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HIGH PERFORMANCE GREEN COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES NCEF's resource list of links, books, and journal articles on high performance college and university facilities, including sustainability and green design issues, cost and funding concerns, and educational and community benefits. 
Investing in Carbon Offsets: Guidelines for ACUPCC Institutions.
http://www.presidentsclimatecommitment.org/documents/CarbonOffsetsGuidelines_v1.0 .pdf (American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment, Boston, MA , Nov 2008)
Presents The American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment (ACUPCC) ten guidelines to help institutions decide whether they will use the purchase of carbon offsets as part of their effort to achieve carbon neutrality on their campuses. Colleges and universities can purchase carbon offsets to help achieve carbon neutrality in the short term. An institution can purchase the reductions or elimination of greenhouse emissions that have been achieved by other entities and use those reductions to offset the greenhouse emissions still being generated by the institution. 73p.
Campus Sustainability Report.
https://www.indiana.edu/~sustain/sustainabilityiu/report/ (Indiana University, Bloomington , Jan 07, 2008)
Summarizes the efforts of the Indiana University Task Force on Campus Sustainability to develop a comprehensive program in sustainability for the IU Bloomington campus. The report addresses energy use, land use, recycling, transportation, and the built environment. 122p.
Guide to Climate Action Planning.
http://www.nwf.org/campusecology/pdfs/climateactionplanning.pdf Eagan, David; Calhoun, Terry; Schott, Justin; Dayananda, Praween (National Wildlife Federation, Reston, VA , 2008)
Cites factors that have compelled administrators to make their campuses part of the sustainability movement, including student activism, sustainability in professional associations, top-level commitment to campus climate action, government mandates, and financial incentives. The guide uses the experience of seven colleges and universities to provide examples of how higher education institutions can develop and execute a climate action plan. The authors detail six key steps to achieving a low-carbon campus: 1)commitment to emissions reduction, 2)institutional structures and support, 3)emissions inventory, 4)developing the plan, 5)recommendations and implementation, and 6)climate action planning over the long term. The appendix provides the case studies from the seven institutions that either have or are developing plans. 46p.
Estimating the Carbon Footprint of Schools.
http://www.chps.net/manual/climate/CharlesEleyEstimatingCarbonFootprint.pdf Eley, Charles (Collaborative for High Performance Schools, San Francisco, CA , 2008)
Explains typical sources and amounts of carbon generated by school construction, use, and transportation. Ways to minimize direct energy and water use are suggested. 19p.
Campus Environment 2008.
http://www.nwf.org/campusEcology/docs/CampusReportFinal.pdf McIntosh, Mary; Gaalswyk, Kenneth; Keniry, L. Julian; Eagen, David (National Wildlife Federation, Washington, DC , 2008)
Illustrates how environmentally progressive and sustainable operations are now ranked among the highest priorities on higher education campuses. The study, which reviews programs at 1,068 institutions, recognizes institutions for exemplary performance and awards academic letter grades (A through D) for collective, national performance on a broad range of conservation issues, including energy, water, transportation, landscaping, waste reduction and environmental literacy. Campuses in the survey are not graded or ranked on an individual basis; rather, the survey analyzes collective trends in the areas of management, operations, and academics. The study also discusses changes in sustainability initiatives since a previous similar survey in 2001, persistent obstacles to campus environmental initiatives, lack of progress associated with campus commuting, and a slackening in environmental education initiatives. 136p.
The Green Campus: Meeting the Challenge of Environmental Sustainability.
Simpson, Walter, ed. (APPA, Alexandria, VA , 2008)
Explores the meaning of genuine environmental sustainability, while profiling notable campus environmental programs. This anthology consists of 29 essays from campus environmental leaders that address energy conservation, on-site solar and renewable energy development, power purchasing, building design, environmentally friendly purchasing, rechling ans waste reduction, "green" cleaning, sustainable landscaping and transportation practices, and evaluation of campus environmental programs. 372p.
ISBN-1-890956-46-5 TO ORDER: 1643 Prince Street; Alexandria, VA; 22314-2818; Tel: 703-684-1446 http://www.appa.org
Green Buildings Research White Paper.
http://www.bdcnetwork.com/contents/pdfs/BDC_07_WhitePaper.pdf?nid=2073 (Building Design & Construction, Reed Business Information, Oak Brook, IL , Oct 2007)
Covers "green" building awareness and practice across a variety of building types, with two specific chapters for higher education and K-12 education, respectively. These chapters interpret survey data reflecting awareness, implementation, willingness to pay for, and benefits of environmentally conscious buildings. In all categories, positive percentages from higher education were somewhat ahead of K-12. 60p.
State of Minnesota Sustainable Building Guidelines.
http://www.msbg.umn.edu/downloads_v2_0/guidelines.pdf (University of Minnesota, Center for Sustainable Building Research, Minneapolis , Jul 01, 2007)
Assists with creating high performance structures for Minnesota, as required by the state legislature. The guidelines are organized into the following categories: performance management, site and water, energy and atmosphere, indoor environmental quality, and materials and waste. The guidelines are required when they clearly contribute to the desired human, community, environmental, and life-cycle economic outcomes. Some guidelines are recommended rather than required until their direct financial benefits to the State can be clearly demonstrated. 80p.
The Cost of Green Revisited.
http://www.davislangdon.com/upload/images/publications/USA (Davis Langdon U.S. , Jul 2007)
Considers the cost of incorporating sustainable design features into projects, building on the work undertaken in the earlier paper "Costing Green: A Comprehensive Cost Database and Budget Methodology" (2004). This 2006 report looks at developments that have occurred over the past three years, as sustainable design has become more widely accepted and used. The report indicates no significant difference in average costs for green buildings as compared to non- green buildings. In many areas of the country, the contracting community has embraced sustainable design, and no longer sees sustainable design requirements as additional burdens to be priced in their bids. Data from this study shows that many projects are achieving certification through pursuit of the same lower cost strategies, and that more advanced, or more expensive strategies are often avoided. Most notably, few projects attempt to reach higher levels of energy reduction beyond what is required by local ordinances, or beyond what can be achieved with a minimum of cost impact. 25p.
College Sustainability Report Card: A Review of Campus & Endowment Policies at Leading Institutions, 2007.
http://www.endowmentinstitute.org/sustainability/CollegeSustainabilityReportCard.pdf (Sustainable Endowments Institute, Cambridge, MA , 2007)
Reports on the policies and programs of the 100 leading colleges and universities (by endowment size), rating for them for sustainable practices regarding administration, climate change and energy, food and recycling, "green" building, endowment transparency, investment priorities, and shareholder engagement. A report for each institution assigns a grade from A-F in each category, and then averages them for an overall grade. 120p.
College Sustainability Report Card: A Review of Campus & Endowment Policies at Leading Institutions, 2008.
http://www.endowmentinstitute.org/sustainability (Sustainable Endowments Institute, Cambridge, MA , 2007)
Reports on sustainability practices among North America s 200 largest-endowed higher education institutions, revealing that 68 percent of the institutions surveyed improved their overall grade. Among the environmentally responsible steps colleges are taking are committing to cut carbon emissions, adopting green standards for design and construction, using hybrid or electric vehicles in their transportation fleets, producing their own wind or solar energy, and buying food from local farms. The grades earned encompass eight categories: administration, climate change and energy, food and recycling, green building, transportation, endowment transparency, investment priorities, and shareholder engagement. 37 percent of the institutions have staff dedicated to sustainability issues, 22 percent have established an office of sustainability, and 68 percent have a committee composed of multiple stakeholders that advises campus administrators on sustainability issues. 235p.
Core Performance Guide.
(New Buildings Institute, White Salmon, WA, 2007)
Advises on how to deliver best-in-class energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality in high-performance buildings. The book brings together over 30 criteria defining high performance in building envelope, lighting, HVAC, power systems and controls. It provides quantitative and descriptive specifications for exceeding state and national minimum standards such as ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2001. 127
ISBN-978097429691 TO ORDER: Powell's Books, Tel: 503-228-4651, Toll Free: 800-878-7323 http://www.powells.com
Education Green Building SmartMarket Report.
(McGraw-Hill Construction, New York, NY , 2007)
Details construction market research into green building in the education construction sector. The research that the education sector is the fastest-growing market for green building. The study also found that: 1) The concern for "improved health and well-being" was the most critical social reason for driving education green building. 2) Fiscal advantages of green building, such as energy cost savings, are the major motivation behind the construction of green schools and universities. 3) Higher first costs are the primary challenge to building green in this sector. 4) Operational cost decreases resulting from green building are the most important trigger to faster adoption of green school building. 5) There is a strong need for access to and information on green building products, particularly those relating to improving health, such as reducing mold and indoor air pollutants. 6) The industry is calling for independent, third-party standards for green building products. Case studies of the "greening" of two K-12 schools and one university are included. 36p.
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Green Buildings and the Bottom Line.
http://www.bdcnetwork.com/article/CA6390371.html (Reed Business Information, Oak Brook, IL , Nov 2006)
Examines financial considerations of "green" building across many building types, with one chapter each devoted to the practice in higher and K-12 education. Current attention to and financial advantages of green building in education are considered, as are obstacles and ways to overcome them. 62p.
The McPhail Center for Environmental Studies. Barney Memorial Hall Renovation.
http://www.denison.edu/enviro/barney/ (Denison University, Granville, OH, Aug 2006)
The Barney renovation project produced a statement building: a place where environmental principles are upheld and demonstrated to the community. The project promotes sustainability, uses renewable energy sources, reduces toxins, recycles wastes, and will continue to be used as a working laboratory for education and research. This includes highlights of the renovation, a green features tour, and ecological design links.
Green Buildings. Campus Structures That are Championing Sustainability and Winning Awards.
http://www.sustain.ubc.ca/greenbuilding.html (University of British Columbia. Vancouver, 2006)
Since 1992, the University of British Columbia has sought to incorporate green design in its new building projects. Describes the C. K. Choi Building for the Institute of Asian Research, the Liu Centre for the Study of Global Issues, Aquatic Ecosystems Research Laboratory, ICICS/Computer Science Building, Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, and sustainability targets and energy conservation for low-rise residential buildings.
Greening-of-Dana Project [University of Michigan]
http://www.snre.umich.edu/greendana/ (School of Natural Resources and Environment, University of Michigan. , 2006)
The "Greening of Dana" was a $25 million dollar renovation that resulted in a building that makes a statement - a building where environmental principles are not only taught, but upheld and demonstrated to the community. The project promoted sustainability, reduced negative health impacts and now the building serves as a laboratory and educational center for ecological themes. The renovated S.T. Dana Building balances two critical facets: the building is a comfortable place to learn and work, and it simultaneously demonstrates state-of-the-art environmentally conscious design. This building teaches environmental sensitivity, respect, and awareness through its design and resource management.
McLean Environmental Living and Learning Center. Northland College, Ashland, Wisconsin.
http://www.designshare.com/index.php/projects/mclean-environmental-center (DesignShare, 2006)
This two-story student housing complex is used in the college's curriculum to teach about energy performance, green materials, building lifecycles and sustainability. Computers monitor the building's renewable
systems: passive solar south wing; a 20-kilowatt wind
turbine, a solar domestic hot water system, and three
photovoltaic panels. Students were involved throughout the
design process. Other features include: high efficiency gas
boilers and light fixtures; operable windows instead of air
conditioning; heat recovery ventilation; low-flow showers and
toilet fixtures; composting toilets; low VOC finishes to
ensured exceptional indoor air quality; high recycled content
products; bio-composite counter surfaces; and regionally
harvested wood.
The "GIST" of Campus Sustainability Planning: Gain Impact. Save Time.
http://www.greenbuildconsult.com/images/uploads/GIST.pdf (Yudelson Associates, Tuscon, AZ , 2006)
Describes nine steps in three stages toward creating a sustainable campus. The series focuses on outcomes rather than inputs (programs, budgets, staffing, etc.), shifting the emphasis to first setting goals, building coalitions, and other foundational activities, then to results. 8p.
Design on the Edge: The Making of a High-Performance Building.
Orr, David (MIT Press, Cambridge, MA , Jan 2006)
Profiles Oberlin College's Adam Joseph Lewis Center, the United States' first substantially green higher education facility. The building is powered entirely by solar energy, features landscaping with fruit trees and vegetable gardens, and processes all wastewater for reuse in the building or landscape. The author puts the Lewis Center into historical design context and describes the obstacles and successes he encountered in obtaining funding and college approval, interweaving the particulars of the center with thoughts on the larger issues the building process illustrates. 272p.
ISBN-0-262-15117-0 TO ORDER: http://mitpress.mit.edu/main/home/default.asp
An Assessment of Green Design in an Existing Higher Education Classroom: a Case Study.
http://www.ibe.colostate.edu/projects/theses/lilyblade_thesis.doc Lilyblade, Annie (Colorado State Unviversity, Fort Collins , Fall 2005)
Presents a case study assessing the quality of a classroom remodel in a higher education institution. Both the teaching and learning environments as well as the level of green design integration were assessed. The methodology involved five steps of data collection including an existing pre-design survey, interviewing five members of the initial design team, interviewing two faculty members, a post-design survey, and an assessment of the level of sustainability utilizing the LEED-CI (Commercial Interiors) rating system. Results from the data collected demonstrated end-users satisfaction as well as that the classrooms meet the criteria of a sustainable classroom. The project results now teach others how to provide sustainable sites, increase water efficiency, improve overall energy performance, and how to use of sustainable materials and resources. Furthermore, these findings show how to decrease construction waste, create a healthy indoor environment, and how to create an optimal teaching and learning environment. Includes 13 references. 39p.
Greening of Campus Dining
http://www.nacufs.org/i4a/pages/Index.cfm?pageID=4416 Boss, Donna (National Association of College & University Food Services, Jul 2005)
This describes how college and university food service facilities can be designed to be more green by focusing on HVAC systems, water conservation, energy efficiencies, lifecycle metrics, and recyclables.
Creating a Culture of Sustainability: How Campuses Are Taking the Lead.
http://www.hermanmiller.com/hm/content/research_summaries/wp_Campus_Sustain.pdf (Herman Miller, Inc., Zeeland, MI , 2005)
Discusses higher education's leadership in sustainability through curriculum decisions, operations budgets, facility plans, and campus culture. Measurable, positive impact of these efforts is described, as are outreach efforts beyond the campus. Includes 62 references. 9p.
Largest California State University Campus Saves Millions with Energy Management.
http://www.itron.com/pages/ (Itron, Spokane, WA , 2005)
Describes significant energy savings realized through a real-time data collection system that interfaced with the existing building automation system and a new distributed electric metering scheme. By this means, the institution was able to accurately monitor, verify, analyze, and benchmark its energy and procurement operations, as well as meet state-mandated energy consumption restrictions. 3p.
LEED for New Construction and Major Renovations (LEED-NC).
(U.S. Green Building Council, 2005)
This is a green building rating system that was designed to guide and distinguish high-performance commercial and institutional projects, with a focus on office buildings. Practitioners have also applied the system to K-12 schools, multi-unit residential buildings, manufacturing plants, laboratories and many other building types. Includes a Reference Guide that is a 328-page manual that provides detailed information, resources and standards for the credits covered in the LEED Green Building Rating System. It is intended to help aspiring projects understand the benefits of compliance and apply the criteria.
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Labs21 Design Process Manual.
http://web.archive.org/web/20051221100807/ (U.S. Department of Energy; U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 2004)
Provides guidance on the design process for high performance laboratories, leveraging the Labs21 tools. It includes the following: 1) The Design Process Checklist specifically lists process-related action items for each stage of the building design and delivery process, with links to relevant Labs21 tools for each action item. 2) The Sustainable Strategies Checklist is a “quick-reference” list of sustainable design strategies, categorized by area of environmental impact (i.e., energy, water, materials, etc), with links to detailed information for each strategy.
UB High Performance Building Guidelines.
http://wings.buffalo.edu/ubgreen/leos/ubhpguidelines.pdf (University at Buffalo, NY , 2004)
Presents a set of building guidelines for University of Buffalo buildings that promote environmentally sensitive design and construction. The guidelines were created in response to an New York executive order mandating "green" buildings. They set out the rationale for building high performance facilities and the processes for integrating the guidelines with codes, standards, and other documents; provide technical strategies for design, landscaping, and building systems; and guidance in construction administration and building commissioning. 119p.
Sustainability on Campus: Stories and Strategies for Change.
Barlett, Peggy; Chase, Geoffrey (MIT Press, Cambridge, MA , 2004)
Presents personal narratives of college campus "greening," written by faculty, staff, administrators, and students. Reports from institutions ranging from two-year community colleges to famous universities tell of environmental stewardship on campus, curriculum changes, green building design, and working with local communities. 327p.
ISBN-0-262-02560-4 TO ORDER: http://mitpress.mit.edu/main/home/default.asp
The Role of the Landscape in Creating a Sustainable Campus.
http://web.uvic.ca/sustainability/assets/pdfs/The%20Role%20of%20Landscape.pdf Franklin, Carol; Durkin, Teresa; Pevaroff Schuh, Sara (University of Victoria, Canada , 2004)
Colleges and universities are expanding at unprecedented rates, creating new hazards for our increasingly fragile natural environments. Higher education administrators and planners are finding that campus development, like suburban sprawl, can disrupt functioning natural systems and destroy the natural, historical, and cultural fabric of the place. To address environmental issues and new regulations, proactive institutions of higher education are taking the lead as stewards of the land by including an environmental component in their campus master plans. An environmental approach to planning incorporates ecological information into campus master plans to ensure a sustainable campus landscape that is beautiful, durable, and distinctive. These Environmental Master Plans are best developed using a democratic process, considering each site’s unique essential environmental resources, the constraints of the regulatory environment, and a continuing education and outreach program. A case study of an Environmental Master Plan at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill illustrates how such a plan was created at one of the nation’s oldest and largest college campuses. (authors' abstract) 11p.
ASHRAE GreenGuide.
Grumman, David L., ed. (ASHRAE, Atlanta, GA , Dec 2003)
Provides reference and guidance to HVAC system designers involved in green or sustainable building design. The Green Guide is a step-by-step manual for the entire building lifecycle, from the earliest stages of a green building design project to the resulting structure’s construction, operation, maintenance, and eventual demolition. It is divided into three sections entitled "Basics," "The Design Process," "Post-Design -- Construction to Demolition," and includes green design techniques applicable to related technical disciplines, such as plumbing and lighting. It addresses how mechanical and electrical systems may interact with and be influenced by architectural design,architectural design impacts, conceptual engineering design, space thermal/comfort delivery systems, energy distribution systems, energy conservation systems, energy/water sources, lighting systems, plumbing and fire protection systems and controls. Includes case studies, checklists, and specific measures for improving sustainability called "Green Tips." 190p.
ISBN-1931862419 TO ORDER: ASHRAE, 1791 Tullie Circle NE, Atlanta, GA 30329. Tel:800-527-4723. http://www.ashrae.org
Carbon Neutrality at Middlebury College: A Compilation of Potential Objectives and Strategies to Minimize Campus Climate Impact.
http://community.middlebury.edu/~cneutral/es010_report.pdf (Middlebury College, Middlebury, VT , Jun 19, 2003)
Presents the results of a course which sought to help reduce the institution's carbon dioxide emissions. The recommendations focus on strategies which are feasible within the constraints of the institute's operations, produce the greatest net reduction in campus carbon dioxide equivalent (CDE) emissions, or have the greatest long-term potential for significant mitigation of campus climate impact. Combinations of strategies described in the document could bring the campus to a net CDE emission of zero. The areas investigated by the class were space heating and cooling, electricity, transportation, solid waste, and sequestration of CDE emissions. 194p.
The Energy Smart Guide to Campus Cost Savings.
http://www.eric.ed.gov/contentdelivery/ (Department of Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Washington, DC. , Jun 2003)
Rebuild America is a program of the U.S. Department of Energy that focuses on energy-savings solutions as community solutions. This guide focuses on colleges and universities. Each chapter spells out options and provides guidance for implementing projects that can save substantial energy and money. Information is taken from successful projects implemented nationwide. Each section ends with case studies that provide examples of how the nation's colleges and universities are realizing energy savings. Four sections focus on: (1) "Project Financing" (e.g., financing options and common financial misconceptions); (2) "Clean Fuel Fleets" (e.g., biodiesel and ethanol); (3) "Combined Heat and Power" (e.g., system components and system integration and sizing options); and (4) "Emissions Markets" (e.g., air pollution and climate change programs and opportunities for colleges and universities to participate in air pollution markets). 55p.
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Building Momentum: National Trends and Prospects for High Performance Green Buildings.
http://www.usgbc.org/docs/resources/043003_hpgb_whitepaper.pdf (U.S. Green Building Council, Washington, DC. , Feb 2003)
This report demonstrates the economic and environmental viability of building high-performance "green" buildings. This report is an outgrowth of the Green Building Roundtable of the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works held in conjunction with the U.S. Green Building Council on April 24, 2002. The roundtable brought together diverse interests to educate members of Congress on green building trends and generated discussion about the economic and health benefits of green building, the barriers facing its progress, and the opportunities available to federal agencies to further promote sustainable spaces. These issues are described in the report. Sections of the report also address the role of green building in schools' environmental quality and offer recommendations to improve school environments. 21p.
Bellevue Community College R Building [Washington]
http://oikos.com/library/showcase/bellevue/ (Oikos Green Building Source, 2002)
Describes an environmentally-friendly classroom building on the campus of Bellevue Community College in Washington that includes waterless urinals, a geothermal heating and cooling system, and other green innovations.
Intelligent Skins.
Wigginton, Michale; Harris, Jude (Butterworth Architectural Press, 2002)
This introduces a new approach to Intelligent Buildings. The prime objective is to control internal environments through a responsive building fabric rather than by energy conserving building services systems.
The authors examine the potential for integral intelligence within the fabric of the building and explore the evolution of information technology and smart materials which have allowed a whole new category of design principles to be created. Includes international case studies.
184 p.
ISBN-0750648473
State of the Campus Environment: A National Report Card on Environmental Performance and Sustainability in Higher Education.
http://www.nwf.org/campusecology/html/stateofthecampusreport.cfm McIntosh, Mary; Cacciola, Kathleen; Clremont, Stephen; Keniry, Julian (National Wildlife Federation, Reston, VA , 2001)
Presents the results of a national survey of environmental initiatives at U.S. institutions of higher learning. The survey generated 1,116 responses from presidents, provosts, and chiefs of administration and operations at 891 of the nation's 4,100 colleges and universities (almost 22 percent of schools). Separate modules were designed for management practices, curriculum, and operations, and were completed by 471 presidents, 320 provosts, and 325 facilities chiefs. A simple grading system was utilized based on the percentage of campuses with particular activities in place. Advice on benchmarking and assessment, with criteria for exemplary schools is included. 145p.
Campus Demonstration Sites for Sustainable Systems and Design: Five "Creation" Stories.
http://www.eric.ed.gov/contentdelivery Jack, Kathy; Ihara, Dan, Ed. (Humboldt State University, Campus Center for Appropriate Technology, Arcata, CA , Oct 2000)
This paper provides a summary of the development and management of five campus demonstration sites designed to create harmony with natural systems and meet current student needs without compromising the needs of future generations. Information for each campus includes an overview of the site, project origins, the proposal and design process, the politics involved, construction, site management and student involvement, and the design's impact and future goals. A table lists the key elements from each site including site size, capacity, heating and power, water source, wastewater disposal, food production, building materials, and student involvement in design. (Contains 31 references.) 19p.
ERIC NO: ED453645 ;
The Greening of Bren Hall: Donald Bren School of Environmental Science & Management.
http://www.esm.ucsb.edu/about/GreenBren.pdf (University of California, Santa Barbara , Oct 1999)
Describes the sustainable design program of this University of California Santa Barbara academic facility, making it the "greenest" building on the UCSB campus by a wide margin. The design includes features such as natural light harvesting, offices ventilated by ocean breezes, energy efficient lighting with sophisticated motion and ambient light sensors, energy-efficient laboratory ventilation, building materials from recycled or sustainably harvested materials, construction site recycling and reuse, native landscaping for shade, and irrigation by reclaimed water for irrigation. The school is partnering with Southern California Edison (SCE) to make the building a living laboratory and environmental showcase facility to demonstrate cost effective, energy efficient technologies and operations. 76p.
The Metering Guide for Managers
Qayoumi, Mohammed H. (APPA: Association of Higher Education Facilities Officers, Alexandria, VA , 1999)
This volume provides a guide to management of utilities metering in educational
facilities, especially colleges and universities. Chapter 1 gives an overview of why utility
measurement, specifically the metering of energy consumption, is important in facilities
management. Chapter 2 defines the basic units of measurement for both electric and nonelectric
energy, defines the common multipliers that describe the magnitude of a measurement, and
discusses basic utility rate structures and their impact on energy costs. Chapter 3 considers the
fundamental elements and components of utility metering how alternative current is measured,
common types of analog metering, present-day digital technology, and performance metering.
Chapter 4 describes metering products that are currently available, such as nonintrusive
appliance-load monitoring systems, electric metering networks, and main electric meters. Chapter
5 discusses management aspects of the role of metering in a deregulated environment, including
strategies to reduce electric energy costs, energy management plans, and meter specifications and
installation. 93p.
ERIC NO: ED435277 ; TO ORDER: Association of Higher Education Facilities Officers, 1643 Prince St., Alexandria, VA 22314-2818 http://www.appa.org
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania High-Performance Green Building Guidelines.
http://www.gggc.state.pa.us/gggc/cwp/view.asp?a=3&q=151854 Kobet, Bob; Powers, Wendy; Lee, Stephen (Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Harrisburg, PA, 1999)
Intended to familiarize decision-makers and others involved in the design, construction, and development of communities and buildings with the concept of sustainability. Describes green design systems and the green design process, then details twelve case studies, including college buildings. Provides extensive references and resources. 60p.
Natural Ventilation in Buildings - A Design Handbook
Allard, Francis; Santamouris, Mat (James & James Science Publishers Ltd , 1998)
This new handbook describes the real potential of natural ventilation, its appropriate use, the design and dimensioning methodologies, the need for an integrated design approach, and how to overcome barriers. Includes a CD with software to assist in the calculation of airflow rate in natural ventilation configurations. This book is based on the work of 25 experts from all parts of Europe who have collected, evaluated, and developed the material under the auspices of the European Commission's Solar energy and Energy Conservation R&D programs. This books provides essential design information for all architects, building engineers, and other building design professionals.
368p.
ISBN: 1873936729
Green Investment, Green Return: How Practical Conservation Projects Save Millions on America's Campuses.
Eagan, David; Keniry, Julian (National Wildlife Federation, Reston, VA , 1998)
Highlights 23 cost-saving conservation initiatives at 15 public and private postsecondary institutions across the United States. Savings per project ranged from little more than $1,000 to $9 million, and the total savings across the 23 projects were $16.8 million, which represents an average of $728,500 per campus. The projects address issues of transportation, energy and water conservation, materials re-use and redistribution, composting, recycling, and management of hazardous chemicals. 77p.
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The Sustainable Building Technical Manual: Green Building Design, Construction, and Operations.
http://smartcommunities.ncat.org/pdf/sbt.pdf (U.S. Department of Energy, Center of Excellence for Sustainable Development, Golden, CO , 1996)
Manual to help architects, developers, building owners, government officials, and others implement
sustainable development practices. Practical,
step-by-step advice on sustainable buildings written by some of the foremost experts in the
field. Among the issues the book addresses are the economics of green building; pre-design
strategies; passive solar design; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems; electricity;
plumbing; indoor air quality; acoustics; selection of building and landscaping materials; and
housekeeping. 292p.
Campus Ecology: A Guide to Assessing Environmental Quality and Creating Strategies for Change.
Smith, April (Living Planet Press, Venice, CA , 1993)
Uses the campus as a laboratory for the study of resource flows and for the implementation of environmentally sound alternatives. Analytical abilities and practical skills students will need to address ecological challenges and solve real problems that are embedded in organizations whose decisions shape our lives and environment are introduced. Sections include: "Wastes and Hazards" including solid waste, hazardous substances, radioactive waste, medical waste, wastewater and storm runoff, pest control, air quality, and the workplace environment; "Resources and Infrastructure" including water, energy, food, procurement policies, transportation, and campus design and growth; "The Business of Education" including research activities, investment policies, business ties, environmental education and literacy, and job placement and environmental careers; and "Taking Action" including creating strategies for change and working for environmental justice. 153p.
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The Machine as the Garden: The New Harvard Campus in Allston, Sustainability, and Its Effects on Design.
http://www.gsd.harvard.edu/research/publications/hdm/current Beauvais, Nathalie Harvard Design Magazine; n29 ; Fall-Winter 2008
Details sustainable features of this campus expansion, with particular attention to the science complex, water use and protection, and advanced heating and cooling systems. Includes 18 references.
Harvesting Hardwood: Native Hardwoods in Green Design.Thurm, Gil Construction Specifier; v61 n12 , p74-86 ; Dec 2008
Discusses the variety and properties of American hardwoods and certification of sustainably produced hardwoods. Recent higher education buildings that made effective use of hardwoods, and sustainability comparisons of hardwood to manufactured flooring products are included, along with ten references.
2008 Green Design Awards.School Planning and Management; v47 n11 , pG1-G32 ; Nov 2008
Presents a panel of judges selections of 26 exemplary K-12 and higher education buildings, in the categories of Building as a Teaching Tool; Energy Efficiency and Conservation; Visual, Acoustical, Thermal and Air Quality Indoor Environment; Materials; Site Selection and Development; and Water Conservation. Photographs, building statistics, green principles followed, and a description accompany each project.
Green Field Notes.American School and University; v81 n3 , p326-349 ; Nov 2008
Briefly profiles outstanding sustainability features at 41 K-12 and higher education institutions in the United States.
Historically Green.http://www.schoolconstructionnews.com/Media/PublicationsIssue/SCNND08.pdf Larson, Heather School Construction News; v11 n7 , p16,17 ; Nov 2008
Profiles the University of Oregon's adaptive reuse of Portland's historic White Stag Block for academic, community, and retail space. Features that helped it earn LEED Gold certification are described, as is the economic improvement experienced by the surrounding neighborhood.
The Benefits of Life-Cycle Costing.Wiens, Janet College Planning and Management; v11 n11 , p27,28,30 ; Nov 2008
Describes how early commitment to "green" design and construction, as well as careful attention to life-cycle costs yielded a the highly-rated LEED-Platinum Applied Research Development Building at Northern Arizona University.
Furnishing for Sustainability.
http://www.peterli.com/spm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=1957 Beitenhaus, Christine College Planning and Management; v11 n10 , pF12, F14,F16,F17 ; Oct 2008
Cites what materials are preferred for environmentally friendly furniture, the rising demand for it in higher education facilities, and the costs related to certifying and acquiring it.
Community Commitment.
Erickson, Paul American School and University; v81 n2 , p46,48,50 ; Oct 2008
Reviews the benefits of "green" campuses, cites the LEED system as a means for evaluation green school design, and outlines best practices in site design, water efficiency, energy use, materials selection, indoor air quality, and design for achieving an environmentally conscious campus.
Life in a Fishbowl.
Gerfen, Katie Architect; v97 n13 , p102-105 ; Oct 2008
Profiles two planned Illinois Institute of Technology dormitories. The buildings aim for LEED silver and platinum, respectively, and integrate solar oreintation, mixed-mode ventilation, rainwater harvesting, rooftop greenhouses and wind turbines, photovoltaic panels, and a digital aquarium in the lobby that illustrates energy use through the activity of the virtual fish and the color of the water.
A Green Role Model.
Hoffman, Paul American School and University; v81 n2 , p42,44,45 ; Oct 2008
Discusses ways to make a campus building "greener" without tearing it down and replacing it. Education of the occupants and parents, low-VOC furnishings, electricity audits, window upgrades, water use reduction, HVAC upgrades, setting improvement targets, partnering with local industries, and green cleaning are addressed.
Bridge from the Past: The Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life.
http://www.hpbmagazine.org/images/stories/articles/Tulane.pdf James, Vincent; Yoos, Jennifer; Knuston, Nathan High Performing Buildings; , p28-30,32,34-36,38,40-42 ; Fall 2008
Profiles this Tulane University center which features responds to the mild environment with operable windows, solar-driven ventilation, chilled radiant surfaces, and separate thermal zones. Details of water control for the below sea-level site are also included.
Game On!
http://www.peterli.com/spm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=1955 Milshtein, Amy College Planning and Management; v11 n10 , p38,40,42 ; Oct 2008
Describes endeavors at the University of Florida, Oberlin, and Duke University to increase recycling and save energy through dorm-to-dorm competitions that sometimes offer cash incentives.
Green on a Budget.
http://www.hpbmagazine.org/images/stories/articles/Nicklas2.pdf Nicklas, Michael High Performing Buildings; , p6-8,10-12,14-16 ; Fall 2008
Discusses sustainable building features that actually cost less or only slightly more than nonsustainble ones. These include proper orientation on the site and reduction of impermeable surfaces, daylighting, light colors and radiant barriers in building exteriors and interiors, photovoltaic systems, and thoughtfully designed HVAC systems with proper load and minimal turns, rainwater catchment.
2008 Excellence in Design Awards: Educational Building Category.
http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/bnp/edc_200809/ Environmental Design and Construction; v11 n9 , p24-26,28 ; Sep 2008
Profiles Yale University's Sculpture Building and Parking Garage, a LEED Platinum Certified facility featuring triple glazing, displacement ventilation, and rainwater reclamation.
New Green Rating Added to Princeton Report.
http://www.schoolconstructionnews.com/Media/PublicationsIssue/SCNSO08.pdf School Construction News; v11 n6 , p25-27 ; Sep-Oct 2008
Lists 11 U.S. higher education institutions that were named in the Princeton Review's "Green Rating Honor Roll." A brief review of each institution's accomplishments accompanies each list entry, which is the result of the introduction of inclusion of sustainability building and operations practices on its annual survey of higher education institutions.
Snapshots: Colleges and Universities Teach Sustainability through Green Campus Building Design and Construction.
http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/bnp/edc_200809/ Environmental Design and Construction; v11 n9 , p30,32-34,36 ; Sep 2008
Briefly profiles sustainability initiatives at the University of Southern Maine, Pacific Lutheran University, the University of California San Diego, Florida State University, Virginia Tech, DePauw University, and Delaware County Community College.
The Lab of the Future, Revisted.
http://e-ditionsbyfry.com/Olive/AM3/LDN/Default.htm?href=LDN/2008/09/01&pageno =3&view=document Baker, Tim Laboratory Design; v13 n9 , p1,6,8-10 ; Sep 2008
Focuses on improved energy-efficiency in laboratory equipment, including fume hoods, animal ventilation, automated experimentation, gray water reuse, recycling of dehumidification water, and improved lighting.
Eco-Dorm Builds Community.
http://www.bdcnetwork.com/article/CA6593113.html Barista, Dave Building Design and Construction; v49 n12 , p42-44,46,48 ; Sep 2008
Profiles this dormitory at Pitzer College that successfully uses natural ventilation to cool rooms even when the outdoor temperatures are around 100. A simple and efficient HVAC compensates for extremely hot and cold days. Significant student input informed the design, which features abundant social spaces.
Living in a Green Laboratory.
http://www.bdcnetwork.com/article/CA6593092.html Barista, Dave Building Design and Construction; v49 n12 , p37-38,40 ; Sep 2008
Profiles Duke University's Home Depot Smart Home and Stanford's Lotus Living Laboratory. Both are highly-sustainable residential facilities with advanced features, housing a small number of students. These residences include laboratory spaces where the resident students can study and work on improving the building's performance.
Multi-tenant R&D Lab Buildings Go Green.
http://e-ditionsbyfry.com/Olive/AM3/LDN/Default.htm?href=LDN/2008/09/01&pageno =3&view=document Leary, Chris; Giardina, Michael Laboratory Design; v13 n9 , p1,2,4,5 ; Sep 2008
Explores LEED certification issues for laboratory buildings that are not built-out before tenant occupancy. The categories of LEED Core and Shell (CS) and LEED for Commercial Interiors (CI) are discussed. Particular challenges of laboratory compliance in these categories include energy efficiency, air exhaust, and air recirculation in a building whose occupancy is undetermined when built.
Carbon on Campus.
Mace, Charlotte American School and University; v80 n13 , p179-182 ; Aug 2008
Advises on how to conduct a campus greenhouse gasses (GHG) inventory, detailing six steps to engage and organize the participants, choose a method, gather the data, and interpret the results.
Green, Greener, Greenest.
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/07/27/education/edlife/27green.html?pagewanted=print Zernike, Kate The New York Times; Jul 27, 2008
Distinguishes between campus "greening" efforts that are easy, or perhaps even merely symbolic, and those that require significant commitment and investment. Warnings against taking too much advantage of "offsets" and being overly enthralled by nationwide green campus scoring schemes are included.
An Uncommon Cottage.
Carlson, Scott The Chronicle of Higher Education; v54 n32 , pA12,A13 ; Jul 2008
Profiles a showcase home built at Furman University, built as a model of sustainability. After serving a tourist attraction for a year, the home will be converted for study of how the materials perform over time. Conflicts with manufacturers over the "greenness" of their products and compromises made in its design and construction are discussed.
The Sustainable Entrance.
Depta, Dan Doors and Hardware; v72 n7 , p42-44,46,47,49 ; Jul 2008
Discusses the durability of door types, with particular attention to high-traffic areas such as school entrances. The types of environmental and human abuse that a door should be able to withstand over a long period of time is considered, as is the interaction of the door and its hardware. Thermal performance and contribution of doors to indoor air quality are also addressed.
Making Business Sense.
http://www.hpbmagazine.org/images/stories/articles/Making%20Business%20Sense.pdf Duffy, Kent High Performing Buildings; , p4-8,10,12,13 ; Summer 2008
Profiles the University of Oregon's Lillis Business Complex, featuring natural ventilation, abundant daylighting coordinated with artificial lighting that adjusts automatically, and photvoltaics. A chart illustrates the building's low energy use and year-round savings.
Sustainable Admissions.
http://www.universitybusiness.com/viewarticle.aspx?articleid=1095 Greene, Howard; Greene, Matthew University Business; v11 n7 , p57,58 ; Jul 2008
Discusses the effect of campus environmental efforts on a student's selection of a higher education institution to attend. Current freshman are two times more likely than those three years ago to consider campus sustainability practices when choosing a school. Furthermore, the numbers of high schools offering advanced placement environmental science courses has increase fivefold in the last ten years. Documents and other instruments for measuring a higher education institution's environmental efforts are also discussed.
Rainwater: The Untapped Resource.
http://www.hpbmagazine.org/images/stories/articles/Rainwater.pdf Nicklas, Michael High Performing Buildings; , p26-28,30-32,34-36 ; Summer 2008
Discusses the relationship of water use to energy consumption, and advocates for greater use of collected rainwater for irrigation and toilets. Advantages of rainwater use include reduction of stormwater runoff, municipal water use, and chlorine use. Advice on designing a collection, storage, and distribution system is accompanied by charts illustrating water savings from four North Carolina schools. Includes 11 references.
Education for Sustainability in Further and Higher Education.
http://www1.scup.org/PHE/FMPro?-db=PubData.fp5&-lay=ART&-format=read_inner.ht m&-error=error.htm&ID=PUB-kS8ISc8DwXPXS58Oe&-Find Tilbury, Daniella; Wortman, David Planning for Higher Education; v36 n4 , p5-16 ; Jul 2008
Discusses international efforts at improving higher education campus sustainability. Then, citing Australian examples, the authors describe planning for campus greening, learning for sustainability, institutional learning, and competency-based training initiatives. Includes 81 references.
Sustainable Outdoor Lighting.
Preston, George The Construction Specifier; v 61 n6 , p102-109 ; Jun 2008
Details elements of sustainable outdoor lighting, including efficient sources of light, energy-effective light application, and environmentally responsible suppliers. Types of bulbs, price comparisons, proper focus of the illumination, and items to check when evaluating a supplier are addressed.
Simple Strategies.
http://asumag.com/green/university_simple_strategies_2/ Stevens, Tod American School and University; v80 n11 , p23-26 ; Jun 2008
Briefly reviews the current popularity of "green" building and highlights simple and inexpensive lighting, roofing, and materials choices for sustainable building.
Greening Athletics: Beyond the Playing Field.
http://www.peterli.com/cpm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=1840 Graham, Stephanie College Planning and Management; v11 n5 , pA8,A10,A12 ; May 2008
Discusses the trend toward "green" design, construction, and operation of higher education athletic facilities. Examples from three institutions are provided, with descriptions that include site selection, indoor air, materials, photovoltaics, and lighting.
Can Neighborhood Electric Vehicles Help Your Campus Go Green?
http://www.campussafetymagazine.com/Articles/?ArticleID=167 Guardabascio, Mike; Brown, Chris. Campus Safety; v16 n3 , p24-26,28-30 ; May-Jun 2008
Discusses the types, advantages, uses, specifications, costs, maintenance, and typical problems for neighborhood electric vehicles (NEV's) used on campuses. Advantages to the environment and flexibility of deployment are emphasized.
Cost and Red Tape Hamper Colleges Efforts to Go Green.
Carlson, Scott The Chronicle of Higher Education; v54 n31 , pA1,A16,A17 ; Apr 11, 2008
Reviews higher education's enthusiasm over "green" design, along with their reluctance to spend what is required for third-party certification in order to achieve LEED certification. The power of the LEED brand name and flaws in the certification system are also addressed.
Facility Focus: LEED-Certified Facilities.
College Planning and Management; v11 n4 , p95-98 ; Apr 2008
Profiles four LEED-certified higher education facilities, including two academic facilities, a fitness center, and an off-campus field station for environmental studies.
The New Green U.
College Planning and Management; v11 n4 , p27,30 ; Apr 2008
Briefly reviews sustainability initiatives at a variety of large and small higher education institutions.
"Green" versus "Mean."
Boley, William College Planning and Management; v11 n4 , p86,87 ; Apr 2008
Describes several aesthetically pleasing "green" building materials, including translucent panels and drywall made of largely recycled content, ground-faced block, and bamboo flooring.
Greening Middlebury College.
http://www.peterli.com/cpm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=1796 Brown, Robert; Viccica, Paul College Planning and Management; v11 n4 , p80-85 ; Apr 2008
Reviews highlights of sustainable building and campus management practices at this institution, focusing on the features of a new library addition and a power plant that will run on wood chips.
Georgia Southern University: Actively Going Green.
http://www.peterli.com/cpm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=1799 Enck, H.J.
Details the advances made in sustainability in building and operations at this university, in the areas of new construction, renovation, cleaning, site management, groundskeeping.
Transportation Planning for a Green Campus.
http://www.peterli.com/cpm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=1802 Harknett, Thomas College Planning and Management; v11 n4 , p68,70,72,74 ; Apr 2008
Focuses on campus transportation planning to achieve sustainability. This includes building denser, creating bicycle paths and bicycle storage, bus systems, and charging for parking. Points of progress in transportation planning at Cornell University are included.
It's Green-Now Find Out What That Really Means.
http://www.buildings.com/articles/detail.aspx?contentID=5834 Madsen, Jana Buildings; v102 n4 , p60-62,64,65 ; Apr 2008
Discusses the validity of manufacturers' claims of "greenness" for their building products, directing building owners toward legitimate certification programs, and advising on the meaning of terms such as "recycled," "rapidly renewable," "biodegradable," "low- or no-VOC," and "sustainably harvested."
To LEED or Not to LEED? That Is the Question.
http://www2.peterli.com/cpm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=1797 Micham, Ray College Planning and Management; v11 n4 , p32,34-36 ; Apr 2008
Compares the large quantity of energy buildings consume to that of other human activities, encourages LEED certification, emphasizes the value of building commissioning, describes the right-sizing of HVAC equipment, and describes administrative costs associated with LEED certification.
It's Not Easy Being Green.
http://www.peterli.com/cpm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=1798 Milshtein, Amy College Planning and Management; v11 n4 , p38,40,42 ; Apr 2008
Describes ways to "recommission" existing higher education buildings for energy and water savings.
Green Design: New Construction vs. Renovation.
Perruzzi, Daniel Buildings; v102 n4 , p84,86 ; Apr 2008
Briefly reviews the six categories of LEED certification for new construction and addresses the additional options available with renovation projects.
From Waste to Energy.
http://www.peterli.com/cpm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=1794 Rhodes, Kevin College Planning and Management; v11 n4 , p76-79 ; Apr 2008
Discusses opportunities for generating energy for campuses using materials previously considered waste. These included wood chips, plant parts, chicken litter, and sewage sludge. Processes for biomass gassification are described, as a pros and cons of these endeavors in an academic setting.
Environmental Education.
http://athleticbusiness.com/articles/article.aspx?articleid=1749&zoneid=9 Steinbach, Paul Athletic Business; v32 n4 , p38-4,42,44,46,48 ; Apr 2008
Reviews strategies that higher education institutions are using to lower energy consumption and improve the environment in their recreation centers. These include solar hot water, "green" cleaning, recycling, and reduction in the use of disposable products.
Look to the Landscape.
http://www.peterli.com/cpm/resources/articles/archive.php?article_id=1800 Weesner, John College Planning and Management; v11 n4 , p52,54,56,58 ; Apr 2008
Reviews landscaping considerations that can improve campus sustainability. These include creating a master plan, using native plants, encouraging walkability, compact development, stormwater management and re-use, and minimization of impervious surfaces.
The 800-Pound Gorilla: The Threat and Taming of Global Climate Change.
http://www.appa.org/files/FMArticles/MA08%20Hansen%20Feature.pdf Hansen, Jim Facilities Manager; v24 n2 , p22-24,26,28 ; Mar-Apr 2008
Provides two case studies examining the current and future consequences of continued global warming at the current business-as-usual pace and at a decreased (new alternative forms of energy) level. Cause and effect relationships are explored, such as the varying levels of CO2 emissions and the effect it has on melting ice, higher sea levels, and the extinction of species. Potential policy solutions such as a carbon tax and renewable energies are addressed, as well as the critical role that colleges and universities can play by committing to achieve climate neutrality.
STARS: A Sustainability Assessment and Rating System for Colleges and Universities.
Walton, Judy Facilities Manager; v24 n2 , p44-49 ; Mar-Apr 2008
Provides an overview of current campus sustainability models and introduces the newest and most comprehensive sustainability measurement tool developed by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). AASHE launched the Sustainability, Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) pilot program this year. Details of the new program are included.
Making the Case for Green Building.
Wilson, Alex Facilities Manager; v24 n2 , p36-43 ; Mar-Apr 2008
Advocates "green" building initiatives by detailing the numerous benefits derived from choosing to go green. Categories of benefits detailed include environmental, first-cost savings, reduced operating costs, health and productivity, community, as well as other economic benefits.
Green Designs Support Learning Environments.
http://www.learningbydesign.biz/2008/citation.html Learning By Design; n17 , p8-11 ; 2008
Presents the ten Citation of Excellence award winners in this competition, with particular attention to four educational facilities that exhibit particularly innovative and well-executed sustainable designs. The recipients include primary, secondary, and higher education projects.
Green Special Section.
http://www.learningbydesign.biz/2008/green.html Learning by Design; n17 , p30-58 ; 2008
Profiles 24 primary, secondary, and higher education facilities cited for their outstanding attention to sustainable design. For each project, a description, list of project participants, costs, and photographs are included.
Blueprints for Learning. http://www.learningbydesign.biz/2008/casestudy1.html Costlow, Andrew; Rawlins, Daniel Learning by Design; n17 , p198 ; 2008
Profiles sustainable features of two Indiana educational facilities.
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