Green Design Strategies

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M A Y 2 0 , 2 0 0 9
Green Design Strategies
FOR NEW AND EXISTING PUBLIC LIBRARIES
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Richard DAmato AIA LEED AP
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BULIDING SUSTAINABLE LIBRARIES
Why Go Green?
Passive Green Strategies
Aggressive Green Strategies
Green Partners (LEED)
A Green Case Study
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Why Go Green?
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why go green?

• Global population more than tripled in the 20th
  century. (ULI)
• From 1930 to 1999, the worlds population rose
  from 2 billion to 6 billion people. (ULI)
• The U.S. population is projected to grow from 260
  million, in 1998, to nearly 400 million by 2050.
  (ULI)
• Arguably, more people means more cars, more
  buildings, and more land consumption.
• During the 60s and 70s, awareness grew
  regarding significant declines in air and water
  quality. (ULI)

Americans extract 3,700 billion gallons of water,
per year, more than they return to the natural
water system to recharge aquifers and other water
resources. (USGBC)
Taking more then we give back
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B U I L D I N G S
why go green?
65.2 of Total U.S. Electricity Consumption 36
of Total U.S. Primary Energy Use 30 of Total
U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions 136 Million Tons
of Construction Demolition Waste in the U.S. -
Approx. 2.8 lbs/person/day 12 of Total U.S.
Potable Water Consumption 40 - 3 Billion Tons
Annually - of Raw Materials Used Globally
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what is green design?

• Design and construction practices that
  significantly reduce or eliminate the negative
  impact of buildings on the environment and
  occupants
• that address
• Sustainable site planning
• Safeguarding water and water efficiency
• Energy efficiency
• Conservation of materials and resources
• Indoor environmental quality

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benefits of green design

• Reduce operating costs
• Reduce or neutralize first costs
• Enhance asset value increase profits
• Optimize life cycle economic performance

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benefits of green design
The building needs to take advantage all the
things that are free sun for daylighting,
prevailing breezes, water and the California
climate. Create a building unlike its
neighbors, that knows where the sun is. Added
value without added cost. Sustainability will not
automatically add cost.
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green design and libraries
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green design and libraries

• Does the city or county with which your library
  serves mandate a green design strategy for new
  construction or renovations?
• Are there currently any public buildings in your
  community which demonstrate an environmentally
  sensitive design approach?

Questions?
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Passive Strategies
NEW AND EXISTING LIBRARIES
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collection of recyclables
What Gets Recycled?
Paper Aluminum Plastics Glass

• made from a renewable resource, trees

• recycled indefinitely
• energy saved from one ton 10 yrs. electricity
  for typical home
• 95 less energy to recycle then to make new

• accounts for 11 of all municipal solid waste
  in the U.S.

• saves energy

Buying recycled . . . closing the loop.
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C A R P E T
materials

• Recycling your old carpet
• Using carpet tiles rather than rolls
• Fiber density and durability
• Choosing colors and patterns that reduce ware

keeps it out of landfills
aid in spot replacement and longer life
choose based on traffic
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L I N O L E U M
materials

• 100 Organic Materials
• 100 Recyclable
• Longer Life (30-40 years)
• No Harmful Off Gassing

renewable/ biodegradable
all individual ingredients are recyclable
less replacement issues, more durable
low voc content in material and adhesives
. . . the best environmental choice is to use
carpet only where necessary
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P A I N T
materials

• Low VOC Content
• Lead Free
• Mold and Mildew Resistant

less off gassing
child safe
products and materials contain agents which
inhibit the growth of mold and mildew on the
surface of the paint film
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WINDOW FILM
reduce solar heat gain
reduce solar heat gain by as much as 65

• hvac reduction
• light control

. . . stop the heat before it enters the building!
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OCCUPANCY SENSORS
energy reduction

• Percent of the time the space is empty
• Private Office 53
• Storerooms 56
• Meeting Rooms 66
• Restrooms 70

Keep the lights off when nobody is in the room
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DIMMING SYSTEMS
energy reduction
Responds to Availability of Natural Light
E N E R G Y S T A R A P P L I A N C E S

Smart choices for Refrigerators Ovens Dishwashers
Computers
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OPERATIONS
energy reduction
Review performance of mechanical systems to
verify that they are operating properly
Maintain indoor air quality by installing and
replacing filters for all intakes and
re-circulated air
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TASK LIGHTING
energy reduction
Utilize task lighting in individual work areas to
reduce the amount of ambient light needed.
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GREEN HOUSEKEEPING
operations
Smart Products / Smart Practices
Disposable paper products are 100 recycled
content with a minimum 30 post consumer
recycled content manufactured without
chlorine Low voc (volatile organic compound) H2
Orange is used for cleaning common areas and
offices Rags are made from ruined linen
Green Housekeeping is not just the selection of
environmentally preferable products. It is a
whole program, which includes the involvement of
the building users, the evaluation of cleaning
practices and equipment, and training for all
personnel.
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PAPER VS CHINA
operations
Use china or bio-disposable dinnerware in the
staff areas , buy reusable instead of disposable
goods
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well being
Institute a non smoking policy for interior as
well as exterior spaces. Use phosphate free
fertilizer When waxing floors, use a metal free,
phthalate free finish and ventilate the
space Create places of respite within the
building to connect with nature Minimize or
eliminate the use of mercury containing
equipment. Prohibit vehicles from idling near
air intake systems or entry doors
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social responsibility
Institute an environmental-preferred purchasing
program and have a disposal policy in place for
items that are not cradle to cradle
products Support the community- buy local and
utilize local services whenever possible Recycle
computer peripherals, electronic equipment, and
batteries. Create a take-back program for end of
life management
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reduce emissions
Provide incentives for carpooling such as
preferred parking for staff
Provide inviting pedestrian access ways
Encourage alternative vehicle use
Provide adequate, well located and well
lit bicycle parking areas for patrons as well as
staff
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education
Providing sustainable educational Opportunities
for a community to learn about smart green design
and sustainable design practices
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green design and libraries

• Does your current facility incorporate any
  sustainable design or operational strategies such
  as trash recycling, battery collection, or local
  resource buying?
• Is the main objective of the development of a
  green library design strategy in your community
  to save or minimize operational expenses?
• Is the main objective of the development of a
  green library design strategy in your community
  to save energy and conserve natural resources?

Questions?
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Aggressive Strategies
N E W L I B R A R I E S
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SOLAR GAIN
building orientation
A building must know the location of the sun.
S O U T H
N O R T H
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SOLAR SHADES
reduce solar heat gain
Filter the sunlight before it reaches the
building facade
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COOL ROOF
reduce solar heat gain
reduce solar heat gain by as much as 75
A cool roof systemone that reflects solar
radiation and emits thermal radiation keeps a
building cooler and helps reduce air-conditioning
costs. Researchers at LBNL and the Florida Solar
Energy Center (FSEC) have measured cooling
energy savings of up to 60 percent for individual
buildings where white roof coatings were applied
to dark roof systems.
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daylight strategies

• Daylight Harvesting
• Internal Control of Daylight

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LANDSCAPE
water use reduction
Xeriscape
Drought tolerant Indigenous landscape
Loose The Turf!
preserve water lower maintenance costs
Reclaimed Water
Water re-use
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LOW FLOW/ NO FLOW
water conservation

• Conserve water
• Save on life cycle costs
• More sanitary

saves an average of 45,000 gallons per urinal,
per year
no installation, maintenance, or repair cost of
flush valves, handles, sensors, or water supply
piping
flushless, touchless, and drier conditions
contribute to healthier indoor environments
future generations will appreciate your water
conservation efforts.
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water treatment
Bio Swales
help to remove silt and pollutants from surface
runoff
Green Roofs
Help to minimize storm water runoff
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LIGHT FIXTURES
energy reduction

• T-8 Fluorescent Lamps

• T-8 vs. T-12
• 40 - 60 savings in energy
• 30 - 50 return on investment

Reducing the lighting load can also reduce the
HVAC load

• Indirect Lighting

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building materials
Making Sustainable Choices
Recycled/ Recyclable Local Manufacturers Organic/
Natural Durable
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glazing

• Low E Glass
• Dual Glazing
• Tinted Glass
• Translucent Glass
• Orientation

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alternative programming
Limit construction by making spaces more flexible
and versatile
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RENEWABLE ENERGY
on site energy sources

• Solar Panels (Photovoltaic Arrays)
• Wind turbines
• Ice Storage Systems

Giving back to the environment rather then
taking from it.
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Effective Partners
G R E E N R E L A T I O N S H I P S
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effective green partners
LEED
What is LEED? The Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building
Rating System encourages and accelerates global
adoption of sustainable green building and
development practices through the creation and
implementation of universally understood and
accepted tools and performance criteria.
an immediate and measurable impact on their
buildings performance.
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effective green partners
LEED
LEED promotes a whole-building approach to
sustainability by recognizing performance in five
key areas of human and environmental health
sustainable site development, water savings,
energy efficiency, materials selection and indoor
environmental quality .
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effective green partners
LEED

• Lower operating costs and increased asset value.
• Reduce waste sent to landfills
• Conserve energy and water.
• Healthier and safer for occupants.
• Reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions.
• Qualify for tax rebates, zoning allowances and
  other incentives in hundreds of cities.
• Demonstrate an owner's commitment to
  environmental stewardship and social
  responsibility

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LEED

• Streamlines decision making process
• Maintains team focus
• Creates a benchmark for future development both
  public and private
• Could allow for public and private LEED mandates
• Public Relations

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effective green partners
Green Washing is the unjustified appropriation of
environmental virtue by a company, an industry, a
government, a politician or even a non-government
organization to create a pro-environmental image,
sell a product or a policy, or to try and
rehabilitate their standing with the public.
Green Washing
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effective green partners
Local Incentives

• State Incentives
• Corporate Tax Reduction
• Property Tax Reduction
• Rebates
• Loan Programs
• Local Utility Rebate Programs
• Southern California Edison Savings by Design

http//www.savingsbydesign.com/overview.htm
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effective green partners
http//www.boma.org/TrainingAndEducation/BEEP/Page
s/default.aspx
Energy Star
The goal of the Energy Star program is to
generate awareness of energy-saving capabilities,
differentiate the market for more
energy-efficient computers and accelerate the
market penetration of more energy-efficient
technologies.
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green design and libraries

• Does your city mandate LEED Certification for new
  or renovated public buildings?
• Are there currently any LEED Certified buildings
  within your community?
• Are there any public buildings within your
  community which utilize local energy rebates or
  incentive programs?

Questions?
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Case Study
R E D D I N G L I B R A R Y
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Redding Library
Planning
Architecture
Landscape Design
Interior Design
Furniture Management
Signage and Graphics
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The Site
Existing Landscape Views Sunlight Breezes Water Ad
jacencies Access/ Egress
L I B R A R Y S I T E
C I T Y H A L L
R I V E R
THE GIFTS
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The Site
Landscape Sunlight Breezes Adjacencies Access/
Egress
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first
The Plan
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second
The Plan
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The Envelope
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The Envelope
Green Roof
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The Envelope
PROTECTION
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The Envelope
LIGHT HARVESTING
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Interior Design
DAYLIGHT
Daylight Harvesting Indirect Lighting Dimming
Systems Sustainable Materials Displaced Air
Distribution
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Landscape
Existing Landscape Drought Tolerant Indigenous Bio
Swales Permeable Paving
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Sustainable Design
Ice Harvesting Photovoltaic Array Green
Roof Public Awareness
Displaced Air System Rain Water
Harvesting Demonstration Center
EDUCATION
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Use of low flow fixtures and reclaimed water
reducing water consumption by as much as 40
annually An energy efficient building that
performs better then Title 24 by at least
20 Construction waste diversion and an
extensive use of recycled products and
materials throughout the design. Indoor air
quality that positions the library as not only
being a healthy building but promoting a healthy
lifestyle. On site energy sources that reduce
energy consumption and drastically lower
operating costs. Effective landscaping that
reduces maintenance as well as water consumption.
Environment
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