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STORMWATER RUNOFF

LIGHT POLLUTION

STORMWATER MITIGATION



Stormwater that falls of the site and leaves the project site boundaries

on the surface is considered to be stormwater runoff. Stormater that

falls on the site's hardscapes (concrete, asphalt, etc.) and runs into

the sidewalk or street is considered to be stormwater runoff.

Definition

Definition

Waste light from a building or its site that does not increase security

or provide a function and needlessly consumes energy. Lights

directed to the night sky is considered to be light pollution. Lights

directed to the neighboring site is considered to be light trespass.

Stormwater that falls of the site and does not leave the site via

stormwater runoff. Stormwater used for landscape irrigation, sewage

conveyance or simply remains onsite within a retention pond isconsidered to be mitigated.

Definition



HEAT ISLAND EFFECT

NATIVE / ADAPTED VEGETATION

INVASIVE VEGETATION



Definition

Plants that can survive on the local environmental conditions and do

not require additional water / fertilizer / pesticides to sustain life. (note:

water / fertilizer / pesticides may be required during extreme periods

however are not required on an annual / ongoing basis)

Definition

Plants that are not native to the ecosystem and once introduced are

very aggressive to the point of overrunning the ecology. Weeds are

considered to be invasive vegetation.

Definition

Absorption of heat by surfaces and its radiation back to the

surrounding. Examples that produce heat island effect include black

roofs, asphalt hardscapes and dark colored buildings. Urban areasinclude car exhausts, air conditioners and street equipment as

sources of heat island effect.



GREENFIELD

BROWNFIELD

IMPERVIOUS



Sites that have not been previously developed by buildings,

hardscapes or agriculture.

Definition

Definition

Definition

Property that is considered to be contaminated by a governmental

agency or a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment. Typically the

soil and groundwater are the items that carry the contaminant.

Surfaces that do not allow the flow moisture to pass through.

Examples of pervious surfaces include concrete and asphalt.



PERVIOUS

PREFERRED PARKING

HARDSCAPE



Definition

Inanimate areas of the site. Examples include roadways, concrete

paths, parking areas, pavement and brick or tile patios.

Definition

Parking closest to the entrance excluding handicapped parking.

Discounted parking rates for select vehicles can also be considered

preferred parking.

Definition

Surfaces that allow the flow moisture to pass through. Examples of

pervious surfaces include landscaped and vegetated areas.



ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLE

SEDIMENTATION

EROSION



Low polluting, non-gasoline vehicles. Examples include electricity,

hydrogen, natural gas, propane, methanol and ethanol.

(note: the LEED rating systems consider hybrid vehicles to be

alternative fuel vehicles)

Definition

Definition

The process by which materials of the Earth's surface is loosened,

dissovled or worn away and transported by wind, rain or gravity.

Erosion is most likely to occur during th building construction process.

The addition of soil particles to water bodies. Sedimentation

decreases water quality and accelerates the aging process of

receiving water bodies.

Definition



BLACKWATER

POTABLE WATER

GRAYWATER



Definition

Water that meets the EPA's requirement for consumption by people.

Potable water is supplied by municipal water systems or onsite wells.

Definition

Blackwater is considered to be untreated water used for sewage

conveyence and kitchen sinks.

Definition

Graywater is defined by Appendix G of the Uniform Plumbing Code

as untreated wastewater that has not come into contact with toilet

waste. Used water from lavatories, showers and laundry tubs isconsidered to be graywater.



WELL WATER

PLUMBING FIXTURE

TERTIARY STANDARDS



Well water is drawn from local wells and is considered to be potable.

Definition

Tertiary treatment is considered to be the highest form of wastewater

treatment. Water that has been treated to tertiary standards can be

discharged into lakes however is not considered potable water.

Definition

Items connected to the plumbing system that can be controlled by the

occupant to discharge water. Examples of plumbing fixtures included

water closets, urinals, lavatories, sinks and showers.

Definition



XERISCAPING

EVAPOTRANSPIRATION

DRIP IRRIGATION



Definition

An irrigation system that delivers water to the landscaping via

underground tubes. Water is dispensed by a network of perforated

tubes.

The loss of water by evaporation from the soil and plants.

Definition

Definition

A landscape method that eliminates routine irrigation. It includes the

selection of low-water consuming plants and mulching beds to reduce

evaporation.



COMMISSIONING

BASELINE BLDG PERFORMANCE

PROPOSED BLDG PERFORMANCE



Definition

The proposed building performance is based on the actual design of

the proposed mechanical systems.

Definition

The baseline building performance is based on the minimum

requirements outlined in ASHRAE 90.1 Appendix G.

Definition

The process of verifying the mechanical equipment operates as

intended to meet the owner project requirements.



ENERGY STAR RATING

REFRIGERANTS

DAYLIGHTING



Definition

Controlled admission of natural light into the building to reduce

electrical consumption of the lighting system.

Definition

Working fluid of the refrigeration cycle that absorbs heat at low

temperatures and reject heat at high temperatures.

Definition

Measure of a building's energy consumption with respect to similar

buildings. Buildings are scored on a scale of 0 to 100. A score of 50

demonstrates average performance. A score of 75 can provide anENERGY STAR rating for a building.



GREEN-E

RENEWABLE ENERGY

CERTIFICATE

RENEWABLE ENERGY



Definition

Tradable commodities that represent proof that electricity was created

from a renewable energy source. RECs are sold seperately from

electicity provided to the building.

Definition

A program established by the Center for Resource Solutions to

promote renewable electricity generation and allow users a nationally

recognized method to identify the production.

Definition

Energy produced from a source that will not become depleted from

our use. Examples include solar, wind and hydro.



RAPIDLY RENEWABLE

REGIONAL MATERIAL

COMMINGLE



Definition

Locating all waste (paper, plastic, metals, etc.) in one container for

seperation offsite.

Definition

Materials extracted and manufactured within a 500 mile radius of the

project site.

Definition

Products, both plant and animal, that take less than 10-years to grow

to maturity. Examples include cork, bamboo, natural rubber, wheat,

cotton, straw and linoleum.



POST-CONSUMER

PRE-CONSUMER

SOURCE REDUCTION



Materials that have been diverted from the waste stream during the

manufacturing process and used to create a product. The materials

have not been used previously however have been diverted from the

waste stream and are considered to be post-consumer.

Definition

Definition

Items that have been made from materials that have been used

previously in a different item.

The practice of limiting the amount of items purchased therefore

reducing the waste stream. Purchasing items with less packaging

materials is also a form of source control.

Definition



FSC - WOOD

BREATHING ZONE

CHAIN OF CUSTODY



The space located between 3 feet and 6 feet above the floor and at

least 2 feet from walls or fixed airconditioning systems. It is the space

in which indoor air is typically inhaled by building occupants.

Forest managers that have been successfully audited by the Forest

Stewardship Council (FSC) can label their wood as "FSC-Wood". The

audit requires the forest managers not to remove timber volume

faster than they are growing.

Definition

Tracking procedure for a product from the point of harvest to the end

use. FSC wood products are required to have a chain of custody

certification number to qualify towards a LEED credit.

Definition

Definition



REGULARLY OCCUPIED SPACE

GLARE

VENTILATION



Spaces in which occupants typically are located throughout a work

day. Regularly occupied spaces of residential buildings include dining,

living rooms and bedrooms.

Definition

The process of replacing indoor air with outdoor air such that carbon

dioxide levels and material off-gassing does not create a problem for

the occupants. ASHRAE 62.1 outlines the required minimumventilation rates for various occupancies.

Definition

Excessively bright source of light that causes discomfort or distraction

from task.

Definition



INNOVATION

VISION GLAZING

VISIBLE LIGHT TRANSMITTANCE



The portion of an exterior window between 30 and 90 inches above

the floor that permits a view to the outside.

Definition

A strategy that greatly exceeds the requirement of an existing LEED

credit…OR…. A new strategy that greatly exceeds standard practices

and includes a measurable environmental or energy benefit.

Definition

The ratio of total transmitted light to total incident light.

Definition



BIODEGRADABLE

CARBON FOOTPRINT

EMISSIVITY



Definition

Definition

Definition

The ratio of the radiation emitted by a surface to the radiation emitted

by a black body at the same temperature.

Able to decompose under natural conditions.

The measure of greenhouse gas emissions associated with an

activity.



ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

HIGH-PERFORMANCE GREEN

BUILDING

ECOSYSTEM



A unit of nature that includes a community of organisms and their non-

living environment linked by biological, chemical and physical

processes.

Definition

Definition

Long-term maintenance of ecosystem components and functions for

future generations.

A structure designed to conserve water and energy; use space,

materials and resources efficiently; minimize construction waste and

create a healthful indoor environment.

Definition



INTEGRATED DESIGN TEAM

LIFE-CYCLE ASSESSMENT

MARKET TRANSFORMATION



An analysis of the environment aspects and the potential impacts

associated with a product, process or service.

Systematic improvements in the performance of a market or market

segments.

Definition

All the individuals involved in a building project from early in the

design process, including the design professionals, the owner's rep.

and the contractors.

Definition

Definition



SUSTAINABILITY

LEED CREDIT

REGENERATIVE DESIGN



Sustainable plans for built environments that improve existing

conditions.

Definition

Definition

Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of

future generations to their needs.

An optional component of the LEED rating system. If achieved one

point toward certification is awarded.

Definition



CREDIT INTERPRETATION

REQUEST

LEED INTENT

LEED GREEN BUILDING RATING

SYSTEM



Definition

A formal USGBC process in which the project team can receive

clarification on technical issues.

Definition

The primary goal of each LEED prerequsite and credit.

Definition

A voluntary, consensus-based, market driven building rating system

that provides a benchmark for new and existing buildings.



ACID RAIN

BIODIVERSITY

LEED PREREQUISITE



The variety of life in all forms, levels and combinations such as:

ecosystem / species / genetic DIVERSITY.

Definition

A LEED rating system requirement which is mandatory for project

certification however does not earn points toward certification.

Definition

The precipitation of dilute solutions of mineral acids, formed by the

mixing in the atmosphere of various industrial pollutants with naturally

occuring oxygen and water vapor.

Definition



BUILDING DENSITY

BIOMASS

BIOSWALE



A stormwater control feature that uses a combination of an

engineered basin, soils and vegetation to slow and detain stormwater,

increase groundwater recharge while reducing peak stormwater

runoff.

Definition

Definition

Plant material from trees, grass or crops that can be converted to

heat energy to produce electricity.

Definition

The floor area (square feet) of the building divided by the total area

(acre) of the site.



BUILDING FOOTPRINT

COMMUNITY CONNECTIVITY

DEVELOPMENT DENSITY



Definition

The total square footage of all buildings within a particular area,

measure in square feet per acre.

Definition

The area of the project site that is used by the building structure,

defined by the building perimeter. Site hardscapes are not included in

the building footprint.

Definition

The amount of connection between a site and the surrounding

community meausured by the proximity of basic services and

pedestrian access.



DRY PONDS

FLOODPLAIN

FLOOR-TO-AREA RATIO



Definition

Excavated areas that detain stormwater and slow runoff but are dry

between rain events. Wet ponds are similar but are designed to hold

water throughout the year.

Definition

Land is likely to be flooded by a 100-year storm.

Definition

The relationship between the total building floor area and the

allowable land area the building can cover.



FOOT CANDLE

PRIME FARMLAND

RAIN GARDEN



A stormwater management feature consisting of an excavated

depression and vegetation that collects and filters runoff to reduce

peak discharge rates.

Definition

A measure of the amount of illumination falling on a surface.

Definition

Previous undeveloped land with soil suitable for cultivation.

Definition



STREET GRID DENSITY

SITE DISTURBANCE

SOLAR REFLECTANCE INDEX



An indicator of neighborhood density, calculated as the number of

centerline miles per square mile.

Definition

The amount of a site that is disturbed by construction activity.

Definition

Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) is the measure of how well a material

rejects solar heat.The index ranges from 0 to about 100. 0 equates to

least reflective (i.e. black) and 100 equates to most reflective (i.e.

white).

Definition



TRANSPORTATION DEMANDMANAGEMENT

WETLAND VEGETATION

COOLING TOWER



Definition

Plants that require saturated soils to survive or can tolerate prolonged

wet soil conditions.

Definition

A structure that uses water to absorb heat from air-conditioning

systems and regulate air temperature in a facility.

Definition

The process of reducing peak-period vehicle trips.



IRRIGATION EFFICIENCY

GALLONS PER FLUSH

GALLONS PER MINUTE



The percentage of water delivered by irrigation equipment that is

actually used for irrigation and does not evaporate.

Definition

The amount of water consumed by flush fixtures (water closets,

urinals).

Definition

The amount of water consumed by flow fixtures. (faucet, showers,

etc.)

Definition



HARVESTED RAINWATER

WASTEWATER

BRITISH THERMAL UNIT



Definition

The spent water from a building or site that contains dissolved or

suspended matter.

Definition

The amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of

liquid on degree of temperature in Fahrenheit.

Definition

Precipitation collected and used for the water needs of the facility or

site.



COMPACT FLOURESCENT LIGHTS

BUILDING ENVELOPE

CHILLER



A small fluorescent lamp, used as an efficient alternative to

incandescent lighting.

Definition

The exterior surface of a building - wals, roof, windows, floor - also

referred to as the shell.

Definition

A device that removes heat from a liquid, typically as part of a

refrigeration system used to cool and dehumidify buildings.

Definition



GREENHOUSE GAS EMMISSIONSPER CAPITA

ENERGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

ENERGY USE INTENSITY



Definition

A control system capable of monitoring environmental and system

loads and adjusting HVAC operations accordingly in order to

conserve energy while maintaining comfort.

Definition

Energy consumption divided by the floor area of the building.

Definition

A community's total greenhouse gas emissions divided by the total

number of residents.



MEASURES OF ENERGY USE

FOSSIL FUEL

LIGHTING POWER DENSITY



Typical primary measures of energy consumption associated with

buildings include kilo-watt hours of electricity, therms of natural gas

and gallons of liquid fuel.

Definition

Energy derived from ancient organic remains, such as peat, coal,

crude oil and natural gas.

Definition

The installed lighting power per unit area.

Definition



NONRENEWABLE

PERFORMANCE RELATIVE TO

BENCHMARK

PHOTOVOLTAIC ENERGY



Definition

A comparison of a building system's performance with a standard,

such as ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager.

Definition

Definition

Not capable of being replaced once used. Oil and natural gas are

nonrenewable energy sources.

Electricity produced from cells that convert sunlight.



CONSTRUCTION WASTE

MANAGEMENT PLAN

BY-PRODUCT

CONSTRUCTION & DEMOLITION

DEBRIS



A plan that diverts demolition + renovation + construction waste from

landfills and incinerators.

Definition

A material, other than the pricipal product, generated as a

consequence of an industrial process or as a breakdown product in a

living system.

Definition

Waste and recyclables generated from demolition, renovation and

construction process. It does not include land-clearing debris or

hazardous materials.

Definition



RECYCLED CONTENT

REUSE

SALVAGED MATERIAL



Definition

A building material that is being returned to active use in its original

capacity.

Definition

Items recovered from existing sites and reused . Examples include

structural beams, floors, doors and cabinetry.

Definition

The percentage of a material, by weight or volume, that is from a

previous material.



AIR QUALITY STANDARDS

SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY

WASTE DIVERSION



The level of pollutants prescribed by regulations that is not to be

exceeded during a given time in a defined area.

Definition

Management of forest resources to meet long-term forest production

needs.

Definition

The amount of waste disposed of other than through landfills or

incinerators.

Definition



AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

ASHRAE

BAKE-OUT



Definition

American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning

Engineers.

Definition

A process used to remove volatile organic compounds from a building

by elevating the temperature in the fully furnished and ventilated

building prior to human occupancy.

Definition

The temperature of the surrounding air or medium.



CONTROLLABILITY OF SYSTEMS

CARBON DIOXIDECONCENTRATION

CONTAMINANT



The percentage of occupants who have direct control over

temperature, airflow and lighting within their work space.

Definition

An indicator of the ventilation effectiveness within a facility.

Definition

An airborne element that is detrimental to indoor air quality.

Definition



FLUSH-OUT

INDOOR AIR QUALITY

MINIMUM EFFICIENY REPORTING

VALUE (MERV)



Definition

The nature of the air within a building that effects the health and well-

being of the occupants.

Definition

A rating that indicates the efficiency of an air filter. The rating ranges

from 1 - 16. 1 = very inefficient filter. 16 very efficient filter.

Definition

Providing 100% outside air to the building after construction and

before occupancy to remove chemicals that may be off-gassing from

new building materials.



POLLUTANTS

OFF-GASSING

PARTICULATES



Any substance introduced into the environment that harms the

usefullness of a resource or health of humans, animals or

ecosystems. Air pollutants include Carbon Dioxide, Sulfure Dioxide,

Nitrogen Oxides, Mercury, small particulates (PM2.5) and largeparticulatesd (PM10).

Definition

The emission of volatile organic compounds from synthetic and

natural products.

Definition

Solid particles or liquid droplets within the atmosphere. Examples

include dust, emissions and combustions by-products.

Definition



SICK BUILDING SYNDROME

THERMAL COMFORT

VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS

(VOC)



Definition

The temperature, humidity and ventilation ranges in which most

people experience comfort within a building.

Definition

The amount of carbon compounds that participate in atmospheric

photochemical reactions and vaporize at room temperature VOC's

Definition

A combination of symptoms experienced by occupants that are linked

to the time spent within a building.

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