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AUTHORITY

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1805.2

Executive Order B-18-12 requires that state agencies: Take measures toward achieving Zero Net Energy for 50 percent of the square footage of existing state-owned building area by 2025; Take measures to reduce grid-based energy purchases for state-owned buildings by at least 20 percent by 2 ...

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ZERO NET ENERGY FOR NEW AND EXISTING STATE BUILDINGS

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1815.31

Purpose This policy was outlined in Management Memo 17-04 and provides state agencies and building professionals with the requirements for meeting zero net energy (ZNE), as well as the direction, strategies and procedures that will help them achieve ZNE for new building design and construction, and ...

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DEFINITIONS

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1801

For definitions of terms used in this SAM Chapter, please refer to the Green California glossary.

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INTRODUCTION

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1800

Energy and Sustainability This State Administrative Manual (SAM) chapter provides the policies and guidelines put in place pursuant to the Green Building Action Plan accompanying Executive Order B-18-12. In partnership with other state agencies, the Department of General Services ((DGS) develops pol ...

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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES FOR ENERGY MANAGEMENT IN STATE BUILDINGS

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1805

The intent of this section is to announce policy and guidelines regarding efficient energy management in state buildings during normal operations.

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PROCEDURES FOR ELECTRICAL EMERGENCIES

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1810.4

The DGS Real Estate Services Division will alert departments, universities, and community colleges when the CAISO declares a Stage 1, 2, or 3 Electrical Emergency and when those Stages are cancelled. This table contains links to documents that provide detailed instructions on controlling ...

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RESOURCES

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1835.7

Department of Water Resources, Water Use and Efficiency Branch SBX7-7 Sustainable Sites Initiative Greening Federal Facilities Graywater regulations American Rainwater Catchment Association Irrigation Association Establishing Baselines and Meeting Water Conservation Goals of Executive Order ...

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POLICY

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1825.1

State agencies that build, lease and operate state buildings shall implement measures to ensure a healthful indoor environment for their building occupants. State agencies shall implement as follows: New/Renovated State Buildings: State agencies shall implement mandatory measures and relevant and fe ...

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LANDSCAPING PRACTICES

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1821.5

State building and facility managers will adopt the following landscaping practices: Reduce landfill waste material and water use; Promote the purchase of sustainable plant and maintenance materials; and Maintain a healthier outdoor environment. These practices apply to all grounds and building ...

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STATE AGENCY BUY RECYCLED CAMPAIGN (SABRC)

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1845

Departments will consider Recycled Content Products (RCP) in conducting their purchasing activities. Please refer to State Contracting Manual (SCM) Vol. 2 and Vol. 3, Chapter 3 – Socioeconomic and Environmental Programs.

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STANDARD OPERATING EFFICIENCY PROCEDURES

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1805.3

State departments shall follow the Standard Operating Efficiency Procedures described below, to the extent that funding is available and they do not conflict with health and safety requirements or operations necessary for a department to fulfill its mission and responsibilities. Department di ...

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RESOURCES

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1825.5

Guidelines and standards can help state agencies achieve acceptable IEQ, including but not limited to: VOC emission limits for building materials established by CDPH (Volatile Organic Compounds) Architectural coatings guidelines and composite wood rules from CARB (see CALGreen, Architectural Coat ...

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MAINTENANCE OF BUILDING EXTERIORS, ROOFS, HARDSCAPE, LANDSCAPE AND EXTERIOR PAINTING

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1821.6

To reduce the harmful effects of chemicals and air pollution on the local environment and to promote water and energy conservation during exterior maintenance activities, departments are required to develop a maintenance program consistent with the guidelines outlined in Sustainable Site Credit 2: B ...

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RESOURCES

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1821.7

Information and Directories: CalRecycle Compost and Mulch: Starting point to learn about the uses and benefits of compost and mulch. CalRecycle Compost and Mulch Producers: A list of permitted compost and mulch producers, searchable by county. Seal of Testing Assurance: Program ...

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DEFINITIONS

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1825.3

For the purposes of SAM Section 1825 – 1825.5, the following definitions are used: Alterations - Any construction or renovation to an existing structure, other than repair, for the purpose of maintenance or addition. Modifications and Maintenance Repairs - Making alterations to an existing ...

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POLICY

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1815.1

All state agencies shall achieve targets and timelines for energy use reductions established in Executive Order B-18-12 and the Green Building Action Plan for buildings they design, build, manage, or lease. Agencies shall include their strategies and procedures to achieve these targets in their ex ...

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AUTHORITY

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1815.2

This management memo is executed under the Governor’s executive authority established in Executive Order B-18-12 and the Green Building Action Plan

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POLICY

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1810.1

State agencies shall designate personnel to receive Department of General Services (DGS) Electrical Emergency Notifications (EENS) list server. Additionally, state agencies shall incorporate the procedures for electrical emergencies into their departmental Emergency Plans. For the comprehensive ...

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DEFINITIONS

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1835.3

For the purposes of SAM Section 1835, the following definitions are used: Process Water – Water used for manufacturing processes, for testing and maintaining manufacturing equipment, and water used in combined heat and power facilities. GrayWater - Untreated wastewater that has not been con ...

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RESOURCES

Chapter: 1800

Section: 1815.5

Alternative funding sources to support agency five-year infrastructure plans to meet or exceed the requirements of this management memo can include power purchase agreements (PPA’s), GS $Mart, the Energy Efficient State Property Revolving Fund, or other funding mechanisms. Title 24, Par ...

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