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For operations and maintenance projects, the implementation phase may be less an event than an on-going process. Continual tweaks optimize operations, and major systems are overhauled for efficiency and ability to deliver energy and cost savings. Making sure everyone has the necessary training and information and clearly understands his or her role is the key to successful sustainable operations and maintenance programs. With design-build projects, the construction process causes environmental damage, but the effects can be managed and reduced by using sound practices and alternative technologies. eee THE FOLLOWING STRATEGIES CAN HELP PROJECTS MEET SUSTAINABILITY GOALS DURING CONSTRUCTION:
- Reducing the amount of fossil fuels used in construction equipment by minimizing grading and earth moving, as well as using biodiesel or other alternative fuels.
- Preventing air and water pollution by addressing dust and implementing a construction activity pollution prevention plan. ¢ Ensuring indoor air quality by following an indoor environmental quality management plan for protecting ductwork and pervious materials, preventing dust, and protecting any occupied spaces from pollutants.
- Minimizing landfill waste by reducing construction debris and following a waste management plan that addresses waste separation and hauling, also saving costs. a As in all phases of a green building process, any changes made during implementation should be carefully documented. Although documentation may take time, it is necessary so that achievement of sustainability goals can be verified. Whether for compliance with regulatory requirements, LEED certification, or other third-party verification, clear and organized documentation throughout implementation will help ensure success. Documentation during the implementation phase might include change orders, chain-of-custody letters to verify that materials came from a sustainable source, waste hauling tickets, updated or revised construction management plans, commissioning or retrocommissioning reports, or other LEED documents. Careful recording and sharing of lessons learned can help improve future projects and advance the field of z green building. a ‘ a The construction and operations of green building and neighborhood projects are never really complete. rc Daily life in any building or community requires on-going delivery or production of resources, as well e as routine maintenance and upkeep. Even the most low-tech, passive systems need to be maintained to Q foster a healthful environment for people and prevent environmental harm to the planet. Heating, cooling, 8 ventilation, and other systems must be properly cared for to ensure that they work effectively using red minimum amounts of energy and water. Maintenance activities must be adapted throughout the life of the 8 project so that the benefits are captured over time. wy ad 46