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1 Johnson Park Apartments V GREEN TRAINING Monday, August 13, 6:30 p.m. JCTOD Outreach, Inc. d/b/a Johnson Park Center 26 Johnson Park Utica, New York I. Overview of JPA V II. Overview of Green Homes/Green Living a. What are Green Homes? b. Why Green Homes? c. What is LEED for Homes? d. What is ENERGY STAR? III. Overview of JPA V Green Features a. Geothermal HVAC System b. Photovoltaic System c. Water Efficiency d. Energy Efficiency e. Environmentally Preferable Products f. Indoor Environmental Quality g. Landscaping IV. Green Living Suggestions a. Healthy Living b. Energy Conservation c. Water Conservation d. Waste & Recycling V. Questions and Answers

2 GREEN TRAINING Sustainability Training Session Johnson Park Center JPA V LEED Platinum Certified August 13, Genesee Street Utica, NY

3 Johnson Park Apartments V JCTOD Outreach, Inc. d/b/a Johnson Park Center (JPC) is the proud owner of affordable housing units located at 1418 West Street and Arthur Street, Utica, NY (JPA V), that have been certified green. JPA V received LEED Platinum certification from the USGBC. Platinum is the highest rating that can be attained, making JPA V one of the greenest building projects in the world today. Worldwide there are only 1,045 Platinum-certified project, with 61 of those projects being in New York. (as of January 2012). JPA V also has been certified with an ENERGY STAR rating through the National ENERGY STAR Program, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. These buildings have been built, inspected, tested and certified to provide increased comfort, reduced utility and maintenance costs, improved indoor air quality, and a minimized effect on the local and global environments.

4 GREEN HOMES

5 What are Green Homes? A green home is designed and built to be: Healthy, Comfortable, Durable, Energy efficient, and Environmentally responsible Green homes are built to exceed the performance levels offered by conventional, code-compliant new homes.

6 Why Green Homes? Homes have a very significant environmental impact. According to the US Department of Energy, all homes in the US account for: 22% of the total energy consumed, and 21% of carbon dioxide emissions. Certain indoor pollutants can often be 4 or 5 times higher than outdoor levels. Construction and demolition waste represents 40% of the solid waste in the U.S. Homes have a significant impact on the amount of water consumed, on the amount of chemicals that can damage nearby water bodies, and other consequences. Shifting toward the design and construction of sustainable homes can have enormous benefits for the environment and for the occupants of the home.

7 What is LEED for Homes? LEED for Homes is a voluntary rating system administered by the USGBC, a non-profit organization that promotes the design and construction of high performance green buildings. To be certified, a home must: Include several required measures ( prerequisites ) (e.g., achieve energy efficiency at least 15%-20% better than conventional homes, and Include many additional, optional green measures ( credits ) to earn points. A project must earn a minimum number of points to achieve certification. Benefits of a LEED Home include lower energy and water bills, reduced green house gas emissions, and less exposure to mold, mildew and other indoor toxins. A sustainable home is one that utilizes materials and techniques that are friendly to our natural environment, as well as to those who build and occupy the building.

8 LEED for Homes (cont d) LEED for Homes includes several additional requirements, such as verification by a LEED for Homes Green Rater. The Green Rate is not associated with the project team and he or she has training in verifying green homes. In the verification process, the Green Rater confirms that: All of the required green measures are installed in the home (by visual inspection) and The performance level of the home meets the program requirements (by physical testing of the home s air leakage, duct leakage, etc.). For more information on the LEED for Homes Program, go to:

9 What is ENERGY STAR? ENERGY STAR is a program of the US Environmental Protection Agency that identifies energy efficient products. An ENERGY STAR labeled home uses as least 15% less energy than an identical home built to the model building code. To achieve this certification, many features and construction techniques are utilized that are not found on the average new home construction. ENERGY STAR Homes are inspected and tested during and after construction by a trained third-party to verify that the required standards have been met. For more information about ENERGY STAR, go to

10 JPA V GREEN FEATURES

11 Key Green Features Geothermal HVAC 3 Closed Wells 290 / 270 / 250 feet deep per house Rooftop Solar Panels Accumulative credits Powers geothermal pumps Indoor Environmental Quality 90% Air Circulation per 24 hr. day Thermal-Sealed Envelope Heat on Demand for Office Use Low or No VOCs Paints and Sealants ENERGY STAR Appliances & Lighting Fixtures Water Efficient Appliances & Plumbing Fixtures Gut Rehabilitation (reuse-recycle-local usage) Rainwater Harvesting System Drought-Tolerant Landscaping Induction Stoves

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14 GREEN LIVING

The substance and findings of the work are dedicated to the public.

15 LEED is a registered trademark of the U.S. Green Building Council. ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. government. DISCLAIMER: The work that provided the basis for this publication was supported by funding under an award with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The substance and findings of the work are dedicated to the public. The author and publisher are solely responsible for the accuracy of the statements and interpretations contained in this publication. Such interpretations do not necessarily reflect the views of HUD. August 2012 Prepared by: Hage & Hage LLC Prepared for: Johnson Park Center 283 Genesee Street 26 Johnson Park Utica, NY Utica, NY

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17 How We Live Affects Our Health We Buy & Use Products We Attract Pests We Smoke Bring In Allergens but, we can create healthier homes! GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 2

18 Avoid Products With Labels Indicating Harm The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) requires consumer products containing hazardous substances to have: Principal Display Panel containing: Signal word (DANGER, CAUTION & WARNING, IRRITANT) Affirmative Statement of Principal Hazard If all labeling not on principal display panel, then read other cautions on another panel For more information see GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 3

Avoid Products With Labels Indicating Harm Danger:

Often corrosive, extremely flammable, highly toxic

Caution or Warning: Less harmful than Danger.

19 Avoid Products With Labels Indicating Harm Danger: Most dangerous products (commercial toilet bowl, over & drain cleaners). Can be fatal or very harmful. Often corrosive, extremely flammable, highly toxic or poisonous. Caution or Warning: Less harmful than Danger. Can cause risk like burn or breathing issues. Irritants: Can cause injury or inflammation on contact. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 4

Pick Green Cleaning Products Whitening: Never use

Choose: Unscented, concentrated, biodegradable Non-Toxic

Environment Make Your Own Cleaner: Use vinegar, soap,

20 Pick Green Cleaning Products Whitening: Never use undiluted chlorine bleach or ammonia. Choose: Unscented, concentrated, biodegradable Non-Toxic Low or No-VOC GreenSeal Certified Design for the Environment Make Your Own Cleaner: Use vinegar, soap, water, baking soda and other non toxic ingredients. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 5

21 Home Made Green Recipes GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 6

22 Green Cleaning Benefits Homemade Green Traditional Cleaners $6 for ingredients & container Less harmful $13 for typical products Can be harmful or dangerous GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 7

23 Green May Save Money $$ Cost per Month GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 8

24 Green Laundry Tips Only wash full loads of laundry Wash in cold water Use hydrogen peroxide, or white distilled vinegar instead of chlorine bleach to whiten clothes Clean lint after dryer use GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 9

25 Avoid Asthma Triggers Mold & Moisture Tobacco Smoke Cockroaches QuickTime and a TIFF (Uncompressed) decompressor are needed to see this picture. Dust mites Cockroach Feces Mice Feces GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 10

kitchen fans Smoke Free Housing Explore smoke free

26 How Can We Reduce Asthma Triggers? Pests Report pest problems Use good housekeeping Cooperate with pest professionals Moisture & Mold Report leaks (plumbing, roof, toilets) Use bath & kitchen fans Smoke Free Housing Explore smoke free policies Start with a tenant survey GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 11

27 Health Risks From Pests Asthma trigger Bites & disease Spurs use of pesticides, which are often misused. Avoid foggers. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 12

28 Use Integrated Pest Management (IPM) IPM is an alternative approach to traditional pest control. IPM treats both symptoms (ex: pests) AND source (i.e. trash or mess) that attracts the pests. Maintaining IPM is a team effort between the owner, management and residents. Provide good and contained storage for trash Keep common areas clean Use good housekeeping Monitor for pests and report pests immediately Don t bring in used furniture GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 13

29 Report Pest Problems? What Type of Pest? Mice These are mice feces. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 14

30 Report Pest Problems? What Type of Pest? Cockroaches These are cockroach feces, called frass. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 15

31 Report Pest Problems? What Type of Pest? Mice Mice created this hole to enter the home. Note the chew marks. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 16

32 Report Pest Problems? What Type of Pest? Bed Bugs Note the small brownish stains. Bed bugs like to live in the mattress or furniture. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 17

33 Poor Housekeeping Attracts Pests Food & dirt can attract cockroaches, mice and other pests. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 18

34 A Cleaner Kitchen Attracts Fewer Pests Clean sink & counters means there is nothing for pests to eat or drink. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 19

35 Minimize Moisture Problems & Avoid Mold Use kitchen & bath fans Don t over use humidifiers Report & fix leaks promptly GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 20

36 Explore Smoke Free Housing Tobacco smoke creates health risks Cancer Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Heart Disease Smoking creates odors & can cause fires GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 21

37 NOTES GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Healthy Living 22

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39 Why Should You Care about Energy Use? It saves money Using less energy means lowering utility bills and saving money It reduces carbon emissions Carbon emissions are linked to climate change that results in more common severe weather events (hurricanes, heavy rains/floods, and droughts) GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 2

40 Why Should You Care about Energy Use? Electricity is generated from power plants GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 3

41 Why Should You Care about Energy Use? Image Source: Señor Codo via flickr under a CC license Power plants produce emissions that can be harmful to human health and contribute to global warming. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 4

42 Why Should You Care about Energy Use? The more electricity used... the more Carbon Dioxide (CO2) emitted GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 5

CO2 Contributes to Climate Change, & Affecting... Affects.

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43 CO2 Contributes to Climate Change, & Affecting... Affects... Eco-System Changes Source: Catastrophic Weather Events Source: Hurricanes Source: Extreme Drought Source: GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 6

44 Major Home Energy Usage Typical Household Energy Use Space Cooling 8% Lighting 7% Other 3% Computers 1% Water Heating 16% Space Heating 46% Appliances 19% Source: US EPA GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 7

45 Ways to Save Energy Heating and Cooling Avoid space heaters as they are very inefficient and become a fire hazard if something is placed on them. Buy Energy Star air conditioners and circulating fans. Don t open windows in the Winter. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 8

46 Why You Shouldn t Open Windows in Winter The Stack Effect 1) Window is opened in an upper floor unit 2) Heat rushes out and draws warm air up from other units 3) Cold air is drawn from the outside to replace air GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation Source: Steven Winter Associates 9

47 Ways To to Save Energy Appliances: Look out for Phantom loads little lights, LCD displays, and other indicators that remain ON even if your electronics are OFF Turn off computer when not in use (not just sleep OFF) Use a timer or smart surge protector GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 10

refrigerator door quickly Set your refrigerator to 37 degrees, no colder Choose Energy Star appliances

48 Ways to Save Energy Refrigerator & Freezer: Clean the coils on the back of your refrigerator Ensure back of the refrigerator has several inches of clearance from the wall Clean out frost from your freezer Close refrigerator door quickly Set your refrigerator to 37 degrees, no colder Choose Energy Star appliances Source: GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 11

Ways to Save Energy Water: Install an efficient showerhead (<2 gallons/minute) Take shorter showers Run only full loads of dishes in the dishwasher

49 Ways to Save Energy Water: Install an efficient showerhead (<2 gallons/minute) Take shorter showers Run only full loads of dishes in the dishwasher and clothes in the washer Set clothes washers to use only cold water Source: GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 12

50 Ways to Save Energy Lighting: Replace incandescent lighting with compact fluorescent (CFL) CFLs use 66% less energy than incandescents Turn lights off when not in use or use occupancy sensors Open blinds and curtains to let in natural light GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 13

51 Ways to Save Energy Through Purchasing Energy Efficient Products Energy Star is an EPA program that identifies energy efficient products Look for the blue Energy Star label TVs Refrigerators Dishwashers Air Conditioners Computers Clothes Washers GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 14

52 Ways to Save save energy Energy through Through purchasing Purchasing Water Efficient Products WaterSense is an EPA program that identifies water-efficient products Look for the WaterSense label Toilets Showerheads Sink Faucets GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 15

53 NOTES GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Energy Conservation 16

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Baths, 1 Gallon Leaks, 10 Gallons Faucets,

55 What Uses the Most Water? 69 Gallons/Person/Day Other, 2 Gallons Baths, 1 Gallon Leaks, 10 Gallons Faucets, 11 Gallons Toilet, 19 Gallons Shower, 12 Gallons Clothes Washer, 15 Gallons Dishwasher, 1 Gallon Source: American Water Works Association, Drinktap.org 2010 & Handbook of Water Use and Conservation GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Water Conservation 2

56 Property Management Actions Repair leaks Fix running toilets, fix flappers Install low flow faucets Install low flow toilets Install low flow clothes washers Reduce irrigation Flapper GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Water Conservation 3

57 Leaks Leaking toilet can waste up to 200 gallons/day Faucet leak 1 drip/second wastes 5 gallons/day Hot water leaks waste water and energy Leaks account for 14% of household water use GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Water Conservation 4

58 Water Saving Product Replacement & Retrofits Toilet Kitchen & Bath Faucet Showerhead ClothesWasher Dishwasher Retrofit Option Fix leaking flapper Install WaterSense aerator N/A N/A N/A Replacement Option WaterSense toilet WaterSense faucet WaterSense showerhead EnergyStar washer EnergyStar dishwasher GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Water Conservation 5

What is WaterSense? WaterSense is a label that indicates whether a product meets EPA water efficiency standards WaterSense Standards Showerheads < 2 gallons per minute Faucets <1.

59 What is WaterSense? WaterSense is a label that indicates whether a product meets EPA water efficiency standards WaterSense Standards Showerheads < 2 gallons per minute Faucets <1.5 gallons per minute Toilets use < 1.28 gallons per flush & flush 350 grams of solid matter website lists EPA WaterSense products GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Water Conservation 6

60 What is Energy Star? EPA program that sets energy and water efficiency standards for products, evaluates products, lists approved products. You may recognize the logo, it s on appliances like refrigerators, televisions, etc. ENERGY STAR also evaluates clothes washers for energy and water use. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Water Conservation 7

61 Together, We Can Make a Difference! Bathroom 11 Gallons Don t Run Bath Faucet Kitchen Sink 24 Gallons Don t Run Kitchen Faucet Install Bath Aerator Install Sink Aerator 1 Gallon saved/day Showers 20 Gallons Toilets 20 Gallons Shorter Showers Report Leaks Install WaterSense Showerhead Repair Leaks Resident: 51 Gallons Saved/DAY Management: 40 Gallons Saved/DAY + = Together: 90+ Gallons Saved/DAY GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Water Conservation 8

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63 Why Recycle? Each American generates 4.5 lbs of waste per day GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 2

64 Why Recycle? Americans generate 4.5 lbs of waste per day and over 1,600 pounds per year. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 3

65 Why Recycle? Only 30% is Recycled but much more could be. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 4

66 Why Recycle? Reduce Landfilling In volume, Americans landfill over 167 million tons of trash equivalent to the weight of 104 million cars Landfills can contaminate drinking water Source: RecycleRacoon Source: US EPA GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 5

67 Why Recycle? Reduce Energy Use and Greenhouse Gasses Materials made from recycled materials use less energy since virgin sources do not need mining and refining It takes 95% less energy to produce an aluminum can from recycled cans than raw ore from a mine Recycling one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a 100-watt light bulb for 20 hours and a TV for 2 hours! Source: US EPA GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 6

68 What Can You Recycle? Paper Newspaper & Inserts Phone & Paperback Books Junk Mail & Circulars Magazines Paper Bags Egg Cartons Aseptic Cartons Milk & Juice Cardboard Boxes Clean pizza boxes (no food or oil stains) GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 7

69 What Can You Recycle? Metal Canned Food Aluminum cans Aluminum Foil (clean) Aerosol Cans Rinse out food GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 8

70 What Can You Recycle? Glass Green, Amber & Clear Containers Canning Jars Bottles Food & Beverage Containers No broken glass, mirrors, drinking glasses, dishes, ovenware or ceramics, or light bulbs Rinse out food from jars GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 9

Look for the symbol on the bottom of the

71 What Can You Recycle? Plastic There are 7 types of plastic, identifiable by the triangle with a number in the middle. Look for the symbol on the bottom of the bottle Certain numbers may not be recyclable in your area. GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 10

72 What Can You Recycle? Plastic Recyclable in our area: Containers with Codes: NOT recyclable in our area: Plastic bags, Medicine Bottles, Styrofoam, Toys, Motor Oil Bottles, Clothes Hangers, Containers with Code 6 Source: MomGoesGreen.com Beverage Cartons, Soap & Detergent Containers, Windshield Washer Jugs Look for the Plastic ID, usually on the underside of a plastic container GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 11

73 Recycle One and Done All recyclable items paper, plastic, metal & glass need to be mixed together loosely in one container Recyclables must be placed in designated orange recycling bin or a durable plastic or metal lidded container, under 35 gallons and not more than 50 pound Do not place recyclables in plastic bags for collection. No string, no trash, no green waste GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 12

74 Recycle One and Done Items That Should Not Be Placed In Recycling Bin: Garbage Batteries* Plastic Bags Household Hazardous Styrofoam Waste* Ceramics Light Bulbs* Window Glass Paint Cans* Drinking Glasses Lawn & Yard Waste *Can be recycled at OHSWA Household Hazardous Waste Facility at 80 Leland Ave., Utica For additional information visit *Source: Oneida-Herkimer Solid Waste Authority (OHSWA) GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 13

75 NOTES GREEN & HEALTHY LIVING: Waste & Recycling 14

Attn: City Of Utica Residents EFFECTIVE 01/01/15

Attn: City Of Utica Residents EFFECTIVE 01/01/15 SOLID WASTE & RECYCLING COLLECTION Beginning January 1, 2015, the New York State Electronic Equipment Recycling and Reuse Act will prohibit all households