The Green Standard

Developing Organizations

Preview Standard 189.1

Introduction to Standard 189.1

Standard 189.1-2009 Seminars & Courses

Standard 189.1 FAQ

Standard 189.1 provides a “total building sustainability package” for those who strive to design, build and operate green buildings. From site location to energy use to recycling, this standard sets the foundation for green buildings by addressing site sustainability, water use efficiency, energy ef¬ficiency, indoor environmental quality, and the building’s impact on the atmosphere, materials and resources. Standard 189.1 serves as a jurisdictional compliance option to the Public Version 1.0 of the International Green Construction Code (IgCC) published by the International Code Council.  The IgCC regulates construction of new and remodeled commercial buildings.  

Resources

• Message from the Standard 189.1 Chair 
• International Green Construction Code (IgCC) 
• Members Sought for Standard 189.1 Committee 
• Press Releases 
• Seeking further information?

Building the Future Video

 
Learn more about ASHRAE’s work to advance sustainability

In-depth information

•  Supplement: ASHRAE Journal's Guide to Standard 189.1
• A Look at the IEQ Requirements of 189.1
  By Molly McGuire, Standard 189.1 Committee Member
• Background on "Consensus" and "Minimum Requirements" as it pertains to Standard 189.1    
  By Martha VanGeem, Standard 189.1 Committee Member
• ASHRAE 189.1's Approach to "The Building's Impact on the Atmosphere, Materials and Resources" (Chapter 9)
  By John Cross and Martha G. VanGeem, Standard 189.1 Committee Members
• A Look at the Energy Requirements of 189.1
  By Stephen D. Kennedy, SSPC 189.1 Vice-Chair
•  Code Green: Standard 189.1 Comes at a Crucial Time

Further Green Building Resources

Further information on The Green Standard can be found here.