|
Published in ASHRAE Journal , November 2004.
Krishnan Gowri, PH.D., Member ASHRAE
http://www.energycodes.gov/implement/pdfs/sustainability.pdf
This article elaborates on ASHRAE GreenGuide, BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method), Green Building Challenge, and LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). It explains the structure of the rating systems and explains how and where certain credits or points can be attained such as: sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, Indoor Environmental Quality and Innovation and Design Process. Although green building rating systems are voluntary, "(G)reen building rating systems are transforming the construction industry by focusing on high-performance, energy-efficient, economical and environment-friendly buildings.
|
The following registered logos and trademarks are used throughout the EBTRON website: BACnet® is a registered trademark of American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). MODBUS® is a registered trademark of Modbus Organization, Inc. 'USGBC®' and related logo is a trademark owned by the U.S. Green Building Council® and is used with permission. 'LEED®' and related logo is a trademark owned by the U.S. Green Building Council® and is used with permission.
©1984 - 2011 Ebtron, Inc., 1663 Hwy 701 S, Loris, SC 29569, Phone: 1.800.232.8766
Privacy Statement
|
