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Green Construction: Water and Energy
Abstract: Questions to consider and resources to help with energy and water design, including technical assistance and incentives.
Source: Pacific Northwest Pollution Prevention Resource Center
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist

Indoor Water Conservation
Abstract: Considerations, commercial status and guidelines for assessing indoor water conservation products.
Source: Sustainable BSustainable Building Sourcebook published by Sustainable Sources uilding Sourcebook
Resource Type: Chapter

Storm Water Fact Sheet Series: Phase II Final Rule
Abstract: Types of stormwater discharges addressed under Federal Phase II Final Rule; permitting options and requirements for operators of large and small construction activities. Select the link to small construction activities or other applicable links.
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Resource Type: List

Stormwater Center
Abstract: The Stormwater Manager's Resource Center is designed specifically for stormwater practitioners, local government officials and others that need technical assistance on stormwater management issues. Created and maintained by the Center for Watershed Protection, the SMRC has everything you need to know about stormwater in a single site
Source: Center for Watershed Protection
Resource Type: Web site

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Conservation/Water-Related Links
Abstract: Click on "Reuse/Recycling and Rainwater Harvesting". Access topics such as ---greywater, cisterns, recycling, etc.
Source: American Water Works Association, WaterWiser
Resource Type: List

Focus on Residential Water Conservation
Abstract: Discussion of water conservation techniques aimed at the homeowner, relevance to builders as well. Information about fixture modifications and low-flow designs.
Source: North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist

Graywater
Abstract: Considerations, commercial status and guidelines for developing a graywater irrigation system.
Source: Sustainable Building Sourcebook published by Sustainable Sources
Resource Type: Chapter

Green Landscaping with Native Plants
Abstract: Advice on getting started and choosing plants, environmental benefits, case studies, and further links for natural landscaping.
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 5
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist

Harvested Rainwater
Abstract: Considerations, commercial status and guidelines for harvesting rainwater.
Source: Sustainable Building Sourcebook published by Sustainable Sources
Resource Type: Chapter

Homes Across America
Abstract: This site profiles resource efficient homes throughout the country, highlighting techniques and technologies appropriate for specific sites, climatic conditions, and affordability ranges.
Source: Peaks to Prairies Pollution Prevention Information Center
Resource Type: Case study/success story

Landscaping with Native Plants
Abstract: Guidelines for selecting native plants and a general overview of the why and how of native landscaping. Links to specific information and state chapters.
Source: Wild Ones non-profit organization
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist

Pervious Paving Materials
Abstract: Considerations and implementation guidelines.
Source: Sustainable Building Sourcebook published by Sustainable Sources
Resource Type: Chapter

Storm Water Phase II Compliance Assistance Guide [PDF]
Abstract: Comprehensive (97 pages) step-by-step procedures to determine regulatory status and compliance measures for Phase II (small construction activity) and MS4s (municipal separate storm sewer systems) .
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist

Water Quality
Abstract: Identification of construction related water quality issues and best practices.
Source: Montana State University Extension Service, Pollution Prevention Program
Resource Type: Chapter

Xeriscape
Abstract: Design issues, commercial status and guidelines for implementation; extensive contacts.
Source: Sustainable Building Sourcebook published by Sustainable Sources
Resource Type: Chapter

Xeriscape Plant Selections and Ideas
Abstract: Explanation of xeriscape concepts, including examples of high prairie plants appropriate for use in natural, low input landscaping.
Source: North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension Service
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist