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Sustainable Overview- Estimated 10-year payback for mechanical, lighting and plumbing improvements, including LEED and commissioning fees
- Energy savings achievable through direct digital controls system, high-efficiency mechanical systems, reduced lighting power wattage, occupancy sensors, and efficient domestic water heating systems
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Water Efficiency- Anticipated annual water savings of 90,790 gallons
- Water efficiency improvements save $653.68 per year (at cost of $7.20/1000 gallons)
- 30.7% less water consumption using low-flow and sensor operated lavatories, sinks, and urinals
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Energy & Atmosphere- Energy savings of 44,769 KWh
- The energy efficient improvements save $3,581.52/year (at cost of $0.08/KWh)
- 14.8% in annual energy cost savings compared to an ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2004 standard building
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Materials & Resources- A bioswale, using restrictor pipes placed in each outfall to the city drainage system maintaining the existing flows; treatment through settling of pollutants with percolation/filtration of storm water runoff through vegetation and soil media
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Indoor Environmental Air Quality- Efficient mechanical systems designed to improve the indoor air quality of the building
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Innovation and Design- Maximize natural lighting, while protecting with awnings at western exposures
- A sloping roof at the library with a curtain wall facing true north provides indirect natural light
