Building Technology

Zero Net Carbon (ZNC) Buildings

The built environment is responsible for a large portion of global CO2 emissions that contribute to climate change. Zero Net Carbon (ZNC) buildings, also known as carbon neutral or zero carbon buildings, address the urgent need to mitigate the CO2 impacts of fossil fuel-based energy consumption.

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Tri-Services Sustainability Program

Sustainability Webinar Series

These webinars provide practical training in the evolving body of sustainability requirements that applies to all military construction. They support National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and other training requirements for life-cycle sustainability and renewability; use of innovative sustainable materials and construction methods; and designs to improve building resiliency.

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The National Institute of Building Sciences developed the WBDG-Whole Building Design Guide to foster communication and knowledge-sharing among federal, industry and academic partners to advance high-performing facilities.