BEES methodology takes a multi-disciplinary approach known as environmental life-cycle assessment (LCA). following guidance in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14040 standard for LCA.(1) Economic performance is separately measured using the ASTM International standard life-cycle cost (LCC)

That is, it considers multiple environmental and economic impacts over the entire life of the building product. Considering multiple impacts and life-cycle stages is necessary because product selection decisions based on single impacts or stages could obscure others that might cause equal or greater damage. In other words, a multidimensional, life-cycle approach is necessary for a comprehensive, balanced analysis.

Blue Angel -<http://www.blauer-engel.de> Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2008, The Blue Angel is the first and oldest environmental label for products and services in the world. Since 1978 it has set the standard for eco-friendly products and services selected by an independent jury and approved by the German Government. This standard requires that the product contains no carcinogenic or halogenated organic compounds, no presence organic compounds or formaldehyde, and a low-level of hazardous flame-retardants and moth repellents

Corrective Action Request is a management tool to provide a systematic recording process. The organization uses a CAR to insure that you have a Corrective Action system in place, and that permanent records are changed. ISO 14001 guidelines require a corrective action system.

Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) are detailed documents which pull together a range of information and assist with the drive towards continued environmental improvements. The EMP assigns responsibilities to personnel, helping to raise environmental awareness and performance. The EMP provides a framework on which subsequent risk assessments can gauge improvements in environmental performance. Typical EMP steps are not less than 3 and not more than 10. A long range EMP can be formalized into an Action Plan.

An organization’s environmental management system (EMS) is one part of a larger management system. The EMS part of this larger management system is used to establish an environmental policy and to manage the environmental aspects of an organization’s activities, products, and services.

A management system is a network of interrelated elements. elements include responsibilities, authorities, relationships, functions, processes, procedures, practices, and resources. A management system uses these elements to establish policies and
objectives and to develop ways of applying these policies and achieving these objectives.

Evidence-based healthcare designs are used to create environments that are therapeutic, supportive of family involvement, efficient for staff performance, and restorative for workers under stress.

"An evidence-based designer, together with an informed client, makes decisions based on the best information available from research and project evaluations. Critical thinking is required to develop an appropriate solution to the design problem; the pool of information will rarely offer a precise fit with a client’s unique situation."

 is a term used to indicate focus on holistic planning and stewardship of the waterfront and local waterways; and achieving an Eco-balance.

EWaterfront development blends the benefits of sustainable and green building techniques with marina construction and Clean Marina management practices.

EWaterfront development can be considered a method of environmental stewardship and an implementation tool for clean water programs along our local waterways. An EWaterfront community strives to create a "water neutral" environment and improve water quality through environmental outreach programs.

Forest Stewardship Council<http://www.fsc.org/> ­ FSC is an independent, non-governmental, not-for-profit organization established to promote the responsible management of the world’s forests. Established in 1993 as a response to concerns over global deforestation, FSC is widely regarded as one of the most important initiatives of the last decade to promote responsible forest management worldwide.

Green Format™ is a new Construction Specification Institute (CSI) Format that allows manufacturers to accurately report the sustainability-measuring properties of their products, and provide designers, contractors and building operators with basic information to help meet “green” requirements.

General outline of site information to use in preparing waterfront Action Plans.

ROS  Report On Sustainability - A report designed to provide information that will improve public dialog and decision making on environmental concerns.

“The Clean Waterfront Report On Sustainability” uses industry indicators and clean water standards to help establish a quantitative baseline for measuring waterfront research and development progress.

Scientific Certification Systems<http://www.scscertified.com/> - SCS is a global leader in independent certification of environmental, sustainability, food quality and food purity claims. Over two decades, SCS has developed internationally recognized standards and certification programs aimed at spurring the highest level of environmental improvements, social accountability and product performance.

Construction, renovations and alterations to [PROJECT NAME] shall conform to the [ORGANIZATION] Sustainable Waterfront Policy. The work shall integrate building materials and methods that promote clean water quality, economic vitality, and social benefit through the construction and operation of the built environment. The resulting project shall meet at a minimum [LEED® ________ rating] for structures and a minimum [ _____ TECHBlue Center Review] for marine construction; with higher rating levels encouraged. The intent of the project is to construct a clean waterfront development sustainable for over a [25 year] life-cycle while providing the highest level possible of operational efficiency and natural resource protection.

An industry 'think-tank', clearinghouse and showcase for environmentally sensitive waterfront renovation. Waterfront professionals promote and research construction methods and new clean water technologies.

The TECHBlue Center applies a voluntary, independent, inter-disciplinary review system. It is based on existing, proven technology and evaluates the impact various products and construction activity have on sustaining a clean waterfront. It monitors product life cycle performance and tracks industry benchmarks. Rating levels are relative to site and water body specific data.. www.cleanwaterfront.net

Water conserving methods should be considered in all aspects of the development, including indoor and outdoor water use. Designers should develop water budgets for the facility, and consider innovative water technologies. Potable water use should be minimized within the facility by appropriately sizing systems and using water efficient technologies and cascading water use systems. Alternative systems which harvest on-site flows should be considered. Site water flows should be maintained by minimizing erosion, encouraging infiltration, and utilizing innovative stormwater management techniques. Water quality should be protected by avoiding the use of toxic materials on the site during development and for future maintenance. Low impact landscaping, Integrated Pest Management strategies, boat launch and activity areas should be implemented in order to protect water quality.