# Infrastructure

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## [Green Buildings and Construction](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/green-buildings-and-construction/54)

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Planning At the start of the design phase, the design team should compile a comprehensive list of energy conservation measures (ECMs) and share the findings with all stakeholders. This strategy can be applied to both new…

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## [Hvac](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/hvac/206)

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Please see the fumehood section for information specific to fumehoods. Check HVAC schedules and setting so confirm still appropriate for current usage Check that thermal plant is still properly sized for the building C…

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## [Demand-Controlled Ventilation](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/demand-controlled-ventilation/55)

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Suggestion: AirAcuity AirAcuity is a central processing system with a series of sensors that monitor the air quality and changes the air volume extracted according to the demand. Harvard University’s Francois-Xavier Ba…

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## [Green Energy](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/green-energy/207)

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Choose Green Energy Sources Decomission Coal Boilers Install combined heat and power turbines Switch to solar, wind, geothermal Example: Cornell University, Cost $43M USD, annual savings $7.3M USD Included optimized…

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## [Lighting](https://network.greenyourlab.org/t/lighting/53)

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Lighting is an excellent way to be more sustainable. Sustainable lighting strategies can have the quickest payback periods. Turning off or De-lamping Do a walk-through of your facility. Are there areas where the lights …