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Building Sustainability Checklist: 28 Tips to Make Your Building More Eco-Friendly.

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Increasing energy efficiency. Follow this checklist to help your building become more sustainable in the following areas: lighting, construction, heating and cooling, water, energy, waste, indoor environment, landscaping, and maintenance. Tip # 3: Add sun control and shading devices. Improving air quality and lighting.

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Understanding the Anthropocene, Resilience Thinking, and the Future of Industry

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Stratospheric ozone depletion – The stratospheric ozone layer in the atmosphere filters out ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. They also have a direct effect on climate, changing how much solar radiation is reflected or absorbed in the atmosphere.

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How To Create A Sustainability Plan: Executive Guide To Becoming A Sustainable Business – Step 4

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Part 2: Goals and KPIs – This section documents your current baseline in terms of your eco profile which includes your energy usage, water usage, carbon emissions and overall eco score. Every industry and every business uses resources and energy differently. Can we use less or adopt clean alternative energy sources?