large volumes of fresh, cool, outdoor air at night. _.__~.~...,"u~'"'"~'"=~"'~,~~~~~~~ Application: The fan must be mounled in a hallway ceiling on the top floor. An in$ulatedt airtight seal is necessary to prevent air leakage through the fôn in winter. Fans should be sized to produce between 4-5 air changes per hour and should have Iwo speeds: low speed for continuous ventilation and high speed. PLEASE NOTE: Keep a window open when fan is running to avoid back drafting of carbon monoxide from gas appliance fl"e.. Benefit: An average whole house fan uses one-lenlh the electricity of an air conditioning unit. Moving large volumes of air can achíeve ìndoor comfort at higher temperatures without air conditionÎng. Air Flow with Whole-House Fall 1 /;<~::::::"- 1 4~;;~*~>~ -t -~ ~> ~ !""""",,,,.,,.,.,,,,,--.--,... ...'._----"---"""""'=-------"""'\... ;;¡i, '1!li,:,1>1'1 ':,,'I;IF¡J;;!' ;;'.¡ ,::::" ;·::'::I! I':'~ ""MM""""""'"~~'~"=~"" De~,(:rirtioll: Sealed combustion furnaces and water heaters duct fresh, outdoor air directly into a sealed jacket around the combustion chamber eliminating the use of conditioned house air for combustion. ,~~",~,w,~""w"""",,,w,,.,,,,, .. n ."",~,,,w~~____ AppliGðtiorl: Install in place of conventional furnaces or hot water heaters. ._.~.~""'".~"""'''''''''''''''''''''''''''' ",,""'"'-"""'."'- Benefit: Traditional natural gas furnaces and hot water heaters use conditioned, indoor air for combustion. When a negative pr~5$Ure 5ituation is created in the home byexhôu$t fans, dryers or leaky dUCt5, carbon monoxide can be pulled into the house from the combustion chamber and exhaust flue. Sealed furnaces and hot water heater$ eliminate that condition, thereby improving indoor air quality and reducing the danger of carbon monoxide contamination. They also improve energy efficiency by not taking your home's conditioned air and sending it outdoors through the exhaust flues, , : i r: : ¡¡ i 11 i ;' . Ii, \ i ~ ¡' ,; i i Iii: ; , i· " ;::: I ".. I,; ::, ~'HX ::;, I'"~ : ¡'j(:.:'~" !¡\J,uj¡ H;i) ':,\'j "'I,:'::: 1'1:;::,:<,1:,::':'· ~~~,,~"n_".'. .... ..,_,."._.......n...__'_...__,__..._._. Descript.iùrì: Wall-mounted electric and goo heating units are potential health and fire h~zard~. Ga5 units produce both unburned hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide, " deadly unnotice- able gas. A wall heat pump has an exterior compressor and an interior air hand ler that blow5 cond itioned air throughout the home. __.,_.,__.._'.._.n'~'~~.~ Appliçat!or1: Replaçe any wall-mounted heater with a heat pump. Replacement with a heat pump Is potentially expensive. Another option Îs to use the water heater as the heat source using fan coils in each room to di5tribute heat in the home. _~~~=~"u'~~m~~"~'~~"",",.·" Bûncfit: Eliminating wall-mounted electric and gas heater< results in greater .afety and more energy savings. li"::I:':!!:: . "'J.,! ;:'\;·11;: 'i'i U:¡::! íi, C;, í::>:<>:'i'lí;'I:::: 'Wi:'i'::: ¡;!:;'i ':<:I,:,¡:::( ··"·,::",:;,i':;:I'I '¡¡'::I:!";"@ <r:I:\)';' ... . .'",""M'~""U~'" ",.".",'""_"".".n.......______... De.5l::ript1on: Air conditioning equipment ì5 one of the greatest loads on power grids. SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) measures cool ing .ystem efficiency at low temperatures while EER (Energy Efficiency Ratio) is a high temperature performance rating, The higher the SEERIEER number the less power is required to provide comfort. This assures that the air conditioning system operates . at high efficiency during the full range of summer temperatures. TXV is a refrigerant regulation device that can help ensure that the ðir conditioning system operates at maximum efficiency over a wide range of c.onditions. -~,..,'_.=~" App!icat.ion: Higher SEER ([3 - 18 SEER) and EER (11 or greater) units are installed like any other AC equip- ment. Some AC equipment comes with a factory installed TXV and others accept a TXV that can be bolted on. Zoned AC systems allow 2 to 4 zones to be conditioned at different temperature. so only the spaces being used are cooled. These require thermost<3t$ in each zone. ~,,~~,~~"'."_.,--- ---~,...~.~"'= Benefit: High SEER units save money and energy and reduce peak load problems for utilities, High EER sy.tem$ not only save money and energy but offer more cooling when you need it most, on very hot day.. Installing air conditioning systems with a TXV lower< utility bills and saves energy. - ~ ~ m m ~ W ~ 5 ~ ~ ~ ~ o ~ ~ ~ ~ ¡; ~ ø ~ 1"1 "' " § Gi "' ~ 6 ~ r¡ " ~ " ~ ~ Q ~ ~ " <0 C P ~) - ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ o ~ ~ w ~ ~ ë ~ 5 ~ z w w ~ ~ ¡':":'¡"(;,::¡:: '11/:1:1'1 !';:¡:::¡i: I::! I';'", "W"=,~"",.,=~~,"""=, """~"'m~=·w,'·, .~",.".".,_",,_._._, D~.?criptiO(1: R-22 is an HCFC refrigerant used in residential heating and cooling sys- tems. R 22 contains chlorine which i5 an czone~de5troying chemical. In 20lO, under the Clean Air Act, HVAC manufacturers can no longer produce new air conditioners using R-22, n",'wm,,,,,·,=,,w,,',,,,,wm'w,=,,=~,,,'W""'·"_____~'.~_ Application: Some new AC units already use alternatives to R-22 refrigerant such as R·4lOA, as well a5 the trade brand Puron and others. Additional care should be taken when handling refrigerants, always select a reputable dealer who employs service technicians that have achioved Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification to handle refrigerants. ·_'m_·_'·w,,,ww,,,~,",,,ww,,'·,'·'_·'.·'''''~,,,W''W"__''_· '" ~, ~ o c," ~ w O' Bellefit Using alternatives to HCFC refrigerants reduces depletion of the ozone layer in case of leakage during replacement. ~ r:J ~ ~ " ø IJ.I ~. ~ 1::, " ~ '.' z ë '? :1'1:1,(: ::1 ¡:h~/" ;;II',;'"j1,:::d h,lr:~1 Uti!::.;' '::r:~~;'; 1';1',1:;::\': I:YI,F:J[': y 1/ :'. ::¡ :.1, '~', \i: --~~~--_.._-_.__._._~~-_.~~..~~~_.~ f1e5Cription: High efficiency furnaces convert gas to heat with greater efficiency, ~ 1.1,1 :;¡,~ ~:¡ ~ '" ~~~~...~_."~-_..._~ Application: Replace conventional furnaces with high efficiency models. Installing the proper size of furnace for the home is just as important as its efficiency. Check with your local utility company for rebate information. .. --,--.-.--.---.---.----.-..--.-.- ....~~,.....,-"~"~" Bp.r~t!lit,: A properly sized, high efficiency furnace costs less to operate, It saves natural resources, reduces air emi55ion5 and helps create a cleaner environment. t 3, HC::I·;;..::!~L ::II¡I;,'.wd I:: U:: .._-_._._--_._----"-,-_._._._~-,~~ DC5cription: The burning of wood in fireplaces is a major source of air pOllution during the winter months, generat- ing up to one·third of the particulate matter on cold evening:;. In addition, open fireplaces suck air out of the hou5e and extract more heat than they provide. Retrofitti ng wood burning fireplaces with airtight doors and working dampers reduces down drafting, heat loss and the amount of oxygen drawn from the house for combustion purposes. ~'_.'N'·~__~__·_ Application: Retrofit wood burning fireplaces with EPA certified wood stoves or fireplace inserts, pellet stoves or natural gas units, These units should have direct outside combustion air vented into the insert. If total retrofit is not fea5ible, then replace old damper if it no longer seals the flue due to mechanical failure, rust or soot buildup in the chimney, Retrofit sealed door> onto fireplaces. Outside air, needed for combustion, should be brought in behind the doors, Some fireplaces provide for controlled air intake from inside the hou5e that can be shut down when not in use. '"u"'"'"n~u"'~=="'""'..""·" .... .-..-...----------,..,. Benefit: EPA certified stoves or fireplace inserts reduce the amount of pollut.nt particulate matter by 75-90% compared to a standard fireplace, A properly operating damper reduces drafts throughout the house when the fireplace i, not in use. Airtight door>, when shut, can reduce the heat taken from the house as well .. reduce drafts when the fireplace is not in use, '1:1 :' 11;,1"'!Q i \": U~}, ¡:,:I::ii':' II';:' ?11'::.?::.:'¡:::i' ..,..",."'"",.^"'~'"'=~=,~~~---- D~5Criptil)n~ Hydronic heating force, hot water through radiators located in different areas or lanes throughout the hou5e. It is typically installed as b..eboôrds or in floors. ,_.".".._.,.__._--_._.._.~-~~~~. Applic:ðtlóri: Use hydronic, radiant heating instead of forced air heating. The 5ystem must be designed before construction starts. ._-_.__._~~~., Benefit Hydronic heating is more comfort- able and saves energy by heating only the zone that require, heat. 1:,111:,'1'''' I rfi:::·:1 ";i ':::'(.1" .... ·...__........____.......u...._.,.___..n..__m......'... n!7!!')(:rirtiQn~ High efficiency filters remove 70% or more of dust and particulates from the air. Application: Filter> are installed in tho return air stream at the air handler, whioh should be 5ized to handle the reduced "ir pre5$Ure ç,au5ed by the filter. Some unit5 have an ¡¡¡ir çön· ditioning setting for the fan that will handle the retrofit filter. ._----------"..._.._._---~._~ Benefit. Tho EPA has identified micropar- ticulates as a leading cause of respiratory discomfort By removing these particles, the filter makes the living space healthier. ":::11·11:::,;,(: 11.,";1'1111,11111', iii:iV', '" """'~'"'u=m~~~'.'~~,,~"''''~~ Description: An HRV is a mechanical ventilation system that recovers heat from the exhausting, stale) indoor air and transfers it to the incoming, fresh, outdoor air. ... .."'"'"',.,~'"'"'"~u,=~~'"'~~ ^pplicatioll~ The unit should be designed into the HVAC system to distribute the fresh air more evenly throughout the home. Note, Use of this equipment is particularly appropriate with blower door test results of less than .35 Natural Air Changes per Hour (NACHL B~í\efit: I;eat recovery venti lator> provide fresh, outdoor air while exhau.ting stale indoor air. They also save energy by recovering the heat lo.t in the exhausting air and transfer it to the incoming air. Radi<:lnt Floor Heating ';:, II'<,;L,¡: ,,: ;',':>' :ï :' ~:: ':';¡ .,; .......---------.----.-....... Description: According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, an attached garoge i. the .ingle mo.t .ignificant contributor to poor indoor air quality, Car exhaust contains many known c¡;¡n;:inogens and can migr~te into living spaces through door5 and cracks in walls adjacent to the garage. .____n__..n____........_ ..,.._".=~~'=m~.. Applic<.JtiOf1: Install exhau.t fan on the opposite wall from the door to the house. It can be wired to an electric garage door or put on a timer to run for i5 minutes after door has been opened or closed. Do not install fan if water heater or gas furnace are located in garage. .._,~~~,~,~"~~~"~~,,._"._- B{!nefit: An exhaust fan creates a healthier indoor environment by reducing the potential hazard of car exhaust from entering the house. Furnace filters capture large particles of dust, pollen, and other indoor pollutant. preventing them from build-up on the workings of the system and from distributing throughout your home. The best option is to purchase high efficiency disposable filters with a MERV rating of between 6 and 12, greater than 12 will restrict your system's air flow too much. Replace these filters as they become burlt-up with contaminants: generally every two months or as needed. If utilizing reusable. high efficiency electronic or electrostatic filters, remember to clean them often. - ~ ~ m m ~ œ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ o Iii ~ ~ ~ m ~ ~ ~ Ii) ~ '" 1"1 . '" r Q 5 ;;¡ c 6 m I,:; 2 m '" ~ " ~ ~ Q ~ ~ ;; o ~ ¿ - ~ " ~ ~ ~ ~ c o E ~ ~ 9 " .. " w w '" " ;',01';·: \1'1¡':,~ 'j:::,i' :Y;~:,:( ." lil,:'¡::i/" , ,'I; "m=m"~,,u="'~m=~·"·· ,..,..". Destriptlör'I: I nsulated copper pipes are installed from the attic to a hot water closet or mechanical room for future solar installation. This option allows the homeowner to install an active solar system at a later date if they desire. Application: Provide south-facing roof area for collectors and access for piping to a mechanical room. This is primarily applicable to homes that are being extensively rehabilitated on the interior. The most cost-effective time to install this pre-plumbing is during construdion. _______n 8énefit: Solar hot water pre-plumbing during the remodeling process can save money for the homeowner if, at some point in the future, they want to install a solar system. ~ ~ '" c o ~ '" ~ w ~ o I ~ ~ ~ w ~ .:.::, (ìlt:i:,'¡)i; :'::;'.)::::';1" ~\Vi,;d,li:;; ..__.~~,._.~ Dt!s,criptiúil: Sol., water heating systems use solar panels to collect heat from the sun. The hot water is stored for use at a later time. Water pre-heated by a ~ S " " ?: c =' ~ ~ solar system can also supplement use of a standard water heater. . . _,.",..,"_.~...~~~~~'~~'"'~~~"~"'=~W"_ Application: PrQvide .utficient south-facing roof area for collectors, and space in a hot water closet for the additional hot water 'torage tank, _.,-"-,-,.,,._,,-,.,-,,-~~~ 8erH::~ht.: Solar hot water systems can pay back in as little as seven years and reduce the use of gas or electricity for water heating. Solar Water Heating .~ t t :!2 0 :I: <..> 0 I'"' Hot Water Storage T~nk Heat Exch~nger w w ~ " e:¡ \::-,1;::/:': \':'1.1 ;',:"': ,. . '.', ¡:: 1i'1);::; II : ~ ¡,::: '¡:ï '; !'; I;, I' /:; i ,íl !:; ...... .'.,_,~",u,"'"='","''''m'''''''· ()escriptior\: Running wires from the roof to the electric s.ervice entrance/circuit breaker panel can save ÇO$tly installation of photovoltaic panels at a future date. ~"~,~~,~,."-_..,.._---_. Appliç:¡;¡tion: Run two pair #10 THHN wire plus #8 ground in conduit from the south facing roof to a junction box near the panel (don't wire the panel). East and West facing roofs can work if the South is unavailable or shaded for panel,. =~"".""'."."-,."..,._._----'---".. BerH::-fit~ Photovoltaic panels and systems will continue to drop in price over the next few years. Homebuyers may not be able to afford the system today but may be interested in the future when the price comes down. Visit www.consumerenergycðnter.org for more information on rebates_ 'Iii' : Generate your own electricity using renewable resources. Your electric utiiity can "store" and buy the extra electricity you generate or supply it if your system does not generate enough. '!Ii:" PV Panels provide a secure source of electricity. fll·¡ii¡'¡'''''ni:¡C, .':f:; 1"'·'.'''"111': PVs are a clean, replenlshable resource that do not contribute to global warming. 111:1';1)1111" , Use PVs to help ensure our energy future by tapping into an "infinite" power supply. Cont~d the California Energy Commission at 800.555.7794 for information on cash rebates on eligible renewable energy e ectric-gener~ti"g systems. I", "'\'\I'=1I\nnn"'~:\I" 1"1\"'''"''1''1"1\,'' '·'I\I\!I\I,I"·,,,,,,,,nnn,n""':.l\w\!\! :¡" 'i ehO:I::id;:~') '''ii:' !F1'I/! .......--....-..-....-..... ..........". Description: PV panels contain hundreds of small cells that collect the sun's energy and convert it into electricity. Excess electricity can be sent back into the utility grid for a credit on electric bills. The collected energy can also be stored in large batteries to meet the needs of nighttime energy requirements. ~""·~"'·'·'~~·_""""~'~~,,~~~""~'="m"'=~~"~W'~'·"" Application: Typical PV instaliations include flat roof, sloped roof, building integrated PV and ground mount. Items to consider when installing PV include, sunlight - minimum of 4 hours required during peak period (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) with no shade: orienta- tion .... anything but North: angle .- flat to 60 degrees: adequate roof area-depending on type of PV selected (monocrystal, polycrystal or amorphous). ...~~--~._... !:3er~~nt: PV pônels can be used as a means to decrease reliance on conventional power plants that contribute to air pollution. Installing Solar Water Sy:!:.t€!m ,;1 ',;;"\ ''';'¡ :'~'n:' .,:\ I:: ~.~ ¡>:"dl:::" ,:1:;, . ..,...~...,,,.,,.,,....,,...._.._.._-_.._-- 1)f-;'.5çrlptlor1: 40-50 year asphalt composition, tile, slate, fiber-cement and metal are examples of safe and durable roofing materials. Avoid cedar and wood shake shingles. ·."''''w·,'·'','·,·''·'·'''''''·''··''''''·· ...........-.----- Applicatiun: Applicable anytime roofing material is specified, m'''w'·~·"··,···.,,····w,,..·, .,..,........,..".._...._....__ Rellefih A durable and safe roof is cost effective and reduces landfill deposits, Some products may also reduce your homeowner insurance rates. Photo<loltaic [:Janel System Radiant Barrier Sheathing :";. ¡ 1l:':;:~'.i.1'i I::? ;.:; 1'.: i ¡:::::: :!!: ,II !': -~~~_._.~_._--_._._.~~..,..,. D!d!::itriptiùr\: When radiant energy from the sun strikes the roof surface, it is converted to heat energy which radiates downward into the attic and the adjoining rooms. A radiant barrier reflects or blocks radiant heat and does not emit it to the cooler surfaces around it. Radiant barrier sheathing is a roof sheathing material with a reflective layer (film or foil) applied to the under- side of the OS8, Another radiant barrier application is reflective film or foil that attaches to the rafters, reflects radiant heat upwards and does not emit it downward towards the attic and the home's interior. ~~.."u~'",."u~,~~~"'~, Applic.aticn: Radiant barrier sheathing can be used in piace of conventional roof sheathing or apply reflective material (foil or paint) to the underside of rafters and decking. BenE!fìt: Radiant barriers reduce heat build-up in attic spaces by not re-radiating heat from the roof to the attic and eventually to the interior rooms.. They can prevent up to 97% of the sun's rôdiant heat from entering the home and can bring attic temperatures down as much as 30 degrees on hot days, keeping the whole home cooler and reducing energy consumption for ôir conditioning. - " ~ '" :¡¡ .. ~ .- " " " " '" , '" " " ~ .. ~ '" ~ ~ " '" '" "' z .. ~ ,- " ¿ ~ c) ç 2 '" ~ " ~ ::r: o '" ~ 1"1 t " P 7- ~ - "I ~ ::¡ !¡¡ " .. ¡g <0 ~ " <0 Z ê ~ 5 ~ z w w '" " 1::(:;;':;:1" '''::1'' '/"::1 :::1:::" :"::11: :1::;;;; ="'''"w,~~~~,w,~~'~'''=~m''·''·',· De!>crip!'iol1: Passive solar systems provide heat to the structure through south facing windows in conjunction with internal thermal mass. ~,,~~~.._---_.~-'- ApplicðtiQn: The house must incorporate windows that face within 30 degrees of due south and have the ability to store excess heat in massive elements such as a slab floor or stone fireplace. ..'''.~,''''''''~''~.'.'~''.''''''''''N","''''''''~_''.'''''~'M''._.·'.,~_~.,~__ BenP.fit: Passive solar design can reduce l1eating requirements by 30-50%, saving energy and money. 2. )::.\,:\\:¡,¡j n\J\;~rh::¡q,~1~ ü¡" ,PÙ'~I I'¡I¡I'::'I' :~:;~n¡tb ï;,~i¡:::,I:t1':'~N¡' ""_."m."'_'_'.Mmm_.'_'~'m.' IJesc:rirtion: " ? w " <0 " w ~ w " o z ~ " w ø 1.,1 7 W º "::1 c,~ " ;:: w Properly sized overhangs or awning5 on soutl1 facing windows are important components of passive solar heating and natural cooling. Overl1angs and awnings help keep the heat of the sun from entering the home during summer, but allow l1eat to enter in tl1e winter, These shade control devices can be oversized roof over- l1angs, wood trellises/arbors with deciduous plants, or adjustable or demountable awning' made of fabric or metal. ~ ~ z "' w ~ " ----------,--,-~..,-,_.,_. Applic::õ:!tiùl\: The overhang or awning design should keep out summer sun by shading the entire window during the hottest month(s) of the year, Size overhangs or awnings above south windows so tl1at winter sunlight is allowed into the space, W!lere it can be abs.orbed by thermal mass! and be re-radiated as heat. Also CQn5ìder shading devices on the west and east facing windows to protect from morning and afternoQn heat, especially in hotter climates. ______.____._...._____..._....u....... B!2IÎl!fíl: Overhangs, awnings and trellises are an integral part of making pa,sive solar heating and natural cooling work. Removable/retractable fabric awnings offer a low cost solution to reduce heat gain, lower energy bills, and make the home more comfortable in the summer. ':\, e¡~ìnt U:\;i·¡~,i::){::·:'::~,;:'\:\ ":¡: ;:j;'; H 1: U~,:,,> tHI I.b:'! \ltU~:,;t ;':~:.'j<~ :: :::¡:.'!'! .':':.::1,11'" "ÒÕ;cr;-púö-r;'":.....u---...--.-----...------.---...----'...__n During summer months, the sun shines on the south and west sides of the home c.usi ng the l10me to heat up whìch in turn rnakes. air conditioners work their hardest. Trees offer the best solution for keeping out low-angle sunlight from wes.t and south windows In ~ummer. The addltion'" cooling demanded by low-angle sun penetration of west windows in late summer after~ noons create the most sígnìfiç~nt summer peak utility costs. w~,·,",.~,,_·_·_·_·____ Application: Plant shade trees on the west and south sides of the home to provide ,hade and summer cooling. The most important areas to shade are windows and paved areas. Keep trees an appropriate distance from the 110me or utilities to avoid intro- duction of pests and root/branch intrusions as trees mature. -------_._.._._._-~~~~....~... Benefit: Planting ,hade trees can reduce summer air-conditioning costs by 25% to 40%. Tree' provide numerous additional benefit' to the environment including cieansing the air, creating habitats for birds and play places for children as well as adding aesthetic beauty to the neighborhood. Through shade and evapotranspiration, trees can create a microclimate that is up to 15 degrees cooler than the surrounding area. Awning ¡md Trel1i~e!; tú H(!:uuce Heat Gain ': (/¡;::'ïl '""'"'''''"'"='''~,w, "m"~=m"~~~~'w~= l.)escriptiü¡I: Most paint releases volatile organic compounds (VaCs), a major indoor air pollutant, into the heme. Once outside, vacs react with other pollutants. producing ground-level ozone that aiso affects human health. Often low/no-VaC products are man- ufactured without mercury or mercury compounds, or pigments of lead, cadmium, chromium, or their oxides. ._._"~u",'~~'"'~~~~,~,~"'~~=,~~~ Application: Paint with 10w/no-vaCs i5 available from most major manufacturers and is applied like traditional paint products. High washability 5hould be specified for bathrooms, kitchens and children's bedrooms. Every finish and most colors are available in low/no-VaC paints, "",'"wm_~""',""""""''''''~''W''''''''''''''''~'~"'~~_'"'"~.~_, Benefit: Low/No-VOC paint reduces the em issions of vacs into the home, Împroving indoor air quality and reducing the formation of urban smog. ,;(: i" II/Ii \!IFr¡ :¡Iii';/::,(:\ ;:,;: ':1 :..¡ ;,' ~ ~'"'M"'M="'"'''=~~'W''''~''~''''~''~'='''~'''''''~_'''_''''_''_''''' De5cription~ Conventional solvent-based wood finishes can offgas for months, and can be harmful to children, Low vac finishes, such as water-borne urethane and acrylic, are lower in toxic compounds compared to conventional solvent-based fini.he, while providing similar durability, ."","~,~~."~..~"..,~_."-_.._..,-_.- Application: Low vac wood finishes can be used in most applications where solvent-based finishes are typically used. If solvent-based wood finishes must be used, they should be left to offgas for three to four weeks prior to occupancy. ~~~~.~-~_.- Benefit Using low VOC wood finishes reduce. offgassing into the home, improving indoor air quality, and reducing the formation of urban .mog. I.ow/NO-VOC p~¡r'It, \'..:, i i)'ili.iH,.:::,·\j{I::::: ,:;,\rlhe'l!iivl:::':¡ .. _",~~,",","u",=~,",~,~=",~..,,,,,..,.,,,..,.. De.5çrif)tinn: Unlike 50lvent-based adhesives that off-gas toxic compounds for month., low/no-VOC adhesives reduce toxic gaMes such as aro- matic hydrocarbons or solvents that contribute to air pollution. _.__.._,..._"..~ Application: Use 10w/no-VaC products in place of standard adhesives for ali interior applications such as installation of flooring, countertops, wall covering5, paneling and tub/5hower enclosures. 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Visit www.build-green.org for more information on events, products, presentations and more. :ï""¡,\!\!\!\!\¡\"",,, , ¡\\¡\¡""',,¡"'..,,,,¡\ """"""""r",",",""'"'''''' \ii\¡\¡\'''\!!\'''\'''''",",\''\>.\''''¡''¡<',''''· - ~ ~ ~ ~ z ~ ~ ~ Q ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Q ¡;¡ " ~ ~ '" ~ " "' ~ "' z ~ c º 5 " ç n C . '" v' " " ~ ~ ~ '" :'1:1 '" ¡§ n ~ ':2 '" ii, - ~ ~ ~ .. ~ c o I ¡¡¡ ~ " ~ " ~ " ~ ~ w W Œ " I;: I,::;, i' ':i,;:\ ¡ ),ii ::; ,:": ~ I I:~ :;: í: :·d ;::': !/ )\;i,:-II'I'" ::¡:; '!i,'; I' ¡iïï i;:~'í f.il' Þ "'I: ~::/. í)ê;é';¡ptiõ;·,';"-~·'·'W.'.'....'~"'.'."~.'-'.~'._.~.~~--'_.~~,- Salvaged building materials are selectively and carefully removed from blJildíngs for relJse. M¡¡:¡ny ~i;lJvi3.ged m¡¡:¡teri¡:¡ls are superior to the products available today such as old-growth non-structural beams, flooring and interior trim. '~~m=='~'=M,=u'm'"'m~'n'~"'w=~~~~ Appliç¡.¡tiQn: fQ -, 1,.1 o " F5 ~ ~ ~ o T ~ 2 ~ ~ 'Z: ,:"1 ~ :5 " ~ c ~ :J ~ :z ~ ~ ~ " Use salvaged building materials the same way conventional materials. are used. Please note, salvaged painted wood items often contain lead based paint. Use lead safe painting and paint removal strategies identified by the Alameda County Le.d Po¡~oning Prevention Progr"m www.açlppp.orgihazard.shtml. _____..n__.___...______.........,u_........_________ Bênéfit: Using salvaged building materials keeps valuable resourçes out of landfills, reduces pressures on the landfills as well as offering the homeowner inexpensíve and unique materials for the home. Forrnaldùnyde··Frec ~'!edium Density F·ïb",-rboard (MDf'.·¡ !;ì, I.ii:;;.¡~ ¡i:nt;i::,'!:·I;:-rw:d S:HNi::: ;::;;'.::(.I·¡:.]I;.: IIiii'I f:; :ND ß,rhi:¡:::d r;:::nJl;.~:ïr.J:Hï :/I.::f.~ --_.__._._._._._.__..._.._._._-----_.._._---_._.__.._~-- Description: Engineered sheet good' such as partiçleboard and medium density fiberboard (MDF) typically use adhesives that contain urea formaldehyde, a suspected human carcinogen, The formaldehyde is continuously rel.ased, referred to as ioffgassi ngll, for years after installation. Formaldehyde off· gassing contributes to poor indoor air quality, Better alternatives include MDF without formaldehyde binders as well as sheet goods made from agricultural waste, such as straw- based particleboard manufactured with non-formaldehyde binders, ~~~'_~~~_"_~M_"___~ Application: Whenever possible, eliminate new particleboard and formaldehyde ba,¡ed MDF inside the home by using $Clid wood for stair treads, exterior grade plywood (which uses the less dangerous phenol formaldehyde), M DF with formaldehyde-free binders, or straw-based MDF for shelving, cabinets, trim and suhstrate for countertops. --_._...._..._..~-"""~^~"'~~~, Bef1fdit: Elimination of engineered sheet goods containing urea formaldehyde reduces exposure to re5id~nb, particularly children, who are most susceptible. Some boards made from agricultural waste are ~uperior to wood-based particleboard in moisture resistance and structural properties, and provides for the reuse of a former waste product. IJ :ì~\;;' ;,!: :I::¡': ;-; ¡',I/ (; j' ;:;¡'fi:~'.) Ili/1.'.E)d ::(1'1 :;:¡::·:ei ii:l; U::;I.~~f ._.'""'~~'m.'."~ Description: Exterior plywood uses phenolic resi ns that offgas one-tenth as much as interior plywood. Interior plywood typically uses urea- formaldehyde glue which offgasses into the house. Appliç¡:¡tiDn: Substitute interior plywood with exterior plywood for custom cabinets and shelving. Benefit: Formaldehyde is a suspected human carcinogen and should be avoided whenever possi ble. High-quality, non-toxic and environmentally responsible cleaning products are readily available. Choose products that are non-toxic, ammonia and chlorine-free, as well as biodegradable. These cieaning products are as effective as conventional cleaners, without harsh chemicals that can lead to health problems and atmospheric ozone loss. For tips on how to make and use toxic-free household cleaners, call1.877.STOPWASTE for a copy of Easy Recipes for A Healthy House. ..",,, "'n",,,,' ""'","",'nnl"",wm',,,,,, !\!\!\!\!\#M\!\!\ ' ""'"""U\""'~'\'" :1:; ':.1' í.),: ~ ¡,::;,1.i 1::,1: ¡ ~:~\ :: U::' " ¡ ':'~: >. :'~ ~ {; )':. i! ": "'~~~,&=,,~,.,'~'"'"'~~"'" """'=="'=" D~.sçriptiQn: Using non-toxic, low permeability paint or sealer to seal exposed particleboard or MDF will reduce the release of harmful gasses and is the next best solution to elimination of perticleboard. '~~~~'~"U~~"'~~"="=.".,'"'MU"'"'~~ Application: Whenever formaldehyde-based MDF or particleboard is used, seal all exposed edges of cabinets, undersides of countertopst stairs, shelving, etc. with at least two coats of less-toxic, low permeability paint or sealer prior to installation. -.-,.-..-..--.--.-.---.---.,. Berìl2fit: Sealing all exposed particleboard reduces exposure of harmful emission. to residents, particularly children, who are most susceptible. U, i.i';,~':(~ f\'.'in~~::I, S!:¡jil:i¡:î:"i'i~i I,::'~~:UI::(:;¡ trSI::;, G~)I::'.;iì,i¡,:iI ~/¡:;il'l' :'P11' 1'(,';;' ~1¡;i:;:;.:d~.'If :¡::::':~~~:;I': .,~~"'"'~~'"~= Description: FSC certified materials (e.g, trim, doors, shelving) come from forests that are managed in accordance with sustainable forest practices. It is particularly important to specify FSC certified wood instead of cle.r, knot-free trim as this material ís typicii3lly harve5ted from non- sustoinable, old growth forests. --_...__..__.,~"'"',.~., Applic:at.iml: Use FSC certified materials in any application that normally uses con- ventional stain-grade materials. ."~--_._-,--~_.- ßenefit~ Sustainable forest certification a5Sures that the forest from which the trim i$ produced is managed in a way that will assure the long-term availability of these precious woods while pro. tecting ancient, old growth forests. ~\ ;J~>~t HI ::\I.~f",.Inï:lliM¡ l:Iï' L:Ú!j:: ::::~~¡'!Îß~:'1H Trim .=.,~,.._._,---------_._._._._._.~ D8~cr'iption: Finger-jointed trim i~ m"nufadured from short pieces of cle.r wood glued together to cre.te finished trim. recycled-content trim is made from recycled polystyrene/plastic$. __._,_,_.m,~=~ Appliçation: Use finger-jointed or recycled- content trim in any application where trim is to be painted. ~'"'"'~""'="mM'~~""='~''''''· .-,-."..,-.----- Benefit: Finger.jointed or recycled-content trim i5 straighter and more stable than çcnventional clear wood! and uses materials mOre efficiently. " ~ m m Z m ~ " ~ z ~_",~~w""·".._"·~~,,·,,.._·_,..,,·,,·,_,,.._..,_·______...~ ¡õ:\ " m ~ C ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 1 U< í~Î::::;i".::¡11 iNI::;:;;', '{:,I,'::,:'~ : it:: D€:!~çriptior1 : Whole house v"çuums exhaust the dust to the outside rather than cOllecting it in " bag that may not fi Iter the dust effectively. --_.,_.,- ". ,. "".,,'"'~~''''~~'~''''M''·''· Aþ¡Jlit.::i:Hiûr~: Whole house vacuum ,ystems must be vented outdoors, not into a garage, and not to any area where air may be taken back into the house, ..........,",'-,.,'"~~ Ber~efit: Whole house vacuums expel the dust out,ide the house whereas most v.cuum cleaners do not filter the du.t effectively and merely redistribute the du,t that is most harmful to the respiratory system. Thi$ Can aggravate asthma and other respiratory problem,. If installing a whole house vacuum system is not feasible, consider purchasing a high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters. It catches small dust particles that are typically blown around the house during vacuuming. The EPA has determined that indoor particulate dust is a significant health hazard. HEPA filters reduce exposure to these harmfui particulates. Children, asthmatics, senior citizens and others with respiratory diseases can benefit from reduced dust in the living environment. !\!'\!\!\!\!\!\!!IJ.!\!Wh!\J\!\!C!W'"''!\!\!'",,,',,'''''W',,.,,"''' ''''''''\''nnl'\n¡,\n¡.,,\''''W\!\!!JJNJ.\ - :::"¡ ~ m m " m ç: ~ Ii '" r::: ,';) '" c ~ '" ~ -" c ~ I o ~ :.:¡ '" ? o ~ m C i'i ,'i - j " ~ ~ ~ 11 " ~ ~ ~ '3 5 m z w ¡¡ ::¡.I:; k:i :: F\""I":¡::':¡'" ~:i:::IHili'/li ;-\ : I i'\ :;>:-H::;'I·" '::: ::(;:1 ¡,". '~:"'i.!t>:':'i.:' \/!;!;):::'I.'I ¡:') ::U ¡'~ ¡;;H "'"'~'"',.".,'-".,.,'-,.",.,_.~-,.,'"',.".~~.._,-,,..- ...".,~"'"'".~="="= De5çription~ Certified wood flooring comes from forests that are managed in accor- dance with sustainable forest practices, Certified wood flooring products are available in a wide variety of domestic and exotic species. ~~~"~~~=~,."."~",,,w,~,· Application: Use FSC certified wood in place of conventional hardwood flooring. _,~~~",.,,~_,~,.w,~_~.w,~.·,.,.,.,.,.·,.w,.,.,~,.,.,.,.,.._·~_~w~. Benefit: Sustainable forest certification assures that the forest from which the fioor- ing is produced is managed in a way that will assure the long-term avail- ability of these precious woods while protecting ancient, old-growth forests, '-, 7 ~ ~ ~ o ~ '.. ~ w ~ o ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ º '" "' " ~ 9 ~ BO:ImbOD Flm}rirìg z ," w ,. " :i:'::II';" :'Ic:':·':.:;j:j;.::;¡1 ·':"::;::1':: '1¡1:::lïi';:r::;:I:::; "w,~=~"w,'~"'·~''''''·~____·_,·,.. DE!=.;¡:riµtiorl: Bamboo and cork flooring are alter, natives to hardwood flooring, Bamboo is a fast growing gr... that can be harvested in three to five yeal5. Cork Is a natural flooring material that is obtained from the outer bark Qf the cork oak tree that is regenerated every 1 a years. w·,·,·······",,·,·..·~"·"·___· Applir:¡:¡tion: Use these alternative flooring materials in place of conventional hardwood. It is important to specify a durable finish. SeneFit: Fast growing, rapidly renewable floor substitutes are attractive and reduce pressure on hardwood forests. Bamboo is as durable as wood; cork is naturally fire and moisture resistant as well a. sound absorbing. ,,,," I.:::,." CD::';~r;':j::: l'drJ G¡;:¡LhH): Description: Recycled-content ceramic tile can contain up to 70% recycled gla.., Originally developed for high traffic commercial conditions, recycled- content tiles are very durable and wear well in residential applications. ~"=""w~··,·,,····,, . . .....-..". ..-....-......-..-----.-..-.-.-. App!ic¡:¡tion; Install recycied-content tiles wher- ever conventional tiles are specified. .-........-...-....... ..'.'"'"'.W'M,.,,=m BE'!neflt: Some reçycied"content ceramic tile is ver¡ dense which significantly reduces the amount of moisture and stains that are absorbed into the tile, making it more durable ¡¡md ~a5ier to maintain. 4· ¡ '~~i;~'.:!¡H :i{,:':~':~H¡:.\J : ì;'I ;·il;: :.:.,~ I:;; n:.~'IÇ¡:) t;;d i¡I¡¡ny~' ---_....._-~ Destrìptlöl'1: Natural linoleum is manufactured from natural material$ such as. cork and linseed oil. Unlike vinyl, linoleum does not contain petroleum-based products or chlorinated chemicals such as PVC, which may be a source of vac offgassi ng. There is also concern of byproducts such as cancer causing dioxins, which may be produced during the manufac- turing of vinyl. w._·~..···_···_··_·····_ Application: Use natural linoleum in place of vinyl flooring. 8en!;!fit: Linoleum is low-toxic, easy to repair, durable, and st¡¡:¡ìn resistant. Linoleum can iast up to 40 yeal5 whereas vinyl lasts typically 7-10 years. Dust, dirt-borne contaminants, and chemicals such as fertilizer and pesticides are tracked into the house on shoes. Using a doormat, or preferably leaving shoes at the door, reduces this source of toxic contaminants. A doormat is an easy and inexpensive method to reduce toxic materials that would otherwise be brought into the home, .\I\'"..,,",",""\I"""'^'\ Ingredients of Natural Linoleum (~ .0 < ~ f, ".- , ¡. I.i!i¡:ll".' li:,¡i ~ ;::¡¡};ji>,~ .....';-:.....,' '¡~111,. ';::: ..''1:'..','''' ,,' ,;,,:':: I" \ ï¡-"II \' ~W .. ,;1 , ¡;; !. , ~ >1, U ,\I j~1 :r>::'I'ì'r 1'1):1:(1 ;:,\ 1':; FiI"l1;;:I·~~',),;J rIÜf.'j" Description: For slatron-grode additions, the concrete Can be polisl1ed, finisl1ed with expan5ion joint$ in variOU$ patterns or stained with pigments to make an attractive finish floor. This õpproaoh i$ especiõlly appropriate for radiant, in~flDor heatíng systems. ApplieaHon: Use this approacl1 for finisl1ed basements or add itions on slab construction, Finisl1 must be designed and constructed wl1en slõb is being poured. ------.-.----.-..---- BCMfit: When using the slab os a floor finish, it eliminate$ tl1e need to USe otl1er flooring materials. It is durable and easy to ol..n and can b. used to hold piping for active rodi.nt floor heating or as a tl1ermal mass for passive solar l1eating. ;"j .~ #4I..H ,.' .,' I t. . .. ;,¡n. ~1~ {i ¡.f::i:!:::H::: P I:: ¡:;:'II'nnl· t:J Ir¡~'j t ìt\i'h:ri, t1'.l'1!'li"'V:::~C~,ò .....,".....","...",."""'",, """,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,.,,,,..,.,~.,..,~" DescriptiQn; Recycled-content carpet is made from recycled plastic bottles, recycled nylonlwool or recycled cotton. Recycled"cQntent carpet does not differ in appearance or performance and the price is comparable to conventional carpet. Some recycled.-content carpets include agricultural by.-products sucl1 as corn silk, Carpet tiles as well as broadloom are available. The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) l1as a Green Label Indoor Air Quality Test Program wl1icl1 labels tl1e VOC content of carpeting. '''',"'''''.'''' "'''''''''''' ,'",.w",.".",,,,.,'",,,,,,,.,"'.,.,.,.w ,,~~ ADP icatiQn~ Use recycled-content carpet in all applications. where conventional carpet is specified. Cl100se carpet tl1at meets or exceeds tl1e CR I Green Label requirements. Re:;ourç!¡l; WWW.(:i')rf1C/-F(ig.r:mn ~"-'''',''"..,,'"''''."~ Benefit: Reçyç led-content carpet ,aves resources c:lnd diverts waste from landfills. Approxi~'ately 40 Iwo.-liter soda bottles are recycled per square yard of carpeting. Recycled carpet is often more re$ilient and colorfast than carpet made from virgin fibers. I nnk for C;;Irpets th¡]t ¡¡~~et or f,!xç~ed.s th~ CHI ilrelf!n l,¡¡bel requiremerlb:i. Use low VOC, water-based sealants and low/no solvent adhesives when installing or refinishing flooring. When installing iaminate flooring, use glueless installation to minimize offgassing from adhesives. !\!\\'!\!\!O,',,!\!!' \!\!\!\",,",'!\!\!'WM\!\!"\\w!\!\!\"""·,' , """ ,,,,\,,,,,m\"\"I\"r,=¡"I\'~'W"\'\I"·"· - ~ ~ ~ ~ Z m C ~ " ~ ~ ~ o ¡¡ .. ~ '" ~ ~ " ¡;; c', ~ '" 1"1 . " ç y. ¡¡ " ~ ô ~ r 2 '" if' -" " ';1') z 9. f;; ~ ~ ",1 U ~ C ,', "~,I :¡ I I," .1" I. Summary of Green Building Benefits - ~ ~ w ~ w ~ ~ '3 ;; ~ ,. '~ ~ '" is ~ i " ¡¡ 46 ", 1. Recycle Job ~ite Construction and Dernolition W"stf! 2. S<llv<lgt! Rl2u~<lble Building Mi:Jl'~rii:\I~ J. Remod81 for Mixed USIJ, AdõlptivE! Reu~;ú ,1M Hi~tùr'i(; Pr'(~~('rv<.1tlon ..." Pr'üLi::ct N<1tiv0 Soil 5. Mi!limile Disruptiorl of Existing Pli!lnts ¡Hid 'Ire£J;; 6. Implemf!.nt COI1$trlH;:tioll Site Stpfmwç¡ter Practices 7. Protect Water Qu¡:¡I:ly with L<ll'Id5<.:apC Dúsign 8. Design Resource··Efficient landscapes ,¡¡ncJ G3rden.s 9, Rel.J~e Mat<::!rial$/lJ~t7! Re¡;ycled-Content M.ç¡terial!;> for L¡mdsci.\psArsrJ',; lQ, !n~t(lll High 1:ft'lciençy Irng,'Hion Systems 11. Provide for On-Site Water Çi;l¡çhment/Retention :.~ 1"\ :."¡':¡.:.(' 1. In(;()r'pOr'<:1l't H(~l~.If\.':k~(j nyMh in Cont:r'e'le 2. U~e Re(;y(;¡l'>d-Cönt~nt Ag,gr'ÐlfHe ::1, !11$ul.;¡i¡:; Foun(j,;¡tiOIl Rf;fore B~r;kfill i',:, 1. SubstiLute Solid S,\WI1 Lurnber with Engin<!crM LllmbCr 2:, Use FSC Certified Wood for '~r8mlng 3, Use WQod 1·'Joists for floors and Ceilillg~ 4. U:>~ Wf!:b FluOr' Trll~:;"'~ 5. O~~,igll Elll;!rgy Hep.l~ on Roaf TrI..!s::,es 6' or Mare 6. U~ Finger-Jointed Studs [or Vertic;.11 Appllcation~ 7. Use Engineered Studs lor Vertic2 ApPtlealiùr)~ 8. Use Recycled-Content Steel Studs tor Interior Fri!llTlirl~ 9. Use StructUfÇlI Insulated PAnel!';l (SIPs) 10. Apply Advanced Framing Techniques l], lis!;!; Rl;!claim~d l.umber fQr Non-Structur;:¡1 Appliçl'!tions 12. u~ ass fm Sllbtlam and Sh~¡¡thing BENEFITS RE'!dlJees fil'e~ !'iLJrE'! on l;:¡r1dlil::>. ~;avú(; ¡noney by reducing landfill f~e:;., ,jrid p!'ovìd~:S taw matenalf, for h~Wre building products. Redi.Jce!';l landfill deposits, der:~eases disþ0S<11 (:o:,t:o and $8VCf.; natural re:>öurCi¡S. DlvNt& demolition w~-¿.te, pre!:;erves nei~;,b{Jrhood ch;,¡ractcr ¿¡ntj conserves resource:>. Re.duce!:\ $tQf["l1 rl,lnoff, fel'tHizer and pesticide requirOffiêrHS, Imp~o\l/;,:5 wéJLOr qU~llity ~r\d ccnserlJe& irrigation W(ìter. Itelps pte'o'ellt soil erosion, 1'i18inlains existing sources 01 rJClLurr:jl tooling, divertS waste from landfill:;, Clnd i.\dds;j unique character to the community. Minirnizes erosio11 i:lnd w,llúr pollution, and prote.c!:¡; the Bay. Reduces the \l(Jlume of pnll\Jrp.d water flowing illta rivt:J!".:i Or tlH! Bay. Hel'ps conserve water, reuuc@:$ uSe 01 che.mlcals, and cre,¡¡te!:'> he~lthlcr soil and planb. ConSBrves natural resOurC8~; <.1M f:itrengthell5 ma(k!;!;t~ for rccyeledrMWial!). Reduces landscape w¡.Jter u~¡¡ /: nd lowcl';> w(!N~!' (:C!)t-¿.. Reduces the MM 10 u!i(' t.r(\,YlM, potable w,,.ter fQr lawns end gardens. Incr~( ses. the strength ¡md durability 01 Ltl~ concrete and rMucef., Hie <JITlOurllol cf.i!rnont rìtcde.d, Save$ mOIlf:Y, n;¡¡1.wal re50urces and energy. Reduces utility bills by mirlln\iiirìg heM los!:", Reduces demand for virgin lumber, i:=; stronger, straighter. ~nd more durable, E;.n!io\Jre!¡, lon¡¡-term avail<Jbillly uf þr~CIOlJe; woods, Uses 50% less wuud liMr. will not twist, warp or split, ~trnnE:er and Ií~Ncf tMIl :~xlOs or 2x] 2!:\ ançl ç;m !¡,pan gre¡]ter distC!1'1~e'S. Elit1'\inate~ w~!>tE:!. Reduces the pressure M old growth foreste;, AIIQ\II/'S lor lull insulé:lliorì around the 110ll!7>€, s.;¡ving energy ¡]nd money. Uses recycled·content m¡¡teri;;¡ls, is straightsI' ëmd str'l}r~ger than solid sawn studs, and elimin2 te5. (;rOr:Jk¡¡~1 willi:::, thereby reducing m¡¡terial waste. Engineered stUO!:ll'!r€ straishter, and will not deform, twis.t, .split or warp. They SélII8 wood tlY us.in? ':'I)"I(JII J(Jll1in¡::rted pieces. Steel r(:Wuce~ tile neeí1 'for wO(Jd and provides strong inl'éfior w¡jl\~, Redu(;~s. irìlïltr;,¡tion relative to fròm€ çQnstructiol1, is energy-eHiL:ièrìl, provides e:<cellellr 5(1)nçlprQofing, is erected quickly. ar~d ~wes wood by eliminating rnuctl ot the conv¡¡ntion('tl ff(!n)il1F: 1~lmbe(. Mak.es tl)(; home rnore ~nergy I.;'Jticie:nt, saves wood arid ~Mstr'ud.iQr) casts. It also allows lOr a hlgMf per(;ent(l~e of the wall to be insulated redllcing frame çonduction he<!t loss. Reduces resource co¡'i.~l.JrnNlon and landfill depQsit!¡" and is often ot hlgh0r QIJ('IIHy I'han new lumber. RBduce~ Lrle nûed tor large (j1¡;n)10ter Qld-growth trees, is as strong CIS tfaditional plywooíi :;heet material arid i~ ItJ[;~ expensive. - ~ ç ~ ~ ; ~ ~ ~ m m ~ m C ~ ~ ~ m ~ m ~ ~ ~ G, ~ 9 ~ ~ r o ~ ø c ~':, ", C . ,,, if' !~ T o "" :,IJ I' r~ ~ ~ . " - ',i::.:;"i:,'¡:; I.: ~. Use Sllf,t:;!j¡~abl€! D€!clc.in~,( Mater'lals 2. Use 'Tru~L!:!d Wö(Jd 'r1~,H Does Not ConMln ChrQmium or At"!'Ieniç 3. In~tall House Wrap Under Sidi(lg ..,. Use FibE:r-C!:!rnenl Siding Mi.1túrial::; J:, i:I¡~H1¡~ï i ~:I:,:¡ ~ ~ ~ w Z w ~ ~ z ~ ~ S m Z w w ~ ~ ~ " ~ ~ ~ :¡; :¡; " ~ 1. l!Îstall Wat8r He.:"J:lefJi:.'e:kûl 2, 1f1[;ljlate Hot and ÇOlt1 W:.'Iier Pipes 3. Retrofit ç¡11 Fi!LJcets and Showerlleads with Flow ReduGãrs -4.. Replace Toilets with Ultl'a-Law-F u~h Mùdúls 5. Ir\stall Crlloriné Filter em Srlöwi:!r'M"d!:> 6. Convert Storage to Tankles!'. Water He<:itsr 7. lustall Wat~r FilLration UnitS;j( r~u(;et!:> 8. Ins.tall On"De.mand Hot Water Çirçulation Pump L L';(;l;'~I'~t:,;'~) 1. Install Compact Fluorescent L.ight Bulbs (CFLs) 2. In!;>tall IC-AT Reces5ed Lighting FixLure-.:> with CFLs J. InMall Llgl\tlng (;OíltrOI$ 4. Install High Efficiency Ceiling Fall!) with CFl.s :': '.~ \\' .",\ (,~ z -, ",I C o ~ ~ w '" o I ~ f? ~":: z :0 ",I " :5 c' " "' 9 " ro ~ æ " 1. Irlstall Energy Star¡> Dishwasher 2. lii.st¡) I Wa:;hing: Mí:lC~lille with Water alld Energy Conservli!tion Ff,!çrture:s 3. In~tall Energy Star~ Refrigerator 4. Irlstell! Buill-In Recycling Center :",:"':i:,:;'I,ì-:-;", 1. Upgrade WiI!I and Ceiling Insul¡¡liùí\ tù Ëx.ceed Title 24 Hequif'ernellt'~ 2. Install Floor Insul<ltioll Over Cr<lwl Sp<.'lC~ 3 Install R~cyclod-CùnLent, hbct?,la% In5ul~1.i0n with No Added FC1rm¡¡ldp.hyc!l'! II,. Use Advanced Infiltratio1l Reduction ~(~(;ti(;ßS 5. USf::! CellulQs~ Insul<.1tiúrJ 6. tnst¡¡1I Alternative Insulation M¡jl(,]rial~ BENEFITS CorJtain$ røcycled-conte.nt rn\Hf:'.ri~ls, is mnrt'! durable and reducc:> demand for old-growth timbers. Reduces exposure to chrörnlufn ðl~d i\tsenlc, whiçh Are h¡¡rl11ful, p<lrtic- ularly to children who plflY on structures built with trc<lLed wood, ProteW' the hom!:! by diverting water ¡¡W¡¡y frIJ¡r\ Lhi!. wall cavity. 1,.As!!') longer, is fire-resistant, ¡¡nd roduC(!!!; mi\intenanœ Ç0stS. Reduces heat loss by 10% (on older ht':H'N~.) SðVES Msrty and wale~, ~ 1( rec, ¡Jce!'i water heating costs. Savûs water find is (! low ço:="~ Qption. Saves w~ter. Reduces çhlorine absorbed by skin. Savp,~ energy, is often quicker and more reliabllJ. Reduc.es c.ontaminants in water. Deliver Mt.wðlùr qu)(;ktr to fixture., 58:ving w.,:!ter and energy. Lowers energy bills r,mr,l reduçes need for em!rgy production, $I;IVeS energy ¡¡nd reduces thé amount ot rlcat lossleòilin. Reduces need For e¡ie11!:y c:Jr'H.1löwers ener~y bills, Reduces the r"18C!d 1o~ air conditioning, Save!) en~rgy. Reduçes water and energy LISe, ar\d lower~ utility t)III~, ~Jses. lesswater and énergy than I~onventio!la¡ top loading washers. Reduçe!') E'.n~rgy end ç¡¡n save over 10% on utiliLy bill. Makes it easy ¡lnd cOlwelîiéf1t lö r@cycle, Lowers utility bills, if'¡lprOV€!S comfort, deC(ea~e!;\ I1p.Ating and cooling needs ana makes horne quip-ter. L.ower~ IJtili'ty bills, improves CO!'n(-Ort, Reduces indoor ¡¡ir qLl~lity ptoblems d(le to formaldehyde bindérs, Md can c('lnt~in up in 30% ri;!cycled glass. RerlIIC~!,; drafts, and makes horT~é rnor0 €!n@rgy-eHicient. Increases ef1srgy-efficiency, Llses reçycl:;Ible. meterials, ¡¡nd cont¡ ins no formaldehyd~, Uses rec.ycled-contenl rn¡¡teri~ls and provides ::;lJp~riQr air infiltration res.istance. I, : ': i . ,'~ \' I ': ~' i" . ]" In.,t;;¡11 Energy-E.fficient Windo'''I~ 2. Install Low SHGC Window Film on Sil1gle,·GICI.ling ;:, ;:tr:;~,1 i::'!i'1 \::¡ ,'::';!. :'/:":;;': ;~'I:'I:: I'" :;i::I, i :1'1::: -:'~:¡\h\:' BENEFITS Ir'ltr~¡j::;lJs Ðn8rgy,·r,>llidcncy, <3nd provides li{reater comfort. Ht:!duces overheating, illlProves comforts and lowers the ne8d lor 8ddiíional cDoling. 1. Use Duct Mi:I:;;t.iç Q(1 811 Duçl' loids r¡¡prOV£$ ¡¡,¡door ¿; r quality, and keep$. the hOfl\e~ more cornfari'OIble ¿ I¡,¡stall Núw DuctworK witrÜr1 (;ü¡'¡(jltionM ';)P\)Cf; 3. Vent R;;mge HQ{¡(1 to HI~ Out.'5i~~~ 4. Clean all Ducts Before Ocçupancy 5. 1r1~tall 5óli:\r Attic r<Jr~ 6, Install Att'le Vent!l;¡¡tlotl SY~tClnf, 7. Install Whol!;'! HQIJ!'>t;! F¡:¡n 8. Install ScalM Combllstion furn<\c.es and Hot Water HeMf.!r~ 9, r~eplace Wall·,Molint~d LleGtrit' and Gas Heaters 10, !ns.t¡:¡1113 ~EER ::md 11 F.ER Qr Hi£her Air Conditionirlg with ¡:j Thermostaíic Expansion V;:¡lve (TXV) 11. 11i~;t~11 Air Condit.ionlllg with Non-HCre Refr'i~Wrr:IIIU> 1.2, In!';t;¡¡1I 90%. A'H"U~11 Fuel Uttlll.'jtinl"! U1i\~ienr,y (AFUf:) F\Jrnaçe 13. Retrofií Wood Burning Fireplaces ],4., In!itall ZOI1t:!d, Hydronic:, RMlant Hf:'.i'U'ing 15. Install HiSh Effiçiency Fil~er 15. Install Heat Reco\lsry Ventilation Unit (HRV) 17. Install Sep~rate Garage Exhau5t F~n ;''1, '::;; I ~ ~ ; 'I ::: II,;: ~;( :., ¡ ; :::,:,H·: :1','" :":i:: 1. Pre-Plumb fQr SQI¡¡r Water H€atif1g 2. I('¡stall $oll1r Water He~tlng 3. r·)~e·,WIr'e fOr fulurc PMto\'olhlic (/"IV) InMi¡ilatiofl 4. In!'>tall Photavoltaic (PV) Sy!;.tern 5. S81~(;t Só le è r1d Dur<ible Röú!ing M;)lcrkW; 6. 11l!i'tall R(I(!iant a..:Hri~r .; ii I ~ : ï ;:i,: ¡.¡ ii, ,;'~' 1, i;; 1 P, ,ii ¡ 1 ': ¡ 1 >"1 ¡i i ~: 1 ; ¡ , 1, Incorporate f)assive Solar Ileatinr. 2. Install OVI;'.rhangs or Awnings over South F'acing Windows 3. Plant Deciduous SI18Cie Trees on the We:,:.t :;¡n(! SOllth Side!'; Reduces energy IDS!'> and improves OGGup<\ril Cön'I[Or't, Improves indoor ~ir quality. Radtites dust iHOIJtld the l1Qu~e aft~r Qcçup~nçy. Incre:;!ses. comfor(' and reduce!'> air conditioning usa. Increases comfort and redllceS <'III' COMI,tloninQ; u.se, Rl:1duc~s eloctrlClty usage, and mO'.'es large volume!;; of i!ir to achieve comfort ~t higher íemperaíur85 without air tMditiùning. ImprovE!~1' indoor ¡¡ir quality, reduce::;. tM dMgi!l¡' of carbon r'\")ol1(l'~id¡~ contamination. R!;'!duçes fire hazard, savès energy é¡nd mprove~ Indoor air QlI:;¡lity. SiM!I!:i rnöni!lY ~nd £nergy, and reduce!) peak load problems. Reduces depletion of the ozonE layer. Reduces air emissions, cOsts I~s Lo Úpêr'ðte, and saves. fl~1Wri;ll resources. R8dllC€~ drMts, pollllWnt ¡),lrtlcu):¡¡te matter and the ¡:¡!110Urlt oJ he<.l! bken from the home. Saves sri€!rgy by only heating the lone that requires ht';!~t. M¡? kaS living ~p.)C~ Flcaltl'1lel, and re¡juçes rnicroparticlJlates fmm [he ¡¡ir. Improves in(1oor air q~J.¡¡lity and reduces energy_ Crseíes healthier irldOOr trIVir()l~rnerlts, Savas ¡!'\On0)' shollld a solar 5ý5tt';!111 be in.s:l:alled in the tuture. Rec!~lc€!5 the use of E:3S or ell>dricity, and pay back In as little æ 5f:Ven yea '!'¡. Allows installation of PV :system ir~ tt1c future. Décre~'6t 'S fl1liar1te on c~)lwen1iQn:i\1 power planí!:.. Rf.!(,1~lces t¡mdfill deposits <:Ind SClVSS mOriey on feplJ(;l:':ment CQM5. Keeps the wMI8 !ìùr'/j(:: (:O()It.~r by rei1ucins he¡¡.t bt,lild-up in attic Sp<:lŒS. Reduces heating r~quir'@r'r\0nt~ by 30-50%, S8Ve~¡ !;'!nE'.rgy and money. l1éd\JGC heat gain, m¿¡k'wiß tht';! home more comfortable 111 !';l.Il1lmer. Reduce SLlmrTH::r ilir-Cofldltioning costs. while providing numerous ber1!::l- fits to the ellvironmt';!nt. - ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ \1 " ~ m m ~ " " ~ z " ~ !:I ¡;: " ~ m z " c; ~ ~ " ~ ~ m r 2" t,~ ", Ô ~ T o :;;:: ::ö m ~ o '" c .t <:1 ,,,I - Ê .. ¡:; m " " " " ffi Iii;, :n:::f.¡,:',11 <:ili::'" '1,:1 ::"I":'I':'::¡ 1. Us!:! LowfNo-VOC Pi:Jilll 2. Use Low vac. W<.ìtCr-O<1S.c( Wood finishes. ~~. U~~ I owiNL1·VUe Adl1~r;iv~s 4. Use Salvaged Building Maleri¡:}ls ror If'ltfdrior Finish 6. U'.>(I Engineer-tO Sheet GOi)d$ wltl) No Added ForrIl('ll(lehy(1e 6. USê E:xtérior Grauø"Þlywood rot nle~W U~e~ 7, $e..¡¡1 all E::(po!;!ed P¡¡.rI;ir,lebo¡:¡rd or MDF 8. Use FSC Certified Materials for Interior Finish 9, Ih(: Finger·Joillte.d ()r Rp,cycled-Conté'!11t Trifn ~ Œ " ~ " S ~ ~ .. 10. Ir)!;\tall Whole Hnl,!$i'! Vaç~Jum S.\l5~~111 N. 1. Sal~(;l F5C Certified Wood floor'Ir1? 2. Use Rapidly Rénew<:¡ble Flooring Materials .J. Use Rét;y(;IM-Cor'ltMt Ceramic 'nil.:¡:> 4. Install Natural Linoleum in Place 01 Vinyl 5. Use Exposed Concrete as Finished Floor 6. Install Recycled-Content. Carpet with Low vacl> " 7 ~ ~ o o ~ w ~ w ~ o ~ [,!~ " t:: 7 ~ ~ º ~ ~ ¡,~ ~ 9 :5 w ," w ~ " BENEFITS Improvef) Indoor air Quality, r~duçes ~mog, and is healthier for in!>tallers and occupants. R0.duces smog and is healthier ['or installer's t'lr~d O(;Cup<1nts. ·¡rnwoves indOOr ~ir (¡ JOllity. and arc n~altl1ier for or-r;upant.'i (¡Ild i!1~¡jallers. Kee[jt.I¡~)II,Ja!)le ¡"t~~l,JfÇE!.!J OI,J~' of landfill. Reduces t!xposura to formãld"ÜlydC. provides r'(:\.I':;~'; of a former was~e prO(!(I(:~, Red\Jçes tormaldehyde eXPQ~lJre to oc(;upants. R\3duCBS êKþOSIIr'é of Mr'rntul emissions to ocr;lm.¡ln'tf~ M$lm::$ the longAerm a\lall.ability of preçiO~jS woods while protel::tir18 imcient, old-@:rO'Nth tOrest'!;. Uses rriaterii!ll r110re etritiently, Sãv0S money and re$O(lrr;es, ~nd is !:W(llghtí!r and rl10r€! stable than I::onventioni!ll claar wood. Expels dust outside the house, improving indoor ~ir q\.lahtv. Assur~s the long-term ClvClilabilily of woads Whil!f protectll~H <jlÌ~i¡;nt, old-groWth torests. I~edllce$. oem~nr1 fQr (lId-growth h¡;lrC:lwDod. Use~ r¡;cy~lt7!d-çQntent m,¡¡terials and is easy to mainl'ðirl. Redur;es e;:pO!;il,Jre to toxin!;;, is dur<lble, ãr'1d healthier 'for (~(;Cu~)!MlIr:; and insl'allers. ElirTlimJlé!; trle nelOld tor additional tlooring materials, is easy to maintain, and vary durélbté, Saves reSOUf(;t;':5, di\lert~ w¡¡ste from landtills, is more resil ionl and colorfast thM c<lr'þet m<::lde Irom vlr.e:1n fibers, Green Remodeling Illustrations II·, II: iIj " æ ~ " ......I!\ ; ~ 51 - I ::I !i' ~ " " w " " w w " " New Addition Considor tllO following green remodeling options in a new addition. Site · rìecycle Job Siw; Con~tr'é!clion (>1)0 (Jt~molition Wa!)te Sal\ls?;€.'. fleusable Rljildinr¡ MM,Nial~, .,. [)~~\ißn Re~()I]rç~·,FftiC;t;nt I ;;Ind!;r.apes and Gardens ... p(oviçlt; for O:l,·SIt~ Wðl'er CBt¡;hrneni' I Retenl'ion .,. Rernoo!':!1 fQr Mi)(~d U~.t':, M\'!P\l~ Reuse, and Hish::ric Preservation · 11~!:\tall Hieh Etficiel)cy Itri¡::;;¡'liOI"¡ Sy~;t~n1:5 · RÜlISú Mí1Œ:r'ii::115 or the Recyt:IC\J.,r))I\I,(~nt M.:1ter'lals for LalldscaPf! Areas .. I-'rut(.~tt Ni::1tive SI>il Mlnlrr¡ll.e Di$t'UDtion 01' L,¡.;I!:\ting rlants and Tre.;!!;. · Implement CúnstfucMn ~Ite Stormwater Proflctices Foundation Incorror~tt:! Reçydf!c:I FIYð~,h ill Concrete Use Recycled-Content ^,¡:¡,gre.f{.;1t€ for R(ì('.kfill Dr¡¡in¡::¡ge Insulat¡j r·'clIndaliur) B~f( r8 £3~cktïll Structural Frame ~ " c c " w ~ '" " c ~ ~ c ,. " 1,.1 " ::¡ :;~ co " ~ c ~ :J c Substitute: Solid %wn Lumber with F:nf,il1eer~d UJlT1!)p't Use f5C Certit'ied Wood lOr' Frarnin¡:¡: USe Wood I-Joists ~or Floors ¡HId Ceil1fl!þ U~u OSI3 lOr 5ub110úr éHHJ $twWling U~ hngcr-Joinlcd, lngine(~r(".i Of St.L?i:~1 St!Jds for Vertic;F,l1 Appli<::f,!'tions Use RetltllrT1l::!d Lurrlbe~ Use Web Floor Trusses Design Energy Heels on Roof Trusses 6" Or More Apply Advanced Framing TechnlqtlE!s '"""""""m"":.',"',"":I","',"',.1.\',"':::.I,'" Exterior Finish U! I;! $I)!}ti!in;:!ble DI;!çkil12 Materials l.he: Treðted Wood thõ=lt DQe~ Not CGntain Chromium or Arsljlllr~ lor' Df;cking cHid Silll-'lMcS U~e Flber-Cèr'rH:JIH Siding M~ll'rlf¡ lt> !nstall House Wrap Under Siding !!\I\""u""",:·;·II,, Plumbing Im,l.,I] Hot Wüh:r J¡¡cket Il'Isul¡.Itior~ w ~ " ',' Gör\'úrl SI{\ri:lÍ;'.Ú to rtll'~klc':;$ WÓ1túr t·te<)'lcr~ Insulilh.! Hüt ¡:.Hld Cüld W<:ItlÒ:i Pip!::!:> Rútrü!il all FdLlCl:.'ls ,HlU Sr1lJwl'r'ltCi.,u5 with [:101'1 f~educers R\.!plëlc~ Toil¡,jls with UILri:J-L(Jw-~'lúw Modùls Irlst¡:¡1I Cl110rine Filter or1 Showertls¡¡d Install Water Fillr:¡¡tion Units at F'¡¡ucets: Install On-Demand HQt Waip.( CircLllatian Pump light c;oloT~iJ 40-Y~<'IT compDslÌlon sll1l1gles -."...-'............ ~ -'ii'l1<TiII11.1.~"'I',I.,I:JoI...L...,.'..~~ I,,'"~ ~.'JIIIj. j. II!I.mmml~II.IIIÞI. ~:IIilI.lllnlÞllllf\lllIl..~~',III~ .1M.,,'l.i¡fiaTh'NlIIII;.III'I.'f:IIII_ ,',. ~ .IiW!!!I.T II"I1iT1.'I------' .:JII'Ji'DI.""""""'~' ""I~"'1I1rTi1""h""""''' Electrical Ins.tall Compact. Fluor~~t()r~t LiW~t ¡3ulb& Ins.t¡¡1I Lighting ContrtJls Ins.t:¡¡1I High Efficiency ().:iling F1W, with Cfl..~, In::.tallln~lJlation-CDl11patil:Jl!:!, Alr..Tlglll Retú~.;:;('d Liehting Fixtures with CFLs Op.~f<Hle to double 1'::Illa, low-Ewmdcw flbe1 camRll1 !i. rhl1~ ~ 'II ~... ·1··. ..... ../:)--..".~,.,",.".".,.,'-,,~ rteçy¡;la¡:l"f.1)1111!111 tl1~III::¡llnn with IIU iJlldt:d IUlltI'lllh:hþld(; Insulation Upgr:::!de W<JII i:lnd Ceiling InsLlIi:llion to E;¡;ceed Title 21\ Requirerni:rr\ls Insti:lll Recycled-Co!ltent Fibergl:::!s!> Insulðlion with No Adocd FO¡"l)1<ìldchYde . USe A<1\(:arìtCl~ 1!'1liltr,ÜI(Jf¡ RMut.tiö '1 f'r<."1l':t,il':c:o Use Cellulose lr1sulõltiürr Irdõlll Floor InsLlI:::!tiol1 Over Crõlwl Space Windows 1r1!>tall Energy-EfticienI'WiniiQW!> Install Low SQlar Heat Gain Coeftiçient Window Film on $ingle-GI~2:ing Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Use Duel M¡}:';lit. ún ~II Ouc!. Jolnt& !n!;;tall New Ductwork within Conditior1éd Sp¡)cè In'!¡t:¡!11 90% or Greater Efficiency G<I!> Forced Air Furrl< (~t: Install Attic Ventilation Systems or SOl<lf Attic F;.m CI!'.':m illl Ducts Before Occupancy Install Whole House Ftll'l Replace Wall-Mounted Eledric <!rld GiiI:> Hœtcrs Witt1 Heat Pumps Install Zoned, Hydronic, Ri::ldiant H~ó ling Retrofit Woad Burning Fireplaces Inst;:¡1I Heat Recovery Vel1liliJtion Unil (HRV) l¡1st.a1l High I;,ftiçiency Filter 111~*,1I l~~ SEER and 11 EER (or higher) Air Conditioning wilt, Non HCrC RiO!lrigu 'ant with a TXV IntOti:'lll Seale.d Combustion Units ¡\¡\¡¡\¡\¡""¡\',!\¡\,\¡\ Renewable and Solar Energy Pt"t;-Plumb Dr Inst¡¡1I Solar Wat!:!r Healing Sy~tern Pre-Wire or Install Photovoltaic (PV) SyslÐr'T\ IIÌ~t.111 Hadi(!llt Barrii)( S12dect Safe and [)\lr~l)le Roofing Mi!~erials ",,,,,,,\,,,,w,'\r""·'\"(\'\" ·""·'!\"\'I·,"""'I""\"II"II"\lIImOUI'" Natural Heating and Cooling Incorpar;:¡ta PCls~ivl.J Sölar HC<."1tíne · lrish.ill Ovcrharl]!!s úr AWlllnss over $olJth F¡=..çing Windows Plant DOciuLluus Shado Trees over the West al1d South Sinp.!:; Indoor Air Quality I Finishes · U!'.e low/No-VaC Paint · Use Low vac, Water-Ba!>ed Woad Finishes · Use Low/No VQC Adhesives · Use Exterior Gradf.! PIY'^'(X'1d for Intf!:rior Uses U.se fSC Certitïed Mat,el'lç¡ls for Interior Finish $e:¡¡l (.III Exrased Particleboard or MDF Use FlIlger Jointed or Recycled-Content ['rim Use Salvaged Building Materil;ll'!¡ fQr Interior Finish LJ~c t:n~irreered Sll~f.!t GOQ!;!S, wit,h No Added Formaldehyde Ini>tall WMle House V()cl.l\.un SY~lem Flooring Selec:t FSC Certltil:!(J Woo(1 Flooring Use ~'~iH)i(1Iy R~n~w~blE! Flooring Materials U::;!.~ ¡"¡ecYCIe(H~oJ'ltE!nt Ceramiç Tile JrrS'tall N,fJhJr:;.1 Linoleum in Place of Vinyl US~. Exposed Conçrete 8!;i Finished Floor Install Reçycll';!d,-Cnl1tent Carpet with low VOCs - '" ,. ~ " § '" m ~ ~ ê ~ ~ " ~ ¡; z ~ " ~ ~ ~ c r' '" :2 " " C " '" " '" V' ." o ~ I o " ::1:! r\'l ~ '" '" " z " - Second Floor Consider tile following green remodeling options in a second floor. ~ z .. ~ ~ ~ " " z ~ w o o ¡¡¡ ~ z w w " " ''''1'''''''''''\1\1\1'''· Site Rer:ycle Job Site Construction and Dt!rTIOliliu¡'I Wi.1~t(: Salvage Reusahle Building Materials Implement Construction Site Stormwater Pract.ices ""''II'' Structural frame Substitute Solid Sawn Lumber wilh Eflginél::n:d L.ur"T'\tJcr USE;! FSC Certified Wood for Framing lJ!';t:! Wood I-Joists for Floors and Ceilings Use OSB for Subfloor and Sheathing Use Finger-Jointed, Fngineered or Steel Stud::; tur Vúrtlcal APþ i(~(jliùr\~ Use Web Floor Trusses " ~ ::::; I," ~ Q ~ r;¡ ~ w '" Q ~ ~ "' ~ w z :;,:, 1,.1 " 5 '" Design Energy Heels an Roof Tfll!;ses bn or Mör'e Apply Advi.Jm:uo F"r',\n'!ing T8Cl)nlQUtS Exterior Finish U~e Trp.¡¡tI?:O Wood thM Dœs, Not Contain Chromium or Arsenic lor DL'Ckrn(:(: tlfld Sill J-'1<:1tus USe ·:ibcr·,Cefnf.'rll Si(Jinf, MMer'lals In~tall Hou~ Wr'.1U Ullde[ siding ~ " ~ " 00 Plumbing In~jul~W: Hot ,\M CoirJ Watct Pipes In$L;:11I ctjllJrln~ I' iltcr on SI)(lwerhead In:;lall W<.Jkr :¡:lr,Hion Unìb;:jt Faucet:; 1!I::;tall On-D(:'>rT1iHld Hut W,llúr Circulation rump . w w oc " Electrical ¡r1st~11 Cornpð8t Fïuorescellt Light Bulb!'> (r.FL,s) !(¡stolll Ligtllln(" r;o!)!tols Inst.all High Ellil"iøflc~ C8ilir1g f"élr\S with Cr:Ls. In::;l,:l11 Irl::;ul¡¡llorl-Compatibll::!, Air'-lîr,ht Hecc%ed Up;htlnr. Fi)(tllr';~~, with r.FL.s Insulation 4(1 yp..)~ c;olT1 lo:¡:IIIOI1 rQl)fmK .1,IJiJi1r:11,III,I<I,.f.l1.............. 'I"~ 1!I!IImI!I!IB--.-' - ~. '. ~, I,' \\\ .:ilII1"'.":I"'''''I~[jlln_ a311_<UII~"'II""'" Upgrade WiJlI õll1d Ceilirl(; lr¡sul¡Hion to Ëx(;(:(lu Title 24 ReQLJiremel"!t~ Jnsti:llll1.f!¡;y(; l,jrjnContent Fibe(p'lð~,R II'1!;ulation with No Add€.d Formi!ldehyde Use Cellulose and Other AITerllative InSlIli.1lioll Install Floor Insulation Over C~¡ wl S[J~l"1.J il:;" ,'I Erlgllleare-LI w[ []d I-j[]lst ,,;(' T.....·.········..·,'···..·..~...................... ":\' . I I"~, ' , I, .....--.lllrn'TIrm....I'iI1TII.:IIRTlI.,...., Inl rmT1I .~lj'l~mßl1-----....-..... 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'" In~tall High Ff içi~Il(:Y Ceilins; F.;lns with CFLs .,. W.t,;:¡11 In:-:.ul;itiOIl-CQmp¡¡tible. Air-Tight Recessed Lighting Fixtures :2. z :::¡ ~ Q ~ <,' " ~ g " ~,~ " ,,' ~ :"r- " Insulation Upgr<ldf"> Willi ¡Mid CÚllin,g In~lIl¡,jLil)n tù Exç~ed Title 24 RequirE;!ments '" 11l!-;1"i!1I Reçyçled-Conlenl" Fiberglass Insulation wiltl Nö Addot.l ¡':'Or'rmldf.:lhyde Use AdvarlCed Infiltration Reduction Pr¡Jclic~~ Use Cellulose and Olher Altefni!lti\f8 Insul¡)[iòri Install Floor Insulation Over Cri!lwl 3þ¡¡ce ·"""""'··""'r~··"'·""'·a <ii. ,¡II T .",... _":I.III~II. .. 111"-----'" Windows Install Enerp,y'FfficiC:!nf Windows Insl<:111 Low $olar Ht;¡¡t. (ìi'lill Co~Fficient Window Film on Single-Glazing )\\',',)\,1)\,' Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) U::;ø Duct Masti'c on ;'III Duct Joints Install New Dw.::twor'k within Conditioned $p¡¡çe Clean all Duds B~rùr~ Occupancy Install Sealed CDmbusti{)r~ Units In5t¡:¡11 High Efficiency Filter .,..... .. . , , , I ~.. ,,,' ,:::1 '''.<'',:", .IiN1Jm.'''II..mlr.l.'i .iJ:lIIII-------' - ~ D ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 8 ~ r ,. ~ " r ~ ~ ~ " Ultt<l-LDW-Fh.lshtl:ltlét T " ::1"1 ~ '" 2 ~ j:::" Q ~ " ç ~ ,,, [::. Flooring USe Hecycled-Content Cer(llTIlf. 1ile Install N¡¡tural Lir\Oleum in PI<:!ce 01 Vinyl Use Exposed Concrel'e i:lS Firlistwd Floor' In~taJI Rli;!çycled-Cantent Carpet wilh Loll" VOCs '" ø Ö ~ ::r: g '" '" 1"1 ê; ~ ~ > " Indoor Air Quality I Finishes Use Lowl No-VaC and Formaldehyde-Free Paint \)!51'; low VOC, W(1W-R¡:Isl';~; Wood Fini'$he!:i U~0 Low/No VOC Mhef,lve8 U~'>r) (¡([trior Gr'~dl:: t·'tyw(1(Jd lOr Il'Iler'ior' U~es USE! FSC Certified Maleri<lls for InteriOr FïT1i~;l-l S<:;jl <llIl~¡.)U:>(~(j P¡).r'li(,~I()b(n~r( or MOl" Using Fin~Nr JomtecJ or F<ecjlcle<j..Content Trim U~C Salì'~gú(j l3ui:ding Matcnal~ for Inter'il)f hnlsh Use Enf!.ineel(~d Sheet Goou:> with No Adde~1 f7(J(mðldeh'~dt;! - Kitchen Remodel Consider the following green remodeling options in a kitchen remodel. Site ~IXYGI~¡ Job Sill' GOllslrudlon ~jlÌ(1 Demolition W,;¡Me S,¡IVi.lge RelJs¡:ÚJI~ M¡¡h:1riiJl~ Plumbing Insulate ¡'·Iot and Cold Water Pipe',> RetrDfit ;:¡II Faucets with Flow Reduc!.Jr:; InstAll W?ter Filtration Unit5<lL F"i.ll:cds '" In!itall QI1-Dell1i:1nd Hot Water Cin:Lllütiofl pUl'nµ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ J " ~ " ~ I!: o " w '" Z w w '" '" "«\ii!"""""\''''."", , ,....,-,,,..,,,,.,,"'.... Electrical In:òló111 GorTlp<Jd F'ILlùmSc('r'1t Light Bulbs Install Lig11ting CeJrllrols Install High Efficiency Ceilirlg FOIr'I~ wiLh CFÜ InstalllnsLllatian-Cornpi.lliblo. Air-Tight Re(;c~sed Lightln¡:¡ FI)\tlirt:"~~ \'ii\!\!\"!\""""'!\" Appliances . Install Lnergy Star¡ ¡ Di:òlrl'l'aslìer . Install w.aU\ing Machin() witl1 Water ~nd Energy Consf!ruation Ff!ntlJres InM¡¡1I Fnergy St¡:¡!"'" Refrigf!r<'!tar Install Uuill-In Hec}lcling Center '!\\'\!\!\!\!\\'''''V\!\' Insulatiøn " . -, ',.1 ~ o ~ ~ '~ ~ T ~ '2 ~ ~ . ':.J " :5 '" ·0 ;: c .:J. ~ ~ Upgrade Wall and Ceiling InslIl¡¡tilJli 10 Ex(:eed Title. 24 f<equirernent In5tall Hecyc1ea"Cot1tent Flberp;I( :¡.~ 111~1;IAti(Jn with Nç¡ Added Formaldehyde Use Advancf!d Infiltr<!tion Reduc;tilJr'll-'ri.\tLicc',; Use Cellulose and other Alterr1<.JLivt In:;u!<.\lIon Install Floor InsulatiDn Over Crawl SPi:.)C8 "\\!\I\I\.'I\\!\I\"I\",',' Windows In~h\ 1 Lne~eV·,I::t'(I<:ient Window~ 1,,[;lall Low s.olar Heat (lain Coefficient Winnow Film on Singlf!-GI.azing "'I\'I\'",,!!,\\' ~ ~ "' <.~ Heating, Ventilat;on and Air Conditioning (HVAC) U:;I: Dud Mí ~lic on all Duct Joints Vent Range Hood to the Oubd¡,! In!>tall Sealen Combustion Units In::,tafl HiHh E;,ffiçiency Filter Natural Heating and Cøoling In~;I¡.j11 oVldd1¡jngs 01' Awnlng~ OvCr South f"aci(lF; Wmdow~ f' ðt"1t l)/:)cldUOll!;ì $rl,\oe î'ief:!s 1)11 the Wf!!;;t Ç!lld South Sides ~.........'...... " :',' 1, ":'? :':':,'" ' ....---. ~ ,. T SlIslalll¡:¡ble fl( utlll~ wlm Low/No 110(: Ä/lhp':~lvp.!; Indoør Air Quality I Finishes Use 1,.ow/No-VaC Paint Us€ Low VOC. W\~t0r-Ba!;;ed Wood Finishes U~é Low/No Vac !\dt1,*¡ive.5 Use [¡¡terIO( Grade f~l}'wo(ld 'fQr Int\!rior Uses Use FSC Certified M<ltBr'I<:lI:ò rOt Interior Finish Se¡¡1 .,11 E~p{J!:;ed Particleboard or MDt; t)!'iing Finger Jointed or Recycled-Contùnt lrim LJsP. 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