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Benefits: Pollution Reduction

Reduces pollution (air, water, land) for a healthier outdoor environment and to preserve natural resources and biodiversity. The following sustainable strategies result in this benefit.

Ductwork covered during construction

IP
Initial Cost Premium: 
0
Applicable to Rehab, New Construction, or Both: 
Both
Difficulty: 
Easy

Filtration media with high MERV rating

IP
Initial Cost Premium: 
$
Applicable to Rehab, New Construction, or Both: 
Both
Difficulty: 
Easy
Maintenance Considerations: 
Less or same as conventional.

Formaldehyde-free products

IP
Initial Cost Premium: 
$
Applicable to Rehab, New Construction, or Both: 
Both
Difficulty: 
Easy
Maintenance Considerations: 
Same as conventional.

Integrated design process

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Initial Cost Premium: 
0-$
Applicable to Rehab, New Construction, or Both: 
Both
Difficulty: 
Moderate
Maintenance Considerations: 
Should result in a better system design and easier maintenance.
Opportunities to Offset Initial Cost Premium : 
Green Communities planning grant

Low VOC paints, sealants, caulks, adhesives

IP
Initial Cost Premium: 
0
Applicable to Rehab, New Construction, or Both: 
Both
Difficulty: 
Easy
Maintenance Considerations: 
Same as conventional.
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