THE NATURE CONSERVANCY REGENERATIVE DESIGN APPROACH

Integrative Design Process

The integrative process took place over a 6-month period where multiple workshops were conducted to arrive a holistic solution that began and ended with energy modeling

Energy Modeling

energy modeling used to analyze and synthesize the various building systems strategies for reduced energy usage as a predicted outcome at the least possible cost the

Integrative Design Process

Building Systems that were Built/Installed a. Biosolar Roof Improvement b. Renewal Energy Integration c. LED Lighting Retrofit d. Mag-Lev Chiller Upgrade e. Energy Recovery Ventilation Integration f. Building Systems & Controls Upgrade g. Rainwater Harvesting System h. Rainwater Filtration & Flushing Riser Integration i. Air Handler Upgrade with Air Scrubbers / UV Disinfection

Modeling

1. Create a more sustainable and resilient building

2. Ensure a more responsible ecological footprint

3. Enhance the overall user experience and increase marketability of new multitenant floors

Aligning a worldwide office to TNC's core purpose of conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends

When evaluating the design of their global office, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) saw an opportunity to do more than just reduce harm; they embraced a holistic "do good" approach.

The project began with a focus on regeneration, guiding a collaborative design process that emerged from intensive workshops. TNC's dedication to environmental conservation and regeneration pushed the sustainability boundaries beyond a 50% energy reduction, setting the stage for something more profound.

As one of the world's leading organizations for environmental preservation, TNC recognized that their office could become part of a larger living system, both socially and ecologically. This vision propelled them to explore new frontiers and set an example for deep, embedded ecological design.

EXPECTED RESULTS

50 % INCREASE IN EMPLOYEE WELLNESS AND HUMAN SUSTAINABILITY

ENERGY USE INTENSITY (EUI) COMPARISON

EUI (Energy Use Intensity) measures building performance based on energy use per square foot over the course of a year.

Certifications

LEED (O+M, CORE & CI) WELL ENERGY STAR

CoreNet Global Mid-Atlantic Chapter, Award of Excellence for Workplace Sustainability

By Jim Thompson