PRINCIPLES OF GREEN BUILDING DESIGN GAINING THE COMPETITIVE EDGE

Jeanne Perantoni, AIA, LEED AP - CEO June 18, 2014 William Paterson University – Passaic County Dept. of Economic Development

ROLE OF THE ARCHITECT is to LEVERAGE RESOURCES… A commitment to buildings that have a minimal negative impact on environment, are energy efficient, durable, life-affirming, healthy, and re-generative.

REDUCE ENERGY-USE, ENHANCE OPERATIONS, IMPROVE COST FLOW AND BENEFICIAL USE

IMPACT OF BUILDINGS

Past Practices & Designs produced buildings that accounted for

•72% of electricity consumption •39% of energy use •38% of CO 2 emissions •40% of raw materials use •30% of waste output •14% of potable water consumption

…all in the name of providing What’s New, Super-Sized,

Trendy, Replicable, & Disposable

TO BE SUSTAINABLE & COMPETITIVE…THIS NEEDS TO CHANGE

APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE To

transform

the way buildings, sites, and communities are built and operated to provide a socially-responsible,

THE IMPACT OF INDIVIDUALS

Create building projects and sites

healthy, and prosperous

that operate as cleanly, beautifully, and efficiently as nature’s architecture

environment that will

regenerate resources

Green Globes / GBI

and

improve the quality of life

KNOW WHAT GREEN COSTS “FIRST COST” versus “LIFE CYCLE COST”

2% investment in green can significantly lower operating costs for life of the building Sustainable Building Technical Manual

Public Technology, Inc. & The US Green Building Council

GETTING TO GREEN

GREEN BUILDING CERTIFICATION

a Point System verifying METRICS and promoting BEST PRACTICES

WHAT MATTERS MOST:

energy savings, water efficiency, reduced CO 2 emissions & waste, improved IAQ, enhanced stewardship of resources & bio-diversity

Energy & Atmosphere

REDUCTION IN USE OF FOSSIL FUELS & ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION

Sustainable Sites

MINIMIZING DISTURBANCE TO ECOSYSTEMS & POLLUTION TO WATERWAYS

Water Efficiency

CONSERVATION & REUSE

Materials & Resources

RENEWABLE RESOURCES REUSE & RECYCLING

Indoor Environmental Quality

HEALTHIER ENVIRONMENT FOR ENHANCED HUMAN PERFORMANCE

UTILIZING WEB RESOURCES

GETTING TO GREEN

BEGIN WITH ENERGY AUDITS

Energy & Atmosphere REDUCTION IN USE OF FOSSIL FUELS & ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION

CASE STUDY: Energy Audits of 83 buildings total 4.32 million square feet Energy costs $13 million OUTCOME:

• Defined $26 M in improvements to

save $3 to $4 M per year

• SCIA Solar Program 1

st tranche will save $18.35 million over 15 years

• SCIA Solar Program 2

nd tranche is expected to achieve similar savings

Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs)

Eligible for ESIP Lighting Retrofits & Upgrades Occupancy Sensors HVAC & Controls Upgrades Electric to Gas Conversions Boiler Replacements Chiller Replacements Building Management Systems Building Envelope Improvements Combined Heat & Power Renewable Energy Micro-Grids

INVESTIGATE METRICS

Review Options…

Average Simple Payback Projections on Retrofit Projects

• • Appliance Replacement Window AC Replacement • • • Lighting and Sensors Retro Commissioning Controls Boilers Domestic Hot Water Equipment Conversion HVAC Systems Building Envelope Improvements 4.6

5.7 7.6

8.5 15 16 21 35 65 98

GETTING TO GREEN

Sustainable Sites MINIMIZE SITE DISTURBANCE TO ECOSYSTEMS TO WATERWAYS TO HABITATS

CASE STUDY: NEPTUNE MIDTOWN COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

• Reduced impervious coverage • Bioswales to recharge runoff into groundwater • • Rooftop garden to reduce runoff Green parking strategies

OUTCOME: 100% storm water retention

GETTING TO GREEN

Sustainable Sites MINIMIZING DISTURBANCE TO PRISTINE ECOSYSTEMS, PRESERVING LAND, ENHANCING STEWARDSHIP & ACCESS TO WATERWAYS

CASE STUDY: ALLEMUCHY MIXED USED DEVELOPMENT IN HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY ENRICHED BY NEW PARKLANDS & ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GETTING TO GREEN

Prior to Planting Begins – year one Shade trees taking root – year two

Water Efficiency CONSERVATION & REUSE    

CASE STUDY: NEPTUNE MIDTOWN COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

 Stormwater infiltration to create mini wetlands/bioswales on site (Standard) Low flow plumbing fixtures (Specialty) No flow fixtures such as waterless urinals, composting toilet Rainwater harvesting  Sustainable, native plantings Monitors and educational signage

OUTCOME: 50% water use reduction

Bioswales – year three

GETTING TO GREEN

CASE STUDY: PEQUEST FISH HATCHERY ANALYSIS FOR NEW INTERPRETIVE CENTER

Water Efficiency MAPPING OF RESOURCES WITH AIM TO CONSERVE, REUSE, & ENHANCE

GETTING TO GREEN

Materials & Resources RENEWABLE RESOURCES REUSE & RECYCLING

CASE STUDY: PASSAIC HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM RENOVATIONS Reuse/refinishing of existing materials

•Refinish wood stage (low-VOC products) •Retain existing HVAC systems •Re-use existing ceiling assembly •Repair existing concrete floor •LED conversion of light fixtures

(Re-use instead of replace mentality)

Recycling of all construction waste OUTCOME: 80% recycling of waste (at a minimum!)

GETTING TO GREEN

Materials & Resources RENEWABLE RESOURCES REUSE EXISTING & RECYCE

CASE STUDY: PASSAIC HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM RENOVATIONS Sustainable Materials

• Side wall panels utilize composite wood veneer panels • Carpet with high recycled content • Extra long lifespan of new seats • Low VOC paint to reduce off gassing • LED lighting used for house lights

OUTCOME: Improve the carbon neutrality of project improve Indoor Air Quality

GETTING TO GREEN

Indoor Environmental Quality HEALTHIER ENVIRONMENT FOR ENHANCED HUMAN PERFORMANCE

CASE STUDY: NEPTUNE SCHOOL

• Abundant Natural Daylighting • Energy-saving controls & monitors • Geothermal heating/cooling • Low VOC materials throughout • Healthy, quiet underfloor air delivery • Flexible power grid & power source • Operable windows with openings that promote natural ventilation • CO 2 Monitors & IAQ Sensors

OUTCOME: 20% reduction in absenteeism 20+% improvement in test scores 35+% energy savings over code

BENEFITTING FROM GREEN

CASE STUDY: NEPTUNE MIDTOWN

Underfloor Displacement Air System Focus on Healthy Indoor Air Quality Improved Thermal Comfort & Protected Infrastructure Assets Ventilation

Understand your role in making critical investment decisions to maximize savings and promote sustainable outcomes

• Change your PERSPECTIVE … think long-term • Begin with ENERGY AUDIT … benchmark baseline • Understand METRICS … the impact of small steps • Factor in LIFE-CYCLE COSTS

…

maximize ROI by controlling energy use & operational expenses • Be aware of MARKET SHIFTS … investigate new products, grant opportunities, tech changes, etc.

Start EARLY & Plan LONG-TERM

Base decisions on Life-Cycle Cost Comparisons that include Maintenance & Replacement Costs

CD CONST T/O SD DD CD BID Time

Investment Changes are best made early in the Design Process

ACCEPT CHANGE

INCREMENTALLY

Attitudinal Change: 2000-01 We don’t know where to start… or what it means!

2002-03 CHECKLISTS are point chasers… that divert money 2004-05 Green is OK but …certification is too costly & difficult 2006-08 LEED helps us manage… but Gold Rating is too expensive 2010-12 Once you start, Gold is attainable on most projects . If we commit and apply what we have learned…it just happens.

THE IMPACT OF INDIVIDUALS

BEHAVIORS changed by Decisions…ACTIONS influenced by Conv enience

95% 5%

PSYCHOLOGY OF BEHAVIOR

What Drives our Behavior?

95% Non-conscious Behavior • Learned / Modeled • Triggered • Hard-wired 5% Conscious Behavior 5% 95%

PSYCHOLOGY OF BEHAVIOR

How is this useful?

It creates a roadmap for motivating change!

1.

Research New Models & Show Benefits 2.

Get Staff Commitment & Buy In 3. Use Visual Prompts & Reminders 4. Use Social Norms to encourage group behavior 5. Use Incentives – praise, feedback, rewards….

6. Make it Convenient & Easy to Implement 7. Persuade through Communication Strategies

WHAT GREEN REALLY PROVIDES

WHAT IS A 1% INCREASE IN PRODUCTIVITY WORTH TO YOUR COMPANY?

2% investment in green can yield significant ROI dividends by increasing productivity over the life of building operations Salaries 92%

Based on

time

5 minutes per day Based on

salary

$600 annually Based on

square footage

$3 per square foot ($65,000 annual salary 200 sf per employee)

Construction 2% Sustainable Building Technical Manual

Public Technology, Inc. & The US Green Building Council

Operation 6%

MOTIVATING CHANGE Engaging the Next Generation….

http://www.buildgreenschools.org/

MOTIVATING CHANGE

Sustainability as the New Competitive Edge

MOTIVATING CHANGE Engaging Businesses & Municipalities….

GREEN BUILDING TOOLKIT: www.greenbuildingtoolkit.com

•GOAL: Demystify LEED •Provide guidance on applying LEED principles and strategies to BUSINESS!

•Focus on business-friendly strategies to increase productivity, improve IAQ, and save energy costs!

•Guide municipal Code Officials and Green Team Volunteers on LEED implementation (common language) •Disseminate Best Practices •Explain Return on Investment •Promote Smarter Building Technology

2014 UPDATE UNDERWAY

Green + Business = Smart Growth

MOTIVATING CHANGE

Recognize businesses who have demonstrated a commitment to sustainable practices and help Businesses profit from new sustainability efforts

Goal:

Develop a Network of like-minded Businesses , assist in formulating “Green Plans ”, help companies adopt sustainable practices that yield economic benefits while reducing environmental impact, provide mentoring & recognition for successful business practices.

Steps:

Encourage an Energy Audit, develop a checklist based on Green Office Certification, encourage companies to get started, get greener, and instruct staff on best practices and direct steps to reduce environmental impact of operations.

Green Challenge Components:

• Provide Checklists, Brochures & Surveys by impact area; Distribute Fact Sheets, Prompts, How to’s, & Encouragement • List of Action Items, Website Access, & Easy Self-Reporting

MOTIVATING CHANGE

Sustainability

connects people across departments and unites all levels of staff with information, tools, and inspiration for challenges at hand; Opportunities exist to make sustainability a priority for the long term. http://www.greencampus.harv

ard.edu/green-office Somerset County Business Partnership www.scbp.org

MOTIVATING INVESTMENT

Passaic County’s “Greening Your Company” Opportunities to improve Cash Flow and Benefits

LEARN ABOUT ENERGY-SAVING FUNDING

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ENERGY AUDIT

Assessment of Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) •

CREATE ENERGY SAVINGS PLAN

Level III Audit recommending package of energy projects achieving 15% savings. Create an Energy Reduction Plan for Pay for Performance (P4P).

•

USE ENERGY SAVINGS IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM with 15 YEAR FINANCING (ESIP)

Work with ESCO or DIY with knowledgeable A/E Team •

INTEGRATE ADDITIONAL GRANT MONEY

Investigate & take strategic use of additional funding for specialized project packages and systems • BID, CONSTRUCT, & COMMISSION • MEASURE & VERIFY Ensure energy savings are attained • • •

FIND OUT ABOUT LOCAL/REGIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUNDING SOURCES, COUNTY & STATE INITIATIVES FEDERAL BONDS & UTILITY COMPANY PROGRAMS

GREEN BUILDING DESIGN

Jeanne Perantoni, AIA, LEED AP – CEO [email protected]