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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
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Title 41 - Public Contracts and Property Management |
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Subtitle C - Federal Property Management Regulations System |
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Chapter 102 - Federal Management Regulation |
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SubChapter C - Real Property |
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Part 102-76 - Design and Construction |
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Subpart B - Design and Construction |
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Sustainable Development |
§ 102-76.55 - What sustainable development principles must Federal agencies apply to the siting, design, and construction of new facilities?
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§ 102-76.55 What sustainable development principles must Federal agencies apply to the siting, design, and construction of new facilities?
In keeping with the objectives of Executive Order 13123, “Greening of the Government Through Efficient Energy Management,” and Executive Order 13101, “Greening of the Government Through Waste Prevention, Recycling, and Federal Acquisition,” Federal agencies must apply sustainable development principles to the siting, design, and construction of new facilities, which include -
(a) Optimizing site potential;
(b) Minimizing non-renewable energy consumption;
(c) Using environmentally preferable products;
(d) Protecting and conserving water;
(e) Enhancing indoor environmental quality; and
(f) Optimizing operational and maintenance practices.