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Background and
Overview - Introduces the importance of resource
efficient construction or “green building” practices for builders,
designers, architects and pollution prevention assistance providers.
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Green Design - Describes considerations for the pre-design, site analysis and
building design phases of residential construction.
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Affordability
- Discusses consumer preferences and trends; includes information to
help builders manage costs, market resource-efficient homes and find
assistance. |
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Green Products
- Defines and gives guidelines for choosing and using “green” products. |
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Energy
- Describes environmental and financial costs of home energy use, design
considerations, and guidelines for achieving energy efficiency. |
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Water Use
- Describes impacts on water quality and quantity resulting from
construction and occupancy; includes guidelines for conservation and
protection. |
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Indoor Air Quality
- Describes common pollutants and how to maintain air quality for the
comfort of workers and home occupants.
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Solid and Hazardous
Waste - Describes ways to effectively reduce and manage
solid and hazardous waste produced in residential construction. |
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Codes and Standards
- Describes building codes, standards and guidelines available for
“green” design and construction; includes links to organizations
providing standards. |
