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Invuductiun ......................................................................................................................................... ..........................3
Tips fnr Ciood Pmctice ........................................................................................................................ .......................4-5
1-1 Gwen [)evelopment Plan .............................................................................................................. ..........................G
31 Smttn Sitc Location: Proximity to Existing Development :New Consiruclion ............................. ..........................7
2 =Smart Site Location: Protecting Environmental Resources :New Consvuction ........................... ..........................9
~-3 Smert Silc Location: Proximity to Scrviccs:Kew Cnnsvuction .................................................... ........................ IQ
2.8 Sman Site Location: Passive Solar lies[ingC'ooling .................................................................... ............._......... 15
3.2 Site Improvemen[s: Erosion anti Sedimentation Contrul ..............................................._............. ........................ "_
~-I Water C'onservatiun: Water-Conserving Appliances and Fixtures ................................................ ........................24
5-I Energy Efficiency: Efficient Energy I se: New C'onsvuction ...................................................... ........................27
5 ?Energy Efficiency: Efficient Gnergy Use: Rrhabilitatiun ............................................................ ........................27
S-7 Additional Reductions in F.ner;,ry Use: New ('onstruction ............................................................ ........................:8
6-1 btalcriNs benclicial w EnvironmenC Construction Waste f\fanagement ................................... ...........................35
7.1 Healthy Living Enivironment: I.ow i No VpC' Paints and Primers ............................................ ..........................41
7 2 I feahhy Living Environment: Low ~ No VOC Adhesives and Sealants .................................... ..........................4=i
7-4 Healthy Living Environment: Green Lal+el Certified Floor Coverings ..................................... ......................_...97
7-5 I lealthy Living Lnvironmenl: Gxhaus't Fans -Bathroom: New Con truaion ........................... ..........................48
7-6 Healthy Living Environment: Exhaust Fans hitchcn: New Constructimt ............................... ..................._..... d4
7-12 Healthy Living Environmem: \Qaterials in Wet Areas -Surfaces ......................................................................i2
• 7•I4 Healthy Living Em•ironment: Basements and Concrete Slabs-Vapor Barrier .................................................j3
7-18 Ilenlthy Living Environment: \Valcr Drainage......._ .........................................................................................53
7-19 Healthy Living Environment: Garage Isolation .................................................................................................$~
Rrsuurucs ..................................................................................................................................... ..............................56
a. \Vashington Green Suppliers and Professionals .......................................................... ..............................56
h. Green Building Supplies and Services ........................................................................ ..............................56
c. Northwest ENERGY STAR Vcrificrs ......................_................................................. ..............................56
5AbIPLE CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGE.\~iF.VT SPF.CIFICA'I'ION ............................. ..............................57
S.A.MPLE OF A WASTE MAVAIiF.MEN I I'LAN ..................................................................... ...._,.............,........,58
Appendix I.I.a ................................................................................................................................................................
Appendix I.I.h ................................................................................................................................................................
Appendix 4.1 ...................................................................................................................................................................
Appendix 6.1 Case Stud}' ................................................................................................................................................
Appendix 7.1 Lowr'No VOC Prnducts......._ ........................................................................_..........................................
Aeknowlcdgcments
The Washington Sate Pepartmem of Community. Trade and Economic Development would like to thank Environmental
1Vorks and the RAFN Company fnr their generous and uupaiJ contributions to this lser's Manual. R.APN provided invaluable
axsistanm with the Low VUC' Sealants and Adhesives chart ArchF.calogy turd Advanced Energy worked under contract lu
provide other wntenl, and Common Ground provided coordination. rcvicw, editing, and compilation assistancq also under
contract.
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GLOSSARI' •
ACCA Air Conditioning Contractors of America
BAAQMD Bay Area Air Quality Management District
RMP Rest Management Practices
CFM Cubic Feet per Minulc
C'RI Carpet and Rug Institute
CTED Community, Trade and Cconomic Development
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
ESDS Evergreen Sustainable L~velopment Standard
FSC Forest Stewardship Council
g•'L Grams per I:iter
GS Green Seal
I IL•'PA I ligh Efficiency Particulate Air
HCT I ligh-Efficiency Toilet
IBC' International Building Cvde
IMC International Mechanical Code
IBC International Residential Code
LIiED Leadership Energy and Environmental Design
I~~VCB Korthwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau
PUD Public Utiliq• Department
SCAQMD South Coast Air Quality Management District
SDPM Sustainable Development Project Manager
SWPPP Stormvvater Pollution Prevention Plan
VCT Vinyl Composition file
VIAQ Ventilation and [ndoor Air Quality
VOC' Volatile Organic Compounds
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• An Introduction to the Evergreen Sustainable Development Standard User's Manual
v.1.3
A green home is unique. Constructing a green building requires a commitment [o advanced building
techniques and sustainable products.
VVashingtun Statr's Evergreen Sustainable Development Standard (ESDS) requires affordable housing
developers to meet specific building Standards. This results in structures that are healthy, sate, energy
efficient, and environmentally responsible.
TTtis resource guide. "ESDS User's Manual v.13," has been developed to help you and your
organiuvtiorr tvithrnte£ration ofthe Evergreen Sustainable Development Standard. T7te manual
provides practical, cost et)ec[iv'e options for meeting selected pmgram criteria. With a range of subjects
from information on passive solar design to critical construction details that are the foundation of a
green building, this guide focuses on the most crucial aspects of the Evergreen Sustainable
Development Standard.
The manual has been organized and numbered to reflect the order of the Evergreen Sustainable
Development Criteria. In each section you will find hackgmund information, evaluations. and
resources for designing, selecting and installing a variety of products and services. In addition to
information on materials. contact information has been provided for a number of green professionals
and installer. An experienced green professional can save a design team a great deal of time and
confusion, and also help during the construction process to make sum products and systems are
• installed right the firt time.
We hope you lind this manual helpful while taking those firl steps of integrating the Evergreen
Sustainable Development Standard into your p%jects. The goal of "ESDS User's Manual v.1.3" is to
simplify the process of designing and building a green development. While a sustainable building
should generate less waste, provide bc« cr indoor air quality and consume less energy, it should not he
more difficult to build.
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Tips for G«rd Practice
I) If it's not in the plans, or specifications, it's not going w happen.
In assessments of other green building programs, it's been found that many of the green
building products and techniques are not included in the plans or specifications. However, it
was also found that the far majority, nearly 94"/<~, of the green building products and
techniques that were accurately represented in the plans were implemented during
construction.
II the plans and./or specifications du not accurately support the green features they typically
arc not implemented. Items that are ultimately implemented arc added through costly change
orders and last minute design modifications. Ensuring ull aspects of [he chosen green criteria
are represented in the plans and specifications makes for a project with higher quality and
less expense.
?) II takes a team to build green
Strong design teams that come together early in the process increase the success of green
developments. He sure to bring representatives of the entire construction and design team
together well before construction begins.
W'hi le Navin, your builder and sub-contractors on board during the design pcriUd is ideal, it •
may nut be possible for every project. ~4hen forced to exclude any member of the design
team, such as the construction team in publicly bid projects, documentation and
communication becomes even more important.
Ensure the group that has been excluded from the design team is aware of the green features.
Many times a presentation of the unique properties of the building can be added to pre-bid
meetings and pre-construction meetings allow the group to openly discuss each feature.
Allow the new memhcr ofthe [earn to raise questions or concerns hefore construction begins.
I he key is [o make them a rncmber of the team as early as possible.
3) Don't Corget the maintenance staff
It's been shown that green devcloprnents randy include the staff that will ultimately maintain
[hc buildings in the development of the project. If possible, involve the future maintenance
staff in the project's design team. 'they have valuable insight into how items will be
maintained. In addition. including them can help ensure the green features installed remain
green for the long term.
4) Anything new is harder to do
1Vhen considering installation there are hvo levels of green features; items that require
additional training to install and items that do no[.
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For example, ti~rmaldehyde free cabinetry is installed in the same manner as typical
• cabinetry, therclbrr illhe correct items arc ordered and provided on site you can be confident
that it will be installed properly. I Imvever, installation of a green roof will require not only
additional design work, but also greater training of the installation crew. In addition to
proper design, the team will need [o ensure that the installation crew understands proper
(lashing details, is familiar with the properties of adhesives that may be used, understand how•
to protect the water proof membrane as landscaping is added, etc. Prepare to spend
additional time on those items that require new techniques for installation.
Examples of items that may rcyuirc additional training and supervision include:
• Ventilation System Installation • Surface \Vater Management
• Proper Insulation Installation • Efficient Irrigation Installation
• Building Air Sealing • Construction Waste
• I (VAC Duct Sealing Management Implementation
• Solar application installation and • HVAC Equipmcnt and Duct
maintenance Sizing Calculations
5) F•very•one has to know it's a green project
Communicate to everyone on site that this particular project is unique and important. While
the owner of the plumbing company may be on the design team and excited about green
building, it's important that the plumber's installer knows which whc of caulk to use. Be
• proactive with signs on site giving examples of items that are not allowed. Ask each sub-
contractingcompany how they intend to ensure applicable green products, or construction
details are understtxtd and properly implemented by their staff.
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SFCI~10\ l: IN'1'F:(:RAT1':D DIsSICN
Successful implementation of the ESUS requires the developer and design team to begin planning for
integration of green building features into the project in the earliest phase possible. The requirement to
provide a Green Development Plan ensures that the team ha_, a plan for implementation of this
standard. 'I'n assist in preparation of your Green Development Plan. an example is provided in
Appendix Lla.
To facilitate communication with design team members, the Green Development plan is also required
to include a description of how the applicable mandatory and chosen optional criteria will he
incorporated into the project, including idcntilicatinn of the responsible Sustainahle Development
Project Manager (SDPM). To fulfill this pare of the requirernent, a checklist is provided. The checklist
provides space ti>r a narrative and a box to identify the SDPM.
To facilitate communication with the general contractor and subcontractor, it is recommended that •
specitication section OI81 13 "Sustainable Design Requirements' he included in the project manual.
The original M.4S'I'ERSPI?C 2004 document was written lbr LF.F.D projects. Attached in Appendix
I.I.b is an example section 0181 13 which has been adapted to the GSDS. This section includes
requirements of the tSSDS which will be the responsibility of the contractor [o implement.
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Appendix I.I.a: Grccn Dcvclopmcnt Plan L-xample
AnPendix l.l.h: trample specitication section OJ81 I~_Sustainahle I)esien Requirements
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http:riaccess.wa.gov - t~fricial State of Washington website, Includes links to each individual city and county.
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-Visit the websites of your local utility services to obtain information regarding loeations of utilities t+c fore the
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-Sketch these out on a map to get a rough estimate of where the utilities lie in relation to the selecud site.
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-Go to your city or wunty's website or city hall to obtain a map showing the urban growth boundaries.
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wetland huger zones to determine that it is within the limits stated in the Evergreen Sustainable
Development Criteria.
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hnpah~a.water.us~.r;cw%puhs'misc/wetlands.! - Information abuul wetlands in V~•'ashingtun Stute.
ww,v.epn.go~ %owowhvetlands/whaUdef nitions,hlml -Provides definitions of wetlands and additional
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the f'vergreen Sustainable Development Criteria.
RlSOUKCES
h[t~;(rw~aw.nr~s,usd~i.g~~/technical/cl'ol>! Slope & Erosion intiirmation.
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• PROCESS
Using the provided resources, familiarize yourself with prime farmland and the rules and regulations that
surround it.
Then. using the NCRS website, locate a Washington soils map of your local area to determine where the prime
farmland lies and whether the proposed project site lies within those houndaries.
If necessary contact the Washington state NCRS office or tfx USDA State Land toe Committee chairperson for
more andr'or more accurate information.
RF.SOLrRCES
www.Gpoacce~~iv,•'CFR/INI)I~:x.htmt -Online Cain of Federal Regulations (G CPR 657.1)
htt~/rt_wreation.u~gu~:rcny~uidr.`farmlanq.hunl -Information about prime farmland and how to determine
whether a pariicular site lies within USDA designated prime farmland.
www.ocnres.usda.Eov/pnw soil!wa rePcros.hunl -Inforntation and maps concerning Washington soil types.
http://wwtiv.farml andi nfo.ore
DEFINITIONS
Prime FarmlaaJ- A special category of highly productive cropland that is recognized and described by the
U.S. Department of Apiculture Soil Conservation Service and receives special protection under
the surface mining law.
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-Use a local map or resource from your city and county to determine where parkland is located.
-Locate your project on That map to confirm that it is not located within parkland.
RESOURCES
httpaiaceess.wa.>;ov -Official Slatc of Washington websitc. includes links to each individual city and
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Begin by inputting your site's address into a locator website such as walkscore.com or (ioogle Maps
to locate nearby services.
-Select several different services within the required distances and pinpoint them on the map.
-Establish a scale for the map and construct 2 concentric circles of/, and '/_ nule radii, originating at
your site. This will show the distance boundaries graphically and in a concise manner.
-Label the locations on the map within the circles to sec their distances from the site eraphically. 'this
will also aid in determining necessary routes to each of the services.
RESOURCES
http://wu~~r.walkscore.com -provides distances to local amenities. (Does not include places of
worship, childcare, post ot~ices, & community centers)
www.maps.gaogle.com-Ooline maps, navigation and community information.
www.mapqucsl.com -Online maps and navigation
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Passive Solar [3asics
'T'here are three major strategies for passive solar heating: direct gain, indirect gain. and i,ul.ued gain.
[)irect Clain
• Basic definition: Sunlight passes through a window and is ~ -
absorbed by thermal mass which is part of the living space. ~
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interior of the home at night
• A rule of thumb is that the area of thermal mass should he
ahout 6 times the area of glazing being used to heat it
• Somewhat less thermal mass is necessary in climates with
foggy or rainy winters
• Solar-tempering is a common form of direct Bain not imvlving
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o Basic definition: Having lots of south facing windows
used in cogjunction with appropriate overhangs and deciduous shade trees
o Can be unregulated and inefficient when poorly designed
o Can cause overheating whcrehy the air in the location receiving the direct sunlight
becomes uncomfortably hot if poorly designed
Indirect Gain (trombe wall or thermal storage wall) •
• F3asrc defirtitiorr:.4 thermal muss wall is placed drrerrty
behind south facing glazing. 'T'he wall heats up during
the day, and radiates the stored heat to the interior of
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or fully blocked by the thermal mass wall Indirect Gain
Isolated Gainlsunspace)
• Basic Definition:.A separate room closed utf from the rest ^"~`rF -^t*
of the building with lots ofsouth facing glass and thermal
mass
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• Doorshvindows%vents to the space are opened during the i5oiat~d Gain (sunspace)
day to allow the heated air Iu circulate into the building, and
closed at night to let the sunspace cool. lligh vents will allow the rising
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• Shade the sunspace to keep out the summer sun and vent it al night lu caul it down
• Passive solar design can also be used to help cool a building
during summer months through a process called Convective t-~
Cooling. t
• High vents or windows open during the day allow hot air inside co i
escape. They should be on the lccw•ard side of the building (away ~
fmm prevailing winds)
• Low vents open at night allow cool air to enter. They should be on
the windward side (to catch the prevailing winds) -- - -
• High vents on the leeward side should have LS -2 times the area of
the low vents on the windward side
A Passive Solar design should address the following concerns:
• Balance solar concerns with concern for minimizing exterior wall Passive Solar Cooling
area
• Elongate building along earl-west axis
• Increased number of south facing windows. l Ise non low-e windows to allow solar radiation to
i en[cr
• Use dark colored thermal mass (stone Krick or concrete walls and Hours) to absorb heat fmm
incoming sunlight on south side. Thermal mass area should be 6X window area
• Shade south facing windows from summer sun with overhangs and deciduous trees
• Materials un the building's exterior should be light colored
• Minimize windows on east and west walls
• • Shade east and west walls with shrubs and bushes
• Open windows at night to allow cool air to enter, close them in the morning
• Use a whole house I'an ur well planned convective air currents to exhaust hot air during the day
and bring in ccx>I air at night
• lJse high vents to allow out hot air during the day. and low vents to allow cool air in at night
The US Department of Gnergy's (DOIi) Energy Ialiciency and Renewable 8nergy website provides a
more in-depth series of articles relating to passive solar design and enn be I•ound at
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Increase energy efficiency and comfort in homes
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shada aced Induce summertime vantllaflon Into ~ soulV stile d the home must De
euifdmp for the'.vell-0eslpned hoarse. Passlw soWr design oriented to wAhin 30 degrees of due
dar llsr Cenrury can redupa heahnq and oookng erergy Dlls, south
increase sWpal ritaliry, and Improve comfort "'~'~
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and artordaMe.. rAai+<M lanance risks over th2 hfe of the huildlnq i ,.,-,.
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Tn acroNeaxo the de.elopmen' pt Iwgdlnp feaWres to reduce or avan Wmmate ' ~ ~.
wd ~"p'I"""~ 1{e"eq ttw naod Irr meehardeal rwimg and heatirq ®_._._. ~, _:
r/n,xtx~ ,muxuet Ina and daytune amAmal uplninp Designers and . °'
canaurn wp ar rcchwhagrY Duildars pay pamcular attention to ilia sun to
.nil T<m<evn tw umvgv mimmlre heabnp arv1 cookny rrxds the
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maMarwr<n a mamrmt does lnvolw knovdedge of solar geometry,
egwvmar<, na m rawnm wndrnv tachnotogy. aced local rlunate. Ghwn
ttae proper bulldinq sda. Tfrtdaly any ype d sdnvare that can rcnprare the design and
ITaean enerq,money uchuechne can idagrak passive solar design rdegradan nt passive salar Wmciples into
"°msns°~"'°mrR`me°dr modarn residential structures,
1wrlden ana lw,<e, or Hann Passive sptar trean;lq lechmques generaly tall
and rmurcsxwl rauWpM. ada once of fives categpries: drrart paw. ,. us r
• wera„Im xam arM I«.I ddvea gain, and u'dfiad gam Olrect gain Is Is takes more Ihoupht to design with the sun
resuimurv gew rn,maara solar radiaWn That dueclly penntlates and is howevdl
pasuw solar Irvlmes xur;h as
rawmngnxi<a apphaio stored m fire Wince spare Indiract pain cdktls, additional yatiny. added dnnnal mass. laipel
xaltlardV mid quldrhne~tar zloras. and dalllbutas soar radlahun using rod arerhangs. a oU»r shading laatulas ran
e/rnxm enMyr me soma mermal stwapa material ie.y.. TipmtW pay lnr itwmsehc+s Since pa5511N Sda16a51QA3
. n,,,.M,,,>rq.n and gam. wadi Caducflnn. radwlron. el convectlon men ragwra suhranually Inss mechanical haatmq
<e xmes and<anm,nnXxw trnasters th arerpy lndocrs. Isolated Qam and cooking anarrc/. sarongs can accrua !rom
ror depl<rymem ae<lergr- systems la.g., suhspacel cotbct solal ialialwn reduced unit site installannn, operaalon, and
emamrsnbwnwde<ad In an dred Ihat Cdn be 5818rt1'ttdy CIOSed OM or maimenmxe costs. Passrva sr8ar deslpn
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Pass,ve so4v desrpn strategns vary by budding localbn and
regwnal climate. but the bask techniques remain the same--
madmrra soWr neat gain m winter and minmraa n m summer.
SDec!frc techniques include.
• Star) by using energy-efficient design strategies.
• Orient the hcuse vnm the IDng axis running sasLlwsa
• Selea. orient. and sloe glass W apllmiaa winter heat gain
+ Wlnlmr Salrxlbn. Fiaaunp wllh solar energy k easy
prst bt the sun stNne In mreugh the nrndovrs The natural
propemes d glass Ht tttnhght iMOUph Dut DaD bnq•vmre
heat radlatlon. keeling the house vrarm Ahe greenhouse et-
feli) The ctallan9e ottan is to DropelN s¢e the scum-lacing
glass to balance heat gain and neat bas Dropertles svtllwut
ovarheaDng
Incrmsmp the glass area wn Increase Dulldinq energy loss.
Ilevr window technologies, Including seledrve coaCrlgs, fraw
Nssened such concanx by Increasing wlrMmv Inwlanon
properh~ to help keep heat where It is riaeded
Uk'tIDU98 leRDeSDreSI. snu wex-ru:ney wale, mnro nun armnny wi auvyumn uay-
kght. Ettecnve sorNrlaorq vrindows regain a Nph SaW Heat
• Sire soda-facirlp ovrsrhanps to shade vnndows in wmmer Gan Ccettidad tSHGGI-usually 0.60 or higher--to maximfza
and aAmv sakir pain m winlw. neat garn. a bw U•tac6a 10.35 or less; to reduce conductive
• Add Iherrnal mass b vnlls or floors Ia Ireat storage. neat trartster. and a hgh Nsible tnnsmlhance (VT1 for good
• Use natural vermkntion to reduce or allmimle vlsibH Ilght InrMer SHGC inters to the portlon of Incident
cooling needs. sunkpht admdted mrough a vvindovr. and U-factor indicates
• Use daynphl to Drovlde rtaNral k9Mn0 the heat ku5 rate fa the vrktdow assembty
Those technlgU6S are OescnDaA m more detail below In coollrg dlmates. pnr0?Wady attedlve stategies include
prelarerrkal use of natlrhang windows along wlm
~ QItAn Loam. A
g tussbe solar hang should scan out vx41 generousy shaded soum-lacetg windons. Sharing Irom
sealed and waN insulated. 0'i reducing heal bas and gain, bnd5pdrq overharrps, siwtlars. and solar wlndan screens
remaining energy loads can be Alenroery racer wim passive
t~105 bwer h®1 gain an windovrs tlut receive lull sun
solar IecMrquas. ApOroaches mat contribute to mmimltinq
heating and coehng loads Include using advanced framing
guldalnes, property msmmng ucsulaDOn, using reconRnended WINDOW RATINGS
hlsutabon levels (tdemdlonal Coda Council's Imarnatlaul Many vdndavs include a lianenxl fenestration Ratlnq
Energy Cmservabon Coda, t70:1t 931-4533. waw.IMicode.erg Council sticker that fists U~factor_ SHGC and VT
a ma U S Deparbned of Enerpi s Insulation Fxt Sheet.
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reducing duct iossst. and tlgMenlnq the WiMm9 erxelope. Wronal r..~.,nm.•„
~ SHe OrkalElion. The building's soullnm eryowre nwsl M aa~ ce~a
clear of large obstacles (e.g., tall buildings. tall hoes) mat AAA wn,d,.. c.,,n.,,l,
Nock the mn6ght Nma~gh a Ira? southern e><DOSUre u
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0 d sal a SHGC behw 0.56 (a Inver SFIGC mts Ooalinp maul
Wherever pessiWe, climataspedlic wmdow propery
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'suutemp+nnq• mrenls most 01 Ote hone s glaanq toward Ole
south-a gWZinq mea of uD to ~ percent o1 the bulldlrp floor
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great strategy for odd dlnralrs and coshs nothing beyond
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baOOm of the plannp.
3 Draw Ifn o+rertrartq uMll A IMersecls the
surnmar sun anpfe Ina,
4. Draw the line al the wlMor sun artple from iha
betlan edge of the overlong to the veil,
5 Use a whd ,call above Ole tun vdtere Ote xamer
sun hrls The portion d the waO belav that
Ilse should be glued.
~ Stealing. The summer sun rises higher overhead tlun the
vnnter sun. Properly seed wlndorr oserhanps or armlrgs are
an eneane option to opNni:e swtl>arly velar heat pain and
shading Tiny shade windmvs Iron the wormer wn orb In
the venter vrtwm the wn Is lower In the sky, permit sunlpM to
pass mrough the xtndow to warm the interior. Landscaping
helps shade south-. east. avast-facing windows Iron
sun5gh1160 porcem or morel to Doss through vAtlle provtdbg
dappled shads throughout summer-
~ Had Storage. Themtl mass. or materials used a sloe treat.
is an mtagral part d most pasave sakv despn Malenals such
as connate. masonry. wallboaM. and esen water absorb Itaat
dunnq sunlit days and slovrty release II as temperatwes drop
fi5 dampens the eOecls of outside art lempzrature Mangos
and moderatos indoor temperatures. Altlrouph even overcast
Skies provi~ sdar haVmq, bnq penods d btlk sunshine
open raouirn aback-up heal source. Optimum mass-fogless
ratios, depending on chma[e, may be used to DrawM over-
136.Mm0. Avdd cownngs such as target that inhrbA Otermal
mass absordlOn and Irmster.
~ Netunl Gelie~. Apl use d outdoor ate often can coal a home
xsdnul rood fa nnchanctl cooling aspadaly avhat elfecOve
shading. Insulatlan, wkdou sdeuton, and other meats already
r~ the motlng load. In natty dimates, openetg awndo,•rs at
nlgM to Ikrsh ihB house svlAt molar outdoor an and Otan ciakrg
vmdovs and shades by day nn steady redtke Iha road Ia
vrrdowsl or faro lag., wlroH-tquse tan) encourages qwe-level
opwings m admtl order rdreshlrq reptacemer! air
~ Natural LlgMing. Somonmes caltcd dayhOhtln0. natural tlghl-
Ng rdars la reliance On sunlight ter daytime Imarbr ughhng,
Glaanp characurlstrs IrlcWda Ngn•Vt gtannq on Ole east
vresL and Inrlh lands combined with loge, sown-facLq
vrkldow areas A daylA roam rrgwres, u a general ells. at least
5 percent d the roan Iloor area in gtaanp. lmv~nrlssivlty
Ilow{I coatings can help minenlre plan whiN dlednp
appropriate mtDrwed dlmahc heal gain or lass MaruW Wics.
Sbped a hor¢tsMal glass (e.p . skylights) admd hpM but are
o11en problematlc because of unwanted seasorel ovadteatlnp,
raNant that lass, and assnkb other prodems.
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passive solar deslgn toils from tM DOFs
0111ce of Bulldinq Techndogy. State. and
Commurnty Programs websile.
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Sunlghl enprs south•iaarg whrdows and
shlkes the themes mass Insde the home. TM
SuNgnt Is wm+erted [o beat energy, which Heats
bath Ore air and tllennal mass matenels. On
most canny days. sokr neat nwntauts camlort
doing tits nW-nnrmnq b tats ahemoon penods.
SW Pm to I1 ~00 pm
As the can sets. It stops wppydlg heat b the
home. Howeser. a suhstannal mount of heat
has bean stored In the thermal mass. These
malerkls release the heat sloaty mId the passve
sokr rooms t.~eplrvq them eomloRable al most
mntar evemnps II temperatures tall bebw the
comfort level suppkrnatW Mat is needed
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comlort. The ihennal nsus Iles uwalty given up
mast of its heat. and llw_ can has rot risen
enough to begin Mahnq ins home. Dung this
gerbil, tits horde ovmer may lave tD ray on sraapp
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minimis ills need for supplemental Matbq.
F:verureen Srnndard v.1.3 Cser's Manual
SECTION 3: slTr. tMPROVI:ME\TS •
Fhe ESDS rcyuires projects to implement the I?PA's [3est Management Practices t BMPI for sites under
construction.
In Washington. the State Department of Ecology has the authority hr administer the EPA requirements.
State Department of Ecology has adopted nvo stormwater manuals -the .17orm++~uter ~4fanaKement
;4fonua! for F.usteru 14icshin~ton and the Stormwuter ••4fanuRenrent d?anrrul,/or lYestern ffu.+hinR_ rmr.
These manuals apply to all construction sites one acre or larger.
Local municipalities adopt their owm stormwater reyuirements. 1'he local municipality may also have
their own minimum site reyuirement In some casts, the Department of ticology requirements and the
local reyuirements overlap, in which case the most stringent applies.
Pollrnving arc two compliance options for this criterion
Option 1 - F'or projects I acre or larger (including smaller phases or portions of projects totaling
I acre or more):
A Department of Ecology Constrrction stormwater General Permit and a local perntit •
are required. The Department ol'Ecology reyuirements meet or exceed the EPA
requirements; therefore, this criterion is satisfied.
Option 2 -For projects less than one acre:
Comply with local municipality reyuirements, OR [kparhnent of Ecology reyuirements
whichever is more restrictive. If there is uncertainty about which standard is more
restrictive, consult your civil engineer.
For both options: Compliance with Department of licology' Construction stormwater General Permit
requirements will satisfy this criterion.
Note: The EPA remains the pernitting authority on Federnl land and on Indian reservations with the
exception of the Puyallup Indian Reservation. For construction (and other land disturbing activities) in
areas where hPA is the permitting authority, operators must meet the requirements of the EPA
Ccrosiruc[ion General Pcnnit ~C'(;I').
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• f fie foflawing information is from a Department of Ecology publication:
"How to 11cct Ecology's Construction stormwater General Permit Requirements:
A Guirlc fur Construction Sitcx"
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The twelve elements of a SK`PYP (Sturme•atcr Pollution Prevention Plan)
I • Preserve vegetation and mark clearing limits. Protect natural vegetation and trees. Use vegetated
butlers. Before grading, mark clearing limits and sensitive areas tar protection.
2. Establish construction access: Reduce vehicle access points and stabilize entrance with crushed rock
or similar material. Minimize mud and dirt tracked unto paved roads. C'Icttn road surfaces on a regular
basis. Shovel and sweep mud off roadway.
3. Control Iluw rates: Protect properties and waterways downstream from the site from impacts of
stonmwater runoff Reducing (low and preventing erosion are two ways to do this.
4. Install sediment controls: Pass stormwater through a sediment pond. sediment trap, Yilter, or other
equivalent measure before it leaves the site or enters drain inlets. Construct sediment ponds, traps,
perimeter dikes, sediment barriers, and silt fences as first step in grading.
5. Stabilise soils: Soil stabilization includes temporary and permanent seeding, mulching, geotextiles,
erosion control fabrics, and sod stabilization.
6. Protect slopes: Divert runoff around slopes and disurrtxd areas with pipe slope drains. Design anJ
construct cut and till slopes to minimize erosion. Methods may include terracing and diversions, and
reducing steepness.
7. Protect drain inlets: Protect all operable sturnt drain inlets from sediment. Clean and remove
sediment IiUnl inlet protection devices when they till to 1/3 of their capacity.
8. Stabilize channels and outlets: Stabilize drain outlets, adjacent stream banks, slopes and channels
with armoring such as rocks ur gravel.
9. Control pollutants: Prevent chemicals and other pollutants from contact with storntwater. Handle
and dispose of pollutants properly. 'typical pollutants include: waste materials, chemicals, liyuid
products, petroleum products, oil, demolition debris, and batteries. Prevent or treat contamination of
stormwater nmoff by alkaline sources such as: bulk cement, cement kiln dust. (ly ash, anJ water used
to wash and cure concrete. Obtain written approval from Eculugy prior to using chemical treatment
otltcr than C02 to adjust pH.
10. Control de-watering: t'arefully control de-watering. If you have muddy or contaminated de-
walering water, then treat it separately from other stormwater nrnofT.
I I. Maintain BMPs: Regularly inspect, maintain, and repair all BMPs. Inspect erosion and sediment
control BMPs at Icast once every seven days and within 24 hours after any discharge from the site.
Kemove all temporary erosion and sediment BMPs ~a ithin 3U days of tinal site stabilization. Remove
or stabilize on-site trapped sediment.
12. Manage the project Construct projects in phases when possible.
Evergreen Standard v.1.3 User's M1lanual
S~CTiON 4: WATER CONSERVATION
Many' building owners are concerned that low flow fixtures will nut perform well and cause
maintenance problems. Flush fixtures have been extensively tested. l'he following link to F'IuchSrat'JC~
toilet>, as listed by the Saving Water Partnership, have been shown to be water efficient and effective:
httn:%'hvw'wsavingsyatcr,9rg.'ducs+'FlushStar.ndl
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Additional list of low fluty lxtures from WaterSense
http: ~+'~e ww.cpa.go~'lwatersense
fhe list will he updated as new eligible products enter the local market. If you have any questions
about the FlushStar~s' list, pleace call (2116) 684-4150. Please note that Pressure Assist toilets may be
louder than olhcv models. Visit wwwsavingwater.ore tier more details un water saving fixtures
In addition, you can find recommendations f}um the housing developers in King County on many
building topics on the Seattle Office of Housing website under °Sea(ireen Lessons Learned" at
httn:;_'housirtedesisLbl_gespot,cgm.
Incentives:
Local water utility providers may over incentives for the use of water conserving fixtures and •
appliances, for both new construction and renovations. Below is an example of incentives available
through the Saving Water Partnership. http;7cvwe~.s:iv_ingw_atecore
Saving fVa~er Punnership sample incentives
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To be eligible, projects must complete an application form and receive a subsequent
authorization letter before any fixtures are installed.
S 50.0(1 rebate H[T Toilets (1.28 gpf ur less)
5 10.00 rebate Flush Star Tank Toilets
S 5.00 rebate ur Frcc Showerheads 1 LO gpm)
S 3.0(l rebate or Free Bathroom Faucet Aerator (I.0 gpln)
SI OO.UU Ittaximum Washwisc Clothes R'ashcrs
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livererc~n Stnndnrd v.1.3 USer'S11anual
• The attached spreadsheet c:3n help you calculate the potential operational savings resulting from reducing the
building water use: htt~ww.,avin~water.org/docs/WATERCOSTCALCULATORsIs
Weter d Energy Coat Saving Estimate Spreadsheet
Eshmate Inv coal Senelns 9t wales sating daNGCgr InvtrvetlOne:
NOTE: Enter •M~rTalion In the yNlOw DOMCy Onlyl 1) Enter YO.J Erreryy. Wtaar entl $eONr cosh (per un<)
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• WaterSense Labeled High-Efficiency 1'oilcts. http;/hgww,epagov!watersense/pp!tind het.htm
• Appendix 4.1 Water C_onscrving F ixwr_es -_}19tere 7o finsi Them
Disclaimer The information nn this list is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended to
serve as a complete list of vendors, nor are any of the vendors endorsed. You should use your own judbnnent in
selecting any of the parties listed to assist in your project.
• Water and Energy Cost Saving Estimate Spreadsheet is available for dowmload ar.
+vww savingwater.orgidas/WA'1'F.R_CQSTCALCL'LATOR.xIs
• Water saving incentives for customers of a mcrnlJCr of the Saving Water Partnership:
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• Link to most comprehensive toilet test results:
htto:!'w•ww.cwwa.ca'~ lilesf~tap°/9'_~Llth%20@dition%20T'ull%20Reporll.pdf
• Link to free publications:
http:!hvw+v.cw w a. a.'tiezpub_e,asp
• Incentives are available for water saving laundry equipment for many utiliq districts in Washington
State. Sec h~:i:'wwy'.wash+viserel?at_e.com! for information and qualifying models.
• Incentives arc also available for coin operated laundries. See
• http:/!wwwsavingwater_org!dgcs/LaundryWiseapolicationRdf for more information.
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fLO4S RATE TABLE
Flow Rotes
Product 4-2
name/Product 4-I Additional Installed
CSI # Fixture T e Manufacturer Line Mandato Poinrs Fixture
Flush Valve
15400 Water C_ lose_t_ Toto 1.6 GPF I.3 GPF 1.6 GPF
Tank Type 1.1 / 1.6
15400 Water Closet MansField Eco Quantum I.6 GPF 1.3/(<t) GPF
1.3/(<1) 1.0/1.6
15400 Flush Valves Sloan WES I I I 1.6 GPF GPF GPF
Faucet, 1.0
15400 Lavafo Chica o I.5 GPM I.0 GPM GPM
Faucet, 22
} S4tX1 Kitchen Delta HUF 2A GPM I .S GPM GPM
2.0
15400 Showemends S romans ? G GFM i.75 GPM GPM
PROCESS
-Use the Eve!rgreerr Slnndcrrds to establish the minimum flow rate standards for various plumbing •
fixtures.
-Cse the flow rate table to compare GPF and GPM
-Work with your mechanical engineer and/or plumber to specify fixtures, based on the t:vergreen
Standards.
RESOURCES
sv~osi.grcensraLr~ -Anon-profit organisation promoting the manufacture, use and purchase of
environmentally responsible products and services.
htto:.','www.c~~wa ~npdf li.lcs'Map I I lh Edition 1-:ul_I Report I.~df -a comprehensive survey and
testing ofpopular toilet models.
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• SECTIOlY 5: E\F.RGY F.FFICIENCI'
Many utility providers in Washineton State offer incentives for energy efficiency in residential
construction. The following list is condensed from the'•Datnbase of State Incentives for Renewables
and Lifficiency" website. These incentives include new construction and rehabilitations and range from
complMC building et~iciency measures to individual measures. The complete list of incentives
available in Washington State can be found at htt :;+'~avyw.dsircusa_yr~, then click on new/updated
incentives
• Avista Utilities -Energy Efliciency Equipment Incentives, Home Improvement and New Home
Constntction Energy P.fticiency Incentives
• Benton PUD -Appliance Rebate Program, Energy EaTcient Manufactured Homes Rebate Pro~am,
Insulation and Ducl Scaling Rebate Program
• Cfaflam County t'UD -Residential SoJar& P.l~ciency Rebate Program
• Clark Public ltilities -Residential Energy Eficiency Rebate Program. Solar Water l leaser Rebate
• Cowlitz Counq• PUD - EncrgySf-TARE Plus Rebate Program, H2 AdvantagePhts Residential Heal Pump
Prc+~~am. Residential W'eatheri~ntion Plus Program
• Ferry County PUD111 -Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Pro~am
• Franklin Counh PUD -Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program, Solar Energy System Rebate
• Grant County PUU - EnergyStar New home Certification Pro~am, Residential Energy Efficiency
Rebate Program. Solar water He atcr Rebate
• Idaho Power -Rebate Advantage for New Manufactured Homes
• Inland Power &: Light Company -Residential Ener~v Efficiency Rebate Programs
• Klickitat PUD -Solar PV Rebate
• Mason County PU'D 3 -Appliance Rebate Program, Residential Ener~n• Improvement Rebate Program
• Modern Electric N'ater Company -Residential I-:fticicncy Rebate Program
• Okanog:m Count}• PUU -Rcsidcntial Energy Efficiency Rebate Program
• Orcas Power & l.i~t - Phrnovohaic Rcbsic, Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program
• Pacific County PUS -Solar NWater Heater Rcbatc
• Pacific Power -Energy Star New Homes Pro>~'ram, Home Energy Savings Program
• Pend Oreille PUD - Manufactured I tome Rebate Program
• Port Angeles Public Works ~ Utilities - ResideNial Energy Efficiency Rebate Program
• Puget Sound Ener~v -High Eliiciesncy Commercial Clothes Washer Rebate Program, Manufactured
Home Rcbatc Program. Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Pro~:uns
• Richland Energy Services -Rcsidcntial Energy Efficiency Rebate Program
• Seattle City Light -Multi-Family Residential Ener~.v Efliciency Rebate Pro~am, Residential Energy
Efliciency Rebate Pro~am
• Snohomish County PUD Nn I -Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program
• Vrr+ Irrigation District ml ~ - Energ} E1licienl Hot W'nter Tank Rcbatc Program
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There is an Almost endless list of products and strategies for reducing energy consumption in residential
housing. Some of these tcehnologies have been around for decades, while a number of them are on the cutting
edge of design and construction This section tries to wade [hrough claims and opinions to simplify [hr design
process for those design teams looking to reduce enerEy use even further. In the list that follows you will find
what we feel arc the most cost-effective approaches for aftordahle housing developers to reduce cncrgp
consumption in their buildings.
S7 Additional Reductions in Eocrgy lsc
Going Beyond thr Washington Statr F,nergr Codc
Additional Ri;dueUons In Ene Use
Sin le Famil and Mutti-Famil New Construction
Measure Level of Dlfflcu~ Relative Cost Ene Im act
Advanced Envelope Air Sealing Easy Low Hi h
Pro grl Installed Insulation I Medium Low K h
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~ Hi h Efficien Furnace Eas HI h Medwm
Ducts Inside the Conditioned S ace Hard Medium Hi h
Intem~ed~ete/Advanced Framin Medium Medium Hi h
Tess Water Heaters Medwm Hi h Low
Additional Reductions In Ene Use
Sin le Famil and Multi-Famil Rehab
Measure Level of Dlfflcult Relative Cost Energy Im act
Envelo eAirSealm Medwm _ Medwm H h
Attic Insulation w! Air Seali 14Aedium Med'mm Hgh
Wall Insulation Medium Medium Medium
Floor Insulation Ess Medium Medwm
CFL's Ees Low Low
Refri erator Re lecement Eas Medium Low
Duct Sealin Hard H h H' h
Heat Pum Commissionin Medium Low Low
Hi h Efficiency Furnace' Eas r HiUh Medium
High Efficency Water Heater' Easy i
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Framing and Air Scaling Critical Ihtails
A tight envelope is the single most critical I'cature of an energy efficient home. Air will leak through a building
envelope that is not well sealed and this leakage can account for between 2j to 40 percent of the energy used for
heating and cooling in a typical residence. In addition, this leakage of air decreases the comfort and efficiency of
a residence by allow moisture, cold drafts, and unwanted noise to enter and may lower indoor air quality by
allowing in Just and airbcxnc pollutants.
Once a house is sealed you will want to make sure there is adequate fresh air ventilation. It is better to use
controlled or active ventilation than to eel y on air leakage.
For specific framing please refer to the Northwest ENERGY STARS websitc
http:/!www.energvstar.gov!ia,'honte_improvement+home solutionxrdoefrarnin>;.ptif.
tnsulatinn Critical lleluils
Insulation is one of the keys to a comfortable. cnergv•efficient home. I Inwever. simply having the right amount
of insulation is not enough. II' insulation is not properly itutalled. a home can have excessive heat gain during
the summer and heat loss in the winter-forcing the heating and cooling systems to work overtime. Properly
installed insulation will completely blanket the home-exterior walls, ceiling, and tlntxs-wi[hout gaps, voids,
or compressions. and it will be in full contact with the interior air bamcv (fitt example, drywall). Continuous
scaling of the air barrier along the iiuuletion is also critical to protecting against moisture damage that can be
• caused by warns air flow through the insulation to colder surfaces where it can condense.
F'or specific insulation and sealing techniyucs, please refer to the Northwest ENERGY S'1'AR~ websitc
http~J;w_ww.energystar.cov/iarnartncn'publications/pubdocs/DlY Guide May 20OR~rdf as well as the C'fED
websitc.
High Performance I.Ighting
Designing a home with ENERGY Sl'AR yualified lighting is a highly cost~ffective and value added feature.
The following table provides an estimate of the cost savings that can be expected when an incandescent bulh is
replaced with an equivalent compact fluorescent.
ENERGY SAVINGS IN DOLLARS
Bulb Wattage Bulb Annual Total Cost Total cost Total cost
Type Cost Energy 1 Year 2 years 4 years
Cost
Incandescent 60 $0.50 $7.01 $7.51 $14.52 $28.53
Compact 14 $3.50 $1.64 $5.14 $ti.77 $10.04
Fluorescent
Savings 46 n/a $5.37 $2.37 $7.75 $18.49
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Every appliance comes with two price tags: what it costs to purchase and what it costs to operate and
maintain it each month. ENERGY S'I'AR qualified appliances incorporate advanced technologies and
use 10 to 50 percent less energy than standard appliances. From refrigerators to clothes washers,
ENERGY STAR yualified appliances save energy, save money. and help reduce emissions of
greenhouse gases and air pollutants at the source.
BENEFITS OF ENERGY S"fAR Qt1A1.IPIED APPLIANCES
• Lower 1!tility Bills. Appliances account for nearly 20 percent of the average household's energy use.
A comprehensive package of ENERGY S"I AR qualified appliances can save up to 5HU a year in energy
costs compared to standard appliances.
• improved Quality and Durahility. Energy-efficient appliances often include quality components
surpassing those found in standard appliances. These can result in fewer mechanical problems, longer
equipment lite. and in mam cases extended warranties.
• I.nhanced Perfi~rmanec. ENERGY STAR yualified appliances often outperfi~rm standard appliances
due to improved design and advanced technologies. For instance, some ENERGI' S I AR qualified
appliances include features that decrease operating noise. while others include technologies That reduce
water use.
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BRNGFII S OF ENERGY STAR QC:ILIFILD HEATING SYSTEMS
Lower lgility Bills - I:NERGI' Sl AR qualified heating systems arc designed to use less
energy than standard systems. When properly installed, these heating systems can save
money on utility hills.
Less Risk of Air Quality Problems -ENERGY STAR qualitied gas-fired boilers and
ILmaccs are designed to redact the risk of back draRing dangerous carbon monoxide
exhaust into the home.
Increased Durthility -Most F.NER(iY STAR qualitied boilers, furnaces, and heat
pumps employ advanced technologies and high quality cotponents. often resulting in
longer equipment life and longer warranties compared to standard models.
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HVAC Equipment and Ducts Inside the Licin>; Space
• In many living units, ducts are run through attics, crawlspace, basements and other unconditioned
spaces for convenience and practical reasons. However, ducts in unconditioned areas are a big source
of energy loss because of large temperature differences Ixtwecn air in ducts and the surrounding space.
and duct leakage. According to the 11.5. Department of Energy's publication. Bcncr Duct Systems for
Home Heating and Ctwling, energy loss in duchvork can account for over 25 percent of heating and
cooline energy needs of a house.
The practice of bringing ductwork into the conditioned space improves energy elTiciency and reduces
the likelihood of condensation and moisture problems. It can also reduce dust and other indoor air
quality concerns. To place ducts in conditioned space, builders use a variety of methods including
constructing bulkheads, dropped soffits, tray ceilings, running ducts through open-web Floor.joists, and
placing ducts in closets, conditioned crawlspaces and attics. Transfer grilles from bedrooms, combined
with central returns, simplify the process of bringing ducts into conditioned space.
DUCTS IN GNCONllI'fIONED ATTIC VS
DUCTS IN CONDITIONED SPACt:
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Ducts in Unconditioned
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Space
HVAC Materials' $252 $201
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HVAC labor $103 $100
Incremental Framing Cost
Incremental Drywall Cost 550
$282 .
Total $355 $633
Estimated Annual
Energy Cost Savings 520
(^'8% Total Energy Use)
"Material cost savings include shorter duct runs and smaller diameter ducts.
Intermrdiate and Advanced FraminK
Advanced fi•amine. also known as Optimum V;tlue Engineering (OVE), refers to a series of techniques
designed to use Icss lurnber in framing a house, thereby reducing material cost and use of natural
resources, and increasing the Icvel of insulation as a result.
OVI: advanced framing techniques include studs spaced at 3~{" oc ; 2-tout modular design that reduces
cut-off waste from standard-sized building materials: in-line framing that reduces the need for double
top plates; building corners with two studs; and using insulated headers over exterior building openings
(or using no headers for non-load bearing walls).
Initial Cost - Using OVI; techniques can result in reduction of cut-oR'wastc from standard-sized
building materials; reduction in the number of top plates needed. and reduction of number of studs in
• building comers and exterior bearing walls. Cost savings of hundreds of dollars (and even thousands)
are possible. The Natural Resource Defense Council estimates advanced framing techniques can
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reduce Gaming costs as much as $1 ?0 per square foot, and reduce the amount ol'wotxl used for
Gaming by I I to 19 percent. A Building America project cited showed Gaming cost reductions of
approsirnately $I.OS per square foul. •
Operational Cost -Higher energy efficiency resulting from decreased thermal bridging across
structural members can have a measurable impact on heating and cooling costs. In the Iluilding
America project, annual heating and cooling costs were reduced by 29.2%, or $293.
Tankless tauter Heaters
I ankles water heaters arc compact heating units that provide hot water as it is needed, and du no[
store hot water like traditional tank-type water heaters. When a hot water tap is turned on, water enters
the tankless water heater A sensor detects the water Ilow, and activates an electric or gas heating
device, which quickly raises the water temperature to a preset Icvcl. When water flow stops, the
heating clement shuts off. l hermostatically-controlled tankless water heaters vary their output
temperature according to water flow rate and inlet water temperature.
Initial Cost: 'I ankles water heaters range in price from $200 for a small electric under-sink unit, to
over $1,500 for ahigh-capacity. gas-fired unit. Installation costs can be slightly higher than tank-type
units, depending on whether powered vents, Pressurc•>Tcmpcra[ore valves. or large electric circuits are
needed. The potential living space afforded by a tankless unit can be up to 9 square feet. At $100 /s.f.
this translates to $900 of value. •
DOLLARS AND SENSF.
Operational Corr. tankless water heaters will cost about 10 to 20 percent less to operttc than standard
tank water heaters. "fhcy also can last up to twice as long as tank-type water heaters. In most cases,
these savings allow the homeowner to recover [he additional unit cost in a short period of time.
fie careful when evaluating the cost effectiveness of purchasing and installing electric tankless units vs
gas tankless units. While initial costs of electric units may he lower. energy vests tend to be higher
with electric units. Also, the power draw required ofelectrically powered tankless units can be quite
high. This requires additional circuits and heavier wiring which adds installation costs. One option for
dealing with this is evaluating occupancy rates to determine usage estimates -- lower occupancy units
tend to oHzr greater savings potential on a per gallon basis that make electrical units more affordable
long term.
Ina 200_ PA 1'H Field Evaluation, the unit cost was $SRS for an electric tankless water heater,
compared to $188 for atank-type unit. The higher price tag was offset by $SRh•car in energy savings
since the tankless water heater used 23.C% less energy; a payback of 6.8 years.
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Solar water heating is not meant to replace conventional water heating methods (gas/elcctric), but
rather to supplement them. The incoming water to an average home is 50°. Solar collccturs can mach
temperatures in excess of 180° on a ho[ summer day, but even on a cold cloudy Washington winter
day, most solar collectors will still get to around 60°. As long as the solar system is preheating water
above the temperature of the incoming cold seater. it is saving energy. When designing a solar water
heating system, three issues need to be considered: solar potential, type of collec[or, and type of system
Solar Potential in ~Vashingtun
• Sunlight: Washington gets between 2 and 6 hours of usable sunlight per day on average,
depending on the time of year. Thus solar hot water systems arc designed [o of~tset a portion of
the total energy usage, not replace com•entional hot water systems. Solar potential varies across
the state with the highest potential found east of the Cascades beriveen Yakima and Kennewick,
although any site in W'ashingtun gets a "good" rating from wvvwaindsular.com. A solar
professional can determine the solar potential for your specilic site.
• Cloud Cover: Abundant cloud cover and lower air density in the Northwest cause solar power
to be dit7uscd in the atmosphere. This makes it harder to collect, but also means that the
direction the collccturs face is not as important because the solar energy doesn't corm from one
particular angle.
• Snowfall: Be sure to luc;ate the system somewhere where it will not become covered with
snowfall
• 3 types of collectors
• Flat plate - an insulated weatherproofed hox with consisting of a dark absorber plate protected
under a transparent glass or plastic cover.
• f•.vacuated tube -parallel rows of glass tubes connected to an insulated tin. Gach glass tube
contains an inner tube made of heat absorbing metal. The air between the tubes is removed
(evacuated 1 creating a vacuum that prevents conductive and convective heat loss.
• Concentration - rellective surfaces reFlect solar energy unto an absorber containing water or
other heat transfer fluid
Types of systems (there are many types but all are categorized as either passive ur active)
• Passive -uses the physics of gravity and convection to move water through the system.
C'heapcr and more reliable than other types, but Icss versatile and vulnerable to freezing
u [latch heater (Integral collector-storage) systems -storage containers are placed in an
insulated box with a glazed side facing the sun. The surfaces inside the box reflect the
sun's energy into the containers
o Thermosiphon systems -water from the collector heats up and rises to the top of the
storage tank through natural convection as cooler water at the bottom o(the storage tank
circulates back into the collector. 'llte storage tank is installed above the collector in
order for thetmosiphoning « t occur The same principles can be used with a heat
exchanger anJ glycol mixture in a closed loop to create a freeze proof system.
• Active -uses pumps to move liquid through the system. More expensive due to electric pumps,
but generally more productive and versatile than passive types.
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o Open Loop (direct) systems -water is pumped through the collectors. heated, and
passed into the storage tank. Cheaper but not recommended for cold climates because of
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o Closed Lnop (indirect) glycol system - a glycoVwatcr mixture (antifreeze) is pumped
[brooch the collector and passes through a Heat Exchanger to transfer heat to potable
water. Common in climates Ilikc Washington) where freezing is a major concern.
o Urainback s}•stems - water is pumped into the ci~llec[ors and drains back into the
storage tank by gravity. 'fhe collectors remain empty when the pump is otT, allowing
such a system to be used in cold climates.
Ilow much will it cost:' r\nd what is the Return on investment (ROI)?
Visit y ww.lndsul~r.cum, a wcbsitr collaboration of the Department of Gnergy, the American Solar
linergy Society, and the Solar Electric Poever:lssociation.Click on the "M} Solar Estimator" button.
linter the information it requests and it will return instantly with the required system size, payback
period. annual utility savings. and even return on im'cshnent.
Paybacks vary widely and depend nn a number of factors, but generally a simple payback can be
expected in ~ to 8 Yeats on a well designed and properly installed system. After that, the net savings
(minus maintenance) accrue for the live of the system. generally I S to X10 years.
1 here are also links on the site to help you contact a solar professional that can determine how much
solar potential your specilic site has as well as rccomntend and install a suitable system.
You can find a list of Solar W'atcr Heating systems that have been rated for energy savings in Seattle,
W'ashing[on by the Solar Rating and Certilication Corporation (SRCC) here: In~_//saww.sol3r-
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• SECTION 6: MATERIALS BF.NF.NICIAL TO THE ENVIKONME?\T
In this section you will find a cast study in which many waste management techniques were
implemented and recorded. 'fhe study provides examples of a process and tips that will work for
nearly any construction waste management plan; no marier what the size. In their efforts to
implement a 75% waste managemem plan. Alliant Energy and W'asteCap Wisconsin Inc. learned
lessons including: how to position trash and recycling containers. etTective labeling techniques for
dumpsters. tips on creating recycling plans, designating who is in charge of recycling, etc. You
can find tips form the case study in "To Do" sections throughout the document.
In addition you will find an introduction to Waste Spec in this section, which is a collection of
specification language to assist green huilding designers.
In Appendix b.l you will find the full Alliant Energy case study, a Resource Venture waste
management guide including model specifications and information on waste management from
the 1?PA.
Resources:
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PROCESS
-Begin by establishing a waste diversion goal and discussing it with your contractor.
-Include this goal in the specifications.
-Make sure to establish a system of organisation with your contractor to keep accurate records of waste
diversion.
-Use the provided resources to locate local waste recycling ('acilities as well as information about
reducing waste through smart and efficient building practices.
RESOURCES
-Information about construction waste management from 'foolBase Services
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- Information on advanced framing from the U.S. Department of linergy
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-Sample construction waste management plans, specifications. 8c reporting templates
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,krUlitects all across the Untied mating recyclable waste. ers auoss the country pre-
States have Depun to recogrkze vx]IksflBels and Idms, end a senled an opportunity to deter-
thal regclirg constmdron list of further resources. (t in- rrMrre rawauccesslW U~Je
waste is an Important compe- dudes a diskette vAlh the sped- specifrcatlons were as a tool in
nent cf environmentally respon- fications lormaded for easy cut- achieving construction waste re-
sible design and construction 8ng and pasting Into an duclion In a wide variety of
Marry now indude provlsiore for archdeds stantlard spedfica~ projects- TJCOG therefore con-
coreslrucuon waste recycling eons. The manual was written laded customers and idenufietl
and reuse In their project sped- q' Triangle J Council of Gov Iwelve constructxm protads for
firatrcns. Because 50 to 80 per- ernmeMS (TJCOG) and two wfuch H'rmrSper was used
rant df construction waste rs re- RaleigR North Carolina. arcgt- tint for wMCn the arcMlects
usable or recyclable. aroNteds reds: Cheryl Walker with De- were vxlling tint able to provitld
and tl~r Dents want to ensure sign Harmony and Greg Flynn information on the waste and
that Ihe+r construction projects vnfh Abacot Architecture The cost Impact of using spedTx;a-
aro using resources m an eHl- authors also benefited hom the twos to reduce waste. In all but
dent and responsible manner advice of four dozen revnwrers one 01 the projects. the cost of
around the Untied Slates. Its Ih¢ po)ed remained die same
One of the tools available to he10 production was IurWed M' the or was reduced dznpared to
architects and engrtoeers valh U S Environmerrtal Protection vrhat II would have been ottler-
thr5lask ~ a manual Celled Agency. vase- These protects represent
R 2rfn~rrc: ,lfodd Sper•Ifirx• IoptiorB where IeMfill tipping
rfoni Jur funrrmrYiox N'mrr N'aareSprr was published in fees ranged from S 1710 5110 per
Rrdrrcaon. Rrxu. end Rro~- 1995 and has been purchased ton. The projects also Illustrate
rf/ng, The 114-page manual m.. try architects and engineers in (he variety of ways Nirar~fjm
dudea delaned speUfications. 38 of the 50 states. The tltstn options din be adapted to tlider-
Inlormauon for bidders on esh~ bWlon of H"anrstnrc custom- eM local situations.
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ale geDmre9nn of bb allemtle5 !w undertakap apecdlc recycbrp meaues a an
anenfabve la lendCNnq waste. Thre option aiUwa the owner b dHermirc whether
these aperrtatrve recycYng measures are economically ieasiDte-
Ot me 12 projetta In Ina TJCOG suavey none had used this partiwlar method of
addressing waste roduction m rts speciLwtio ns.
L"]rglnar option for the speceier b ro use language mat requree waste redudbn
mat. and rocyciirp b the fuYest aslant poasiDh Modal language b Ihls elrect Ia
ndudad m the {{'OStPS/)KC manual end two DreiedS intludetl In the TJCOG wa
vey usetl alb appMxh to wrainq specaKaDOns
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valVn n New York Lay Cpntractors wero regmred to 'en¢lemly use resou2es and
energyt0 tlb tlab9l Baem p065ID1e~ They ware etso requited la bxk Whal N95
recycled eM whero n Nara. Too OBmwbon Wleee nm Deen completed wean Ina
TJCOG survey was <ondxtetl. inn rocyctinq end selvage reduced proled pats
dump trts phao Ovar8.000 cuDlc yards of Drlck. cwicrete, end aln. 1 800 tons or
metals, and 1000 coon and whet arcndouurel elemenu Nero rocycbd or sal-
vaged
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Du90inq a rcw ooticC stalWn, the crcy 'encoura]ed' enemeG Ves to lardging 'In'.n~
extern p•xtiwC Tr@s weak Nnguego, however wB; fullowBd up by strung ve•I•nl
lncO~agEnxM rN inB pie-dematition meeurp and IMrodfler ElgntY-mroe Percent
of bt0 demetitlOn Waale WBB rocyUad. 8nd PmRU CA819 010 MI inCre89e
Items moat ce IncMed In IK draft Several propds m iM TJCOG survey used pug
apDroxh, which albws the partbs b npgotiab pow to BrrNmp el a boat pion.
Antioch Urrw;4ity wed {i'ay7eSpec' on a a8,000squaroaow roroveton rot Ua9-
room and emce sDece for m SeaDM WahlrpWn, cdmpuz, ThE successfW bidder
wag requlrod b e~mn a atilt Neale mBrlegBmem Wan Ihel nlC4de0 recycling or
several spocdiBO matenala Impiemenhng the recycling meaurea reauhed In a Z5
to 50°n red;xtIDn n pmJect costs
A YMCA renoueWn 81 the Pre9ldlo In $en FranCisnD ano usetl Ih6 approach wlh-
ON InpreB6ing grope costs ihre re PBnILLlany noRWOrthy OCtauat Ina local larlq
Iilifee was Doty 517 pdr run
A renovation IiwoMng two OOmmunay enters In puDlk housing in New Vork Crty
USe0 8 SlmilBr ppmach, whim ro8irlled In aids rp niphef Thin 1heY would have
been otherwbe.
Lvergra'<n Standard v.l.? Cser's ~4xnual
Erirkso n's Diversinod Corporation also speuhetl a draft waste managemert plan
for corstuction of its new corporate rteadquanets m Hudson, V/rsconrn. TM con-
• « actor bred an irdependeM waste manager to work with the srbcontradors and
contractor to set a realstlc waste euducbon goal and see Inat it wok met. A 75%
waste reduction goal was set and a~-heved wtltrorR addlrrg to project coats.
In Cimpel Hdl, Nonh Carolina, luwe's requue0 tha conracor in suhnnl a draft
waste management plan that Included ecycing o} spenlled Items dunng cormtruc-
6on o1 its t 33,000-square-toot hardware store Ths profad was the onty one or
those m the TJCOG sway that ropoRetl that costs did rot dmp or remain the same
due to new waste reducbon spedfications. The contractor roponed that They "broke
even al boss' fie reposed that the pmlect saved money due to avoided landhll leas
and revenue Imm recycing, DU tfat these savlrgs were offset by Iha cost of labor
to remove cortaminellon Irom the recycling conlamers The town s ecycling staff
n worMng wits the conuaaor to improve worker eduraDOn and container slgrts in
the fNixe
Another optron is to lorego a drag waste managemem plan aM direaty specify
Inat canals Gems volt be recyclBd, This approach was taken W fov of the users of
WasteSpec In the TJCOG survey
A 10,000-squaw-fool renovation o1 a house museum m Villariova. PennsyNarta.
required saNe9e, reuse. or regGing of a list of items dunng ooiebuction. Project
costs tlitl rot increase due to Ihese measures
For wmlruction al a 5.000-squaredoot concrete Diode oRice DWldmg in
Charbltesvtae. Vlrglma. the arctited spe~tied only that concrete scrap be retread
• on site Belore writing the spedOCatiorta. he had spoken with lopl representatives
acct sad deterrtnred that (here were not bol markets for recycleq coretrucDon
malenala Tras one waste reduction measure yraba6ly reduced' project oasts
Western Michgan Uhversity equred the Cortredor to separate and salvage or
recycle waste durrg a 250,000-square-loot renovation acct new CorWtruchon protad
et its Kalamazoo, Michgan, campus. The demolliwnphase of tha project was com-
plete when the TJCOG survey was condtctetl acct the amhtett reportetl Ihet waste
was reduced vnihout rarsing Drojed costs.
The City of Atatin spedlled that paRlcWar malenab were to De recycled during the
mrovatbn or two pmilc sects cumcs ins archeed reposed mat dot on mis pmieu
Oid not increase due to these provisions
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W hen construction of a Tldyman s grocery store m Spokane. Washngton, was
put uD for bid, each subcontractor was required to inclido a Ise item m ire bid for
disposal costs Ttss amourt was subu acted Irom Ilte hrel bid and an iMapendenl
waste manager was hrod to handle all waste recyckng acct dispOSel Waste man-
agemerd costs were 50% less than Ihoy would nave been whh the orlgirel bids.
and 18 tons o/ wrebudron wasto was recycled
(Laura Jewell aria MeredM Wvgate. gradwm atuaenu r tae Nanolm Scholl o! the
Enwmnman al Duke Unlwrs4y, groused trncel BetiwalKe in corMUCtng TJCOG'6 6uNey
O( N'n45ptc wars aria ceveaping the case studbaJ
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• SECTION 7: HEALTHY LIVING ENVIRONMENT
i-I Mandaurry: Pafnu nn.i I'rim~n mini curuhl} ~t ilh iurrrnl <irccn aril stantlnrds 6~r I~~t~~ Vf l(~ (valatilc
organic compound) limits. (See list of suppliers on ti~llowing pages)
7-2 Mandatory: Adhesives must comply with the most recent version of Rule 1168 of the South Coast Air
Quality Management District (SCAQMU 1168). (Sec list of suppliers on the following pages)
Caulks and sealants must comply with Regulation 8, Rule 51 of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District
(E3AAQMD 8-51)
This is the same standard that LEED-NC (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design -New Construction)
uses for their Indoor Em•ironment Quality credit 4.1. SCAQMD Rule I IG8 and BAAQMD Rulc 8-51 specify
certain maximum V(X' levels fur various types of adhesives and sealants. The limits are categorized as
"application limn' or "substrate limit:' Application limit refers to the manufacturer's recommended usage for
the product and is primarily for caulks and octants. Substrate limit refers to the substrate that the product is
bonding with and is primarily for adhesives.
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adhesive a lication limn SC AG1MD 1188
in rams liter BA A~MD 8-51
in rams r liter
Indoor Boor coven adhesive Not s ified 150
p Uca et ed 50 Not s IRed
wood 8ooring _ 100 Not clfied
sub8oor 50 Not cified
d wall and nefb 50 No! sp ecified
multi u e construction 70 20D
outdoor 8oortwvenn 150 250
sl le py roof material 250 250
nonmembrane roof installation Not s fied 300
swctural lazin 100 too
ceramic Gle 85 130
VCT and as It tits 50 Not s Red
cove base 50 150
erlmeter Doodad sheet vin 1 Not s cfied 66.0
adhesive {substrate IlmlO _
metal 30 30 ,
roux materials 50 120
wootl 30 120
pre-formed rubber 80 250
lastic foams 50 Not sp ecified
fibs lass 80 Not s cfied
all Others Not s ifred 250
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[vcrgrrcn Standard v.13 l ;er's ~1lanual
7-1 Mandatory: If using carpet, use the Carpet and Rug Institute's Green Label Plus certified carpet (and •
adhesive, if needed) and Green Label certified carpet pad. (See list of suppliers nn the following pages)
*Note: fhe following brief list ot'supplicrs was gathered in May/June 2008 and is not intended to be complete
or exhaustive
RESOURCES
~nncndi~ 7.1 I:ow/Nn VOC Products: Where to Find Them
1)isclaimcr: The information on this list is intended fur general information purposes only and is not intended to
serve as a complete list ul'vendors. nor arc any of the vendors endorsed. You should use your own judgment in
selecting any of the parties listed to assist in your project
Standard Requires:
Specify that all rnlerinr paints and primers must comply with current Green Scal standards fur low VOC
(volatile organic compound) limits.
Green Seal is an independent non-profit organization that promotes the use of em ironmentally responsible
products and services. Green Scal certifies products. but also provides standard fur manufacturers who du nut
wish to have their product ccrlificd. The Green Scal Standard for Paints and Coating GS-I ), formerly addressed
paints only, but as of May 12.2008 was combined with GC'-) to include Anti-Corrosive Paints. Since the FSll~
criterion only refers to rnterirn• paint, and primers, some limits in the standard are nut a required part of meeting
this criterion. A summury table of VUC limits is provided below:
Product Typc VOC level(in g/L)
Flat Topcoat 50
Non-Flat "Ibpcuat 100
Primer or Undercoat 100
Floor Paint I UU
Anti Corrosive Coating 250
Reflective Nall Coating* SU
Reflective Roof Coating * 100
Sourer. <irccn Scal Standard GS-I I, May 12.?008
•not applicable to the LSUS
You can find recommendations from the housing developers inking County on many building topics on the
Seattle Utlicc of Housing website http:+`'housinedesien.bloespot.com under "ScaGrccn Lessons Learned."
L.vrrgreen Standard v.1.3 l.'scr's Manual
• PROCESS
-Begin by using resources, such as www.greenseal.~, to determine what are safe anJ acceptable VOC levels
for paint and sealer products.
-Work with your architect and palming subcontractor to select and specify products that satisfy GreenSeal's
Vt~C requirements
RESOURCES
www. m.nscal.~ - Anon-profit organizalion promoting the manufacture, use and purchase of
environmentally responsible products and services.
httn:%%www.grccnbuiliicr_comisourceboi~kilinishcsadhesives.html -provides basic information about VO("s in
paint, scaler, and adhesive products as well additional links to manufacturers of low VOC
manufacturers.
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Evergreen Standard v.1.3 L'ser's M1lanual
titandard Requires: •
tipecify that all adhesives must comply with the most recent version ul' Rule 116R of the tiouth ('oast Air Quality
Management District (SCAQMD). saw~4'.a4md.T_c~y rul_catc~;?rcgl l rl lhR.p~11
All caulks and sealants must comply with Regulation 8 Rule 51 of the Bay Area Air Quality Management
District
h~://www.baaymd.>;ovldsUre>;ulations; indc~.htm
This criterion refers to two standards which deal with both indoor and outdoor air quality. Thew standards
provide definitions and technical informntion. 'they are updated periodically as the market adapts to the
standards and more low V(X products become available.
Adhesives:
A summary table from South Coast Air Quality Management District Rulc 1168 is provided below (amended
Januar} 7, 200$):
Architectural Applications Current VOC
Limit
Indoor Ca ct Adhesives 50
Carpet Pad Adhesives 50
Outdoor Ca ct Adhesives I50
VVuud Fluorin Adhesive 100
Rubber Flour Adhesives 60
Sublluor Adhesives 50
Ceramic Tile Adhesives 65
VCT and As halt Tile Adhesives 50
Drv bVall and Panel Adhesives 50
Cove Base Adhesives 50
Multipurpose Construction Adhesives 70
Strttcmral Glazine ,Adhesives 100
Single Ph Roof M11emhrane Adhesives 250
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Sexlxnts:
A summary table fmm the Bay Area AirQuality Management District Regulation R, Rule 51 is pmvided below
(Amended I I / 16.~ 94; 6!5196: I /7/98; 5/2/01):
_Sealant Current 1'OC Limit
Architectural 250
Marine Deck
Roadwa 's ~ 760
- Z50
Single Ply Roof Material
Installaliun/Rcpair
Kun membrane Ruof InstallationiRe air 450
300
Other 420
livergrzzn Standard v.13 Uszr's Manual
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SAMPLE CHECKLIST Of COMMONLY USED PRODUCTS
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6200 Caulks used In interior trim install DAP Beats The Nail 250 12.1
6400 Shower Surrounds
7840 Flrestop Caulking
7920 Sealants 8 Caulking
8410 Caulk Cs Interior Side of alum. Storefronts
9250 Adhesive to laminate GWB fo substrates
9250 AcousficSealant
9310 Tile Adhesive- Indoor locations
9310 The Sealant -Indoor Locations
9650 Resilient Flooring -all adhesives
9680 Carpet Adhesives, Pad Adhesives
12300 Cabinets-low VOC fa onsile adhesives
12300 Countertop installation -Low vOC
Adhesive
15000 Fire Sprinkler CPVC Adhesive
15000 Plumber's Caulk
15000 Plumber: primer at ABS. PVC
15000 Plumber: adhesive at PVC
15000 Plumber: adhesive at ABS
15000 HVAC: Duct Sealer
15000 HVAC: Duct Uner Adhesive
15000 HVAC: PVC welding _
15000 HVAC: Refri .Piping glue
16000 Electrical: Adhesive at PVC
Evergreen Standard v.t.3 User's ~4xnuxl
PROCESS •
Download the most recent version of Rule 168 of the South Coast Air Quality Management District for
adhesives requirements. www.agmd.eov'rulec're};%reel lirl IGB.Ddf
Download the most recent Regulation 8 Rule 51 of the Bay Area .4ir (juality Management District for caulks
and sealants requirements http:/hvww.haagmd.~ov,dst+'regulations/index.htm
Utilize the Sample Checklist of Commonly Used Products and identify Caulks. Adhesives and Sealants that may
be used in your project. Add to this checklist items that arc specific to your project but arc nut included on the
list.
Identity the maximum VOC content fur each product Gom the referenced standards and till this in on the
checklist.
Select products that meet these criteria and include them in your project specifications. Include submittal
nYµ+irements in the specifications and certification fi•om the rnntractor that the pmducts meet the VOC criteria
established.
When yvu receive the submittals use the checklist to verify compliance.
Lstablish a system for sire verification that installed products are the same as the submittals.
RESOURCES •
www.~reenseaLgr~ - Anon-profit organization promotin_ the tnanufacture, use and purchase of
errvironmentally responsible products and scnices.
ham:/hvww.greenbuildcr.voni wurcti:bgo_k. finishcsadhcsives.html -provides basic information about VOC's in
paint, sealer, and adhesive pnxlucts as well additional links to manufacturers of low VOC manul'acturcrs.
liverereen Standard v.l 3 Uur's Alanual
7-~l ilcalthv Livinc! hnvirunmcnt (;reen Label C'ertificd PloorCoverin~~s
Standard Requires:
Use the Carpet and Rug Institute's Circen Label Plus certified carpet (and adhesive, if needed) and (ireen Label
certified carpel pad.
The Carpet and Rug Institute provides testing standards for carpet, carpel pad, and carpet adhesive. The
following links will direct you to their list of manufacturers, and products that have been tested and meet their
requirements.
Green Lalxl Plus Carpet:
htt a~/~~ww_carpct-rug.ur~~commeroial-customers/ireen-buildine-and-the-envirunmen~,rcen-label-plus/green-
label- plus-~;arprt-list,e(m
Green Label Plus Adhesive:
htt p:%i wwv, .carpe t-rug.urw,commercial-eustomers/grcen-bui Idinx-and-the-env iromnenUpreen-label-nlus/tzreen-
labcl-Ulus-adhesive-I ist.c fm
Crcen Label Carpet Cushion:
• httn:/lwwsv:e:arpcl-ru~~.org%commercial-customerslereen-buildink-and-the-em•ironment/arcen-label-plus/green-
label-cushion-list.cfm
You can find recommendations from the housing developers in King County on many building topics on the
Seattle Office of Housing website http:~%hausingdesign.blo_gsp~t cum under "SeaGreen Lessons (.earned."
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fhe following list of bath fans is an excerpt fmm the Enerey Star product list. See taw~a.enerevstar.>;ov for the
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Standard Requires:
Install Energy Star-labeled power vented fans or range hoods thaz exhaust « 7 the exterior.
Fhe following list is an excerpt from the I~ncrgy Star product list. Although the list of Energy Star rated range
hoods is extensive, only one product is available in our region (with three color options). See
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Compliance with this mandatory criterion is simply a matter of meeting the royuircmcnls of the Washington
Slate Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Cude (VIAQ1. The code in force as of 2008 is the ?006 edition.
The VIAQ requires dwelling units in buildings uF4 stories or less [o be provided with whole house ventilation.
• l or dwelling units with non-ducted heat, this requires an exhaust fan that operates on a timer, or continuously at
a low volume in combination with Gosh air supply. Usually, the fresh air is supplied through openings in
window frames or through wall ventilator, but it can also be ducted.
For units with a forced air system. the fresh air supply can he integrated with the I'urced air system. The
minimum and maximum CFM of the whole house ventilation system is listed in "Fable 3-~ Ventilation Rates for
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Dwelling units in buildings ofmore than four stories must comply with section 304. •
The V[AQ code allows the use of ASHRAE standard 62. I -2004 as an alternate compliance approach to section
304. ESDS 7-7 allows the use ofASl IRAF: 62.2-20114: however, this compliance path is NOT allowed by the
V I AQ code.
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integrated with a forced air heating system. Figure 2 depicts a whole house ventilation system using an exhaust
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Standard Requires:
Size heating and cooling eyuipment in accordance with the Air Conditioning Contractors of America Manual,
Parts J and S. This is to prevent short-cycling of heating or air conditioning and to ensure adequate
dehumidification. tae Air Conditioning Contractors of America Manual D to determine the correct due[ size
when new ductwork is being installed.
Although you may nut be familiar with the ACCA Manual, the mechanical contractor will be. It is the standard
reference by the 2006 Intemational Residential Code, as well as the 2(106 Intemational Mechanical Cude.
HVAC Equipment Sizing:
In Washington State when a project applies Cor a building pennil, they arc required to submit heating equipment
sizing calculations along with their energy code compliance forms. Sometimes this calculation is dune by a
mechanical engineer. but it may also he done by the architect.
PROCESS
Washington Smote University lixtension Energy Program has developed spreadsheets to provide an easy way to
perfomt the calculations and show compliance with the energy code. Included in these spreadsheets is a Heating
• Equipment Sizing form.
Some municipslities have amended the Washington State Energy Code and may have their own version of the
spreadsheet which is modified for their specific climate. To comply with the requirements of this criterion.
simply provide the Heating Equipment Sizing form for the appropriate occupancy and climate, which are
available for download.
RESOURCES
Code technical support page is ac help:%~wwtiv.ener vg wsu.cduicgde/
Energy code compliance form For climate zone I, Croup R1 and R2 occupancy.
Microsoft Excel file is available for download at:
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Microsoftt Excel lile is available fur download at:
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Energy code compliance forms for climate zone 2. Group RI and R2 occupancy.
Microsoft Excel file is available for download at:
help:i!www.enerw.wsu.edu'd~xuntents'codrhvsec200~:Pr~scriptive Zone'_' KI 2006.x1s
P.nergy code compliance forms for clirnatc zone 2, Group R3 and R4 occupancy.
Microsoft Excel file is available for download at:
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Duct sizino,:
1'he criterion requires project teams to use the .Air Cunditiuning Contractors of America (AC CA) Manual I) for
sizing ductwork. lltis is also the stahdard reyuired by the 2006 Intematiunal Residential Code and the 2(106
International Mechanical ('ode (section 603.2) for ductwork within individual dwelling units. The project will
meet this requirement through compliance with applicable Washington State codes.
You can Lind reconunendatiuns from the housing developers in King County un many building topics on the
Seattle Office of Housing wehsitc http:/:7lousinedesian.hlugspol,~om under "SeaGreen Lcssuns Learned."
Standard Requires:
If storage water heaters are installed in interior spaces -provide an auxiliary drain or catch pan that drains to the
exterior of the building. Por I IVAC equipment, provide auxiliary drain pans when required by code. Insure that
any catch pans or drip pans minimize standing water.
Useful code references:
IRC Section M 141 1.3: For requirements on providing condensate drains for cooling equipment.
ASHRAG 62.2-2(1(17 action B4: 'lt is important that I IVAC' systems be designed. built operated and
maintained in a way that discourages the growth of biological contaminants. This means that condcnsare drain
pans need to he sloped to the drain. condensate drains be mairttarned frcY; olobstructions, canting coils he
n,arinu+in~d free of din and other obstructions and That any cause of moisture inside ducts he investigated and
e(iminalc~ ..'.
Standard Requires:
In wet areas. use materials that have smooth, durable, cleanable surfaces. lk, not use mold-propagating materials such as
vihyl wallpaper and unsealed grout.
Flooring materials that work welt in wet areas:
Ceramic ('ite
Sheet Viml
Vinyl Cumposilion Tile (VC`I'J
Countertop materials:
Plastic Laminate
Composites (Napcrstone. ttichlite, Avonite)
Ceramic Tile
Walls and Ceilings:
1'se non-flat paints in areas with moisture (kitchens, bath, and laundry ruomsl.
In bathrooms avoid wood base, use rubber or ceramic Cite. Also, consider a wainscot of ceratnic rile or plastic •
laminate.
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Pmvidc vapor barrier under interior concrete slabs.
For projects using the International Building (:ode (IBC):
When waterprooting is required by IBC Section t 807.3, compliance with section 1807.3 will also meet the
rcyuirement of this criterion.
For projcctc using the International Residential Code (IRC):
IRC section R602.63 also requires a 6 mil vapor retarder. This standard increases thejoint lap to 1 foot where
the code rcyuires 6 inches.
This criterion has several components:
I . Design the building envelope to prcven[ water intrusion lhmugh proper detailing of openings:
Consult the Northwest Wall and Oiling Bureau technical documents or hire a third party envelope
consultant to review building emelope details. Technical documents arc available for free to architects.
• See the K WCB website at awtiv.mvcb.org.
2. Dampproof or waterproof below Trade walls that enclose interior spaces:
The criteria references IRC section R406. for project using the 2006 IBC, section I RO7.2? has a similar
requirement to that of the IRC. Compliance with the IBC also meets the requirements of this section of
the criterion, but the use ofnon-tonic form release agents is not a requirement of the IBC or the IRC.
3. Specify nun-toxic form release agents for concrete foundation walls.
Clarlficutlun: The use of nun-rorir form release agents u• nor a reyuiremenl of the /BC ur the IRC
4. Divert site water away tmm buildings by:
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• Sloping walks, patios and stairs to drain away from building (within accessibility limits).
• Pmvidc foundation drainage where required by soils report and code.
• It'sturmwater is nut tight lined to a municipal stormwater or sanitary system, terminate downspouts
as far as possible from foundations and provide a splash block.
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Standard Requires:
Provide a continuous air barrier behvicen the conditioned (living) space and any unconditioned garage space to
prevent the migration of any contaminants into the IivinG space.
I he isolation of the garage from habitable areas of the residence is not jus[ a matter of indoor air quality, but
also a matter of fire protection. TItC section 309:2 rcyuires %"gypsum board applied to the garage side on walls
shared with residen[ial units, and >/K" type X gypsum board on the ceiling when the garage is under a habitable
room.
IBC section 406.13 has a similar requirement, with the added requirement that doors into habitable spaces fmm
garage he self-closing and self-latching.
Compliance with these code sections will fullill the requirement to "provide a continuous air barrier' between
the garage and the living space.
Standard Requires:
C'lathes dryers must be exhausted to the exterior. •
For projects that are not regulated by the IRC refer to 2006 1MC section 504. Compliance with either code will
meet the requirements of this criterion.
Standard Requires:
$eal all wall. floor and joint penetrations to prevent pest entry. Provide rodent and corrosion proof screens (e.g..
capper or stainless steel mesh) for large openings.
Refer to 21106 IBC Appendix F for specific guidance on prevention of rodent entry.
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following is an excerpt from the EPA's "Renova[c Right" brochure
Beginning April 2010, federal law will require that contractors performing renovation. repair and painting
projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care Yacilitics, and schools built before 1978 to be certified
and follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination.
Even before contractors are required to he certified and follow specific work practices, [he contractor should
Follow these three simple procedures, described below:
I .Contain the work area. Thc area should be contained so that dust and debris do not escape from that area.
Warning signs should be put up and heavy-duty plastic and tape should be used as appropriate to:
• Cuver the floors and anv furniture that cannot he moved.
• Seal offdoors and heating and cooling system vents. These will help prevent dust or debris from getting
outside the work area.
2. Minimize dust. There is no way to eliminate dust. but some methods make less dust than others. for
example, using water to mist areas before sanding or scraping; scoring paint before separating components: and
prying anJ pulling apart components instead of breaking them are techniques that generate less dust than
• alternatives. Some methods generate large amounts oflead-contaminated dust and should not be used. They are:
• Open flame burning or torching.
• Sanding, grinding, planing, ncedlc gunning, or blasting with power tools and equipment not equipped
with a shroud and HEPA vacuum attachment.
• Using a heat gun at temperatures greater than 1100°f.
3. Clean up thoroughly. The work area should be cleaned up daily to keep it as clean as possible. When all the
work is done. the area should be cleaned up using special cleaning methods before taking down any plastic that
isolates the work area from the rest of the home. The special cleaning methods should include:
• Using a I IEYA vacuum to clean up dust and debris on all surfaces, followed by
• Wet mopping with plchty of rinse water.
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Standard Requires:
Provide a manual that includes the following: a routine maintenance plan; instructions far all appliances, I IVAC
operation, water-system turnoffs, lighting eyuipment and other systems that are part of each occupancy unit; an
occupancy turnover plan that descrihes in detail the process of educating the tenant shout proper use and
maintenance of all building systems; and, information on how to maintain the green features of the site,
inc4uding a44 vemi4ation tans, paving materials and landscaping.
To fulfill this requirement make sure to include Operation and Maintenance Manuals in the project specification.
'Phis section requires the contractor h[ provide operating information for all building eyuipment, as well as
maintenance and cleaning instructions for materials. See Appendix l.l.b
CT6D is currently developing criteria for the Ckcupant 'vlanual. More information is expected by mid ?009
Resources
W'achington Green Suppliers and Professionals
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This Verification form should be signed and filled out by the Contractor.
Signing this form certifies that all Waste Management Techniques aro
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Sub Contractor
WASTE MANAGEMENT ~
Trade Name: Brick Mason (Example) Estimated Waste Quantify.
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Reuse On-Site brick and concrete bin 15
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grlcks _I Recycle
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damaged I Reuse On-Site brick and concrete bin n tons
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Contractor. Signing this farm certifies tha+ olt Waste Monogement
Techniques are implemented as desi,gnotE; d.
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