An interesting historical review of how indoor air quality and energy conservation have been related through the centuries and how new green thinking is tying them closely together again.

Produced by:  Air Quality Systems, Inc.
Original Publish Date:  2006
URL: www.aqs.com

This White Paper focuses on the details of the primary certification programs for Green Building Products.  With the demand for green products rising exponentially, how can architects, contractors and developers understand the various programs, thier benefits and nuances.

Prepared by:  Air Quality Services, Inc.
Original Publish Date:  2009
http://www.aqs.com

This article by the Facility Engineering Association discusses how to benchmark facility water use and reviews measures that can be implemented to improve overall water efficiency.   With commercial buildings responsible for 88% of all potable water consumption, this is a vital issue.

Prepared By:  Facility Engineering Association

Original Publish Date:  Fall 2008

The American College and University President's Carbon Commitment has positioned American higher education to take a leading stand on combatting climate change and determining ways to do so efficiently and (hopefully) profitably. This paper overviews the details of the President's Commitment and what is required of those university leaders that have signed the pact.

Prepared By: Facility Engineering Association

Original Publish Date: Spring 2008

An overview by the US Environmental Protection Agency on the details of wetland permitting and the role of the Army Corp of Engineers in this process.

Produced By:  US Environmental Protection Agency

Original Publish Date:  April 2005

An overview of the EPA's Construction General Permit as it relates to Stormwater run-off and management under the Clean Water Act. 

Produced by:  US Environmental Protection Agency

Published:  April 2005

A Powerpoint by the Director of the US Environmental Protection Administration's Energy Star Commercial and Industrial Branch. It overviews the program, its successes to date, the benefits to commercial building owners and consumers and how the US Government and in particular the EPA are supporting the program.

Produced By:  ENERGY STAR Commercial and Industrial Branch, Climate Protection Partnerships Division, US EPA

Author:  Jean Lupinacci

The Michigan-based UFCW Local 951 was designed for the future taking sustainability into consideration from day one.  Benefits of the new Union Hall, which recieved LEED-NC certification include:  40% reduction in water usage, 50% of all construction waste diverted from landfill, 42% of project materials locally manufactured, daylight provided for 96% of al lndoor space.

Produced by:  Catalyst Partners

By developing a comprehensive environmental performance program that evaluates every level of business, this world class company has saved hundreds of thousands of dollars by trimming energy consumption while reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases at locations in 22 countries.
CO2 emission reductions: 10,000 tons annually

Produced By:  Clean Air, Cool Planet

Predating the LEED standard, Stop & Shop started working on ways to decrease thier energy usage in the 1990's.  This case study by Clean Air Cool Planet tells the story of the Foxboro, MA pilot store in which Stop and Shop was able to reduce energy costs - which are astronomical in grocery stores - by 30% and serve as a best practice for the chain, and its parent company Royal Ahold, moving forward.

Produced By:  Clean Air, Cool Planet

Produced For:  Stop & Shop

A LEED Gold case study overviewing the exciting water saving solutions available to developers of new projects.  Key product highlighted - Cube3 Ultra High Efficiency Urinals.  Especially important in desert cities like Las Vegas.  Benefits:  36% water savings, 80% reduction in water compared to traditional urinals.

Produced By:  Caroma and Souther Nevada Water Authority

Produced For:  Molasky Corporate Center

This detailed case study reviews a point-by-point assessment of how Mass Maritime received a GOLD LEED certification for their new dorms on their Cape Cod campus.  The dorm is the first net-zero carbon emission dormitory on the planet.   PUBLISHER's NOTE:  Having been to this campus, it is truly a model in sustainability, with an enormous wind turbine, all outdoor lighting provided via solar panels, solar panels on all the dorms, etc.  The authors of this document note that the vast majority of the LEED points they received cost no additional dollars.  Very impressive example of committment and planning.

Developed By:  Erland ConstructiChuon

Author:  Chuck Vaciliou

A solid powerpoint presentation providing an overview of LEED, the key criteria of the program, the cost/benefit scenarios, and a number of examples of LEED projects in the Maryland public school system.

Prepared for:  Maryland Energy Administration

Prepared By:  Sustainability Design Consulting, LLC

Original Publish Date:  May, 2007

Although a few years old, this insightful White Paper takes an in-depth look at the incremental costs - both hard and soft - of developing a LEED certified building.  Although primarily focused on costs, the authors do provide insight into the benefits and savings related to a LEED project as well - which is after all, why we are doing them.

Prepared For: The American Chemistry Council

Prepared By:  Northbridge Environmental Management Consultants

Original Publish Date:  2003

The new major league baseball stadium in Washington DC proves that good design and sustainability can go hand in hand.  The project has gained LEED Silver certification and resulted in 15% energy savings, 35% less water us and 83% of construction debris diverted from landfill.  Now they just need a good team.

Produced By;  US Green Building Council

This LEED Platinum community center serves as the information and resource center for prospective residents of the master-planned Del Sur community in San Diego, CA.  The project benefits include:  89% of all demolition debris recycled, 100% of building offers direct views of outdoors, 65% energy cost savings.

Produced By:  US Green Building Council

This case study examines the Greensboro, North Carolina Proximity Hotel - the first hotel in the nation to achieve LEED Platinum certification.  Benefits to the developers and owners include: 39% less energy use, 34% less water use and 87% of construction waste diverted from landfill.

Produced By:  US Green Building Council

This case study reviews the development of Toyota's new South Campus Headquarters, which was developed to consolidate several employee divisions into one area, reduce occupancy expenses, and provide future flexibility.  This LEED Gold certified project generated myriad benefits, including: $400,000+ in annual energy savings, 94% less potable water demand and 95% of construction waste diverted from landfill.

Produced By:  US Green Building Council

This Case Study overviews the development of America's first LEED certified US embassy, located in Sofia, Bulgaria.  The project has resulted in benefits including a 30% reduction in energy usage and a 21% reduction in water use.

Prepared By:  US Green Bulding Council

This case study reviews the development of the new Bronx Library Center.  The development received a Silver LEED certification with benefits including:  90% demolition debris recycled, 20% energy savings, 80% of wood is FSC certified.  And it looks great.  Check it out.

Prepared By:  US Green Building Council