Sustainability
How Prefabrication Enhanced Sustainability and Resilience at Baptist Hospital
When Hurricane Ivan hit the Florida coast in September 2004, it compromised the Baptist Hospital building envelope and caused frequent, costly interruptions to operations for the healthcare facility.
Texas’ IDEA Public Schools dug into data to reduce energy use, save money
2024 was a big year for Texas’ IDEA Public Schools. Three IDEA campuses—IDEA Elsa, IDEA Rio Grande City and IDEA Edgemere—earned the prestigious ENERGY STAR certification from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), recognizing superior energy performance and commitment to sustainability.
U.S. Green Building Council Reflects on Long-Term LEED Impacts
In November, the USGBC released the LEED Impact Report highlighting progress the council has achieved over the past 30 year and the significant role that green building has played in achieving global sustainability goals.
University of Maryland Aims for Fossil-Free Energy System by 2035
In April 2021, Darryll Pines, University of Maryland (UMD) president, announced the college’s vision for a net-zero carbon emission campus by 2025.
Sustainable Design and Paradigm Shifts Within Corrections
Implementing sustainable design principles within correctional facilities serves to positively impact the built environment.
Oslo Airport Opens World’s Greenest Terminal
The Oslo airport in Norway just opened what is now known as the “greenest airport terminal” on April 28.
City of Beaufort Partners with Johnson Controls for Energy Savings Performance Contract
The contract between Beaufort and Johnson Controls is expected to generate $5.4 million in savings over 15 years for the city.
UC Merced Earns LEED Platinum Certification for New Building
The University of California Merced was awarded LEED Platinum status on March 9 for its new classroom building completed last summer.
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