TABLE OF CONTENTS - The Professional Green Building Council

Theme B: Creating a livable, healthy and environmentally viable citiesnumber of environmental targets for design of buildings and BS systems are set,including:-• Low Overall Thermal Transfer Value;• Use of water-cooled heat rejection system for central air-conditioninginstallations;• use of occupancy sensors for air-conditioning and lighting installations; and• use of high efficiency motors, etc.2.1.2 Sustainable Design FeaturesMany sustainable and innovative features have been incorporated in ArchSD’sprojects in recent years, such as:-• Green roof design;• Restriction use of hardwood;• Timber from certified sustainable forests;• Low volatile organic compounds paint;• Recycled aggregate in concrete;• Pre-cast building/structural systems;• Long life and low maintenance prefabricated materials• Environmentally friendly carpet;• High-efficiency chillers;• Total energy heat pump521