Green Building Guidelines Meeting the Demand for Low-Energy, Resource-Efficient Homes (KTE0062). Contents

CHAPTER 1 Community and Site Planning

Land Development

Smart Growth

Principles of Smart Growth

What is a Traditional Neighborhood Development (TND)?

Incentives for Developers and Builders

Brownfield Sites

Greyfield Sites

Scattered-Lot Infill Sites

Open Space and Building Clustering

Greenfield Sites

Paved Areas

Stormwater Management

Case Study: Bigelow Homes, Chicago, Illinois

Land Development – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

Site Planning

Green Site Planning in Higher Density Developments

Green Site Planning in Lower Density Developments

Site Planning for Solar Access

Reduce Site Disturbance

Landscaping

Site Planning – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

Construction Waste Management

Why Bother?

Developing a Waste Management Plan

Hazardous Waste Disposal

Case Study: Construction Waste Management

Strategies to Minimize Waste Generation

Strategies for Waste Recycling

Construction Waste Management Procedures – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

CHAPTER 2 Renewable Energy

Passive Solar Design Strategies

Following the Sun

Shading South-Facing Glass

Shading East- and West-Facing Glass

Windows Terminology

The Nature of Solar Radiation

Choosing Glass in Various Climates

NFRC Definitions

Examples of South-Facing Glass in Various Climates

‘Tuning’ Glass With Low-E Coatings

Shading Glass With Overhangs and Landscaping

How to Use Thermal Mass

Thickness of Thermal Mass

Ways of Providing Thermal Mass

Case Study: Passive Solar Design

Case Study: An Affordable, Energy-Efficient Passive Solar Home

Passive Solar Design – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

Solar Water Heating Systems

Thermosyphon Systems

Direct Circulation Systems

Drain-Back Systems

Closed Loop Systems

Batch/Integral Collector Storage Systems

Design and Installation Recommendations

Pre-Plumbing for Solar Water Heating

Solar Water Heating – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

Solar Photovoltaic Strategies

Inverters

Orientation

Talk to an Experienced Professional

Interconnection Agreements

Financial Incentives

Case Study: Energy Independence Through Photovoltaics

Photovoltaic Strategies – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

CHAPTER 3 The Building Envelope

Why the Envelope Is Important

What Does the Envelope Include?

Building Science in Transition

Foundations

Moisture Control Techniques

Walls and Floors

Framing Efficiency

Wall Cladding/Exterior Surfaces

Roofs

Insulation and Air Sealing

Vapor Retarders

Air Leakage Driving Forces

Air Infiltration Control

Air Infiltration Control Checklist

Air Infiltration Control Diagrams

Windows

The Building Envelope – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

CHAPTER 4 Energy Efficiency

Heating and Air Conditioning Systems

Ductwork Versus No Ductwork

Heating System Options

Air Conditioning System Options

Evaporative Coolers

Sizing and Designing Systems

Heating and Air Conditioning Systems – Rules of Thumb

Manual J Example

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

Heating and Air Conditioning Equipment

Air Conditioning Equipment

Variable Speed Units

Heat Pumps

Heating Equipment

Geothermal Heat Pumps

Air Source Heat Pumps

Efficient Duct Design and Installation

Efficient Duct Design and Installation Diagrams

Duct Installation Tips: High-Priority Leaks

Duct Installation Tips: Low-Priority Leaks

Additional Duct Design and Installation Recommendations

HVAC Controls: Programmable Thermostats

Air Conditioning Equipment – Rules of Thumb

Heating Equipment – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

Water Heating

Water Heater Efficiency

Insulate Hot Water Tank and Lines

Reducing Losses at Remote Fixtures

Set Water Heater to 120 Degrees

Alternative Water Heating Systems

Water Heating – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

Lighting

Daylight

Compact and Other Fluorescent Lighting for Indoor Use

Recessed Lighting

Outdoor Lighting

Occupant and Photo Sensors, Dimmers, and Other Controls

Energy-Efficient Lighting – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

Appliances

Buy ENERGY STAR® Appliances

Refrigerators/Freezers

Dishwashers

Ovens, Stoves, and Ranges

Clothes Washers

Clothes Dryers

Energy-Efficient Appliances – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

CHAPTER 5 Efficient Water Use

Indoor Water Use

Low-Flow Toilets

Low-Flow Faucets

Low-Flow Showerheads

Appliances and Recirculating Systems

Leaks

Plumbing Hardware/NSF Certification

Potable Water Quality

Efficient Interior Water Use – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

Outdoor Water Use

Xeriscaping With Native and Drought-Resistant Plants

Xeriscaping and Landscaping Planting Plans

Minimizing Use of Lawn Turf by Using Native Grasses

Pervious Materials

Irrigation Technology: Timers, Sensors, and Other Controls

Drip Irrigation

Wastewater Treatment and Reclaimed Water

Rain Catchment

Greywater

Case Study: Wastewater Treatment

Efficient Exterior Water Use – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

CHAPTER 6 Indoor Environmental Quality

Indoor Air Quality. Green Building Guidelines Meeting the Demand for Low-Energy

Preventing Pollution From Attached Garages

Radon Control Measures

Sample Ventilation Plans

Filtration Techniques

Combustion Safety

Controlling Indoor Humidity

Build Vented Storage Space for Toxic Materials

Range Hoods Ducted to the Outside

Don’t Oversize

Air Movement

Air Sealing

Acoustics

Light Intensity and Quality

Fireplaces and Stoves

Sealed Combustion Furnaces or Boilers

Sealed Combustion Water Heaters

Bathroom Exhaust Strategies

Indoor Environmental Quality – Rules of Thumb

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

CHAPTER 7 Materials

Selecting Green Materials

Material Reuse

How to Find Green Material Suppliers

Green Materials by Category

Foundations

Walls and Floors

Forestry and Lumber Programs

Wall Cladding/Exterior Finishes

Roofs

Insulation and Air Sealing

Insulation Types

Windows

Finishes

Materials – Rules of Thumb

Case Study: Material Savings/Framing Techniques

Case Study: Material Savings/Value-Engineering Techniques

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

CHAPTER 8 Operation and Maintenance

What the Builder Can Do in the Design Process

What the Homeowner Can Do

O&M Recommendations for Homebuilders & Homeowners

Additional Resources

Web Resources

Interactions

General References

Green Building Programs

National Programs

Local Programs

Ways to Search for Other Green Building Programs

Green Building Checklists

Built GreenTM Checklist

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