Smart Building Upgrades Which Favor Green Building
Below is a list of features and benefits that may lower utility bills and create healthier and more comfortable building environments.
| Product Feature |
Benefit |
| High Performance Lights |
T-8 lighting with continuous dimming ballasts ensures high light levels, but low energy use |
| Low or no-VOC materials |
Low or no-VOC materials, finishes and paints help keep classrooms healthier |
| Day Lighting |
More windows and sky lights provide natural light that increases student performance |
| Energy Star Windows |
Low-E coating, U-values of 0.31 or less, and solar heat gain co-efficient of 0.38, keep building warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. |
| Efficient Heat Pump with Energy Recovery Wheel |
A high efficient unit uses less energy while providing greater comfort |
| Programmable thermostats |
Computerized controls save energy and provide greater comfort. |
| Increased Insulation |
Higher insulation levels in Ceiling (R-30) Walls (R-19) Floors (R-25) |
You can also review our suggested Green Building Specificatoins below for details on the materials we suggest.