GREEN

BUILDINGS
Engineering Utilities
 OBJECTIVES:
ESSENCE STANDARD
To be able to understand the To determine the standard in
essence of green buildings green buildings

EXISTING THE ROLE

To discuss the existing Green To explain the role of Civil
Building in the Philippines Engineers in the development of
Green Buildings
 Introduction: What is
Green Building
Green building is the practice of creating
structures and using processes that are
environmentally responsible and resource-
efficient throughout a building's life-cycle from
siting to design, construction, operation,
maintenance, renovation and deconstruction.
 Philippine Green
Building Code (P.D. 1096)
Seeks to improve the efficiency of building performance by
adopting measures that promote resource management
efficiency and site sustainability while minimizing the negative
impact of buildings on human health and the environment. This
shares the following principles. (1) Opportunity to help the
government. (2) Resources must be used efficiently. (3)
Promotes higher productivity and comfort.
Standard in
Green Building
(THE PHILIPPINE GREEN BUILDING CODE)

SECTION 7. APPROACH
SECTION 8. BUILDING USE /
OCCUPANCY COVERAGE AND
APPLICATION
SECTION 9. PERFORMANCE
STANDARD
Sec. 7: Approach
The GB Code adopts a staggered or
incremental approach and is subject to
periodic review by the Secretary of the
Department of Public Works and
Highways (DPWH), through the National
Building Code Development Office
(NBCDO), to modify or include new
aspects and emerging efficient
technologies and expand the coverage
to other building use / occupancy or
replace outmoded measures.
Section 8:
Building Use
The provisions of the GB Code
shall apply to all new construction
and/or with alteration of buildings
in the following classification with
the required minimum Total Gross
Floor Areas (TGFA) as indicated in
Table 1:
Section 8: Building Use
Sec 9: Performance Standards
The GB Code shall be subject to the following performance standards:

9.1 Energy Efficiency

Energy efficiency requires the adoption

of efficient practices, designs, methods
and technologies that reduce energy
consumption resulting in cost savings.
 9.1 Energy Efficiency

Building Envelope

Air Tightness and Moisture Protection

As the humidity levels are very high in the Philippines,
the unwanted infiltration and humidity ingress into the
spaces can cause additional load on the air conditioning
system and a detrimental impact on air quality.
Glass Properties
Compared to wall assemblies, glazing transfers more
heat and hence, it is ideal to reduce the amount of
glazing with respect to the wall in order to reduce
internal heat gains
 9.1 Energy Efficiency

Natural Ventilation

This measure will give building occupants the flexibility and

opportunity to use natural ventilation for free cooling and fresh air
in regularly occupied spaces.

Building Envelope Color

Light-colored building envelope, especially the roof areas which are the
most vulnerable, can reduce heat transfer from the outside to the inside
of the building by having surfaces with high Solar Reflectance Index
(SRI).
 9.1 Energy Efficiency

Roof Insulation

Insulation can help reduce heat gain in a building

thus improving thermal comfort, acoustic quality and
reducing the load on the air conditioning system.

Mechanical Systems

Air Conditioning System

The heart of the air conditioning system is the cooling
system, typically chillers in large buildings and is
important to procure an efficient cooling system.
 9.1 Energy Efficiency

Mechanical Systems

Water Heating systems

The use of energy-efficient water heating systems in buildings will help
reduce energy consumption due to heating of water.

Variable Speed Drives and High Efficiency Motors

Describes the equipment used to control the speed of machinery by
changing the frequency of the motor that is being operated.

Enthalpy Recovery of Exhaust Air

Buildings have outside air or fresh air supply and extract system through
mechanical means
 9.1 Energy Efficiency

Electrical Systems

Daylight Provision
Building should be planned and designed to maximize the
use of natural light so to reduce the use of artificial
illumination.
Daylight Controlled Lighting System
Building interior perimeter zones exposed to daylight
generally do not require artificial lighting during the day.
Lighting Power Density (LPD)
Limitation of LPD will help to design the lighting system
in the most efficient way.
 9.1 Energy Efficiency

Electrical Systems

Occupancy Sensors for Lighting Control

Occupancy sensors linked to lighting shall be
installed in areas with variable occupancy.

Elevators and Escalators / Moving Ramps

Escalators / Moving Ramp / Walkway must be
fitted with controls to automatically reduce
speed or stop when no traffic is detected.
 9.1 Energy Efficiency

Electrical Systems

Overhead or Elevated Water Storage

To reduce dependence on motorized
systems to supply and distribute potable
or non-potable water within the building,

Transformer
Transformer shall be tested in
accordance with relevant Philippine
National Standards (PNS) at test
conditions of full load.
Sec 9: Performance Standards
The GB Code shall be subject to the following performance standards:

9.2 Water Efficiency

Water efficiency requires the adoption of

efficient practices, plan, design,
materials, fixtures, equipment and
methods that reduce water consumption
resulting in cost savings.
9.2 Energy Efficiency

Water Fictures

Efficient water fixtures include faucets,

showerheads and water closets that use
less water in order to perform the same
function of cleaning as effectively as
standard models.

Use of efficient plumbing fixtures can

result in significant reduction in water
consumption.
 9.2 Energy Efficiency

Water Management

Rainwater Harvesting
Rainwater from roofs and hardscape
must be collected and reused for non-
potable purposes.

Water Recycling
Recycled water from Sewage Treatment
Plants (STP) shall be reused for non-
potable purposes.
Sec 9: Performance Standards
The GB Code shall be subject to the following performance standards:

9.3 Material Sustainability

Material Sustainability governs all matters related to resource efficiency

and material selection and use with the least impact on the environment.
9.3 Material Sustainability

Material Recovery Facility (MRF)

Efficient water fixtures include faucets,

showerheads and water closets that use
less water in order to perform the same
function of cleaning as effectively as
standard models.

Use of efficient plumbing fixtures can

result in significant reduction in water
consumption.
 Green Building in the
Philippines
One of the key initiatives driving the construction of green
buildings in the Philippines is the Philippine Green Building
Council (PHILGBC), in partnership with the Department of
Energy (DOE). Through initiatives like the Philippine Energy
Efficiency Project (PEEP) and the Building for Ecologically
Responsive Design (BERDE) program, these organizations have
promoted energy efficiency and sustainability in the
construction industry.
 Zuellig Building
(Makati)
The Zuellig Building in Makati is an
exemplary LEED-certified green
building in the Philippines. It has
achieved gold and platinum level
certifications for its sustainable design
and energy-efficient features. The
building’s commitment to reducing
energy consumption is evident in its
innovative systems and technologies.
 01.
ONE CENTRAL
PARK (SYDNEY,
AUSTRALIA) NOTABLE
GREEN
BUILDING
AROUND THE 02.
WORLD BOSCO
VERTICALE
(MILAN, ITALY)
 One Central Park
(Sydney, Australia)
One Central Park features vertical
gardens on the facade. It consists of
two interconnected towers -- the
shorter one is in the forefront.

The innovative city that brought you

the Sydney Opera House also thinks
green – take One Central Park for
example.
 Bosco Verticale
(Milan, Italy)
Architect Stefano Boeri designed
these deluxe apartments in the sky
with plenty of spaces to accommodate
large, full-grown trees, and a variety
of ground cover plants and shrubs. The
effect is “one of the most intensive
living green facades ever realized,”
according to Skyscrapercenter.com.
Role and importance of
Civil Engineers
in the advocation of
Green Buildings
Civil engineers take into account the
layout of a building as well as the
technology involved to ensure it has
net-zero energy capabilities.
Role and importance of
Civil Engineers
in the advocation of
Green Buildings
As our world faces the pressing challenges
of climate change and environmental
degradation, the role of civil engineers in
sustainability has become increasingly vital.
Civil engineers are uniquely positioned to
contribute to sustainable development
through their expertise in designing,
constructing, and maintaining infrastructure.
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Thank you
very much!