BUILDING MATREIALS AND RESOURCES
1. Sustainable Building Materials - - Using environmentally friendly materials with low environmental impacts during production, usage, and disposal
• Certified Green Materials: FSC-certified wood, Cradle-to-Cradle certified materials, or LEED-compliant resources.
• Recycled Content: Using recycled steel, glass, aluminum, and fly ash in construction.
• Bio-based Materials: Bamboo, hempcrete, and straw bales as renewable, biodegradable options.
• Smart Materials: Nanomaterials and phase-change materials for durability and thermal performance
2. Energy Audit Validation - Ensuring optimal energy usage by auditing and validating systems, including electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Building Management Systems (BMS): Software to monitor energy usage and optimize efficiency.
• Smart Meters and IoT Sensors: For real-time energy tracking and predictive maintenance.
• Renewable Energy Sources: Solar PV, wind turbines, and geothermal energy to reduce dependence on non-renewable sources.
3. Reduced Exposure to VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) - Ensuring optimal energy usage by auditing and validating systems, including electrical and
mechanical equipment. a group of chemicals that can evaporate into the air
• Low-VOC and Zero-VOC Products: Paints, adhesives, and sealants with reduced chemical emissions.
• Advanced HVAC Systems: Filters for VOC and carbon capture systems to improve indoor air quality.
• Biophilic Design: Integration of plants and greenery to naturally improve air quality.
4. Building Life-Cycle Impact Reduction - Reducing the environmental impact of a building throughout its life cycle, from material extraction to demolition.
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): Tools like Tally or OneClick LCA evaluate the environmental impact of materials.
• Circular Construction Practices: Using recycled materials and designing for deconstruction.
• Prefabricated and Modular Construction: Minimizes waste and speeds up construction processes.
5. Sustainable Development of Construction Engineering - Applying environmentally sustainable methods in engineering and construction processes.
• Digital Twin Technology: Simulates construction processes for resource optimization.
• Drones and Robotics: For precision and efficiency, minimizing waste during construction.
• Green Certifications: Adoption of LEED, BREEAM, or WELL standards to ensure sustainable development
6. Local Sourcing of Construction Materials - Applying environmentally sustainable methods in engineering and construction processes.
• Regional Supply Chain Management: Using digital tools to identify and source local materials efficiently.
• Adaptive Reuse: Utilizing locally available waste materials or salvaged components for new construction.
7. Judicious Use of Hard and Soft Wood - Using wood responsibly by sourcing it sustainably and optimizing usage.
FSC-Certified Timber: Ensures that wood comes from responsibly managed forests.
• Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT): Efficient and durable engineered wood for large-scale construction.
• Digital Cutting and Design Tools: Minimize waste by optimizing wood cutting and design.
