The Philippine Green Building Code, 2015

The Philippine Green Building Code declares the State policy to protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature against harmful effects of climate change. It shall safeguard the environment, property and public health, in the interest of the common good and general welfare consistent with the principles of sound environmental management and control; and for this purpose, prescribe acceptable set of standards and requirements for relevant buildings to regulate their location, site, planning, design, quality of material, construction, use, occupancy, operation and maintenance. 

The Code seeks to improve the efficiency of building performance through a framework of acceptable set of standards that will enhance sound environmental and resource management that will counter the harmful gases responsible for the adverse effects of climate change, throughout the building’s life-cycle including efficient use of resources, site selection, planning, design, construction, use, occupancy, operation and maintenance, without significant increase in cost. It specifies the Green Building requirements as to the building envelope, natural ventilation, building envelope color, roof insulation, mechanical systems, electrical systems, water efficiency, material sustainability, solid waste management, site sustainability and indoor environmental quality.