Green Buildings, Green Homes : Green Buildings, Green Homes
Why to have green buildings? : Why to have green buildings? Urbanization rate worldwide
Negative effects of conventional buildings
Extraction of materials and energy use:
In the US, buildings account for:
14% potable water
30% waste output
38% CO2 emissions
72% electricity consumption (heating and lighting)
Strategies to green or sustainable buildings : Strategies to green or sustainable buildings The idea is to use integrated approaches
Social (health), environment (less materials and energy), economic (savings).
New paradigm encourages cooperation, see the interconnections to bring about long lasting solutions.
How to bring these ideas to our homes? : How to bring these ideas to our homes?
At your home site : At your home site Use native and adapted plants in your garden
Choose to live in areas with access to public transportation
Water efficiency : Water efficiency Water efficient aerators Use water from shower, laundry for toilets and garden. For this use biodegradable shampoos and soap. HARVEST RAINWATER Waterless urinals
Energy Efficiency : Energy Efficiency Establish goals of how much you want to reduce your energy consumption and monitor Use free energy
Indoor air quality : Indoor air quality Cleaning tips
To clean mops use or cleaning towels use oxygenated water and soap
Do not use chlorine
Use vinegar, and garlic with water and coffee grains for pest management.
Clean the kitchen first
Waste management : Waste management
Thank you! : Thank you! Alicia Jimenez
ajimenez@earthcharter.org