2011 09-16 eeba - nahbrc national green bld std overview
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National Green Building StandardICC-700
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this program, participants
will be able to:
1. Explain the development of the National Green Building Standard, its scope, and the opportunities for project certification
2. Identify program eligibility requirements for certification under the Standard
3. Details the process, roles and responsibilities of the participants
4. Explain the Research Center’s green certification process under the National Green Building Standard
Agenda NAHB Research Center The National Green Building Standard Certification Program The Green Scoring Tool Certification Costs Green Approved Products Revision Process FTC Green Guides
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Research Center History
Founded in 1964 Wholly-owned subsidiary of NAHB Independent, for-profit research firm Originally a small product testing lab Grown to full-service housing
technology/product research firm
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MissionImprove the quality, affordability, durability, environmental performance of housing
MethodologyPromote innovation in home building products/systems, technology, & construction processes by helping to remove barriers
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Diffusion of Innovation
Innovation Impediments Dominance of small firms Lack of industry integration Poor flow of information among
industry players High cost of deployment Diverse, local building codes
25 years to gain full market penetration
Jan. 2004, U.S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Development
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Market Research Lab Testing, Approval & Certification
Third-party accredited Field Evaluations & Demonstrations Code Development & Compliance Information Dissemination
ToolBase.org
National Green BuildingStandard
Approved by American National Institute of Standards (ANSI) January 2009
Provides rating system of a home’s environmental impact
Sets four performance levels for green homes
Government entities look to ANSI standards to set industry benchmarks
Designed to be voluntary, above-code program
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Consensus by balance of stakeholders Broad-based public review and
comment Consideration of comments submitted Incorporation of approved changes
into standard Right to appeal for anyone who
believes due process was not respected
Hallmarks of ANSI Process
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Lot Design
Energy Efficiency
Water Efficiency
Resource Efficiency
Indoor Air Quality
Operation & Maintenanc
eHealthy
ComfortableDurable
Energy Efficient
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Required Points
Performance Levels
The Difference ANSI-approved consensus standard Written in code language Few mandatory provisions Expansive, flexible point-based system Multiple paths for energy compliance All residential
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Scope of NGBS Communities Homes
Single Family Additions Renovations
Multi-family Additions Renovations
Green Remodel Path
Land Development
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Land Development One - Four Stars Point-based performance criteria Measures for planning, design, and
construction Mixed-use development Urban, suburban, rural Various certification options Can help builders earn points for home
compliance
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Single-Family
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Single-Family
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Single-Family
Habitat for Humanity Homes
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Multifamily
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Multifamily
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Multifamily
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Green practice in all units for points
MF remodeling One verification
report per building Mixed-use
Multifamily
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Green Remodel Path
1204 E Oregon, Phoenix, AZ
gstreetinc.com
1204 E Oregon – Emerald Certified
gstreetinc.com
Pre HERS 195
Post HERS 118 ($78 avg month)
Annual Savings $900
Water Savings 43%
Purchase 90k
Days on Market 3
Sales Price 345k
1204 E Oregon
5009 Elm Court, Denver
5009 Elm Court – Emerald Certified
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Green Remodel MF
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RATING SYSTEM COMPARISON
National Green Building Standard & LEED H
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Program DifferencesLEED H LEED NC NGBS
Philosophy Top 25% Top 25% Bring green to mainstream
Scope SF new construction, low rise and mid-rise
New construction, residential and commercial, major renovations
All residential
Available Points
136* 69* 1100+
*Moving to 100 point system
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Program DifferencesLEED H LEED NC NGBS
Threshold Point Ratings
Total points, not categories of points
Total points Certification based on lowest score in any category
Points Needed for Certification
33% 37% 17%
Practices Available
89 72 350
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More Program Differences
LEED H LEED NC NGBS
Energy Performance for baseline certification
Mandates Energy Star – 15% above 2006 IECC
Prescriptive or Performance Path
3 Paths: Bronze = 15% above 2006 IECC
Site Selection / Lot Design
Focuses on characteristics of land surrounding site
Focus on completed building, not practices construction
Focuses more on site itself
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More Program Differences
LEED H LEED NC NGBS
Promotion LEED awards points for promoting LEED and hiring LEED AP
Points for LEED AP
No points in Standard for promotion
Innovation Separate category
Separate category
Innovation points in every category
LEED ND Designed primarily for neighborhoods
adjacent to previously developed land Strongly promotes multi-modalism,
particularly use of transit Density minimum 7 units per acre, effective
lot size 40x100 Requires grid-like connectivity yet also
requires all slopes above 15% be avoided Cost: Minimum $30,000+ for 20 acres and
under
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Certification to the NGBS
Standard defines green
Project verification
ensures compliance
National certification
ensures consistency
CERTIFICATION PROCESS
How to Get Green Certified
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Builder/ Architect Scores Project
Builder / Developer Hires Verifier
Builder /Developer Schedules Inspection, Verifier Notifies RC
RC Sends Builder Invoice and if newcomer, Builder Agreement
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Verifier Completes Rough Inspection
Builder Schedules Final Inspection, Verifier Notifies RC
Builder Completes Project
Verifier Completes Final Inspection
Receive Green Certificate
THE GREEN SCORING TOOLwww.NAHBGreen.org
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www.NAHBGreen.org
Create New Project
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Select Building or Development
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New, Renovation, Addition?
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Ready to Score
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Start Scoring
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Project Dashboard
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Project Scoring Analysis
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Scoring Spreadsheet
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VERIFICATIONIndependent, Third-party
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Third-Party Verification
Accredited Verifiers Qualify
Must have previous experience in residential construction and green building
Train & test Training delivered 24/7 Approximately 5 hours
Accredit Must have sufficient insurance Auto and liability
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Verifier Rules No HBA employees Builders and employees may not verify their
own homes No trade contractors or product supply
companies No sampling Design consultants, including architects ok
with disclosure Subject to periodic audit and quality control
review
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Verification Principles Verifier’s Resource Guide sets policy
Not Standard, personal opinion, previous experience, other programs
All interpretations documented for consistency
Points approved only if practice meets intent of Verifiers Resource Guide
Practices must be observed by Verifier Unless documentation review is allowed No self-verification
CERTIFICATION COSTSCompliance, Verification, Certification
Cost Analysis
Practices Products
Verification Certification
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Rating System
Bronze /Certified Silver Gold
Emerald/Platinum
National Green Building Standard
1 - 2% 3% 7% 16%
LEED-H 3-6% 5 – 7% 11 –13% 17 – 23%
Cost Comparison
Total costs shown as a % of baseline house costs
Market Rate Inspections typically 1-2 hours each
(rough & final) Many verifiers provide other services
HERS raters Design services
Nationwide network
Verification Costs
Certification Fees
NAHB Member Non-member
Single Family
$200 $500
Multi-Family $200 + $20 per unit
$500 + $20 per unit
Land Development
$2,500 $2,500
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GREEN APPROVED PRODUCTS
Products pre-approved for points under Standard
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Green Approved Products Pre-approved points for products Assists builders with making
product choices Link in Green Scoring Tool Simplifies specifications and field
inspections Simple and seamless process for
builders to select products
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Approved Products Integrated with Green Scoring Tool
Mandates, Recognition, Incentives Mandates
Longmont, CO; Phoenix, AZ Legislative Recognition
IGCC States: MD, GA Municipalities: AR, ID, WA
Incentives Financial: NYS, DE, NH
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Program Stats Single-Family Homes (new / remodeled)
2,852 Pipeline – rough inspection scheduled
827
Multifamily Buildings (new / remodeled) 69
Units within MF Buildings2,252
Pipeline - rough scheduled 100+
Land Developments 13 Lots within Land Developments
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NYSERDA Incentive Eligibility:
New residential or mixed-use Substantial renovation 11 units or less Certified Silver or higher to Standard or LEED – H Must be inspected by GRBP Technician
Incentive $5,125 for SF home - $13,375 for 11-unit MF
building To building owner at time of C of O Between Jan 2010 – October 31, 2013 Capped at $120,000 in calendar year
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ANSI Revision Process Comments collected since ANSI-
approval Consensus Committee announced First meeting March in DC Process to take 18 months Public comment and hearings Transition period after completion
before effective date
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LOOK FOR THIS MARK.IT’S PROOF THAT YOUR HOME IS GREEN!
SOUND GREEN CLAIMSFTC 2010 Green Guides
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Greenwashing One or more elements
1. Overstatement of environmental attributes2. Emphasis on single environmental attribute with
others ignored3. Irrelevant claims
FTC brings law enforcement actions against false or misleading marketing claims
Green Guides explain how FTC will protect against unfair or deceptive acts or practices
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Good Green Claims Specific Qualified Substantiated
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Bad Green Claims Inflated or unsubstantiated claims
Specific health benefits Promise of utility bill reductions
Vague claims “all natural” “environmentally-friendly”
False eco-labels Use labels that are accredited No self-certification
Irrelevance No lead paint
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FTC Certification Guidance Certification Basis Clear and prominent qualifying
language Certification Types
First Party Second Party Independent, Third-Party
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Michelle DesiderioDirector, Green Building Programs
NAHB Research Center800-638-8556
www.nahbrc.com www.NAHBGreen.org
Amber WoodManager, Energy Programs