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WaterSense

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A partnership program by the U.S. EPA designed to encourage water efficiency in the U.S. through the use of a special label on products. Criteria include at least 20% more water efficient than average products, performance consistency, and availability of models in all price ranges.

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Green Seal

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An ecolabel for products and services that meet strict environmental standards. Criteria include reduced toxicity, lower emissions, and increased recyclability. It's designed to help consumers identify environmentally preferred products and services.

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WELL Building Standard

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A performance-based system for measuring, certifying, and monitoring features of buildings that impact human health and wellbeing, like air, water, nourishment, light, fitness, comfort, and mind.

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EU Energy Label

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A label that provides information on energy consumption of products in the EU. It uses a scale from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient), giving consumers a clear and simple indication of a product's energy efficiency.

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Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

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A certificate that shows the energy efficiency rating of buildings in the UK, grading from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). It's a requirement when selling or renting a property, providing information on energy use and carbon dioxide emissions.

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ISO 50001

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An international standard for energy management systems. It provides organizations with a framework to manage energy efficiently, including the use of energy performance indicators, energy-efficient technologies, and good management practices.

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Zero Energy Certification

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Certification for homes and buildings that are extremely energy efficient and fully power their energy needs through on-site renewable energy sources. Criteria include achieving a balanced energy footprint and adhering to strict guidelines set by certifying bodies.

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Hers Index

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Home Energy Rating System Index, a scoring system for residential energy efficiency. The lower the HERS Index score, the more energy efficient the home is. A standard new home is awarded a reference score of 100, while a net-zero energy home would score a 0.

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The Green Guide

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A guide that provides ratings for building materials and components based on environmental, social, and economic aspects. Ratings range from A+ (best) to E (worst), considering factors like energy consumption in manufacturing and building operation.

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Passive House Certification

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A rigorous, voluntary standard for energy efficiency in building design, reducing a building's ecological footprint. Criteria include thermal insulation, passive solar gains, passive cooling, airtightness, and ventilation.

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LEED

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Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design; a certification for buildings, homes, and communities. Criteria include sustainable site development, water saving, energy efficiency, material selection, and indoor environmental quality.

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Home Energy Score

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Developed by the U.S. Department of Energy, it's a national system for energy rating of homes. Based on a scale from 1 to 10, it indicates how energy efficient a home is in comparison to others, taking into account the home's structure, heating, cooling, and hot water systems.

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BREEAM

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Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method; the world's leading sustainability assessment method for master planning projects, infrastructure, and buildings. Looks at categories such as energy and water use, health and wellbeing, pollution, transport, materials, and waste.

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EPEAT

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Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool; a rating system for electronic products' environmental impacts, considering production, operation, and disposal phases. Products are rated Bronze, Silver, or Gold based on criteria including material selection, design for end-of-life, energy conservation, and packaging.

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ENERGY STAR

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A symbol for energy efficiency, provided to products that are energy-efficient and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Criteria vary by product but are based on significant energy savings, features, and performance.

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