CodeGreen Solutions Walks the Green Walk and Achieves LEED-CI Platinum at ...
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NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --
CodeGreen Solutions has long established itself as a leader in the green building industry, so it was only natural that they set the bar high for sustainability at their own headquarters in NYC. The bright new office space, located at 1333 Broadway, is finally complete, and has achieved a LEED-CI Platinum rating, the highest rating awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council. Employing the expertise of its very own team of LEED APs, commissioning engineers and energy managers, CodeGreen has added its own office to its long list of successful projects, which includes the Democracy Now! Studios, the Origins Flagship store, and the corporate offices of many Fortune 500 companies.
Smart features in the space like T5 lighting, plug-in task lighting, and occupancy and daylight sensors resulted in a 56% energy reduction above ASHRAE standards. In addition, overhead lighting was reduced, and CodeGreen team members are now able to enjoy a more comfortable working environment where they can control their own lighting and have access to views overlooking Midtown Manhattan.
Source: MarketWatch (press release)
CodeGreen Solutions' new headquarters secures LEED-CI Platinum
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The facility has installed several green features such as T5 lighting, and plug-in task lighting. It has also been equipped with other energy-efficient lighting fixtures which are controlled by sensors depending on the room occupancy and the availability of natural light. The sustainability is enhanced through slashing the number of overhead lighting systems. Use of these measures have cut down energy consumption by 56% over ASHRAE norms.
The building's faucets have been fitted with 0.5 gallon per minute aerators whereas its water closets incorporate low flush diverters. These water-saving fixtures lead to a reduction of 20% in water consumption compared to traditional systems.
The building has restored 61% of its office furniture pieces whereas 72% of its new furnishings have been produced regionally. The facility has also utilised 100% FSC-eligible wood. Among its other eco-friendly elements include diversion of 95% debris from reaching the landfills through reclaiming process, and use of composting to cut down the amount of organic waste.
Source: World Interior Design Network