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1.0) Ten Main Principles for Sustainable
Buildings:
1.1) occupant health & safety (including anthropometric spaces
and handicap access)
1.2) environmental stewardship (minimal water, land or air pollution)
1.3) sustainable development (ensuring an ample resource base for
future generations)
1.4) habitat preservation (local ecosystems, animal corridors, wildlife
sanctuaries, etc.)
1.5) resource conservation (wood, earth, fossil fuels, etc.)
1.6) energy & water conservation (i.e. energy efficiency, low
embodied energy, high recycled content & rainwater harvesting)
1.7) appropriate technology (from waterless toilets to photovoltaics)
1.8) renewable and alternative energy supply (i.e. solar, geothermal,
wind, biomass, mini hydro, etc.)
1.9) minimal operating/maintenance costs (low utility bills)
1.10) compliance with international obligations (i.e. Kyoto protocol,
Global Warming)
© Jorg Ostrowski 2003. All rights reserved.
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