Onistone cares about the world that future generations will inherit and keeps close track of all the footprints it leaves on the environment. From the manufacturing process to its marketing efforts, Onistone is consistent to its commitment of providing sustainable and durable solutions for a greener world.
 Onistone supports the USGBC iniciative and its LEED accreditation program by providing a noble material that contributes with valuable points.
How Onistone Concrete Tiles can contribute to LEED Certification
| Credit Categories |
Possible Points |
Key Variable |
HOW... |
| Sustainable Sites |
Credit 7.1
Heat Island Effect: Non-Roof |
1 point |
Solar Reflection Index (SRI) |
Light Onistone colors has SRI starting from 75. LEED requires a minimum of 29.
Textured Onistone tiles can be used in exterior applications. Small formats with
thickness starting at 2" can be used as pavers thanks to its excellent compressive
strength. Onistone tiles can also be used in exterior facade cladding. |
| Energy and Atmosphere |
Prerequisite 2
Minimum Energy Performance |
Required |
Thermal mass |
Onistone Concrete Tiles contribute to moderate temperature swings in both hot
and cold weathers. This translates in savings in heating, ventilating and air
conditioning expenses. |
Credit 1
Optimize Energy Performance |
1-10 points |
Energy Costs Savings |
Thermal mass of Onistone Concrete Tiles along with other architectural
elements play an important role in determining required energy costs savings for
the building. |
| Materials and Resources |
Credit 4.2
Recycled Content: 20% (postconsumer
plus 1/2 pre-consumer) |
2 points |
Recycled content |
Onistone formula contains post-consumer ingredients such as recycled concrete,
glass or recovered aggregates. Pre-consumer ingredients are present as cement
substitutes which at the same time improves concrete performance. Recycled
content meets 20% requirement and grants 2 LEED points. |
| Innovation and Design Process |
Credit 1.-1.4
Apply for other credits demonstrating
exception performance |
4 points* |
Onistone Versatility |
Get additional points by taking advantage of Onistone versatility. Remember
that Onistone, besides containing recycled material, it is 100% recyclable: can be
transformed into aggregate or can be reused as a sub-floor reducing the future
environmental impact of the building. Using non-VOC's sealers and adhesives
contributes to a better indoor air quality. Onistone remains harmless through its
lifecycle as it is free of VOC's, radiation or heavy metals. Onistone requires low
maintenance after sealed: mopping and clean water. Light Onistone colors
used in interiors can contribute to reduce artificial lighting. Onistone is a long
lasting material that presents low lifecycle costs. |
*Up to 4 additional points can be earned, must be submitted and approved (not included in total)
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