WATER REDUCTION |
To reduce potable water use on-site, the team installed a ground water collection system, which was then used for truck wheel washing. This reused water contributed to the company’s potable water reduction goals and helped to raise awareness about opportunities to reuse rainwater on construction sites. |
CLEAN CONSTRUCTION |
Columbia University developed Clean Construction Requirements and Lendlease guided revisions to meet construction requirements. In collaboration with Columbia University, and oversight by a City Monitor, Lendlease enforced these requirements on many aspects of the project, including Construction Waste Management; Dust Control; Emissions Control; Erosion and Sedimentation Control; Noise Control; and Vector Control. To verify that measures were continually met during construction activities, the City Monitor conducted monthly walk-throughs and provided suggestions for corrective measures, which the Lendlease team addressed immediately. The construction team also produced a daily report that outlined each day’s activities that could impact Clean Construction operations. |
WASTE REDUCTION |
Wallboard scrap from construction sites is typically sent to landfill or agricultural amendment, but this project participated in a pilot initiative to close the loop on wallboard waste by recycling wallboard scrap into new gypsum products. The project transported approximately 60 tons of wallboard scrap to USA Gypsum in 2015. This strategy contributed to the project’s total approximate 91% landfill diversion rate, supporting Lendlease’s commitment to waste reduction and helping the project achieve LEED Certification. |
LEED GOLD CERTIFICATION
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Throughout the duration of the project, Lendlease participated in an integrated effort to achieve this exceptional LEED Certification rating. In collaboration with the Sustainability Consultant, Design Team, and Owner, Lendlease procured compliant materials, documented the progress towards approximately 30% recycled and 15% regional material content, and minimized material VOC content. Lendlease tracked submittals and worked with the Sustainability Consultant to ensure compliance. Upon building completion, the team helped to perform extensive indoor air quality testing and flush-outs of the new HVAC system. |