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ZHAs sculptural "urban oasis" in Hong Kong to be LEED Platinum

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Occupant health also benefits from the building’s air quality monitoring system that automatically adjusts indoor air temperature, humidity and fresh air volume to meet demand. Smart chiller plant optimization, high-efficiency HVAC equipment and daylight sensors, for instance, will achieve a 26% reduction in energy demand.

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Sustainable Real Estate: How To Sell and Market Eco-Friendly Homes

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This has brought a spike in the demand for eco-friendly homes. Simply, eco-friendly homes consume less energy than traditional homes due to better insulation, updated HVAC systems, the installation of automated technology (i.e. Who Wants to Purchase a Green Home and Why? Showcase the Environmental Impacts of Eco-Friendly Homes.

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Sustainability 101: What is a Sustainable Business

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As consumers become more knowledgeable and passionate about climate change and planet wellbeing, businesses will have to cater to this demand and adjust their operations to have a lower environmental impact. Recycling can be tricky at times because unacceptable or contaminated items can ruin an entire batch of recyclable materials.

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LEED Platinum-certified Half Moon Bay Library targets net-zero energy

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The high-performance building envelope draws power from rooftop solar panels, while thoughtful site orientation and implementation of passive principles for natural ventilation and lighting reduces energy demand. Noll & Tam Architects Photography by Anthony Lindsey via Noll & Tam Architects.

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Carbon Accounting: How To Lower Your Carbon Footprint

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Provide employee training on the concept of reducing demand with minimalistic purchasing, plus practice what you preach here. . Use recycled materials when possible, in your supply chains, and when providing resources to your employees (e.g. recycled paper). 12: Purchase ENERGY STAR equipment.

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Carbon Accounting: How To Lower Your Carbon Footprint

Green Business Bureau

Provide employee training on the concept of reducing demand with minimalistic purchasing, plus practice what you preach here. . Use recycled materials when possible, in your supply chains, and when providing resources to your employees (e.g. recycled paper). 12: Purchase ENERGY STAR equipment.

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