rogbc – Green Building Training: Stephen Scrivens, Landscape Technology – segment 1 of 3

Part 1 of 3 segments Stephen Scrivens, Principal of Landscape Technology lectured at the rogbc Green Building Training in October on key gree construction issues. His presentation deals with: – water issues (erosion, sedimentation control, flood risk; storm water management, water borne pollution reduction) – site location (development density, protect/restore open space, protect ecological value of site/ reduce site disturbance; landscape & exterior design to reduce heat island effect (roof & non-roof)) – recycled materials (brownfield redevelopment, reuse of existing structures, divert from landfills; building reuse, recyclable content, rapidly renewable, local/regional content, certified wood; construction waste management, nox emissions, composting, property maintenance, etc.) – transportation issues (underground parking; public and alternative transportation; parking capacity and carpooling) – water preservation and efficiency (indoor water use, water use reduction; innovative waste water technologies; external water use, water efficient landscape;contamination) – ventilation and indoor air quality – interior design and materials used (Interior design and furniture (low emitting materials (paints, adhesives, sealants, carpet, composite wood, agrofiber; sound insulation) – facility management (maintenance manuals; commissioning; servicing; waste management; monitoring consumption, controlling costs). Stephen Scrivens has lectured internationally and authored text …

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