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Sustainable Facilities Design

Sustainable Facilities Design is the application of environmentally responsible and resource-efficient practices throughout a facility's lifecycle, from planning to design, construction, operation, and maintenance. It includes optimizing site potential, energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality to minimize a facility's environmental impact.

Level 1: Emerging

At an emerging level, you are beginning to understand the principles of sustainable facilities design. You can recognize key components and are starting to apply sustainability concepts in Facilities Management settings.

Level 2: Proficient

At a proficient level, you are able to integrate sustainability principles into the design of facilities, considering energy efficiency, waste management, and environmental impact. You can effectively implement sustainable practices.

Level 3: Advanced

At an advanced level, you are able to strategically implement sustainable design principles into facility management practices, maximizing energy efficiency, resource conservation, and environmental impact reduction for long-term sustainability.

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