An in-depth guide to greening industrial and commercial facilities
This GreenSource book is a valuable strategy and planning resource for saving money and energy by implementing sustainable production and business operations. Green Facilities: Industrial and Commercial LEED Certification examines a wide range of sustainability factors and reveals how to control costs through focused attention on reduced energy consumption, enhanced equipment efficiency, consistent maintenance, and more-flexible building and human resource management. Specific industry resources for each strategy are included in this practical guide.
GREEN FACILITIES: INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL LEED CERTIFICATION COVERS:
- LEED certification and other sustainability programs
- Indoor health and thermal comfort
- Utilities, including renewable energy and on-site energy generation
- Operations--indoor chemicals, water management, lighting, cleaning, and more
- Building features, such as doors, windows, loading docks, insulation, and air infiltration
- Exterior features, including landscaping, paving, shading, siding, roofing, and more
- Web resources, software, and government and utility programs