WELL PLATINUM CERTIFICATION FOR CHARLOTTE OFFICE OF CRESCENT COMMUNITIES

Our 2021 Stewardship Report outlined our pursuit of both LEED and WELL Certification for the newly designed Charlotte office of Crescent Communities. LEED certification ensures that the space is designed and built to be high-performing, energy-efficient, and comfortable while reducing the overall environmental impact. WELL certification marries strategies in design, construction, and operations to produce a built environment that supports improvement in nutrition, fitness, mood, sleep, comfort, and productivity. Jointly, these certification pursuits ensure that the building’s impact on both the environment and the occupants are priorities.

In late 2022, the team was awarded WELL Certification at the Platinum level, a highly sought after and rarely attained designation. This certification underscores the company commitment to the health and well-being of our own team members. A few notable features demonstrated in the office include:

• Sit and stand desks at each workstation to promote movement

• Biophilic design, incorporating natural materials to bring nature indoors

• Enhanced air filtration and bipolar ionization to eliminate particulates and chemicals

• Filtered water available from all faucets throughout the office to ensure healthy water for all

• Healthy nutrition offered through delivery of fresh fruits daily, as well as low-sugar, high-fiber snacks

• Highly walkable location with easy access to amenities such as restaurants, pharmacy, and grocery store, promoting active transportation

• Robust recycling and composting program throughout office with centrally located disposal areas

• Energy savings through the inclusion of highly efficient fixtures with motion sensors and effective building design

The Charlotte office is located in Ally Charlotte Center. Crescent Communities also achieved WELL Certification for the Core and Shell building at the Gold level in 2022.