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Johnson Park Apartments V
GREEN TRAINING
Monday, August 13, 2012 @ 6:30 p.m.
JCTOD Outreach, Inc. d/b/a Johnson Park Center
26 Johnson Park Utica, New York 13501
I. Overview of JPA V
II. Overview of Green Homes/Green Living
a. What are Green Homes? b. Why Green Homes? c. What is LEED for Homes? d. What is ENERGY STAR?
III. Overview of JPA V Green Features
a. Geothermal HVAC System b. Photovoltaic System c. Water Efficiency d. Energy Efficiency e. Environmentally Preferable Products f. Indoor Environmental Quality g. Landscaping
IV. Green Living Suggestions
a. Healthy Living b. Energy Conservation c. Water Conservation d. Waste & Recycling
V. Questions and Answers
GREEN TRAININGSustainability Training SessionJohnson Park Center – JPA V
LEED® Platinum CertifiedAugust 13, 2012
283 Genesee Street Utica, NY 13501www.hagelaw.com
Johnson Park Apartments V
JCTOD Outreach, Inc. d/b/a Johnson Park Center (JPC) is the proud owner ofaffordable housing units located at 1418 West Street and 210-212 ArthurStreet, Utica, NY (JPA V), that have been certified “green”.
JPA V received LEED® Platinum certification from the USGBC. Platinum is thehighest rating that can be attained, making JPA V one of the greenest buildingprojects in the world today. Worldwide there are only 1,045 Platinum-certifiedproject, with 61 of those projects being in New York. (as of January 2012).http://www.motherearthnews.com/sustainable-solutions/leed-platinum-homes-buildings-top-ranking-states-countries.aspx
JPA V also has been certified with an ENERGY STAR® rating through theNational ENERGY STAR Program, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agencyand the U.S. Department of Energy.
These buildings have been built, inspected, tested and certified to provideincreased comfort, reduced utility and maintenance costs, improved indoor airquality, and a minimized effect on the local and global environments.
GREEN HOMES
What are Green Homes?
• A green home is designed and built to be:– Healthy,– Comfortable,– Durable,– Energy efficient, and– Environmentally responsible
• Green homes are built to exceed the performance levels offered by conventional, code-compliant new homes.
Why Green Homes?• Homes have a very significant environmental impact.
According to the US Department of Energy, all homes in the US account for:– 22% of the total energy consumed, and– 21% of carbon dioxide emissions.
• Certain indoor pollutants can often be 4 or 5 times higher than outdoor levels.
• Construction and demolition waste represents 40% of the solid waste in the U.S.
• Homes have a significant impact on the amount of water consumed, on the amount of chemicals that can damage nearby water bodies, and other consequences.
• Shifting toward the design and construction of sustainable homes can have enormous benefits for the environment and for the occupants of the home.
What is LEED for Homes?• LEED for Homes is a voluntary rating system administered by
the USGBC, a non-profit organization that promotes the design and construction of high performance green buildings. To be certified, a home must:– Include several required measures (“prerequisites”) (e.g.,
achieve energy efficiency at least 15%-20% better than conventional homes, and
– Include many additional, optional green measures (“credits”) to earn points. A project must earn a minimum number of points to achieve certification.
• Benefits of a LEED Home include lower energy and water bills, reduced green house gas emissions, and less exposure to mold, mildew and other indoor toxins.
• A sustainable home is one that utilizes materials and techniques that are friendly to our natural environment, as well as to those who build and occupy the building.
LEED for Homes (cont’d)• LEED for Homes includes several additional
requirements, such as verification by a LEED for Homes Green Rater. The Green Rate is not associated with the project team and he or she has training in verifying green homes.
• In the verification process, the Green Rater confirms that:– All of the required green measures are installed in the
home (by visual inspection) and– The performance level of the home meets the program
requirements (by physical testing of the home’s air leakage, duct leakage, etc.).
• For more information on the LEED for Homes Program, go to: www.usbgc.org/LEED/Homes
What is ENERGY STAR?
• ENERGY STAR is a program of the US Environmental Protection Agency that identifies energy efficient products.
• An ENERGY STAR labeled home uses as least 15% less energy than an identical home built to the model building code.
• To achieve this certification, many features and construction techniques are utilized that are not found on the average new home construction.
• ENERGY STAR Homes are inspected and tested during and after construction by a trained third-party to verify that the required standards have been met.
• For more information about ENERGY STAR, go to www.energystar.gov
JPA V GREEN FEATURES
Key Green Features
• Geothermal HVAC– 3 Closed Wells – 290 / 270 / 250 feet deep per house
• Rooftop Solar Panels– Accumulative credits– Powers geothermal pumps
• Indoor Environmental Quality• 90% Air Circulation per 24 hr. day• Thermal-Sealed Envelope• Heat on Demand for Office Use• Low or No VOCs Paints and Sealants• ENERGY STAR Appliances & Lighting Fixtures• Water Efficient Appliances & Plumbing Fixtures• Gut Rehabilitation (reuse-recycle-local usage)• Rainwater Harvesting System• Drought-Tolerant Landscaping• Induction Stoves
210-212 ARTHUR STREET
1418 WEST STREET
GREEN LIVING
Prepared by: Prepared for:Hage & Hage LLC Johnson Park Center283 Genesee Street 26 Johnson ParkUtica, NY 13501 Utica, NY 13501www.hagelaw.com www.johnsonparkcenter.org
LEED® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Green Building Council.
ENERGY STAR® is a registered trademark of the U.S. government.
DISCLAIMER: The work that provided the basis for this publication was supported by fundingunder an award with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Thesubstance and findings of the work are dedicated to the public. The author and publisher aresolely responsible for the accuracy of the statements and interpretations contained in thispublication. Such interpretations do not necessarily reflect the views of HUD.
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How We Live Affects Our Health
• We Buy & Use Products• We Attract Pests• We Smoke• Bring In Allergens
… but, we can create healthier homes!
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• The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) requires consumer products containing hazardous substances to have:– Principal Display Panel containing:
• Signal word (DANGER, CAUTION & WARNING, IRRITANT)
• Affirmative Statement of Principal Hazard
• If all labeling not on principal display panel, then read other cautions on another panel
• For more information see www.cpsc.gov
Avoid Products With Labels Indicating Harm
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Danger: Most dangerous products (commercial toilet bowl, over & drain cleaners). Can be fatal or very harmful. Often corrosive, extremely flammable, highly toxic or poisonous.
Caution or Warning: Less harmful than Danger. Can cause risk like burn or breathing issues.
Irritants: Can cause injury or inflammation on contact.
Avoid Products With Labels Indicating Harm
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Whitening: Never use undiluted chlorine bleach or ammonia.
Choose:•Unscented, concentrated, biodegradable
•Non-Toxic
•Low or No-VOC•GreenSeal Certified
•Design for the Environment
Make Your Own Cleaner: Use vinegar, soap, water, baking soda and other non toxic ingredients.
Pick Green Cleaning Products
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Home Made Green Recipes
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• $6 for ingredients & container
• Less harmful
• $13 for typical products• Can be “harmful” or “dangerous”
Green Cleaning Benefits
Homemade Green Traditional Cleaners
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Green May Save Money $$ – Cost per Month
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• Only wash full loads of laundry• Wash in cold water• Use hydrogen peroxide, or white distilled vinegar instead
of chlorine bleach to whiten clothes• Clean lint after dryer use
Green Laundry Tips
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QuickTime™ and aTIFF (Uncompressed) decompressor
are needed to see this picture.
Mold & Moisture Cockroaches Tobacco Smoke
Dust mites Cockroach Feces Mice Feces
Avoid Asthma Triggers
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Pests• Report pest problems • Use good housekeeping• Cooperate with pest professionals
Moisture & Mold• Report leaks (plumbing, roof, toilets)• Use bath & kitchen fans
Smoke Free Housing • Explore smoke free policies• Start with a tenant survey
How Can We Reduce Asthma Triggers?
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• Asthma trigger• Bites & disease• Spurs use of pesticides, which are often misused. • Avoid foggers.
Health Risks From Pests
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IPM is an alternative approach to traditional pest control. IPM treats both symptoms (ex: pests) AND source (i.e. trash or mess) that attracts the pests. Maintaining IPM is a team effort between the owner, management and residents.
•Provide good and contained storage for trash•Keep common areas clean•Use good housekeeping•Monitor for pests and report pests immediately•Don’t bring in used furniture
Use Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
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Mice
These are mice feces.
Report Pest Problems? What Type of Pest?
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Cockroaches
These are cockroach feces, called “frass”.
Report Pest Problems? What Type of Pest?
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Mice
Mice created this hole to enter the home. Note the chew marks.
Report Pest Problems? What Type of Pest?
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Bed Bugs
Note the small brownish stains. Bed bugs like to live in the mattress or furniture.
Report Pest Problems? What Type of Pest?
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Food & dirt can attract cockroaches, mice and other pests.
Poor Housekeeping Attracts Pests
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Clean sink & counters means there is nothing for pests to eat or drink.
A Cleaner Kitchen Attracts Fewer Pests
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• Use kitchen & bath fans
• Don’t over use humidifiers
• Report & fix leaks promptly
Minimize Moisture Problems & Avoid Mold
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Tobacco smoke creates health risks•Cancer•Sudden Infant Death Syndrome•Heart Disease
Smoking creates odors & can cause fires
Explore Smoke Free Housing
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Why Should You Care about Energy Use?
It saves money• Using less energy means lowering utility bills and saving
moneyIt reduces carbon emissions• Carbon emissions are linked to climate change that
results in more common severe weather events (hurricanes, heavy rains/floods, and droughts)
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Why Should You Care about Energy Use?
Electricity is generated from power plants
Why Should You Care about Energy Use?
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Image Source: Señor Codo via flickr under a CC license
Power plants produce emissions that can be harmful to human health and contribute to global warming.
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Why Should You Care about Energy Use?
the more Carbon Dioxide (CO2) emitted
The more electricity used...
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Source: http://www.worldproutassembly.org/archives/2006/09/adapt_to_climat.html
Catastrophic Weather Events
Extreme Drought
Eco-System ChangesSource: http://arcticportal.org/climate-and-sea
Hurricanes
CO2 Contributes to Climate Change, Affecting...CO2 Contributes to Climate Change & Affects...
Source: http://skattertech.com/2005/08/hurricane-katrina-satellite-images/ Source: http://trendsupdates.com/poor-countries-oblivious-to-climate-change/
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Space Heating46%
Appliances19%
Water Heating16%
Space Cooling8%
Lighting7%
Other3%
Computers1%
Typical Household Energy Use
Source: US EPA
Major Home Energy UsageMajor Home Energy Usage
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Ways to Save Energy
Heating and Cooling• Avoid space heaters as they are
very inefficient and become a fire hazard if something is placed on them.
• Buy Energy Star air conditioners and circulating fans.
• Don’t open windows in the Winter.
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The Stack Effect
1) Window is opened in an upper floor unit
2) Heat rushes out and draws warm air up from other units
3) Cold air is drawn from the outside to replace air
Source: Steven Winter Associates
Why You Shouldn’t Open Windows in WinterWhy You Shouldn’t Open Windows in Winter
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Appliances:• Look out for Phantom
loads – little lights, LCD displays, and other indicators that remain ON even if your electronics are OFF
• Turn off computer when not in use (not just sleep…OFF)
• Use a timer or smart surge protector
Ways To Save EnergyWays to Save Energy
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Ways to Save Energy
Refrigerator & Freezer:• Clean the coils on the back of
your refrigerator• Ensure back of the refrigerator
has several inches of clearance from the wall
• Clean out frost from your freezer• Close refrigerator door quickly• Set your refrigerator to 37
degrees, no colder• Choose Energy Star appliances
Source: http://factoidz.com/how-to-clean-refrigerator-coils/
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Ways to Save Energy
Source: http://www.pricepfister.com
Water:• Install an efficient showerhead
(<2 gallons/minute)• Take shorter showers• Run only full loads of dishes in
the dishwasher and clothes in the washer
• Set clothes washers to use only cold water
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Ways to Save Energy
Lighting:• Replace incandescent
lighting with compact fluorescent (CFL)
• CFLs use 66% less energy than incandescents
• Turn lights off when not in use or use occupancy sensors
• Open blinds and curtains to let in natural light
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Ways to Save Energy Through Purchasing
Energy Efficient Products• Energy Star is an EPA program that
identifies energy efficient products• Look for the blue Energy Star label
– TVs – Refrigerators– Dishwashers– Air Conditioners– Computers– Clothes Washers
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Ways to save energy through purchasing Ways to Save Energy Through Purchasing
Water Efficient Products• WaterSense is an EPA program that
identifies water-efficient products• Look for the WaterSense label
– Toilets – Showerheads– Sink Faucets
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What Uses the Most Water?
Other, 2 Gallons
Faucets, 11 Gallons
Leaks, 10 Gallons
Baths, 1 Gallon
Toilet, 19 Gallons
Dishwasher, 1 Gallon
Clothes Washer, 15
Gallons
Shower, 12 Gallons
69 Gallons/Person/Day
Source: American Water Works Association, Drinktap.org 2010 & Handbook of Water Use and Conservation
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Property Management Actions
• Repair leaks• Fix running toilets, fix flappers • Install low flow faucets• Install low flow toilets• Install low flow clothes
washers • Reduce irrigation Flapper
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Leaks
• Leaking toilet can waste up to 200 gallons/day
• Faucet leak 1 drip/second wastes 5 gallons/day
• Hot water leaks waste water and energy
• Leaks account for 14% of household water use
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Water Saving Product Replacement & Retrofits
Toilet
Kitchen & Bath Faucet
Showerhead
ClothesWasher
Dishwasher
Retrofit Option
Fix leaking flapper
Install WaterSense aerator
N/A
N/A
N/A
Replacement Option
WaterSense toilet
WaterSense faucet
WaterSense showerhead
EnergyStar washer
EnergyStar dishwasher
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What is WaterSense?
WaterSense is a label that indicates whether a product meets EPA water efficiency standards
WaterSense Standards• Showerheads < 2 gallons per minute• Faucets <1.5 gallons per minute• Toilets use < 1.28 gallons per flush
& flush 350 grams of solid matter
www.epa.gov/watersense website lists EPA WaterSense products
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What is Energy Star?
EPA program that sets energy and water efficiency standards for products, evaluates products, lists approved products.
You may recognize the logo, it’s on appliances like refrigerators, televisions, etc.
ENERGY STAR also evaluates clothes washers for energy and water use. www.epa.gov/energystar
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Together, We Can Make a Difference!
Resident:51 Gallons Saved/DAY
Management: 40 Gallons Saved/DAY
Together: 90+ Gallons Saved/DAY
+ =
1 Gallon saved/day
Shorter Showers
Report Leaks
Showers20 Gallons
Kitchen Sink24 Gallons
Bathroom11 Gallons Don’t Run Bath Faucet
Don’t Run Kitchen Faucet
Toilets20 Gallons
Install WaterSense Showerhead
Repair Leaks
Install Bath Aerator
Install Sink Aerator
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| 2GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling
Each American generates 4.5 lbs of waste per day…
Why Recycle?
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…and over 1,600 pounds per year.
Americans generate 4.5 lbs of waste per day…
Why Recycle?
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Only 30% is Recycled
…but much more could be.
Why Recycle?
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Reduce Landfilling• In volume, Americans
landfill over 167 million tons of trash –equivalent to the weight of 104 million cars
• Landfills can contaminate drinking water Source: RecycleRacoon
Source: US EPA
Why Recycle?
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Reduce Energy Use and Greenhouse Gasses• Materials made from recycled materials use less energy
since virgin sources do not need mining and refining• It takes 95% less energy to produce
an aluminum can from recycled cans than raw ore from a mine
• Recycling one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a 100-watt light bulb for 20 hours and a TV for 2 hours!
Source: US EPA
Why Recycle?
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Paper• Newspaper & Inserts• Phone & Paperback Books• Junk Mail & Circulars• Magazines• Paper Bags• Egg Cartons• Aseptic Cartons
Milk & Juice
• Cardboard BoxesClean pizza boxes (no food or oil stains)
What Can You Recycle?What Can You Recycle?
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Metal• Canned Food• Aluminum cans• Aluminum Foil (clean)• Aerosol Cans
Rinse out food
What Can You Recycle?
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Glass• Green, Amber & Clear
Containers• Canning Jars• Bottles • Food & Beverage
Containers• No broken glass, mirrors,
drinking glasses, dishes, ovenware or ceramics, or light bulbs
Rinse out food from jars
What Can You Recycle?
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What Can You Recycle?
• There are 7 types of plastic, identifiable by the triangle with a number in the middle.
• Look for the symbol on the bottom of the bottle• Certain numbers may
not be recyclable in your area.
Plastic
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Recyclable in our area:
Containers with Codes:
Beverage Cartons, Soap & Detergent Containers, Windshield Washer Jugs
Source: MomGoesGreen.com
Look for the Plastic ID, usually on the underside of a plastic container
NOT recyclable in our area:
Plastic bags, Medicine Bottles, Styrofoam, Toys, Motor Oil Bottles, Clothes Hangers, Containers with Code 6
Plastic
What Can You Recycle?
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Recycle One and Done
• All recyclable items – paper, plastic, metal & glass – need to be mixed together loosely in one container
• Recyclables must be placed in designated orange recycling bin or a durable plastic or metal lidded container, under 35 gallons and not more than 50 pound
• Do not place recyclables in plastic bags for collection. No string, no trash, no green waste
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Recycle One and Done
• Garbage
• Plastic Bags
• Styrofoam
• Ceramics
• Window Glass
• Drinking Glasses
• Lawn & Yard Waste
Items That Should Not Be Placed In Recycling Bin:• Batteries*
• Household Hazardous Waste*
• Light Bulbs*
• Paint Cans*
*Can be recycled at OHSWA Household Hazardous Waste Facility at 80 Leland Ave., Utica
For additional information visit www.RecycleOneAndDone.com*Source: Oneida-Herkimer Solid Waste Authority (OHSWA)
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