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| Sub-metering for individual allocation of space conditioning costs |  |
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| High Efficiency Boilers offering 85% efficiency or better to reduce gas consumption and utility costs | |
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| Double glazed, Low-e windows with gas fill to provide added comfort and reduce heating & cooling costs | |
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| Heat recovery on exhaust air to reduce heating and cooling costs | |
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| High pressure, low-flow showerheads to reduce gas consumption for domestic hot water without sacrificing bathing comforts | |
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| Energy Star™ appliances to reduce electricity use | |
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| Energy Star™ compliant roofing materials to reduce urban heat island effect and lower cooling costs in summer months. | |
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| Sub-metering for individual allocation of electricity costs | |
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| Best Practices Commissioning of all major mechanical equipment by third party energy management firm to ensure that systems operate at optimal performance levels | |
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| Third party energy management company to monitor and verify ongoing equipment (for ventilation effectiveness, climate control and efficient operation) | |
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| Planted rooftop or terrace space to reduce urban heat island effect and storm water Run-off | |
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| Third party certification of energy performance by the Government of Canada (25% better than Code) | |
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| Compact fluorescent and other high efficiency interior lighting designs to ensure lower electricity costs | |
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| Occupancy sensors on lighting in non-essential common areas (recreation, party and board rooms) |
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| CO monitors in the parking garage to activate air handling equipment when needed (versus around-the-clock) saving money on fan operation. | |
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INDOOR AIR QUALITY
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| Continuous circulation of fresh filtered air from central air handlers equipped with heat recovery systems | |
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| Carpets certified by the Carpet and Rug Instituteˇ¦s Green Label Indoor Air Quality Test Program ensuring low emissions | |
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| Interior latex-based paints, adhesives & sealants certified by the Environmental Choice Program to ensure ultra low emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCˇ¦s) |
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| Indoor Air Quality management plan during and after construction to ensure healthy living space when you move in and for the life of the building | |
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| Adhesive-free hard surface flooring for easy maintenance to remove dust and allergens and reduce off gasing | |
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WATER EFFICIENCY |
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| Low flow, high pressure showerheads and faucets | |
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| Dual flush water efficient toilets | |
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| Water efficient landscaping to reduce consumption of potable water for irrigation | |
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| Front loading Energy Star™ washing machines (use less water and detergent!) | |
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| Sub-metering for individual allocation of water costs | |
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OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES |
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| Dedicated parking spaces for high efficiency (hybrid) automobiles | |
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| Membership for all residents in a neighborhood car rental/pooling program | |
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| Walking proximity to public transportation | |
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| Recycling construction waste to reduce landfill loads | |
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| Recycling facilities that permit convenient separating and disposing of recyclables | |
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| Storm water cistern (with treatment technology) to reduce run-off impacts on municipal infrastructure | |
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| Additional secure bicycle storage space conveniently located | |
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| Green Loan to pay for energy efficient equipment upgrades without adding extra costs | |
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