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Residential Construction - Water Use LinksThese resources give more detailed information about the concepts presented in this section. There are 16 links in this section.
Sorted by Resource Type Sort Alphabetically by Title Instead NOTE: [PDF] links require the Acrobat Reader from Adobe. Case study/success story Abstract: This site profiles resource efficient homes throughout the country, highlighting techniques and technologies appropriate for specific sites, climatic conditions, and affordability ranges. Source: Peaks to Prairies Pollution Prevention Information Center URL: http://www.homes-across-america.org Chapter Abstract: Considerations, commercial status and guidelines for developing a graywater irrigation system. Source: Sustainable Building Sourcebook published by Sustainable Sources URL: http://www.greenbuilder.com/sourcebook/greywater.html Harvested Rainwater Abstract: Considerations, commercial status and guidelines for harvesting rainwater. Source: Sustainable Building Sourcebook published by Sustainable Sources URL: http://www.greenbuilder.com/sourcebook/rainwater.html Indoor Water Conservation Abstract: Considerations, commercial status and guidelines for assessing indoor water conservation products. Source: Sustainable BSustainable Building Sourcebook published by Sustainable Sources uilding Sourcebook URL: http://www.greenbuilder.com/sourcebook/IndoorWater.html Pervious Paving Materials Abstract: Considerations and implementation guidelines. Source: Sustainable Building Sourcebook published by Sustainable Sources URL: http://www.greenbuilder.com/sourcebook/PerviousMaterials.html Water Quality Abstract: Identification of construction related water quality issues and best practices. Source: Montana State University Extension Service, Pollution Prevention Program URL: http://www.peakstoprairies.org/p2bande/construction/contrguide /section6.cfm Xeriscape Abstract: Design issues, commercial status and guidelines for implementation; extensive contacts. Source: Sustainable Building Sourcebook published by Sustainable Sources URL: http://www.greenbuilder.com/sourcebook/Xeriscape.html Fact sheet/checklist Abstract: Discussion of water conservation techniques aimed at the homeowner, relevance to builders as well. Information about fixture modifications and low-flow designs. Source: North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service URL: http://www.bae.ncsu.edu/programs/extension/publicat/wqwm/he250 .html Green Construction: Water and Energy Abstract: Questions to consider and resources to help with energy and water design, including technical assistance and incentives. Source: Pacific Northwest Pollution Prevention Resource Center URL: http://www.pprc.org/pprc/pubs/topics/greencon/h2oener.html Green Landscaping with Native Plants Abstract: Advice on getting started and choosing plants, environmental benefits, case studies, and further links for natural landscaping. Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 5 URL: http://www.epa.gov/grtlakes/greenacres/ Landscaping with Native Plants Abstract: Guidelines for selecting native plants and a general overview of the why and how of native landscaping. Links to specific information and state chapters. Source: Wild Ones non-profit organization URL: http://www.for-wild.org/land/ecotype.html Storm Water Phase II Compliance Assistance Guide [PDF] Abstract: Comprehensive (97 pages) step-by-step procedures to determine regulatory status and compliance measures for Phase II (small construction activity) and MS4s (municipal separate storm sewer systems) . Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) URL: http://www.epa.gov/npdes/pubs/comguide.pdf Xeriscape Plant Selections and Ideas Abstract: Explanation of xeriscape concepts, including examples of high prairie plants appropriate for use in natural, low input landscaping. Source: North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension Service URL: http://ndsuext.nodak.edu/extpubs/plantsci/landscap/h957w.htm List Abstract: Click on "Reuse/Recycling and Rainwater Harvesting". Access topics such as ---greywater, cisterns, recycling, etc. Source: American Water Works Association, WaterWiser URL: http://www.awwa.org/community/links.cfm?FuseAction=Links&LinkC ategoryID=5 Storm Water Fact Sheet Series: Phase II Final Rule Abstract: Types of stormwater discharges addressed under Federal Phase II Final Rule; permitting options and requirements for operators of large and small construction activities. Select the link to small construction activities or other applicable links. Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) URL: http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater/swfinal.cfm?program_id=6 Web site Abstract: The Stormwater Manager's Resource Center is designed specifically for stormwater practitioners, local government officials and others that need technical assistance on stormwater management issues. Created and maintained by the Center for Watershed Protection, the SMRC has everything you need to know about stormwater in a single site Source: Center for Watershed Protection URL: http://www.stormwatercenter.net |
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