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It was a humble beginning. No venture capital. No outside investor. Just a determination to be the best. Over 20 years later, a world-class player emerging.
Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design
Total earned points: 83 (Platinum threshold: 80) |
Location: Good connections to the surrounding community & public transportation |
Site selection: Building re-developed on a brownfield |
Sustainable practices: Bike racks, dedicated efficient car and carpool lots |
Incentives: Cash rewards for walking, biking, carpooling, and using public transit |
10,000 gallon rain water harvesting system (reduced potable water usage by 66%) |
Irrigation: Rain water. No permanent irrigation systems |
Energy: Solar electricity production reducing energy cost by 54% |
Energy wheels capturing energy from outgoing air |
R40 roof insulation and white membrane |
100% fresh air distribution to all areas |
100% of paints, coatings, adhesives, and sealants with minimal amount of VOCs |
98% of work areas with access to outside views and natural lights |
Native and low maintenance plants |
Existing structural elements: 98% reused in the building |
Construction waste: 97% recycled |
Construction materials: 30% recycled materials and 18% made locally (500 miles) |