Green Building Features & Criteria

Do green roofs help reduce a building’s heat load?

• Yes

• No

Is daylighting considered a feature to reduce energy consumption in buildings?

• Yes

• No

Are reflective paints discouraged in energy-efficient buildings?

• Yes

• No

Does the Green Building Index (GBI) evaluate water efficiency in buildings?

• Yes

• No

Can louvre shading prevent direct sunlight from heating a building’s surface?

• Yes

• No