ANSI Integrative Process (IP) 2.0 Standard Ballot Vote
Monday, March 7, 2011
7group Manager

The Integrative Process (IP) Standard Guide for Sustainable Buildings & Communities 2.0© is available for Ballot Vote: http://mts.sustainableproducts.com/IP. The Ballot opens on February 23, 2011 and closes on April 11, 2011.

What the Standard Does. The 1.0 IP ANSI National Consensus Standard for Sustainable Buildings and Communities (Whole Systems Integrative Process) was developed so IP could be commercialized within the real estate sector of the U.S. economy. As an industry standard, the integrative process enables owner’s and practitioners to design and build substantially higher performing buildings and communities while simultaneously reducing construction and operating costs as well as overall risk. The 1.0 Standard codified the practice that changed conventional linear design and construction into one that integrates key professionals throughout the design and construction process.

Standard Benefits. The Navy’s experience using IP for its green buildings reduced construction costs one percent attributable to a 10% reduction in change orders. Fireman’s Fund IP Risk Reduction Statement (2008) states: “IP can have a positive impact on the risks associated with green buildings. … As architects, contractors and all relevant professionals communicate with property owners and others, their Errors & Omission’s risk of unrealized expectations is better managed.”

Highlights from Comprehensive Review Process for Draft 2.0 IP Standard.

For questions: 202-338-3131 or  mts@sustainableproducts.com

 

Very truly yours,
 
John Boecker, 7group
Steve Bushnell, Fireman’s Fund Allianz
Sean Culman, Solutions
John Jennings, BetterBricks / Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance
Bill Reed, Integrative Design Collaborative
Jason Twill, Vulcan, Inc.

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