PGAV's Best Management Practices

VISION has developed a Top 10 List designed to help our clients and project teams design more responsible buildings. Along with 7 LEED prerequisites, these 17 steps are sure to get you on your way to greener buildings.

Prerequisites:

* Erosion and Sedimentation Control (designed to LEED standards)
* Fundamental Building Systems Commissioning
* Minimum Energy Performance (ASHRAE 90.1 compliance or better)
* Zero CFC Use in HVAC&R Equipment
* Storage & Collection of Recyclables
* Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance (ASHRAE 62 compliance or better)
* "No Smoking" Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control (designed to LEED Standards)

TOP TEN LIST

1. Alternative Parking Capacity
Do not exceed local parking capacity zoning
2. Landscape / Non-Roof
Garage, Shade, High-Albedo Materials, Permeable Paving, Building Orientation
3. Landscape / Roof
White Roof, Insulation
4. Water Use Reduction
Inside / Outside, Landscape & Irrigation, Low-flow Fixtures
5. Construction Waste Management
Include management strategies in Specs and pre-bid meeting notes; manufacturer packaging options; recycling containers (or instructions) for metal, carboard, insulation, etc.
6. Construction Indoor Air Quality
Include in your Building Specifications
7. Materials - Recycled, Regional and Renewable
For all building materials; start with Color-dot system in PGAV library
8. Lighting
Light Pollution, Efficient Lighting Design, Occupancy and Motion Sensors, Daylight and Building Orientation
9. Low VOC Materials & Finishes
Include in Specs. Adhesives, Sealants, Paints, Carpet, Composite Wood and Agrifiber
10. Indoor Chemical & Pollutant Control