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Hong Kong Green School Guide
1. Introduction
A matrix indicating the green criteria and complexity level of different green initiatives is provided in this Guide for reference. School
decision makers can prioritise and select appropriate green features according to their needs and available resources.
Green Criteria
Complexity Level and Time Required
Section
Energy
Saving
Water
Saving
Carbon
Emission
Reduction
Occupant Comfort
(Visual, Acoustic, Air,
Thermal)
Environmental
Education &
Experience
Staff &
Student
Performance
Cost Level Technical
Complexity
Administrative
Resources
Completion
Time
(# of years)
3.1 Green School Sites
3.1.1
School Site Selection
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Incorporated into construction process
(Incorporation of these designs should not increase
construction cost, time, technical complexity and
administrative resources substantially.)
3.1.2
Natural Ventilation Design
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3.1.3
External Shading Device
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3.1.4
Access of Daylight
√
√
√
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3.1.5
Planting on Ground
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Low
Medium Low
1
3.1.6
Green Roof
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Medium High
High
2
3.1.7
Vertical Greening
√∆ ∆
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Medium High
High
2
3.1.8
Heat Shield Roof Coating
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Medium Medium Low
1
3.1.9
Pervious Paving on Grade
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Low
Medium Low
1
3.2 Materials and Waste
3.2.1
Sustainable Timber and Forest
Product
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√
Low
Low
Low
1
3.2.2
Recycled Materials
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Low
Medium Low
1
3.2.3
Rapidly Renewable Materials
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Low
Medium Low
1
3.2.4
Waste Sorting and Food
Composting Facilities
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√
Low
Low
Low
1
3.2.5
Meal Portioning at Schools
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Low
Low
Low
1
3.2.6
Recycle and Upcycled
Furniture
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Low
Low
Low
1
3.3 Energy Saving
3.3.1
Window Films
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Low
Medium Low
1
3.3.2
Double Glazing
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High
High
High
3
3.3.3
Blinds, Curtains and Automatic
Control
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√
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Medium Low
Low
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