This module is a part of the course Standard 189.1-2011 (Dual). The Standard is for the design of high-performance green buildings, except low-rise residential buildings. Its purpose is to provide minimum requirements for the siting, design, construction, and plan for operation of high-performance green buildings to balance environmental responsibility, resource efficiency, occupant comfort and well-being, and community sensitivity, and support the goal of development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.