Green Building Guidelines Meeting the Demand for Low-Energy, Resource-Efficient Homes (KTE0062). Contents
CHAPTER 1 Community and Site Planning
Land Development
Smart Growth
Principles of Smart Growth
What is a Traditional Neighborhood Development (TND)?
Incentives for Developers and Builders
Brownfield Sites
Greyfield Sites
Scattered-Lot Infill Sites
Open Space and Building Clustering
Greenfield Sites
Paved Areas
Stormwater Management
Case Study: Bigelow Homes, Chicago, Illinois
Land Development – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
Site Planning
Green Site Planning in Higher Density Developments
Green Site Planning in Lower Density Developments
Site Planning for Solar Access
Reduce Site Disturbance
Landscaping
Site Planning – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
Construction Waste Management
Why Bother?
Developing a Waste Management Plan
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Case Study: Construction Waste Management
Strategies to Minimize Waste Generation
Strategies for Waste Recycling
Construction Waste Management Procedures – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
CHAPTER 2 Renewable Energy
Passive Solar Design Strategies
Following the Sun
Shading South-Facing Glass
Shading East- and West-Facing Glass
Windows Terminology
The Nature of Solar Radiation
Choosing Glass in Various Climates
NFRC Definitions
Examples of South-Facing Glass in Various Climates
‘Tuning’ Glass With Low-E Coatings
Shading Glass With Overhangs and Landscaping
How to Use Thermal Mass
Thickness of Thermal Mass
Ways of Providing Thermal Mass
Case Study: Passive Solar Design
Case Study: An Affordable, Energy-Efficient Passive Solar Home
Passive Solar Design – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
Solar Water Heating Systems
Thermosyphon Systems
Direct Circulation Systems
Drain-Back Systems
Closed Loop Systems
Batch/Integral Collector Storage Systems
Design and Installation Recommendations
Pre-Plumbing for Solar Water Heating
Solar Water Heating – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
Solar Photovoltaic Strategies
Inverters
Orientation
Talk to an Experienced Professional
Interconnection Agreements
Financial Incentives
Case Study: Energy Independence Through Photovoltaics
Photovoltaic Strategies – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
CHAPTER 3 The Building Envelope
Why the Envelope Is Important
What Does the Envelope Include?
Building Science in Transition
Foundations
Moisture Control Techniques
Walls and Floors
Framing Efficiency
Wall Cladding/Exterior Surfaces
Roofs
Insulation and Air Sealing
Vapor Retarders
Air Leakage Driving Forces
Air Infiltration Control
Air Infiltration Control Checklist
Air Infiltration Control Diagrams
Windows
The Building Envelope – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
CHAPTER 4 Energy Efficiency
Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
Ductwork Versus No Ductwork
Heating System Options
Air Conditioning System Options
Evaporative Coolers
Sizing and Designing Systems
Heating and Air Conditioning Systems – Rules of Thumb
Manual J Example
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
Heating and Air Conditioning Equipment
Air Conditioning Equipment
Variable Speed Units
Heat Pumps
Heating Equipment
Geothermal Heat Pumps
Air Source Heat Pumps
Efficient Duct Design and Installation
Efficient Duct Design and Installation Diagrams
Duct Installation Tips: High-Priority Leaks
Duct Installation Tips: Low-Priority Leaks
Additional Duct Design and Installation Recommendations
HVAC Controls: Programmable Thermostats
Air Conditioning Equipment – Rules of Thumb
Heating Equipment – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
Water Heating
Water Heater Efficiency
Insulate Hot Water Tank and Lines
Reducing Losses at Remote Fixtures
Set Water Heater to 120 Degrees
Alternative Water Heating Systems
Water Heating – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
Lighting
Daylight
Compact and Other Fluorescent Lighting for Indoor Use
Recessed Lighting
Outdoor Lighting
Occupant and Photo Sensors, Dimmers, and Other Controls
Energy-Efficient Lighting – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
Appliances
Buy ENERGY STAR® Appliances
Refrigerators/Freezers
Dishwashers
Ovens, Stoves, and Ranges
Clothes Washers
Clothes Dryers
Energy-Efficient Appliances – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
CHAPTER 5 Efficient Water Use
Indoor Water Use
Low-Flow Toilets
Low-Flow Faucets
Low-Flow Showerheads
Appliances and Recirculating Systems
Leaks
Plumbing Hardware/NSF Certification
Potable Water Quality
Efficient Interior Water Use – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
Outdoor Water Use
Xeriscaping With Native and Drought-Resistant Plants
Xeriscaping and Landscaping Planting Plans
Minimizing Use of Lawn Turf by Using Native Grasses
Pervious Materials
Irrigation Technology: Timers, Sensors, and Other Controls
Drip Irrigation
Wastewater Treatment and Reclaimed Water
Rain Catchment
Greywater
Case Study: Wastewater Treatment
Efficient Exterior Water Use – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
CHAPTER 6 Indoor Environmental Quality
Indoor Air Quality. Green Building Guidelines Meeting the Demand for Low-Energy
Preventing Pollution From Attached Garages
Radon Control Measures
Sample Ventilation Plans
Filtration Techniques
Combustion Safety
Controlling Indoor Humidity
Build Vented Storage Space for Toxic Materials
Range Hoods Ducted to the Outside
Don’t Oversize
Air Movement
Air Sealing
Acoustics
Light Intensity and Quality
Fireplaces and Stoves
Sealed Combustion Furnaces or Boilers
Sealed Combustion Water Heaters
Bathroom Exhaust Strategies
Indoor Environmental Quality – Rules of Thumb
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
CHAPTER 7 Materials
Selecting Green Materials
Material Reuse
How to Find Green Material Suppliers
Green Materials by Category
Foundations
Walls and Floors
Forestry and Lumber Programs
Wall Cladding/Exterior Finishes
Roofs
Insulation and Air Sealing
Insulation Types
Windows
Finishes
Materials – Rules of Thumb
Case Study: Material Savings/Framing Techniques
Case Study: Material Savings/Value-Engineering Techniques
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
CHAPTER 8 Operation and Maintenance
What the Builder Can Do in the Design Process
What the Homeowner Can Do
O&M Recommendations for Homebuilders & Homeowners
Additional Resources
Web Resources
Interactions
General References
Green Building Programs
National Programs
Local Programs
Ways to Search for Other Green Building Programs
Green Building Checklists
Built GreenTM Checklist
LEED® for Homes. Green Building Guidelines Meeting the Demand for Low-Energy
