Air Infiltration and Ventilation Centre 2009 World Student Environmental Summit - June 25th in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. ASTM Sustainability Standards Development The trend toward sustainability has been very strong in recent years as both the private and public sectors continue to develop new programs that bring specific sustainability issues to the forefront. ASTM has also played a major role in helping to fulfill the world's sustainability needs through the development of consensus standards. Members and visitors to the site can use the information below to help stimulate discussions regarding the need for future sustainability standards. ASTM Sustainability Standards U.S. EPA Sustainability Web Page
Ενδοδαπέδια Θέρμανση, Κλιματισμός, Φυσικό αέριο, Εγκαταστάσεις Welcome to the Office of Sustainability - Office of Sustainability - Tufts University Green Seal > Home Leitfaden "Studium und Forschung zur Nachhaltigkeit" International Green Construction Code The IgCC is… The IgCC is the first model code to include sustainability measures for the entire construction project and its site — from design through construction, certificate of occupancy and beyond. The new code is expected to make buildings more efficient, reduce waste, and have a positive impact on health, safety and community welfare. The IgCC provides… Baseline Green RequirementsThe IgCC creates a regulatory framework for new and existing buildings, establishing minimum green requirements for buildings and complementing voluntary rating systems, which may extend beyond baseline of the IgCC. Economic BenefitsGreen construction creates jobs and contributes to economic growth, according to the U.S. Professional Development & Technical SupportTraining, certification exams and contractor testing on the key elements of the IgCC are currently being offered by ICC, with additional professional development and technical support materials under development. Resources