Written by Mike Swofford Monday, 10 January 2011 02:00 |Green
Features and LEED Certification| |SAC and LEED Overview| |Energy
and Atmosphere| |Materials and Resources| |Indoor Environmental
Quality| |Innovation and Design Process| Going "green" goes
beyond just the construction of a building, it also includes
ongoing educational and maintenance programs that take place
post-construction. The SAC developed many of these programs,
including the following: Description: Implemented a pest
management program that integrates inspections (for pest
prevention) with a minimal amount of chemicals (for pest
problems). Benefit: By using an integrated approach, exposure to
harmful chemicals is reduced. Tip to get started: Talk to your
current pest management provider about integrating preventative
evaluations with low-impact solutions for treatment.
Description: Created a self-guided tour of the SAC with a field
guide that highlights "green" features of building, and
developed a report summarizing "green" features of bui