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Constructing Green Buildings

This article explores methods for constructing green buildings with a focus on careful site selection and energy conservation strategies. It discusses the integration of renewable energy solutions, such as solar panels and wind turbines, alongside water conservation techniques, including xeriscaping and rainwater reclamation. Utilizing innovative indoor environments like air-to-air heat exchangers and light sensors enhances comfort and efficiency. It also examines why more companies don’t embrace green building practices despite the benefits of reduced operating costs and improved occupant productivity.

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Constructing Green Buildings

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  1. Constructing Green Buildings

  2. Careful Site Selection • Minimize impact on the surrounds.

  3. Energy Conservation • Solar Panels • Wind Turbines • Solar hot water heaters • Ground-source • Greenpower

  4. Water Conservation • Landscaping irrigation • Xeriscaping • Rainwater reclamation • Low flow fixtures

  5. Storm Water Management • Bioretention Cells • Cisterns • Permeable Concrete

  6. Indoor Environment • Air-to-air heat exchanger • Light sensors • Blinds with sensors • Insulation • In-floor heating

  7. Green Building • Arlington Virginia – Potomac Yard

  8. Corporate Green Building • Wal-Mart McKinney TX • Turbines • Bio-fuel boiler • Solar panels • Xeriscapting

  9. Discussion Question • Why don’t more companies construct green buildings? • Remember • EPA says that green buildings • Reduce operating costs • Improve occupant productivity • Enhance and protect biodiversity and ecosystems.

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