1. PRINCIPLES OF GREEN BUILDING DESIGN GAINING THE COMPETITIVE EDGE Jeanne Perantoni, AIA, LEED AP - CEO June 19, 2013 William Paterson University – Passaic County Dept of Economic Development

2. GREEN BUILDING DESIGN THE ROLE OF THE ARCHITECT IN LEVERAGING RESOURCES… GREEN BUILDING DESIGN A commitment to buildings that have a minimal negative impact on environment, are energy efficient, durable, life-affirming, healthy, and re-generative. REDUCING ENERGY-USE, ENHANCING OPERATIONS, AND IMPROVING COST FLOW AND BENEFITS

3. Past Practices & Design Standards produced buildings that accounted for: 72% of electricity consumption 39% of energy use 38% of all carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions 40% of raw materials use 30% of waste output (136 million tons annually) 14% of potable water consumption Design based upon the American Emphasis on What’s New, Super-Sized, Trendy, Replicable, & Disposable THE IMPACT OF BUILDINGS TO STAY COMPETITIVE…THIS NEEDS TO CHANGE

4. THE IMPACT OF INDIVIDUALS To transform the way buildings, sites, and communities are designed, built and operated, enabling an environmentally and socially-responsible, healthy, and prosperous environment that improves quality of life Creating building projects at all scales that operate as cleanly, beautifully, and efficiently as nature’s architecture Green Globes / GBI THE IMPACT OF KNOWLEDGE

5. Sustainable Building Technical Manual Public Technology, Inc. & The US Green Building Council “FIRST COST” versus “LIFE CYCLE COST” KNOW WHAT GREEN COSTS 2% investment in green can significantly lower operating costs for life of the building

6. Energy & Atmosphere CONSERVATION & REUSE REDUCTION IN USE OF FOSSIL FUELS & ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION MINIMIZING DISTURBANCE TO ECOSYSTEMS & POLLUTION TO WATERWAYS RENEWABLE RESOURCES REUSE & RECYCLING HEALTHIER ENVIRONMENT FOR ENHANCED HUMAN PERFORMANCE GETTING TO GREEN WHERE TO INVEST Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Indoor Environmental Quality Materials & Resources GREEN BUILDING CERTIFICATION SYSTEM verifying METRICS, and promoting BEST PRACTICES WHAT MATTERS MOST: energy savings, water efficiency, reduced CO 2 emissions & waste, improved IAQ, stewardship of resources & diversity.

7. UTILIZE WEB RESOURCES FOR IDEAS

8. CASE STUDY: Energy Audits of 83 buildings total 4.32 million square feet Energy costs $13 million OUTCOME: Defined $26 M in improvements to save $3 to $4 M per year SCIA Solar Program 1 st tranche will save $18.35 million over 15 years SCIA Solar Program 2 nd tranche is expected to achieve similar savings Energy & Atmosphere REDUCTION IN USE OF FOSSIL FUELS & ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION GETTING TO GREEN BEST PRACTICES BEGIN WITH ENERGY AUDITS

9. Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) Eligible for ESIP Lighting Retrofits & Upgrades Occupancy Sensors HVAC Upgrades Electric to Gas Conversions Boiler Replacements Chiller Replacements Building Management Systems Building Envelope Improvements Combined Heat & Power Renewable Energy GETTING TO GREEN

10. INVESTIGATE METRICS AND OPTIONS Getting to Green …. Average Simple Payback Projections on Retrofit Projects Lighting and Sensors4.6 Retro Commissioning5.7 Controls7.6 Appliance Replacement8.5 Window AC Replacement15 Boilers16 Domestic Hot Water21 Equipment Conversion 35 HVAC Systems65 Building Envelope Improvements98

11. MINIMIZING DISTURBANCE TO ECOSYSTEMS & POLLUTION TO WATERWAYS Sustainable Sites CASE STUDY: NEPTUNE MIDTOWN COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Reduced impervious coverage Bioswales to recharge runoff into groundwater Rooftop garden to further reduce runoff OUTCOME: 100% stormwater retention GETTING TO GREEN DESIGN STRATEGIES

12. MINIMIZING DISTURBANCE TO ECOSYSTEMS, PRESERVING LAND, ENHANCING STEWARDSHIP & ACCESS TO WATERWAYS Sustainable Sites GETTING TO GREEN SUCCESS STORY CASE STUDY: ALLEMUCHY MIXED USED DEVELOPMENT IN HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY ENRICHED BY NEW PARKLANDS & ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

13. CONSERVATION & REUSE Water Efficiency CASE STUDY: NEPTUNE MIDTOWN COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL  Stormwater infiltration to create mini- wetlands/bioswales on site  (Standard) Low flow plumbing fixtures  (Specialty) No flow fixtures such as waterless urinals, composting toilet  Rainwater harvesting  Sustainable, native plantings  Monitors and educational signage  OUTCOME: 50% water use reduction Prior to Planting Begins – year one Shade trees taking root – year two GETTING TO GREEN DESIGN STRATEGIES Bioswales – year three

14. MAPPING OF RESOURCES WITH AIM TO CONSERVE, REUSE, & ENHANCE Water Efficiency GETTING TO GREEN SUCCESS STORY CASE STUDY: PEQUEST FISH HATCHERY ANALYSIS FOR NEW INTERPRETIVE CENTER

15. RENEWABLE RESOURCES REUSE & RECYCLING Materials & Resources CASE STUDY: PASSAIC HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM RENOVATIONS Reuse/refinishing of existing materials Refinish wood stage (low-VOC products) Retain existing HVAC systems Re-use existing ceiling assembly Repair existing concrete floor LED conversion of light fixtures (Re-use instead of replace mentality) Recycling of all construction waste OUTCOME: 80% recycling of waste (at a minimum!) GETTING TO GREEN DESIGN STRATEGIES

16. RENEWABLE RESOURCES REUSE EXISTING & RECYCE Materials & Resources CASE STUDY: PASSAIC HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM RENOVATIONS Sustainable Materials Side wall panels utilize composite wood veneer panels Carpet with high recycled content Extra long lifespan of new seats Low VOC paint to reduce off gassing LED lighting used for house lights OUTCOME: Improve the carbon neutrality of project improve Indoor Air Quality GETTING TO GREEN DESIGN STRATEGIES

17. HEALTHIER ENVIRONMENT FOR ENHANCED HUMAN PERFORMANCE Indoor Environmental Quality CASE STUDY: NEPTUNE MIDTOWN Abundant Natural Daylighting Energy-saving controls & monitors Geothermal heating/cooling Low VOC materials throughout Healthy, quiet underfloor air delivery Flexible power grid & power source Operable windows & opening that promote natural ventilation OUTCOME: 20% reduction in absenteeism 20+% improvement in test scores 35+% energy savings over code GETTING TO GREEN DESIGN STRATEGIES

18. Indoor Environmental Quality GETTING TO GREEN SUCCESS STORY Ventilation CASE STUDY: NEPTUNE MIDTOWN Underfloor Displacement Air System Focus on Healthy Indoor Air Quality

19. Understand your leadership role in guiding critical investment decisions to maximize resource savings and promote sustainability outcomes Change your PERSPECTIVE … think long-term Begin with ENERGY AUDIT … benchmark baseline Understand METRICS … overall impact of small steps Factor in LIFE-CYCLE COSTS … maximize ROI by controlling expenses ( occupant-loads & operations) Be aware of MARKET SHIFTS … find out about new products, grant opportunities, tech changes, etc. GETTING ON BOARD GETTING ON BOARD NEW PARADIGM

20. Start EARLY & Plan LONG TERM To Reap Rewards, Investment Changes are best made early in the process, ideally by Design Development Phase Potential Project Impact Resources Required Time Concept Design Schematic Design Design Development Construction Documents Bidding/Negotiation Construction Turnover/Occupancy CD SDDDCDBID CONSTT/O Base decisions on Life-Cycle Cost Comparisons that include Maintenance & Replacement costs spread over functional life of the building

21. ACCEPT CHANGE INCREMENTALLY Attitudinal Change: 2000-01 We don’t know where to start… or what it means! 2002-03 CHECKLISTS are point chasers… that divert money 2004-05 Green is OK but …certification is too costly & difficult 2006-08 LEED helps us manage… but Gold Rating is too expensive 2010-12 Once you start, Gold is attainable on most projects. If we commit and apply what we have learned…it just happens.

22. THE IMPACT OF INDIVIDUALS BEHAVIORS changed by Decisions…ACTIONS influenced by Conv enience

23. PSYCHOLOGY OF BEHAVIOR What Drives our Behavior? 95% Non-conscious Behavior Learned / Modeled Triggered Hard-wired 5% Conscious Behavior

24. PSYCHOLOGY OF BEHAVIOR How is this useful? It creates a roadmap for motivating change! 1. Research New Models & Show Benefits 2. Get Staff Commitment & Buy In 3. Use Visual Prompts & Reminders 4. Use Social Norms to encourage group behavior 5. Use Incentives – praise, feedback, rewards…. 6. Make it Convenient & Easy to Implement 7. Persuade through Communication Strategies

25. Sustainable Building Technical Manual Public Technology, Inc. & The US Green Building Council WHAT IS A 1% INCREASE IN PRODUCTIVITY WORTH TO YOUR COMPANY? WHAT GREEN REALLY PROVIDES 2% investment in green can yield significant ROI dividends by increasing productivity over the life of building operations Based on time 5 minutes per day Based on salary $600 annually Based on square footage $3 per square foot ($65,000 annual salary 200 sf per employee)

26. http://www.buildgreenschools.org/ MOTIVATING CHANGE SUCCESS STORIES Engaging the Next Generation….

27. MOTIVATING CHANGE SUCCESS STORIES Sustainability – The New Competitive Edge

28. GREEN BUILDING TOOLKIT: GOAL: Demystify LEED Provide guidance on applying LEED principles and strategies to BUSINESS! Focus on business-friendly strategies to increase productivity, improve IAQ, and save energy costs! Guide municipal Code Officials and Green Team Volunteers on LEED implementation (common language) Disseminate critical research on Best Practices & Case Study Results Explain Big Picture Context and Return on Investment Analysis; Green + Business = Smart Growth www.greenbuildingtoolkit.com 2014 UPDATE BEING PLANNED MOTIVATING CHANGE SUCCESS STORIES Engaging Businesses & Municipalities….

29. Goal: Develop network of like-minded businesses, assist in formulating “Green Plans”, help companies adopt sustainable practices that yield economic benefits while reducing environmental impact, provide mentoring & recognition. Steps: Encourage an energy audit, develop a checklist based on Green Office Certification, encourage companies to get started, get greener, and instruct staff on best practices and direct steps to reduce environmental impact of operations. Green Challenge Components: Series of checklists, brochures and surveys categorized by impact area; Fact Sheets, Prompts, How-to’s, Encouragement Action Items, Website Access, & Easy Ways to Self-Report MOTIVATING CHANGE SUCCESS STORIES Recognize businesses who have demonstrated a commitment to sustainable practices and help Businesses profit from new sustainability efforts

30. MOTIVATING CHANGE SUCCESS STORIES Sustainability connects people across departments and unites all levels of staff with information, tools, and inspiration for challenges at hand: making sustainability a priority for the long term. http://www.greencampus.ha rvard.edu/green-office Somerset County Business Partnership www.scbp.org

31. LEARN ABOUT ENERGY-SAVING FUNDING ENERGY AUDIT Assessment of Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) CREATE ENERGY SAVINGS PLAN Level III Audit recommending package of energy projects achieving 15% savings. Create an Energy Reduction Plan for Pay for Performance (P4P). USE ENERGY SAVINGS IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM with 15 YEAR FINANCING (ESIP) Work with ESCO or DIY with knowledgeable A/E Team INTEGRATE ADDITIONAL GRANT MONEY Investigate & take strategic use of additional funding for specialized project packages and systems BID, CONSTRUCT, & COMMISSION MEASURE & VERIFY Ensure energy savings are attained FIND OUT ABOUT LOCAL/REGIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FUNDING SOURCES, COUNTY & STATE INITIATIVES FEDERAL BONDS & UTILITY COMPANY PROGRAMS MOTIVATING CHANGE & investment Passaic County “Greening Your Company 2013” Opportunities to improve Cash Flow and Benefits

32. QUESTIONS? Jeanne Perantoni, AIA, LEED AP – CEO jeanneperantoni@ssparchitects.com