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TABLE OF CONTENTS @4240 LEED Core & Shell v2009, Platinum, May 2014 ....................................................................................................................4 ALBERICI CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS LEED New Construction, Platinum, July 2005 ................................................................6 ARCTURIS CORPORATE OFFICE LEED Commercial Interiors, Silver, September 2009....................................................................8 CHRISTNER INC. OFFICE LEED Commercial Interiors, Gold, July 2012 ............................................................................................10 COLUMBIA FIRE STATION #7 LEED New Construction, Silver, 2010 .................................................................................................12 COLUMBIA FIRE STATION #9 LEED New Construction, Gold, 2009 ..................................................................................................14 COMMERCE BANK LEED New Construction for Retail, Certified, July 2009 ...................................................................................16 CORTEX ONE LEED Core & Shell v1.0 Pilot, Certified, May 2006.......................................................................................................18 CROSSROADS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL LEED New Construction v2.2, Platinum, January 2010 ...................................20 DES PERES CENTRE LEED Core & Shell v2009, Gold, January 2012 ................................................................................................22 EMERSON GLOBAL DATA CENTER LEED New Construction & Major Renovations, Gold, February 2010 ......................................24 ENTERPRISE HOLDINGS ST. LOUIS CONTACT CENTER LEED Commercial Interiors, Certified, July 2009 .....................................26 ENTERPRISE FLEET MANAGEMENT LEED Commercial Interiors, Certified, May 2005 ....................................................................28 FRIEZE HARLEY-DAVIDSON FULL-LINE DEALERSHIP LEED New Construction v2.2, Gold, June 2008 ...........................................30 GREEN CIRCLE SHOPPING CENTER LEED Core & Shell v2.2, Platinum, January 2008 ...................................................................32 HOK HEADQUARTERS LEED Commercial Interiors, Certified, October 2005 ...................................................................................34 KORTE CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS LEED Commercial Interiors, Certified, November 2010 ......................................................36

TABLE OF CONTENTS LEWIS & CLARK STATE OFFICE BUILDING LEED New Construction v2.0 2006, Platinum, March 2006 ........................................38 THE LOFTS of WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY LEED for New Construction v2009, Platinum, December 2014 .....................................40 MCDONNELL HALL & BRAUER HALL MICDS LEED for Schools v2009, Platinum, May 2015 ..........................................................42 MISSOURI ORTHOPAEDIC INSTITUTE LEED BD+C: New Construction, Certified, May 2011 ............................................................44 MIZZOU SOFTBALL STADIUM LEED for New Construction v2009, GOLD, April 2018 ............................................................... NOVUS INTERNATIONAL INC. LEED New Construction v2.2, Platinum, April 2009 .........................................................................48 PURINA EVENT CENTER LEED New Construction, Silver, November 2011 ........................................................................................50 ST. LOUIS ZOO ANIMAL NUTRITION CENTER LEED New Construction, Silver, April 2008 ..............................................................52 SECURITY BUILDING LEED Core & Shell, Certified, December 2007 .................................................................................................54 SHEET METAL WORKERS LOCAL 36 LEED New Construction, Platinum, July 2013 ........................................................................56 SISTERS OF MERCY CONVENT ASSISTED LIVING CENTER LEED New Construction, Certified, January 2007 ..............................58 SIUE ART & DESIGN BUILDING EXPANSION LEED New Construction v2009, Gold, August 2013 ..................................................60 STAPLES PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS LEED Commercial Interiors 2009, Platinum, October 2011 .................................................62 TARLTON HEADQUARTERS LEED New Construction v2.1 2006, Silver, January 2006 ....................................................................64 UNIVERSITY CITY CITY HALL LEED New Construction & Major Renovations, Certified, March 2008 ..............................................66 WILLIAM A. KERR FOUNDATION OFFICE LEED N.C. & Major Renovations, Platinum, July 2007 ....................................................68

LEED PROJECT PROFILE

@4240 St. Louis, MO

42.5% 35.8% 22.02%

projected energy savings

water reduction

regional materials use

LEED® Facts @4240 St. Louis, MO

LEED Core & Shell v2009 Certification awarded May 2014

Platinum

85*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design Regional Priority Credits

24/28 5/10 28/37 11/13 8/12 5/6 4/4

*Out of a possible 110 points The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE @4240 Leveraging collaboration and combining new technology with the character of an historic structure PROJECT BACKGROUND

Looking to expand into the St. Louis region, Wexford commissioned @4240 as part of the Cortex Innovation Community, a 200-acre technology district under development in the heart of the City of St. Louis. Constructed in 1947 as a telephone assembly warehouse, the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With the aid of federal and state historic tax credits, the project team worked closely to preserve the history and character of the original structure while converting it to high-performance multi-tenant lab and office facility.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS

Drawing on their experience with integrating sustainability in adaptive reuse projects, Wexford and the design team made it an early goal to achieve a high level of LEED certification. There was also great desire to create open, collaborative workspaces that would engage not only the tenants but also the surrounding community. Taking advantage of the building’s high floor-to-floor space and deep open layout, the design cut large openings into the central portion of the building and added skylights to a new two-story concourse, providing abundant daylighting to the interior areas of the building. An exterior courtyard was carved out of the one-story portion of the building to serve lower-level tenants. Energy efficiency was one of the primary goals of the renovation. Energy-efficient measures incorporated into the project include replacing industrial windows with historically accurate replacement glazing, adding insulation under a new cool roof, and installing highperformance systems throughout the building. As a result, the structure is projected to be nearly 45% more energy efficient than a typical lab/office facility. Additional sustainable design features include installation of a 50-kW photovoltaic array, development of activity-based green space, Low Impact Development techniques to manage water runoff as close to the source as possible, native plantings in surrounding greenspace areas, and extensive use of renewable building materials. The design team also created innovative uses for original building elements, such as turning a brass boiler tank into a conference table and preserving boiler and chimney access doors as decorative elements. As a result of these strategies, @4240 became Wexford's third LEED Platinum project and a critical anchor in the developing Cortex district. “Wexford Science & Technology’s @4240’s LEED certification demonstrates tremendous green building leadership,” stated Rick Fedrizzi, president and co-founder of the USGBC. “The urgency of USGBC’s mission has challenged the industry to move faster and reach further than ever before, and @4240 serves as a prime example with just how much we can accomplish.”

ABOUT CORTEX

Cortex is a tax exempt 501(c)3 formed in 2002 by Washington University in St. Louis, BJC Healthcare, University of Missouri – St. Louis, Saint Louis University, and the Missouri Botanical Garden to capture the commercial benefits of university and regional corporate research for St. Louis. When fully implemented, the Cortex master plan projects over 4.5 million square feet of mixed-use development (research, office, clinical, residential, hotel and retail), a new light-rail station, and 13,000 permanent technology-related jobs.

ABOUT WEXFORD SCIENCE + TECHNOLOGY

Wexford Science & Technology, LLC is a private real estate investment and development company that meets the growing and specialized facilities needs of for-profit and not-forprofit institutions, including universities, university-related research parks, healthcare systems, entrepreneurs and private companies. Wexford has developed knowledge communities throughout the country that cater to the needs of science and technology firms and the companies that work with them. These knowledge communities are vibrant, mixeduse, amenity-rich environments where innovation thrives. © 2015 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation.

Architect: HOK St. Louis Owner: Wexford Science + Technology, LLC Developer: Wexford Science + Technology, LLC Contractor: Tarlton Corporation LEED / Sustainability Consultant: HOK St. Louis Interior Designer: HOK St. Louis Landscape Architect: HOK St. Louis Civil Engineer: The Clayton Engineering Company Commissioning Agent / Fundamental: McClure Engineering Structural Engineer: HOK St. Louis MEP Engineer: McClure Engineering Photographs Courtesy of: Chris Cross (Cover Photo); HOK (Interior Photos) Project Size: 183,000 SF Project Cost $73,000,000

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LEED Project Profile

Alberici corporate headquarters overland, mo

60% 57%

more efficient than a conventional building.

of all building materials used were sourced locally / regionally.

100%

virtually of employees have a direct view of the surrounding 13 acres of land converted into native prarie.

LEEDÂŽ Facts Alberici Corporate Headquarters

LEED for New Construction Certification awarded 7/8/2005

Platinum

60*

Sustainable Sites

12/14

Water Efficiency

5/5

Energy & Atmosphere

16/17

Materials & Resources

9/13

Indoor Environmental Quality

13/15

Innovation & Design

5/5

*Out of a possible 69 points The information provided is based on that stated in the LEEDÂŽ project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building's actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED Project Profile Alberici corporate headquarters

Platinum Building Showcases Innovation Constructor Transforms Site and Vice Versa PROJECT BACKGROUND

A former manufacturing facility built over 50 years ago was the recipient of a major makeover and began the transformation into an environmentally friendly, energy efficient corporate headquarters. The design of the project called for removing a 70-foot-wide, 485-foot-long section from the middle of the existing 2 story warehouse, virtually slicing the building into two parts. With an outdoor courtyard in the gap, one side was converted to covered parking to replace the heat-absorbing asphalt on the site and the other side was renovated for open, sun-lit office space. All in all, the corporation has gained 110,000 square feet of “class-A” office space within a warehouse that once stood forgotten and converted a parcel of land over 13 acres to native prairie that has become a jewel of the metro area.

Strategies and Results

Using an aggressive Design/Build approach to the project provided unexpected value in ideas that reached from the top down as well as those innovations that sprouted from the bottom up. This strategy turned out to have many positive results, such as increased waste diversion from all trades and site personnel, reduced maintenance costs over the building’s lifetime and an occupant centered approach that ultimately led to a user friendly design.

"In steel, glass and concrete, our Platinum rated headquarters building epitomized the responsibility and good stewardship that has guided our company for the past 90 years. It truly reflects our corporate culture, as well as the innovative spirit of our employees." John Alberici, Chairman of Alberici

The process of defining what innovation stood for from the ownership’s point of view also became an important strategy. For the project team, innovation at times meant using an ordinary product in an unexpected manner. Everything was investigated, including maintenance costs, and a high level of reliability was expected. The latest and greatest technology did not always equate to innovation for this team. Some of the environmentally friendly features incorporated in this project include: Recycling portions of the existing building that were deconstructed to eliminate landfill materials. Addition of operable clerestories for ventilation and atriums for natural light, reducing the need for artificial light. Raised floor construction in office areas with floor vents for individually controlled air distribution. Energy-efficient mechanical systems that reduce energy consumption. The “sawtooth” addition facing due South was added for daylight opportunities and providing occupants a view to the restored, native landscaping through operable windows and a glimpse of the exterior site design that adopted best practices for comprehensive stormwater management. A second-floor mezzanine adds another workable level in a former expansive warehouse that allows the warm, stale air to rise via a chimney effect caused by the atriums. This design allows for optimum energy efficiency with naturally occurring convection and at the same time affords the highest quality of delivered air because the majority of air supplied to occupants is fresh, outdoor air never being recirculated within the breathing zone.

About Alberici

Alberici Constructors has been providing unflinching dependability and rock-solid construction management and construction management services for over 90 years. Founded by an Italian immigrant in 1918, today Alberici is an employee owned company ranked 47th on Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors. Over the decades Alberici has grown into a diversified company emphasizing smart growth. Alberici is a major provider of construction management services to general building, healthcare, water/wastewater, automotive, manufacturing, power, heavy industry markets. Alberici takes pride in its long legacy but also in its dedication to innovation. This drive for new and better ways of doing business has made Alberici an industry leader in both lean and sustainable construction. Alberici has offices in Atlanta, Georgia; Livonia, Michigan; and Burlington, Ontario with international headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. © 2011 USGBC - Missouri Gateway Chapter, A Missouri 501c3 nonprofit corporation.

Architect: Mackey Mitchell Civil Engineer: Stock & Associates Commissioning Agent: CDH Energy Corp. Contractor: Alberici Constructors, Inc. Real Estate Broker: Colliers Turley Martin Tucker Electrical Engineer: Guarantee Electrical Company Interior Designer: Mackey Mitchell Native Plant Consultant : Shaw Nature Reserve LEED/Sustainability Consultant: Vertegy Mechanical Engineer: Corrigan Company Owner: Alberici Redevelopment Corp. Plumbing Engineer: Corrigan Company Structural Engineer: Alper-Audi, Inc. Project Size: 110,000 sf Cost Per Square Foot: $16.2 million (hard costs) ($149.50 sqft excluding land, garage and legal fees) Photographs Courtesy of: Debbie Franke

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LEED PROJECT PROFILE

arcturis corporate office st. louis, mo

46.99% 27.6% 97.3%

water use reduction

reduction in lighting power density below ASHRAE standard

of seated occupants have views of the outside

LEED Facts ®

Arcturis Corporate Office St. Louis, MO LEED for Commercial Interiors Certification awarded September 21, 2009

Silver

31*

Sustainable Sites

4/7

Water Efficiency

2/2

Energy & Atmosphere

4/14

Materials & Resources

8/14

Indoor Environmental Quality

8/17

Innovation & Design

5/5

*Out of a possible 59 points The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE Arcturis Corporate office

Showcase for Sustainability Design Firm Living What They Practice PROJECT BACKGROUND In 2007 St. Louis based design firm Arcturis had out grown its existing space at the edge of downtown and decided to move to the heart of the central business district. A staff survey indicated having a sustainable office as a priority. Arcturis’ decision to create a sustainable space focused on three goals: Give staff a healthy and safe workplace, be a leader by providing an example of forward-thinking design to clients and community, and reduce the environmental footprint of an existing urban space. The LEED® Commercial Interiors Silver certified space is a great tool for educating and promoting the merits of sustainable design to a variety of visitors and groups.

“Arcturis supports sustainability because it is the right thing to do; it’s not just optional!” Patricia Whitaker, IIDA, President

Since the nature of a design firm’s work is collaborative and communication is paramount, an open and transparent office was designed with low height furniture systems and very few private offices. Arcturis designers were sensitive to individual privacy and incorporated ‘quiet zones’ for any staff needing secluded down time. A flexible space was achieved by incorporating walls designed by local artists that expand and contract rooms as needed. Sustainable furniture systems also facilitate a flexible studio environment. Even bathroom sinks are pieces of custom artwork. The existing full height exterior glazing offers great views of the surrounding downtown area and over 90% of staff have a city view to keep pace with the office’s new urban vibe!

Strategies and Results LEED certification of Arcturis’ Corporate Office was based on a number of green design and construction features that positively impact the project itself and the broader community. These features include: • Occupancy Sensors in all conference, storage, and restrooms ensure lights are off if the space is unoccupied. A building control system shuts off all other lighting each night • Daylight Harvesting Sensors dim the first 8 feet of lights adjacent to windows when sunlight enters the space • Low-flow water fixtures reduce water consumption 46.99% below the baseline fixture performance requirements of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 • Compliance with ASHRAE 90.1-2004 for energy systems and 27% below ASHRAE 90.12004 lighting power density • Purchasing policy requires ENERGY STAR RATING for all new equipment • “Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan” used by the contractor during construction ensured clean air when tenants moved in • Low VOC materials specified for better indoor air quality • 53% of construction waste diverted from landfill • Use of materials with high recycled content and millwork core and doors made from FSC Certified wood • Specified materials manufactured within 500 miles of St. Louis to reduce transportation impact • Tenant space located in the Laclede Gas Building which is powered by a Cogeneration power plant in the building (Cogen power is more efficient than traditional methods)

About Arcturis Arcturis is an interdisciplinary design firm that historically had not focused on sustainability, but in the last three years has put green at the forefront of their values. They have completed a bevy of LEED projects of various certification levels in recent years, have established an internal Green Team that oversees office policies and practices, and put thousands of dollars into staff education and awareness, most recently bringing in a leading Danish Environmental Engineer to educate staff and clients about the largest carbon neutral development in the European Union: the Nordhavnen Development in Copenhagen. © 2009 USGBC-St. Louis Regional Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 nonprofit corporation.

Architect: Arcturis Commissioning Agent: William Tao & Assoc., Inc Contractor: Landco Construction LEED Consultant: Arcturis Lighting Designer: Arcturis & William Tao & Assoc., Inc MEP Engineer: William Tao & Assoc., Inc Project Size: 27,674 sq. ft. Cost Per Square Foot: $77.34/sq. ft. Photographs Courtesy of: Debbie Franke

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LEED PROJECT PROFILE

CHRISTNER INC. OFFICE SAINT LOUIS, MISSOURI

100% 95%

of regularly occupied spaces have quality views to the exterior. of regularly occupied spaces have occupancy controls.

87%

of equipment is Energy Star.

LEED Facts ®

[Christner Inc. Office] [Saint Louis, Missouri] LEED for [Corporate Interiors, v2009] Certification awarded [July, 25, 2012]

[Gold]

[63 pts]*

Sustainable Sites

17/21

Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere

0/11

16/37

Materials & Resources

10/14

Indoor Environmental Quality

12/17

Innovation & Design

5/6

*Out of a possible [110] points

The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE CHRISTNER INC. OFFICE

Christner Designs Workspace Expressive of Firm’s Values Transformation of 1980’s office floor scores Christner LEED Gold Certification PROJECT BACKGROUND In moving its office after 25 years, Christner chose a gut rehab of the top floor of an existing office building in order to consolidate staff on one level, conserve resources, and improve communication between project teams. The office redesign allowed Christner to demonstrate the advantages of sustainable design – a cultural driver for this regional architectural practice.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS Transforming the top floor of a 1980’s office building for an architectural office allowed the firm to consolidate staff on one level, eliminate duplication of resources, and improve communication between project teams. The building features a compact floor plate with large ribbon windows and expansive views. The gut rehab reflects the firm’s longstanding dedication to sustainable practices and enhances its organizational model of collaborative project teams. The office was envisioned as a design workshop. The zoning of “solid” and “open” spaces creates clear view corridors that link principle spaces and allow light to penetrate deep into the space. Workstations (for 60 staff) are table-based, with low dividers to facilitate communication among staff and maximize access to daylight and views. Everyone enjoys natural light and 96% of workspaces have direct window views. Conference rooms and four enclosed offices provide acoustical privacy, but clear views using demountable glass partitions and doors. A central reception space serves as a hub of office activity. The adjacent Design Review Studio is a collaborative meeting and work space which can open to the lobby for all-office events and social functions or be closed with floor-to-ceiling glass doors for client meetings. It opens up a spectacular view of the St. Louis skyline. The lighting strategy and office furniture selection take full advantage of the views and natural light. The material palette – wood, vibrant and contrasting colors, variations in floor finishes – reinforces the organization and spatial richness of the office. Sustainable practices include occupancy sensor controlled lighting, a “paperless” initiative and the reduction of paper storage capacity by 50% (from the former office), and the selection of materials that contain low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC). Ceiling pads provide a .90 light reflectance, .95 NRC and contain 75% recycled content. In the entrance lobby and primary public spaces, the existing concrete floor was ground and polished in lieu of an applied floor finish, eliminating energy associated with the manufacturing and shipping of floor materials. The textured wood paneling in the lobby and elevator core was selected to provide a counterpoint to the mostly bright, hard surfaces. It is 100% recycled Elm from a dismantled dairy barn.

“When an organization brands itself on core beliefs, it has to walk the talk. Our core beliefs pertain to the qualities of the built environments that enhance client’s mission. Sustainability is a practice that is integral to the mission of our firm, and we are proud to demonstrate that commitment in our own office space.” Dan Jay, AIA, LEED AP, Principal of Christner Inc.

Architect: Christner Inc. Interior Designer: Christner Inc. Mechanical Engineer: Jarrell Mecahnical Contractors Electrical Engineer: Kaiser Electric Contractor: ISC Contracting Owner: Sansone Group LEED Consultant: Christner Inc. Project Size: 14,913 sq. ft. Total Project Cost: $690,000 Cost Per Square Foot: $46 Photographs Courtesy of: Christner Inc.

ABOUT CHRISTNER Christner is a St. Louis-based architectural practice. We offer architecture, interior and graphic design, landscape architecture, urban design, and strategic facility and campus master planning. With 50 years in business, we are recognized for design excellence, innovative methods, and sustainable solutions. We are deeply engaged in the healthcare and education markets and also serve a diverse range of local clients.

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USGBC is the nation’s foremost coalition of leaders from across the building industry. Missouri Gateway Chapter members represent all segments of the building industry and work together to promote buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work.

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LEED PROJECT PROFILE

COLUMBIA FIRE STATION #7 COLUMBIA, MISSOURI

50%

reduction in water

efficient landscaping.

50%

construction waste management

diverted from disposal.

Daylight and views for

90%

of spaces.

LEED® Facts COLUMBIA FIRE STATION #7 Columbia, Missouri LEED for New Construction Certification awarded, 2010

Silver

33*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design

6/14 2/5 9/17 5/13 9/15 2/5

*Out of a possible 69 points, LEED v2.2 The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE COLUMBIA FIRE STATION #7

SILVER Certified for Green Design. Many sustainable features. PROJECT BACKGROUND In 2006, The City of Columbia commissioned PWArchitects Inc. to design a replacement for the existing aging Fire Station No. 7 with the goal of achieving LEED Silver Certification. PWA employed many sustainable features used in a previous fire station prototype. Fire Station #7 is occupied continuously by three (3) shifts of three (3) staff but meets the needs of up to 8 firefighters per shift. To meet the needs of the round-the-clock staff, the program includes restrooms with showers, an exercise room, kitchen / dining / living space, dormitory sleeping area, offices, storage and laundry rooms. The west side of the station houses an apparatus bay large enough to house three fire trucks, a work room, as well as associated storage and mechanical rooms.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS PWA had employed many sustainable features in the previous prototype that allowed the project to move easily into adopting the LEED guidelines. A new site for the station permitted the use of many new storm water management techniques such a bio-retention pond and rain garden along with the ability to employ low water use native plantings. A large amount of recycled content materials and certified wood products were used as well as a construction waste recycling program. • Porous concrete paving for storm water collection. • Rain garden and bio-retention basin for cleansing storm water runoff. • Native landscape design minimizing the need for irrigation. • Use of certified wood for rough carpentry, doors, cabinetry and trim. • Extensive use of regionally available materials for the project from concrete to roofing. • Extensive use of recycled content materials throughout. • Material reuse from existing Fire station No. 7. • Ground source heat pumps for heating and air conditioning. • Passive solar design elements such as clerestory windows, proper solar orientation, and operable windows.

ABOUT PWARCHITECTS PWArchitects, Inc. has maintained a mid- Missouri presence working with public and private institutions in our region for thirty-eight years. Offering sustainable architecture and a wide range of services for various building types, PWA interweaves aesthetics, economy, and scheduling to fulfill the needs and desires of our clients.

Owner: City of Columbia, Missouri Architect: PWArchitects Civil Engineer: Trabue, Hansen & Hinshaw, Inc. Contractor: GBH Builders, Inc. Photographs Courtesy of: PWArchitects, Inc. Project Size: 7,900 GSF Total Project Cost: $2,011,700 Cost Per Square Foot: $255

PWA has been a leader in the sustainable development movement since the U.S. Department of Energy award in 1977. With LEED® Accredited Professionals on staff, PWA strives to meet the needs of our clients while incorporating sustainable design into all of our projects. Through collaboration and teamwork, we work closely with our clients to form strategies that reduce energy usage, conserve water, minimize waste and promote the health and satisfaction of a building’s users and visitors.

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LEED PROJECT PROFILE

COLUMBIA FIRE STATION #9 COLUMBIA, MISSOURI

35%

increased levels of energy

performance above the baseline.

50%

construction waste management

diverted from disposal.

Daylight and views for

90%

of spaces.

LEED® Facts COLUMBIA FIRE STATION #9 Columbia, Missouri LEED for New Construction Certification awarded, 2009

Gold

39*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design

5/14 2/5 9/17 7/13 11/15 5/5

LEED PROJECT PROFILE COLUMBIA FIRE STATION #9

GOLD Certified for Leadership in Sustainable Design. Many sustainable features. PROJECT BACKGROUND The City of Columbia commissioned PWArchitects Inc. in 2007 to design Fire Station No. 9 at 201 Blue Ridge Rd. in Columbia, MO to improve and maintaining response times in north-central Columbia. Fire Station #9 is occupied continuously by three (3) shifts of three (3) staff, but can meet the needs of up to 8 firefighters per shift. Amenities include restrooms with showers, an exercise room, kitchen / dining / living space, dormitory , sleeping area, offices, storage and laundry rooms. The west side of the station is an apparatus bay side large enough to house three fire trucks, a work room, as well as associated storage and mechanical rooms.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS • Includes bicycle parking, showers and changing facilities which enable bicycle commuting. • The site design manages the quality of the storm water runoff via a rain garden and bioswale landscaped with native plants . • Native landscaping saves water by eliminating the need for irrigation systems. • Use of cellulose insulation, geothermal heat pumps, a high-efficiency energy recovery unit for ventilation, high-efficiency water heater, interior and exterior high-efficiency lighting, & shaded south facing glazing work together for overall building energy efficiency. • Recycled materials (post-industrial and post-consumer) make up over 20% of the total project material cost . • Regional materials (materials both extracted and manufactured within 500 miles of Columbia) make up over 70% of the total project material cost. • Of the wood products used on the project, over 60% were FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) Certified. • All of the adhesives, sealants, paints, coatings & carpet installed on the building interior are low-VOC or no-VOC, reducing the amount of harmful, some even carcinogenic chemicals that can off-gas into the building’s interior. • All of the wood and agrifiber products installed on the interior of the building contain no ureaformaldehyde resins, a chemical known to cause respiratory irritation, asthma, and may cause cancer.

Owner: City of Columbia, Missouri Architect: PWArchitects Civil Engineer: Trabue, Hansen & Hinshaw, Inc. Contractor: Little Dixie Construction Co. Photographs Courtesy of: PWArchitects, Inc. Project Size: 7,767 GSF Total Project Cost: $1,600,000 Cost Per Square Foot: $206

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LEED PROJECT PROFILE

COMMERCE BANK O’FALLON, MO

97.9% 37.7% 25.7%

construction waste diverted

water use reduction

energy efficiency over baseline

LEED® Facts Commerce Bank O’Fallon, Missouri LEED for Retail-NC Pilot Version 1.0 Certification awarded July 27, 2009

[Certified] Certified] [29] Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design

5/16 2/5 6/17 4/14 9/14 3/5

*Out of a possible 70 points The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE Commerce Bank – O’Fallon, MO

First LEED Certified Banking Facility in Missouri

Commerce Bancshares operates as Commerce Bank in approximately 360 locations across Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, Oklahoma and Colorado.

“Commerce Bank’s LEED certification demonstrates tremendous green building leadership. The urgency of USGBC’s mission has challenged the industry to move faster and reach further than ever before, and Commerce Bank’s O’Fallon branch serves as a prime example with just how much we can accomplish.”

The Bank has a history of continually improving the base prototype of its branch facilities. The O’Fallon Banking Center is the latest in the evolution of that prototype. It is the intent of the corporation to utilize the sustainable strategies employed on this project on all future facilities.

Rick Fedrizzi USGBC Council President, CEO & founding Chair

Commerce Bank goes GREEN PROJECT BACKGROUND Missouri-based Commerce Bancshares, Inc. is a registered bank holding company offering a diversified line of financial services, including business and personal banking, wealth management and estate planning and investments through its affiliated companies.

This banking center occupies what was previously an empty gravel lot – and formerly the site of the City Hall. A note of interest to both the bank and the city is that this site – prior to housing the City Hall – actually boasted the first bank in O’Fallon. It has been exciting to return the site to what it once was, while introducing evolving sustainable building technologies. The project is the first LEED Certified banking facility in Missouri. The project was certified under the LEED-NC Retail Program.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS LEED certification of Commerce Bank’s O’Fallon Banking Center was based on a number of green design and construction features that positively impact the project itself and the broader community. These features include: Clerestory windows above the teller and financial services area to help reduce or eliminate the need to use electrical lighting during the day. Energy efficient mechanical and electrical systems, as well as energy-star rated appliances that will use 24% less energy than a typical building. Energy-Star Rated white roof coating was applied to the roofing in order to reduce heat gain in the building. FSC © (Forest Stewardship Council) wood products in all built-in wood cabinetry, wood paneling and trim work; which come from forests that are managed to meet the social, economic and ecological needs of present and future generations. Low-VOC (volatile organic compounds) products, including paints, sealants, adhesives and coatings, to improve the interior environment for Commerce customers and employees. More recycled materials manufactured from recycled products, including carpets, wall covering, plastic laminate, and ceiling tiles. Less waste during construction, nearly 100% of the total construction waste from this building was sent to recycling centers instead of being sent to area landfills.

ABOUT COMMERCE BANK Commerce Bank is a subsidiary of Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBSH), a $19.6 billion regional bank holding company. For more than 140 years, Commerce Bank has been meeting the financial service needs of individuals and businesses throughout the Midwest region. Commerce Bank provides a diversified line of financial services, including business and personal banking, wealth management, financial planning, and investments through its affiliated companies. Commerce Bank operates in more than 360 locations in the Central United States. Commerce Banchsares also has operating subsidiaries involved in mortgage banking, leasing, credit-related insurance, venture capital and real estate activities. © 2010 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 nonprofit corporation.

Architect and Interior Architect: Arcturis Owner: Commerce Bancshares, Inc. General Contractor: Lawlor Corporation Structural Engineer: kpff Consulting Engineers Civil Engineer: Bax Engineering MEP Engineer: Solutions AEC Commissioning Agent: Clayco Corporation Photographs Courtesy of: Arcturis

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CORTEX ONE St. Louis, MO

60%

Construction waste diverted from area Landfills

100%

Permanent CO2 sensors and control system

One of only 4 projects in the world to qualify for

LEED CS

Pre-certification at

about the 50% Construction Point.

LEED® Facts CORTEX ONE St. Louis, MO LEED for Core & Shell v1.0 Pilot Certification awarded May 25, 2006

Certified

27*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency

6/15 1/5

Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources

4/14 5/9

Indoor Environmental Quality

8/12

Innovation & Design

3/5

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LEED PROJECT PROFILE CORTEX ONE High Tech Research Incubator with a Responsible Footprint PROJECT BACKGROUND As part of an effort to develop the biotech and life sciences incubator industry, speculative office, laboratory, and research buildings are being built in midtown St. Louis for CORTEX, The Center of Research, Technology and Entrepreneurial Expertise. The non-profit ownership group is comprised of Washington University, Saint Louis University, the BarnesJewish Hospital Foundation, University of Missouri-St. Louis and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Project sites are located in a densely populated urban area undergoing revitalization.

“CORTEX sought to create a catalyst for an evolving bio-tech corridor. The on-time, on-budget performance of the Clayco designbuild team is a beautiful manifestation of that vision.” Michael C. Convy President Convy Group, LLC

The CORTEX One Building is a 165,000 square foot, 3 story facility that was completed in 2006. The project features flexible interior and atrium lobby spaces, site-cast concrete tiltwall panels, energy efficient central chilled water, heating plant and exhaust systems, redundant electrical services with standby power, laboratory gas system, central vacuum and compressed air systems.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS The CORTEX One building is the first phase in the development of the research district. All buildings are planned to contain a mix of wet and dry lab, research, office, and commercial space as well as support infrastructure. The projects will be located within an area between St. Louis’ two major medical school campuses with a goal of creating a biomedical science ―cluster.‖ The CORTEX buildings will complement existing university and hospital uses, housing, professional services and an expanding technology incubator — all in a thriving urban neighborhood. Developing the building’s layout and systems to accommodate tenant needs proved to be one of the biggest challenges of the project. The design and construction team worked very hard to develop creative methods to maintain construction budgets and needs, while allowing flexibility in design to support tenants as they grow within the community. Currently, the building is nearly fully occupied and tenant needs have been met by efficient architectural layouts, prudent systems sizing and capacity, and backbone installations sized for growth. From the outset, the ownership group chose to pursue LEED certification for the project to set the CORTEX One facility apart from other similar research buildings and to attract the best researchers to the area. Achieving LEED certification with the initial building has set a trend for all future development in this research district. The urban location, high efficiency central plant baseline scope, and high performance building envelope of the CORTEX One project helped to achieve many of the LEED credits at no cost or impact, even with a fast track project approach. In addition, the project was able to qualify for LEED CS Pre-Certification, at about the 50% construction point. Precertification helped attract top researchers to consider CORTEX . Sustainable accomplishments of the project include: •Use of native and adaptive landscaping in addition to high efficiency irrigation systems and controls, greatly reducing domestic water needs. •Highly reflective roofing materials reducing heat island effect. •High efficiency, central plant systems including use of environmentally friendly, CFC – free refrigerants. •Carbon dioxide sensors throughout the building to monitor air quality. •Use of low off-gassing finish materials with regional and recycled content value.

ABOUT CORTEX CORTEX, the Center of Research, Technology & Entrepreneurial Exchange, is a non-profit organization that buys and develops real estate to attract biotech start-up companies. Since 2003, CORTEX has acquired over 185-acres in St Louis. The organization is a collaboration of Washington University, St Louis University, the Barnes-Jewish Hospital Foundation, the University of Missouri-St Louis, and the Missouri Botanical Garden. © c2010 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 non-profit corporation.

Architect of Record: Forum Studio Builder: Clayco Carpentry: Legacy Building Group Civil Engineer: Stock & Associates Commissioning Agent: Solutions AEC Design Architect: HOK Developer: Convy Group, LLC Electrical Design/Build: Payne Crest Energy Modeler: HJ Kessler Interior Designer: Forum Studio Landscape Architect: Waldbart & Sons LEED/Sustainability Consultant: Clayco Lighting Designer: Payne Crest Mechanical Design/Build: Icon Mechanical Structural Engineer: Alper Audi, Inc. Plumbing Design/Build: Icon Mechanical Owner: Washington University, Saint Louis University, the Barnes-Jewish Hospital Foundation, University of Missouri-St. Louis and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Photo Credit: Dale VonDonselaar/Dale Photographic

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CROSSROADS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL ST. LOUIS, MO

96% 66% 37%

construction /demolition waste diversion

site restoration of native planting

projected energy efficiency using modeling

LEED® Facts Crossroads College Preparatory School St. Louis, MO LEED New Construction v2.2 Certification awarded January 13, 2010

Platinum Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design

55* 12/14 4/5 14/17 9/13 11/15 5/5

*Out of a possible 69 points

LEED PROJECT PROFILE CROSSROADS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL

LEEDing the way into the 21st Century A Commitment to Sustainability PROJECT BACKGROUND In 2006, an increase in enrollment prompted the Crossroads College Prep Board of Trustees to examine options for adding to and renovating their existing space. In planning the renovation project, the Trustees committed to: • Providing the best possible learning environment

• • • •

“Construction projects aren’t usually fun. The LEED integrated team structure made this project a joy and the process was invaluable in keeping us focused on creating the best possible learning environment for our students.”

Integrating the building into the science curriculum Demonstrating economic feasibility, energy efficiency, and sustainability in a school renovation Using the building as a sustainability resource and community learning tool

Susan B. Lanigan, Chair Crossroads College Prep Board of Trustees

Achieving Platinum LEED certification

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS Assembling an integrated and experienced project team that believed in the building and had a strong desire to find the full potential of this project was critical to the project’s success. Through the combined design and construction knowledge of the team, and led by the vision of the school board, the team found innovative ways to employ strategies that allowed us to achieve LEED Platinum certification at little additional cost to construction. Recycling, reuse and regionally-sourced materials were a part of the project team’s core beliefs. In the renovated portion of the project, over 99% of the existing building, including structural walls, floors and, roof, was retained. Over 95% of the construction and demolition waste was carefully diverted from the landfill by way of recycling centers and reuse. Concrete, asphalt, cardboard, drywall, and scrap wood were recycled. In addition, old ceiling tiles and other building finishes were donated to Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore and a local church and school. Study carrels in the renovation were removed and reinstalled following construction, preserving materials as well as a favorite student hangout. Finally, one of the greenest parts of this project was the use of previously donated new carpet for the library. Not only did this save a large amount of material from the landfill, but it was budget friendly (free) and serendipitously Green Label Plus Certified! The design and construction team focused on providing the students and staff with excellent indoor environmental quality. The ventilation system was designed to incorporate an outdoor air delivery monitoring system. High performance glazing allowed for the provision of views to the outdoors and a comfortable level of natural daylight for the building’s occupants while positively effecting the building’s energy efficiency. All of the contractors working on site followed a stringent no or low-VOC policy as well as a Construction Indoor Air Quality Management program during construction. The project team also scrutinized possible sources of indoor chemicals and pollutants, designing and building the project to minimize these contaminants and testing afterwards for strict indoor air standard compliance. Indoor environmental quality provided for the school’s staff, students, and visitors is the freshest and healthiest possible, benefitting all who enter the doors at Crossroads College Preparatory School.

Architect: Architect TR,i Architects Civil Engineer: Engineer William Tao and Associates Commissioning Agent: Agent Heideman |Associates, Inc. Contractor: Contractor Lawlor Corporation Developer: Developer McCormack Baron Salazar Landscape Architect: Architect Landscape Technologies LEED/Sustainability Consultant: Consultant Vertegy Lighting Designer: Designer William Tao and Associates MEP Engineer: Engineer William Tao and Associates Owner: Owner Crossroads College Preparatory School Structural Engineer: Engineer Ibrahim Engineering Project Size: Size Renovation = 18,047 sq. ft. Addition = 9,079 sq. ft. Total Project Cost: $5,508,000 ($203/sq. ft.) Photographs Courtesy of: TRi

ABOUT CROSSROADS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Crossroads College Preparatory School (CCPS) is proud to be the only independent, co-ed, nondenominational college preparatory school in the City of St. Louis serving grades 7 through 12. CCPS is committed to racial, cultural and socioeconomic diversity. Forty-three percent of the students are children of color and forty-five percent receive financial aid. Representing more than 60 zip codes, our students represent geographically diverse sampling of the St. Louis Region. © 2010 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 nonprofit corporation.

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Des Peres Centre DES PERES, MO

85% 91% 37%

of Existing Building Shell Reused

Construction Waste Diverted from Landfill

Energy Reduction from HVAC Design

LEED® Facts Des Peres Centre Des Peres, MO LEED Core and Shell Development v2009 Certification awarded January 5, 2012

Gold

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design

61*

17/30 2/10 22/37 13/ 15 5/ 12 2/6

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Des Peres Centre New Life for a Vacant Center PROJECT BACKGROUND Built in 1964, the Des Peres Centre formerly contained a Schnucks supermarket and several smaller tenants. When the Schnucks store relocated to a new building down the street, The DESCO Group was left with vacancies in the large tenant space and half of the smaller spaces. After reviewing several different options for the center, they chose to renovate the center rather than tear it down. At that time The DESCO Group also decided to seek LEED certification for the project. According to Franklin Sears, Director of Design and Construction, “This decision gave us the opportunity to do something significant and sustainable for the community while also making good economic sense.”

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS Once the decision was made to pursue LEED certification for the Des Peres Centre the design team evaluated the different certification programs. Since work inside the building shell would be controlled by the individual tenants, the Core and Shell Development program was selected. The project team developed a design that reused most of the existing shell and structure. The decision was made to remove and rebuild nearly the entire building front. This approach preserved much of the structure while allowing a new look for the center and reusing over 85% of the existing shell and building structure. The replacement of the roofing provided an opportunity to increase the roof insulation over the building and meet an increased energy efficiency project goal. The building envelope was improved further by replacing the existing single pane storefront system with insulated glass units in a thermally broken frame system. Energy efficiency was also increased by replacing the existing HVAC units with high efficiency air handling units resulting in a 37% reduction of energy use. The HVAC system also includes CO2 monitors to help ensure good air quality for the occupants. During the construction, the contractor diverted 91% of generated waste from the landfill. Concrete and masonry debris were crushed and used as fill on other projects. A large quantity of vinyl composition tile from the former supermarket was broken up and used to fill old utility trenches inside the building. Other sustainable design principles of the project include: Highly reflective roofing materials to reduce the heat island effect. High efficiency landscape irrigation system. Reduction in parking capacity to reduce the amount of paved surfaces on site. Use of regional materials with a high recycled content. Preparation of sustainable design and construction guidelines for the tenants, outlining advantages to following sustainable design principles.

ABOUT THE DESCO GROUP

“We are excited to receive certification at such a high level for our first LEED project. It is a sign of DESCO’s commitment to sustainable design. The project is a result of two years of effort by our team”. Franklin Sears, Director of Design and Construction for The DESCO Group Architect: Kuhlmann design Group, Inc Civil Engineer: Cole and Associates Commissioning Agent: Heidemann Associates Contractor: Pinnacle Contracting Owner/Developer: The DESCO Group Structural/Plumbing Engineer: Kuhlmann design Group, Inc Landscape Architect: Baxter Farms LEED/Sustainability Consultant: Walsh Sustainability Group Electrical Engineer/Lighting Designer: Kuhlmann design Group, Inc Mechanical /MEP Engineer: Kuhlmann design Group, Inc

Project Size: 67,000 sq. ft. Total Project Cost: $3,610,000 (~$54/sq. ft.) Photographs Courtesy of: KdG

Founded in 1993 and led by CEO Mark Schnuck, DESCO provides comprehensive development, construction management, property management and brokerage services in more than a dozen states. DESCO’s development activities have included historic landmark renovations, regional shopping centers, medical office space, office parks and urban/suburban renewal projects. Driving an area’s economic engine with innovative developments is one of DESCO’s specialties . © 2010 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 nonprofit corporation.

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EMERSON GLOBAL DATA CENTER Ferguson, MO

13%

phase one electricity from on-site photovoltaic array

31%

improved process energy performance over baseline

80%

construction waste diverted from landfills

LEED® Facts EMERSON GLOBAL DATA CENTER Ferguson, MO LEED for New Construction v2.2 Certification awarded February 12, 2010

Gold

40*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency

8/14 2/5

Energy & Atmosphere 8/17 Materials & Resources 6/13 Indoor Environmental Quality 12/15

Innovation & Design

4/5

*Out of a possible 69 points

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LEED PROJECT PROFILE EMERSON GLOBAL DATA CENTER

Creating a more energy-efficient data center “Energy Logic” as a path toward lower power usage

PROJECT BACKGROUND This project involves the design and construction of a 35,000-square-foot Tier 3 data center on Emerson’s St. Louis headquarters campus. The project features an initial build-out of 6,000 square feet of raised data floor, with accompanying “A” and “B” side mechanical, electrical, UPS, and battery rooms. A small office area accommodating 12 people stretches along the northeast side of the facility, parallel with the main drive to the building.

“The LEED Gold certification – a rare designation for a data center – is a significant validation of Emerson’s commitment to energy efficiency and environmental responsibility.” Emerson Chairman and Chief Executive Officer David N. Farr

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS A data center uses a tremendous amount of process energy (electricity) to power the servers and other computing equipment and keep them cool. Realizing this, Emerson sought to design and construct the most energy-efficient data center possible. Key to this strategy is the incorporation of all 10 of Emerson Network Power’s “Energy Logic” strategies. Energy Logic is a vendor-neutral system of reducing process energy consumption in a data center. Select strategies include energy-efficient supplemental cooling strategies, delivering higher voltage power to the servers, using variable capacity cooling, and server virtualization. The Emerson data center performs 31% better in terms of energy efficiency than a similar data center not incorporating these strategies. The project features a 7,800-square-foot, 550-module, 100kW photovoltaic array. The wedge-shaped array is mounted on the roof, tilted at a 10 degree angle, and rotated from the building’s structural grid to take advantage of a due south orientation. This power is fed directly into the “B” side electrical system and used on the data floor. The array has been providing over 13% of electrical power during initial use. The project also achieved savings by mounting the cooling condensers on the roof, directly above the computer room air-conditioning units (CRACs). This arrangement saved more than 2 miles of copper pipe and kept condenser pads off the adjacent green space.

ABOUT EMERSON Emerson is a diversified global manufacturing and technology company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Emerson offers a wide range of products and services in its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and tools and storage businesses. Recognized widely for its engineering capabilities and management excellence, Emerson has approximately 127,700 employees and 240 manufacturing locations worldwide.

Architect and Interior Designer: Fox Architects Civil Engineer: Berutti & Associates Commissioning Agent: Technology Site Planners Contractor: Musick Construction Co. LEED/Sustainability Consultant: Fox Architects MEP Engineer: Clive Samuels and Associates Structural Engineer: KPFF Consulting Engineers Owner: Emerson Photographs Courtesy of: Fox Architects

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ENTERPRISE HOLDINGS ST. LOUIS CONTACT CENTER ST. LOUIS, MO

36% 65%

savings on lighting power

use of regionally

manufactured products

23%

of materials include recycle content

LEED® Facts Enterprise Holdings St. Louis Contact Center St. Louis, MO LEED for Commercial Interiors v2.0 Certification awarded July 28, 2009

Certified

24*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere

1/7 1/2 6/14

Materials & Resources

4/14 Indoor Environmental Quality 7/17 Innovation & Design 5/5 *Out of a possible [59] points The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE ENTERPRISE HOLDINGS ST. LOUIS CONTACT CENTER A Better Environment for Employee’s, To Better Serve Our Customer’s

PROJECT BACKGROUND The Contact Center receives reservations, customer service and roadside assistance calls for Alamo Rent A Car, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental customers. Billing, receipting, rate and database management functions are also handled by employees at this location. The project site is located within a 144,000 square foot warehouse and manufacturing facility originally built in the early 1950’s to house the Continental Can Company, which produced a wide variety of metal containers. Around the year 2000, the building was renovated and an environmental cleanup occurred. Enterprise Holdings, Apria Healthcare and SAIC became the first tenants. The LEED certified space is 65,927 square foot of an open office environment housing the actual call center function. The other spaces are used for administrative and training support for the contact center. The contact center is a 24/7 operation, which is unique to other LEED projects where energy use was a key reason to employ efficiency strategies. Other ideas formulated during programming made the decision to use LEED rating systems easy.

“This was the second LEED CI project for Enterprise Holdings and our general contractor, and it was the first for many members of the design team and most of the subcontractors. Everyone approached the project with enthusiasm, an open attitude and a desire to grow their knowledge in this area. This project demonstrated that consistent communication, detailed information, and accurate record keeping are all keys to LEED success.”

Daniel M. Raftery, LEED AP BD+C Real Estate Project Manager Enterprise Holdings

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS Early programming found that among the top ten “wish list” items were: thermal comfort, noise reduction, enhanced lighting, a relaxing break room environment, additional restrooms and security. The engineers at William Tao and Associates, HOK lighting and SM&W Acoustics took Enterprise Holdings programming findings and worked with Arcturis to create a first class facility befitting an international, multi-billion dollar rental car corporation. The design was carefully implemented by the general contractor Landco Construction, insuring that construction management techniques adhered to LEED’s indoor air quality standards throughout the project. Landco also kept a close eye on material selection and handling and managed the recycling program required during construction. Some of the green friendly features are: •Location was a Brownfield site and is within walking distance of several residential areas and public transportation. •Carpooling to the site is encouraged. •30% savings on overall water use •No CFC’s were added to the project. •Optimized HVAC efficiency and thermal comfort. •The building is 100% smoke free and used low VOC materials during construction. •Employed acoustical design technologies to provide speech and occupancy privacy. •Housekeeping uses 100% green cleaning products. Due to the sedentary nature of a call center environment, Enterprise Holdings also employed health and wellness strategies into the facility. An indoor walking track, wellness room, an inviting break room, a nursing/migraine room, and locker rooms where integrated directly into the space.

ABOUT ENTERPRISE HOLDINGS Enterprise Holdings operates Alamo Rent A Car and National Car Rental, as well as its flagship Enterprise Rent-A-Car brand. Its worldwide network includes more than 7,700 neighborhood and airport locations. The Alamo, Enterprise and National brands collectively lead the car rental industry with more than onethird of all airport business in the United States and Canada. Further, Enterprise has ranked “Highest in Rental Car Customer Satisfaction” among North American airport rentals for the last seven years in a row, according to the 2004-2010 J.D. Power and Associates Rental Car Satisfaction Studies. Enterprise Holdings owns and operates more than 1 million cars and trucks, making it the largest car rental company in the world measured by revenue, employees and fleet. Ranked No. 17 on the Forbes “Top 500 Private Companies in America” list, Enterprise Holdings is owned by the Taylor family and headquartered in St. Louis. Enterprise Holdings offers business and retail customers a total transportation solution, which includes hourly rental, car leasing, WeCar car sharing and Enterprise Rideshare vanpooling programs, as well as the Enterprise Car Sales and Enterprise Commercial Trucks business lines

Architect and Interior Designer: Arcturis Commissioning Agent: Clayco Contractor: Landco Construction Electrical Engineer: William Tao & Associates Landscape Architect: Arcturis LEED/Sustainability Consultant: Arcturis Lighting Designer: HOK MEP Engineer: William Tao & Associates Structural Engineer: Cowell Engineering Photographs Courtesy of: Christine Ramsdell, Enterprise Holdings Inc.

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ENTERPRISE FLEET MANAGEMENT MAPLEWOOD, MO

50% 85%

water use reduction

furniture and furnishings

reused

63%

construction waste diverted from landfill

LEED® Facts Enterprise Fleet Management Maplewood, MO

LEED for Commercial Interiors Pilot Certification awarded May 5, 2005

Silver

27*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere

2/7 2/2 7/14

Materials & Resources

5/14 Indoor Environmental Quality 7/15 Innovation & Design 4/5 *Out of a possible 57 points

LEED PROJECT PROFILE ENTERPRISE FLEET MANAGEMENT A Sustainable Initiative, Creates A Road to the Future PROJECT BACKGROUND Enterprise Fleet Management, a full –service fleet management business for companies with mid-size fleets, is a division of Enterprise Holding. The 30,000 square foot project site was originally a warehouse and manufacturing location housed in a mixed-use facility that incorporated office and industrial businesses. Enterprise Fleet Management sought to participate in the LEED CI pilot program to incorporate and support sustainable building practices for the company. The owner of the property, Sunnen Product Company, was supportive of the sustainable transformation into a corporate environment

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS

“We wanted to provide a positive working environment. Our employees spend a lot of time in this building and we wanted to make sure they understood that we truly care about them and want them to feel good about working here.” Bob Schurwan, Ph.D., Vice President of Enterprise Fleet Management

Enterprise Fleet Management’s primary focus for this project was to create a good working environment for the employees while being good stewards to the community and the environment. “The LEED CI pilot program offered a way to track our ability to reach these goals,” said Christine Ramsdell, Enterprise Holding’s Manager of Space Planning & Design. “The original objective was to achieve basic certification, but we quickly discovered that with a little more research and cooperation, a silver rating was accessible without increasing cost.” LEED CI was a new concept to the entire team on this project. Everyone involved was eager to learn more about this innovative direction. Some were skeptical because it was a new way to approach construction. For example, the additional steps it took to win the plumbing variance for the water-free urinals through the city were extraordinary, but worth the time involved. For most, the results were better than anticipated. Enterprise learned that most of the sustainable practices recommended by LEED can be implemented in every project. Enterprise now requires many of the same sustainable practices learned from this project to be implemented on future construction projects. Water reduction, energy efficiency, use of low or no-VOC materials and waste diversions are essential, no cost decisions that are easy to build into all processes. Ramsdell said “Being sustainable is not difficult, it just takes a commitment to doing the right thing and addressing those areas of the world we touch with our business.

ABOUT ENTERPRISE FLEET MANAGEMENT A full-service fleet management business for companies with mid-size fleets, Enterprise Fleet Management supplies most makes and models of cars, light- and medium-duty trucks and service vehicles across the United States. Enterprise Fleet Management is owned by the Taylor Family of St. Louis, who also own and operate Enterprise Holdings the most comprehensive service provider in the car rental industry, operating Alamo Rent A Car and National Car Rental, as well as its flagship Enterprise Rent-A-Car brand. Its worldwide network includes more than 7,700 neighborhood and airport car rental locations, with 6,000 offices located within 15 miles of 90 percent of the U.S. population. With 58 fully-staffed offices nationwide, Enterprise Fleet Management has been recognized with the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) “Blue Seal of Excellence” award for 13 consecutive years, an industry record. In addition to winning the 2009 American Business Award for Environmental Responsibility Program of the Year, Enterprise Fleet Management supports a comprehensive set of environmental initiatives that includes helping customers purchase verifiable greenhouse gas emission offsets by pledging to match a portion of each customer’s greenhouse gas offset purchases up to a total match of $1 million.

Architect: Christner Inc. Commissioning Agent: Heideman Associates Contractor: Landco Construction Developer: Sunnen Product Company & Cozad Group Electrical Engineer: American Electric & Data Interior Designer: Christner Inc. LEED/Sustainability Consultant: Christner Inc. Mechanical Engineer: C & R Mechanical Owner (Tenant): Enterprise Fleet Management Plumbing Engineer: Wachter Plumbing Project Size: 30,000 sq. ft. Photographs Courtesy of: Christine Ramsdell

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Frieze Harley-Davidson Full-Line Dealership O’ Fallon, IL

35% 44% 50%

Recycled Materials

Regional Materials

Water Efficiency Improvement-Landscape

LEED® Facts Frieze Harley Davidson Full-Line Dealership O’ Fallon, IL LEED New Construction v 2.2 Certification awarded June 19, 2008

Gold

40*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design

8/14 4/5 5/17 9/13 9/15 5/5

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Frieze Harley-Davidson Full-Line Dealership First Gold LEED Certified Harley-Davidson Building in Nation PROJECT BACKGROUND Frieze Harley-Davidson Full-Line Dealership is the first Gold LEED Certified Harley-Davidson building in the nation. As an international corporation, Harley-Davidson promotes a philosophy of sustainability and environmental friendliness. After all, Harley-Davidson sells fun, experienced in the great outdoors. Virginia Frieze immediately understood the value of her new headquarters building having the LEED distinction, both in an environmental and marketing aspect. She has received national recognition for her commitment. The 33,000 square foot building, set on a 13 acre site, incorporates the motorcycle showroom, parts and accessories retail, customer services, over a dozen technical/maintenance bays, administration and inventory storage. A large outdoor plaza serves as additional showroom and events gathering space.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS The building’s design is unlike any other Harley-Davidson in the nation, in that it moves away from the warehouse style to new contemporary lines representing speed, movement and hot sales. It provides a perfect canvas to incorporate and display sustainable opportunities and equipment for public education. Approaching the site, a 50 foot tall wind turbine is located in a natural landscape. The building is constructed of Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) providing a tight super insulated and durable wall system. The Walls are dressed with masonry and Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS) finishes. The Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) roof and concrete parking lot positively address the Heat Island Effect while offering exceptional resistance to ultraviolet exposure. Servicing motorcycles regularly provides the unique opportunity to recycle used motor oil. During the oil change, the oil is stored in an on-site tank which powers a boiler that provides radiant floor heat to the service bays. Solatubes are plentiful throughout the building, including in the service bays and retail showroom. On bright days, the artificial light fixtures power down to fifty percent. Other strategies include:

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Optimized Energy Performance 21% Construction Waste Diversion 50% Recycled Content 35% Regional Material Use 44% Daylight and Views 75%

“This is a true team effort and I hope it inspires our neighbors and HarleyDavidson dealers across the country to build green buildings.” Virginia Frieze, Owner of Frieze HarleyDavidson Full-Line Dealership Architect: Gary L. Karasek; U-Studios Incorporated Civil Engineer: Thouvenot Wade and Moerchen Commissioning Agent: Vertegy Contractor: Trumpet Builders LLC Owner/Developer: Virginia Frieze, Frieze HarleyDavidson Interior Designer: Gary Karasek Landscape Architect: Acorn Landscaping LEED /Sustainability Consultant: Vertegy Lighting Designer: Karasek/Solutions AEC MEP Engineer: Solutions AEC Structural Engineer: Ox2 Engineering; Scott O’Neill Project Size: 33,000 sq. ft. Photographs Courtesy of: Gary Karasek

ABOUT FRIEZE HARLEY-DAVIDSON FULL-LINE DEALERSHIP Frieze Harley-Davidson has been in business since 1963 and is one of the region’s most successful Harley-Davidson retail and motorcycle sales facilities. The value of sustainability in promotion and education is a philosophical commitment of this organization. © 2010 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 nonprofit corporation.

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GREEN CIRCLE SHOPPING CENTER Springfield, MO

less energy usage than typical similar-sized shopping center

less water usage from rain harvesting & high efficiency fixtures

lighting cost reduction from photosensitive day lighting design

LEED® Facts

Green Circle Shopping Center Springfield, MO LEED Core and Shell v2.2 Certification awarded Jan 16, 2008

Platinum

46*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design

12/15 5/5 10/14 5/11 9/11 5/5

*Out of a possible 61 points

LEED PROJECT PROFILE GREEN CIRCLE SHOPPING CENTER - SPRINGFIELD, MO

Eco-Friendly Shopping Center Appeals to Customers & Tenants PROJECT BACKGROUND Green Circle is the first shopping center in the country to achieve LEED Platinum status. Prior to Green Circle, Springfield featured only pre-manufactured strip malls. Green Circle was built and detailed around the LEED system. For example, the site location was chosen with the intention of preserving as many trees and as much green space as possible. Additionally, its footprint is slightly deeper than the area’s 60-foot average to spare a stand of trees at the front of the site.

“Green Circle is built and detailed around the LEED system, almost to the point.” Matthew Edwin Hufft, Project Architect, AIA

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS Structural steel and storefront aluminum contain a high percentage of recycled content, windows are double-glazed, and composite wood cladding meets standards for solar reflectivity. Interior technologies include 40 geothermal wells paired with an energy and heat recovery ventilator, and dual-flush toilets that utilize rainwater collected in a 10,000-gallon rooftop cistern. Other parts of the roof have been planted intensively with indigenous, drought-resistant species and open to the public as a restaurant and green learning center. Matthew Hufft, the Project Architect, said that the project has already done its share of teaching—with the local building department. A pervious concrete parking lot and bioswale system was the hardest sell, so the project team worked with the building department to develop the current system design. From the storm water that enters the property, to the energy saved from utilizing new, sustainable building techniques, each aspect of the building was examined by experts in the field. The buried cistern holds collected rainwater that is used for flushing toilets. The large bank of energy efficient windows lets natural light in yearround, while the angle is designed to take advantage of the passive solar heat gain in the winter. Storm water penetrates the pavement, rather than running off, which helps to recharge the ground water. The rooftop garden insulates the building while minimizing the heat island effect. All of these measures contribute to the site’s success.

Architect: Hufft Projects Civil Engineer: Olsson Associates Contractor: MSB MEP Engineer: Olsson Associates Owner: Green Circle Projects, LLC Project Size: 23.000 sq. ft. Total Project Cost: $3 million ($130/sq. ft.) Photographs Courtesy of: Hufft Projects

Each of these measures not only creates a lighter footprint, it creates a heavier wallet. For instance, the overall cost of energy used is reduced by 70%. The exceptional efficiency of the lot at processing storm water means more retail space, because none of the area had to be sacrificed for a detention pond. Retailers also benefit from the exclusive, eco-chic location. Staff is happier with a daily dose of sunshine inside and natural light promotes a happier shopping experience for consumers as well. As the cost of energy rises, businesses will look at ways to best minimize their bottom line. Reducing operating expenses is a major factor and buildings like Green Circle will have a distinct advantage in their ability to offer more efficient space.

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ABOUT GREEN CIRCLE Before construction of the Green Circle Shopping Center was complete, 100% of the space was leased. With vacancy rates in the Springfield area averaging approximately 20%, this exceeded expectations. With a unique mix of retail stores, an environment is set where the customers of one tenant are invariably the customers of all of the tenants. This internal synergy is a realm of sustainability that has yet to be studied, but is certain to contribute to increased customer flow and sales, as well as healthier tenants.

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HOK HEADQUARTERS ST. LOUIS, MO

98%

of occupants have views to outdoors

Bicycle storage available for

78%

of occupants

LEED® Facts HOK Headquarters St. Louis, MO LEED for Commercial Interiors Certification awarded Oct. 27,2005

Certified Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere

24* 4/4 0/0 4/4

Materials & Resources

5/5 Indoor Environmental Quality 9/9 Innovation & Design 2/2 *Out of a possible 24 points

LEED PROJECT PROFILE HOK HEADQUARTERS

PROJECT BACKGROUND HOK has relocated its corporate and St. Louis office to the seventh floor of the 42-story One Metropolitan Square building in downtown St. Louis. HOK’s new 57,000-square-foot renovated space is 10,000 square feet smaller while at the same time more efficient than the firm’s previous offices. The space has been redesigned to achieve greater working efficiencies and higher levels of sustainability. The design team was challenged to create an open collaborative environment which demonstrated a commitment to making the downtown area a great place to work, a global commitment to sustainable design and the creation of a productive work environment for a design firm.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS HOK’s primary objectives were to encourage collaboration; optimize day lighting; minimize use of materials; and increase staff quality of life. The design maximizes the unique features of the space including the 28’ high sloped roof, the triangular windows and the raw materials of the building. All materials were chosen based on sustainable design principles. The result is an exciting interior space which supports work processes, demonstrates architectural aspects of the space and exemplifies how a building can define and shape exciting interior space.

“This was HOK’s second LEED-CI project (the first was a pilot) and we worked hard to meet internal requirements while maximizing sustainable opportunities. Probably the most satisfying accomplishment was initiating the Met Square building-wide recycling program as a result of our new project! Nearly 5 years after completion, we still get inspired responses from visitors!”

Tim Gaidis, Senior Associate at HOK

Energy: Daylight responsive lighting controls are integrated into open-office luminaries near the perimeter and under the skylights. These controls dim electric lighting when enough day lighting is sensed. Work, huddle, storage and locker room lighting is controlled by occupancy sensors and all lighting is programmed to extinguish during non-business hours (with switch overrides). Materials: In order to minimize the construction of materials, the design maximizes the unique features of the space including the 28’ high sloped roof, the triangular windows and the raw materials of the building. The existing concrete slab was clear-sealed instead of using floor finish material in public circulation areas, gypsum board and ceilings were used sparingly in the few built-out acoustically private spaces, and Homasote was used in lieu of fabric-wrapped tack panels. The design aesthetic of exposed structure and ductwork physically expresses HOK’s desire to minimize material usage. HOK relied on recycled products for essential building materials and limited their transit to a 500-mile radius of St. Louis to conserve fossil fuels. Bamboo was used instead of wood to conserve trees, the carpet was manufactured from recycled soda bottles, the kitchen counter was created with recycled aluminum shavings, and the Homasote panels were created from recycled cardboard. The project diverted 57% of its construction waste, or 602,656 pounds, from the landfill by recycling and donating materials. Indoor Environmental Quality: No one sits more than 35 feet from natural daylight. Two new 25’ X 40’ skylights flood the interior of the space with natural daylight, which is controlled in a computerized louver system which tracks the sun to monitor daylight. Reference space, conferencing the community kitchen are located immediately under and adjacent to the daylit space. The design studios located under the 28’ sloping roof structure have diffused daylight from skylight diffusers and sunscreen on the peaked windows.

ABOUT HOK HOK is a St. Louis-based internationally-recognized architectural firm founded in 1955. HOK’s current staff of more than 2,000 professionals, in a network of 24 offices worldwide, manages planning and design for assignments of any size or scope. Our St. Louis office houses more than 250 professionals and support staff. Our practice includes comprehensive architectural and engineering services and a wide range of related facilities consulting services. HOK’s services include: Architectural Design, Lab Design, Site Planning, Strategic Facility Consulting, Structural Engineering, Facility Programming, Interior Design, Project Management, Graphic Design, Cost Estimating, Landscape Design, Facility Management, Lighting Design, and CAD/Animation. Building Design and Construction’s 2008 survey ranked HOK as the largest architectural/engineering firm; and Engineering News Record’s 2008 survey of top U.S. design firms ranked HOK as the world’s largest Architectural/Engineering firm. Interior Design’s “Top 100 Design Giants” ranks HOK as the second largest interior design firm in the United States. c2010 USGBC- Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 non-profit corporation.

Architect: HOK Commissioning Agent: William Tao & Associates Contractor: ISC Contractors Daylighting Analysis: William Tao & Associates Electrical Engineer: Guarantee Electric Interior Designer: HOK LEED/Sustainability Consultant: HOK Lighting Designer: HOK Mechanical Engineer: Murphy Company MEP Criteria Development: William Tao & Associates Owner: Jones Lange Lasalle Plumbing Engineer: Murphy Company Structural Engineer: HOK Project Size: 56,000 RSF Total Project Cost: $3.6 million Cost per square foot: $65 RSF Photographs Courtesy of: Michele Litvin

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KORTE CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS ST. LOUIS, MO

100% 85% 43%

Green Power offset

Energy Star rated appliances

water use reduction

LEED® Facts

Korte Corporate Headquarters St. Louis, MO LEED Commercial Interiors v2.0 Certification awarded Nov. 18, 2010

Silver

28*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design

3/7 2/2 4/14 5/14 11/17 3/5

*Out of a possible 59 points

LEED PROJECT PROFILE KORTE CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS

Dedication to Sustainable Design A Synthesis of Sensible and Meticulous Techniques PROJECT BACKGROUND The new corporate office for the Korte Company is located in midtown Saint Louis near the historic neighborhoods of Dogtown and The Hill. The site itself was once the location of the Saint Louis Blues hockey arena known as the Checker Dome and prior to that, the Highlands Amusement Park. The design of the building in which the office is located pays homage to the site’s history with its curvilinear façade mimicking a rollercoaster. The offices are located south of Forest Park, the largest urban park in America and immediately west of the Saint Louis Science Center, Forest Park Community College, Saint Louis University High and Barnes Jewish Hospital complex. The urban office park setting is perfect for employees who live nearby and offers a myriad of opportunities for relaxation, exercise, shopping and entertainment near the office. The building is served by Metro transit bus lines. The Metro Link, Saint Louis’ light rail system, has 2 stops approximately 1 mile from the office, allowing employees the opportunity to use public transportation when accessing the urban core of Saint Louis for lunch and sporting events as well as daily commuting alternatives. These amenities, plus the ease of access from two major highways led the Korte Company to choose this location.

“Our mission was to create a workspace that embraced sustainability while providing an aesthetically pleasing work environment for our clients and associates. The use of natural daylight within the office was an integral part of that strategy and was incorporated throughout, accentuating a level of harmony between the interior spaces. I can say that we are very happy residents in our new space.” Todd J. Korte, President & CEO, The Korte Company

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS Designing and constructing the new office space in accordance with the USGBC’s LEED for Commercial Interiors was an easy decision, championed by the CEO, Todd Korte, and Senior Vice President, Dennis Araujo. The space is intended to showcase The Korte Company’s capability in designing and constructing green buildings and interiors. The majority of the space is an open office along the continuous, north facing, curvilinear curtain wall, with views of Forest Park and the Central West End neighborhoods. The ample northern light provides excellent daylight without glare for the staff. The suspended linear indirect light fixtures are equipped with photo-sensors that automatically adjust artificial light levels depending on conditions outside. Almost all private offices have been located in the interior of the space with full height butt glazing and sliding doors to allow maximum light penetration into the offices from the exterior. The few offices that are located on the east and west end of the building have adjustable blinds to control glare and solar gain. Support spaces such as the copy/ print room, server room and storage area are located internally. The interior finishes were selected based on several criteria: recycled content; rapidly renewable material content; durability; indoor air quality contribution and appearance. The “high tech” look and cool feel of the metallic paints, clear butt glazed offices and furniture systems is offset and complimented by the use of bamboo feature walls in the server and conference rooms and bamboo soffits in the open office area. The casework in the support areas of the office uses exposed agri-fiber panels and all cabinetry in the front of the office, as well as the doors, use wheat board cores and bamboo veneers. The furniture systems and seating provide ergonomic work places that do not adversely affect the indoor air quality of the office and are a major design element throughout the office. The Korte Company’s new corporate office is a synthesis of sensible, sustainable design, and meticulous construction techniques and detailing that well communicates our dedication to sustainable design and construction practices to our clients for decades to come.

ABOUT KORTE The Korte Company, founded in 1958, specializes in design-build, construction management and construction services, and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri with offices in Highland, Illinois and Las Vegas, Nevada. The Korte Company is a fully integrated Design-Build general contractor with in-house design, estimating, project management and construction services. The firm’s project expertise includes the design and construction of medical office buildings, warehouse/distribution centers, religious facilities, commercial buildings, schools, recreation centers, office complexes, as well as a variety of projects for federal, state and local government agencies. The Korte Company manages, on average, an excess of $330 million in annual construction volume. © 2010 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 nonprofit corporation.

Architect: The Korte Company Contractor: The Korte Company Developer: Balke-Brown Associates Electrical Engineer: Kaemmerlen Electric Interior Designer: The Korte Company LEED/Sustainability Consultant: Korte Company Mechanical Engineer: Charles E. Jarrell Mechanical Contractors Owner: Balke-Brown Associates Plumbing Engineer: Charles E. Jarrell Mechanical Contractors Project Size: 11,300 sq. ft. Total Project Cost: $1.3 million Photos courtesy of: The Korte Company

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LEWIS & CLARK STATE OFFICE BUILDING Jefferson City, MO

60% 70% 50%

more energy efficient than typical office building

domestic water reduction by rainwater harvest

lighting cost reduction using day lighting

LEED® Facts

Lewis & Clark State Office Building Jefferson City, MO LEED New Construction v2.0 Certification awarded March 13, 2006

Platinum

53*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design

11/14 5/5 15/17 5/13 12/15 5/5

*Out of a possible 69 points

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Lewis & Clark State Office Building Redevelopment Project PROJECT BACKGROUND The 122,000-square-foot Lewis & Clark State Office Building is sited eight blocks from Jefferson City’s downtown. The building is a mixed use urban redevelopment project. The 350 feet by 70 feet footprint size and placement were planned to minimize energy usage and maximize day lighting. The site was chosen from 17 possible locations. The Lewis & Clark building reused bricks from the former women’s prison on several interior surfaces.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS Landscaping includes native indigenous plants, grasses, shrubs and trees that require no additional water other than normal Missouri rainfall levels. A system of drain tiles, bio swales and detention ponds hold rainwater to eliminate damage from storm water runoff. Landscaping maintenance primarily consists of pulling weeds and occasionally, mowing, which is much less labor intensive than traditional landscaping. The building's long and narrow footprint is oriented along a long east-west axis (350 feet), which allows better control of daylight and solar heat gain. The narrow east and west faces (about 70 feet) reduce heat gain from the intense afternoon sun in the summer. In addition, external sun shades over the south-facing windows help reduce the load on the air conditioning system. Internal light shelves just below the clerestory windows reflect light up onto the ceiling and, from there, deep into the building's interior. Sensors throughout the building automatically turn off lights when there is enough natural light. Ceiling-to-waist-level operable windows allow workers to bring in fresh air. Lighting and heating and cooling system designs are expected to reduce the building’s total energy needs by half, based on comparable ASHRAE modeling techniques. There is a 50,000-gallon cistern under the building to catch rainwater, which is filtered and used to flush toilets, conserving 373,850 gallons annually. Waterless urinals eliminate additional water requirements. Chilled water for air conditioning is generated at night and stored in a cistern under the building for use during the day. One hundred and sixty-eight photovoltaic panels produce 21.5 kilowatts of electricity, 2.5 percent of the building’s total electricity usage. Reflective roofing was used to reduce the heat island effect. A raised flooring system, used to reduce waste, will decrease renovation time if tenant needs change. The raised floor also allowed ceilings to be exposed, reducing material costs. Furniture, manufactured through a mandated prison inmate vocational program, meets the Greenguard Indoor Air Quality Standard. Designers used materials throughout that contained no Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) to improve indoor air quality. Project concrete contains 25 percent fly ash and native Missouri wood flooring from sustainable forests was used. Exterior walkways, benches, and landscaping materials are reused demolished building brick.

ABOUT LEWIS & CLARK OFFICE BUILDING The building consolidates several central offices and is the first part of the Jefferson City Correctional Center (JCCC) redevelopment project. Adjacent acreage will provide space for future construction of public and private facilities. The Lewis & Clark building will serve as a link between the JCCC redevelopment to the west and the wooded tract to the east of the building site, which is planned for recreational opportunities. The building houses the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Director's Office, Field Services Division, the Division of Administrative Services, and some programs of the Division of Environmental Quality and Division of State Parks. The building’s name was chosen to honor the Lewis and Clark expedition and their spirit of discovery, diplomacy and stewardship.

“The Lewis and Clark State Office building incorporates numerous elements of sustainable design, which minimizes its impact on the environment. The building was designed to be compatible with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ mission of preserving, protecting, restoring and enhancing Missouri’s natural, cultural and energy resources. The Lewis and Clark State Office Building demonstrates that green buildings are not only good for the environment but also save money in the long run – making it all about the green.” Sara Parker Pauley, Director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources

Architect: BNIM Architects Civil Engineer: SK Design Commissioning Agent: Sys-Tek Contractor: Professional Contractors and Engineers Developer: State of Missouri —Office of Administration Landscape Architect: Conservation Design Forum LEED/Sustainability Consultant: BNIM Architects Environmental Building /Daylight Design/Energy Strategies: ENSAR Group (now RMI/ENSAR Built Environment) Lighting: Clanton Engineering Mechanical Engineer: Smith & Boucher Electrical Engineer: FSC Owner: State of Missouri—Office of Administration Structural Engineer: Structural Engineering Associates Estimator: Construction Cost Systems Project Size: 122,726 sq. ft. Cost Per Square Foot: $147.48/sq. ft. Photographs Courtesy of: Mike Sinclair

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The Lofts of Washington University St. Louis, Missouri

46% 25% 81%

projected energy savings of building’s hot water provided by solar thermal panels

of waste diverted from landfill

LEED® Facts

The Lofts of Washington University St. Louis, Missouri LEED BD+C: New Construction v2009 Certification awarded December 2014

Platinum

84*

Sustainable Sites 22/26 Water Efficiency 5/10 Energy & Atmosphere 29/35 Materials & Resources 7/14 Indoor Environmental Quality 11/15 Innovation & Design 6/6 Regional Priority Credits 4/4 *Out of a possible 110 points The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE LOFTS OF WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

New “Quality of Life” Development is Washington University’s First LEED Platinum Project PROJECT BACKGROUND

Lacking available space on campus for much-needed student housing, Washington University in St. Louis began investigating options to provide off-campus housing for its students. After nearly four years of planning, the Lofts of Washington University opened and is the university’s the most significant investment in off-campus housing to date. Encompassing four buildings on 4.4 acres, Phase 1 provides housing for 414 students, with potential expansion for a fifth building to increase the total student capacity to 600 and provide housing for 75 percent of undergraduates. The development reflects the trend for “quality of life” developments, providing apartment-style living with the security and supervision of university housing, all in a vibrant commercial district close to campus.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS

Located just half a mile from the university’s main Danforth Campus, the development straddles the border between University City and the Parkview Gardens neighborhood, an historic district within the City of St. Louis. This required significant community planning and collaboration between the university, local officials, and neighborhood residents from planning through construction. In cooperation with all parties, the design team planned the 4.4 acre mixed-use development so that it would serve not only the students, but also provide greater security and amenities to the residents in the surrounding neighborhood. In addition to new housing, Phase 1 provides 22,000 square feet of ground-floor retail space, including a privately-operated 24-hour diner and a full-service grocery store, which are open to the community. One of the top priorities of the project was to improve the connection between the existing commercial district and the surrounding residential neighborhood. A pedestrian mews stretches between the new buildings, providing a dedicated passageway from the urban district to the quieter residential neighborhood. To encourage students to use alternative modes of transportation and ease traffic flow, bicycle parking is provided for all residents. Additionally, the Lofts is situated near multiple bus routes that head directly to campus. With this level of planning, the Lofts achieved 5 of 5 points for Development Density and 6 of 6 for Alternative Transportation – Public Transportation Access in the Sustainable Sites category. Open courtyards and green spaces were developed for use by students and neighborhood residents alike. Trees from the construction site were harvested and the reclaimed lumber was used to build a pergola. To reduce irrigation needs, the green spaces are equipped with water-efficient landscaping; a cobblestone gutter diverts stormwater from the walkway to its gardens to further cut irrigation needs. Additionally, large underground cisterns were installed to collect stormwater for use in irrigating the Lofts’ plantings. Multiple energy-saving measures were also incorporated throughout the project. Aluminum louvers on the south-facing walls reduce solar heat gain to keep the apartments at a more comfortable temperature. Lights are connected to occupancy sensors, so the lights turn off when no one is home. The mechanical systems are equipped with card readers set to reduce energy usage when students leave the room. Additionally, the buildings are equipped with solar thermal panels, heating 25 percent of the buildings’ domestic hot water. As a result of these measures, the development is estimated to be 46 percent more efficient than standard construction.

ABOUT WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

Washington University is a private research university whose mission is to discover and disseminate knowledge, and protect the freedom of inquiry through research, teaching and learning. The university has a history of responsibly investing resources to increase the efficiency of its operations and decrease its impact on the environment. In 2010, the university adopted a LEED Silver minimum standard for new construction and renovations. As of 2016, 22 campus buildings are LEED certified. © 2016 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 nonprofit corporation.

“The Lofts of Washington University is a model for triple bottom line sustainable development. The first floor retail activates the streetscape with new businesses, the transitoriented design supports healthy and active lifestyles, and the sustainable design features significantly reduce the project’s environmental impact.” Phil Valko, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Sustainability Washington University in St. Louis

Owner and Master Developer: Washington University in St. Louis Architect: William Rawn Associates Associate Architect: Tao + Lee Associates, Inc. Landscape Architects: Stephen Stimson Associates and DTLS Landscape Studio Structural Engineers: LeMessurier Consultants, Inc. and KPFF Consulting Engineers Civil Engineer: Cole Associates MEPFP Engineer: Ross & Baruzzini, Inc. Contractor: Paric Corporation Parking Consultant: Walker Parking Consultants Traffic Engineering: Crawford Bunte Brammeier Photographs Courtesy of: Washington University Office of Public Affairs

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McDonnell Hall & Brauer Hall Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School St. Louis, Missouri

35% 45% 90%

building material recycled content

reduced water consumption

of waste diverted from landfill

LEED® Facts

Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School McDonnell Hall & Brauer Hall St. Louis, Missouri LEED BD+C: Schools v2009 Certification awarded May 2015

Platinum

84*

Sustainable Sites 12/24 Water Efficiency 9/11 Energy & Atmosphere 32/33 Materials & Resources 8/13 Indoor Environmental Quality 13/19 Innovation & Design 6/6 Regional Priority Credits 4/4 *Out of a possible 110 points The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE McDONNELL HALL and BRAUER HALL

Using principles of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics to achieve best practices in green building PROJECT BACKGROUND

The idea for a new STEM educational facility at MICDS came about with an overhaul of the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) curriculum. As teachers developed a new curriculum to focus on hands-on, application-based learning in those disciplines, it was agreed that the existing math and science facilities, which were more than 50 years old, lacked the space and infrastructure to effectively teach 21st century science. MICDS sought to develop a new STEM facility designed to actively engage students in research and inspire curiosity about the natural world. The resulting 80,000 square foot facility replaced two buildings, doubling the total square footage and providing students with the most advanced STEM building in the region.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS

“This has been a long and satisfying journey made by a team of professionals who recognized the importance of not only including sustainable features but to make them visible. In this way the building reflects our commitment to doing what is good and right environmentally.” Lisa Lyle, Head of School Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School

At the onset of the project, the design team met with MICDS faculty and staff to evaluate how the new facility would align with the new STEM curriculum. The resulting design is a building that not only houses classrooms but also serves as a teaching tool filled with design elements featuring concepts taught in the STEM curriculum. The new science classroom / laboratories are significantly larger, providing space for long-term experiments. Science and math classrooms were deliberately mixed together to foster learning across multiple disciplines. Similarly, faculty areas were created as collaborative workspaces for teachers when they are not teaching class, bringing multiple disciplines together instead of isolated in individual classrooms. Break-out areas were also developed, as well as a common area with a fireplace, to promote small-group interactions. In addition to providing much-needed space, the design of the new facility was created for improved energy and water efficiency. Efficiency measures include: •A 10,000 gallon underground rainwater harvesting tank is used for the evaporative cooling system at the greenhouse and for the building's flush fixtures, reducing water consumption by 45%. •Over 50% of the disturbed site area was restored as open green space with a bioswale creek and a bioretention garden, both of which serve as outdoor learning areas. Indigenous, drought-resistant plants were selected throughout, reducing irrigation by more than 50%. •A 70,000 Btuh solar thermal array was installed, providing 100% of the new building’s domestic hot water. •A 112 kW rooftop photovoltaic array was installed, providing 15% of the building's total energy needs. •High-efficiency HVAC systems, low-velocity ceiling fans, and continuous insulation were installed, resulting in 50% reduction in energy use for heating and cooling. In addition to these water and energy efficiency measures, several other sustainable design techniques were employed throughout demolition and construction. Over 90% of the building demolition and construction debris was donated or recycled. More than 35% of the building materials, such as synthetic slate shingles made from recycled tires, were manufactured from recycled sources. 90% of wood-based materials and products are FSCcertified.

ABOUT MICDS

Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School is a private JK-12 nonprofit, independent, day school. Its mission is to help students discover their unique talents and calling, preparing them for higher education and a life of purpose and service as an engaged citizen in an ever-changing world.

Architect: Centerbrook Architects and Planners, LLC Owner: Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School Owner’s Representative: Northstar Management Co, LLC Contractor: BSI Constructors LEED / Sustainability Consultant: Bryant Dieso, LLC Civil Engineer: Civil Engineering Design Consultants, Inc. Landscape Architect: SWT Design Building Envelope Consultant: Heitman Associates Code Consultant: PR Sherman Commissioning Agent : Solutions AEC, LLC Structural Engineer: Alper Audi, Inc. Interior Furnishings: CI Select MEPFP Engineer: William Tao and Associates Photographs Courtesy of: MICDS and Centerbrook Architects and Planners, LLC

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MISSOURI ORTHOPAEDIC INSTITUTE COLUMBIA, MISSOURI

37% 20% 17%

reduced potable water use.

of all building materials recycled.

of total building materials

harvested, recovered, or manufactured locally.

LEED® Facts MISSOURI ORTHOPAEDIC INSTITUTE Columbia, Missouri LEED BD+C: New Construction Certification awarded May 5, 2011

Certified

30*

Sustainable Sites 8/14 Water Efficiency 4/5 Energy & Atmosphere 2/17 Materials & Resources 4/13 Indoor Environmental Quality 11/15 Innovation & Design 1/5 *Out of a possible 69 points, LEED V2.2 The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE MISSOURI ORTHOPAEDIC INSTITUTE

Leadership in Sustainable Design

“Consistent with MU’s mission and values, we are committed to leadership in demonstrating local and global environmental stewardship.”

PROJECT BACKGROUND The University of Missouri Health Care’s Missouri Orthopaedic Institute (MOI), is located on the campus of the University of Missouri . The Orthopaedic Institute provides clinical, surgical and patient care spaces.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS In the time since this pr0ject earned certification, the University has developed and implemented Sustainable Buildings Design Guidelines (SDG) to further the mission of environmental stewardship across campus. The MU SDG sets sustainability goals and requirements for design and construction, providing project teams with a consistent approach to developing sustainable buildings on campus. For instance, while the MOI project earned less than 12% of the available points in the category of Energy and Atmosphere, current projects utilizing the tools and guidance found in the SDG commonly achieve 85% in this category. MOI received high marks in the categories of Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency and Indoor Environmental Quality. Notable points include the reduction of Heat Island Effect on the roof and surrounding areas. This reduces heat absorption by employing the use of a light colored roof, which minimizes overall heat radiation. Alternative Transportation points were awarded for the use of bike racks and clear and easy access to public transportation. Indoor Environmental Quality received 11 out 15 possible points for implementing the use of many low-emitting materials. Chief among them were low-emitting adhesive and sealants, low-emitting paints and coatings and low-emitting carpet systems.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI The University of Missouri, as the state's major land-grant university, honors the public trust placed in it and accepts the associated accountability to the people of Missouri for its stewardship of that trust. Our duty is to acquire, create, transmit and preserve knowledge and to promote understanding.

Owner: University of Missouri

Architect: Cannon Design Civil Engineer: Dubois Consultants Structural Engineer: Dubois Consultants MEP Engineer: Henneman Engineering Interior Designer: Moody-Nolan Contractor: J. E. Dunn Photographs Courtesy of: MU Project Size: 116,168 GSF

The University of Missouri embraces its role in providing a healthy and safe learning environment for its students, staff, and faculty. Consistent with MU’s mission and values, we are committed to leadership in demonstrating local and global environmental stewardship.

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LEED PROJECT PROFILE

Mizzou Softball Stadium Columbia, Missouri

40%

improvement on baseline building

performance rating

11% onsite renewableenergy 75% diversion of construction and demolition debris

LEED® Facts Mizzou Softball Stadium Columbia, Missouri LEED for New Construction 2009 Certification awarded April 06, 2018

GOLD Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design

61 18/26 0/10 28/35 6/14 5/15 4/6

*Out of a possible 110 points

LEED PROJECT PROFILE Mizzou Softball Stadium

Green Stadium Hits it Out of the Park Mizzou Softball Stadium becomes first LEED Gold stadium in SEC PROJECT BACKGROUND The new Home of Mizzou Softball sits prominently on the northern edge of the Mizzou Sports Park. Slated to host the 2018 SEC Softball Tournament the stadium provides seating for 1,715 with a bermed seating area beyond left field for an additional 1,000-1,200 fans. Strongly branded and designed with a fan friendly “full view” concourse, an outfield plaza and the most current technology - the stadium places a premium on creating an intimate yet dynamic experience. The design includes an elevated press box which can be expanded to create future premium and additional press space. The Tigers’ Home Team Suite is located directly behind the third base dugout and includes a mud room, locker room facilities and a coaches meeting room. The site has been masterplanned to allow for the construction of a future indoor practice infield with synthetic turf flooring. Event facilities include heated dugouts, batting cages and bullpens for each team. The material palette includes brick and cast stone to create a human scale and tie into the existing sports park architectural language.

“We’re excited to be able to build a facility that will be a first-class showcase for one of our most nationally successful programs at Mizzou. With the new stadium, our fans will benefit from improved amenities, and certainly our program will benefit with much improved facilities for their daily operations, not to mention the boost with recruiting efforts.” Chad Moller Associate Athletic Director

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS Of the points achieved, 15 points were awarded for its location, 27 points for the efficiency of the University of Missouri's campus combined heat and power plant, three points for campus-wide initiatives and 14 points by following the MU design and construction standards. The facility also accumulated two additional points for utilizing light-colored exterior paving and roofing materials. When it opened in March 2017, Mizzou became the first competition venue in the Southeastern Conference of the NCAA to be earn LEED GOLD certification. To date, the home of Tiger Softball is only one of two collegiate softball stadiums in the country to meet the threshold requirements of LEED GOLD. It is also the first athletic facility in the University of Missouri’s Sports Park, the State of Missouri and the Missouri Gateway Chapter of the USGBC to achieve this level of LEED certification.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI -COLUMBIA The University of Missouri-Columbia has made a strong commitment to sustainability. As a signatory to the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment in early 2009, the district-energy system became an integral leader in the development of a five-year rolling climate-action plan focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions to achieve the eventual goal of climate neutrality by 2050. MU has developed a LEED Central Plant model to seek base LEED points for campus buildings connected to the central plant and district-energy system. The CHP plant, renewable energy portfolio and the efficient district cooling all contribute to providing the maximum amount of LEED points for all new buildings connected to the system seeking LEED status. Currently, six buildings have achieved LEED status with the assistance of this model.

Architect and Interior Architect: Lempka Edson Architects, Overland Park, KS MEP Engineer: ME Engineers, Kansas City, MO Owner: University of Missouri - Columbia Construction Manager: Tarlton Corporation, St. Louis MO Photographs Courtesy of: Lempka Edson Architects

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NOVUS INTERNATIONAL, INC St. Charles, MO

99%

of construction waste was recycled

10%

of building materials were salvaged/previously used

of building’s energy needs originate from a 35kW photovoltaic array

LEED® Facts NOVUS INTERNATIONAL, INC

St. Charles, MO LEED for New Construction v2.2 Certification awarded April 22,2009

Platinum

55*

Sustainable Sites 10/14 Water Efficiency 4/5 Energy & Atmosphere 9/17 Materials & Resources 12/13 Indoor Environmental Quality 15/15

Innovation & Design

5/5

*Out of a possible [69] points

LEED PROJECT PROFILE NOVUS, INTERNATIONAL, INC. INTERNATIONAL SUSTAINABLE LEADERSHIP IN BUSINESS AND OPERATIONAL PRACTICES PROJECT BACKGROUND

Novus International Inc., a leader in the animal health and nutrition industry boasts a new global headquarters facility in the Missouri Research Park in St. Charles, Missouri. The $20 million project completed in December 2oo8 includes renovation of Novus’ existing 42,000square-foot building and a 48,000-square foot addition. The project includes state of the art open office and conference spaces throughout the buildings, ten research laboratories, employee and customer training center, fitness center and catering kitchen and cafeteria.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS The sustainable vision of the project was to create a sense of community within Novus and all business associates by remaining in St. Charles, MO, retaining much of the existing facility and consolidation of all staff to a single location. The target sustainability goal of the project was the incorporation of measures to achieve LEED Platinum certification and assure all decisions align with Novus’ corporate global sustainability programs. Novus challenged the project team to achieve higher levels of “Performance through Innovation” at every step of the project. The Novus project is one of few commercial buildings in Missouri to achieve LEED Platinum certification. Sustainable features of the project include: •Vegetation framework surrounds the building and provides shading •5,000 square foot, 35kW solar panel array •Countertops made from plastic detergent bottles and trim made from post-industrial aluminum waste •Extensive use of rapidly renewable materials such as bamboo flooring and door materials •Landscape restoration using native and adaptive vegetation which requires no irrigation, saving thousands of gallons of potable water each year •A high performance building envelope •Heating and cooling systems which include use of a chilled water distribution system and high efficient lighting systems and controls •Preferred parking spaces for low-emitting and fuel efficient vehicles •Storm water retention systems which reduce the environmental impact of runoff and improve water quality to receiving rivers •Use of a high percentage of recycled content for building structure materials •Floor-to-ceiling windows to maximize the use of natural light while providing a direct connection to the surrounding environment •Underfloor HVAC system that allows the temperature to be controlled individually at each work area •Operable skylights and floor-to-ceiling windows to maximize the use of natural light The project team worked hard to recycle all construction waste. Only 1% of the total 925 tons ended up in area landfills. Every worker on the project knew their role to reach this goal as it took a total project team effort. Over 10% of the building materials were salvaged and previously used. Few owners want “used” materials in their new buildings, but the project team worked hard to evaluate, furnish and install products which were reused but warranted as new.

ABOUT NOVUS Novus International, Inc. headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, serves customers in more than 90 countries around the world and is a recognized industry leader in the animal nutrition and health industry. Since the founding of the company, global sustainability has been a fundamental imperative at Novus and is the common denominator between our corporate vision, mission and core values. Providing energy efficient, healthy and environmentally responsible facilities for our customers and employees to collaborate in is an integral part of our global mission and a driving force in our decision to pursue LEED platinum certification for our headquarters building.

“By implementing a „wholebuilding‟ approach, we lessened our environmental footprint, achieved a superior work environment and reduced operating costs. Novus is thrilled to have found a design-build partner in Clayco that sees construction from a holistic view and understands how it affects our business, our employees and our environment.” Dan Vondriska Director of Business Development Novus International, Inc.

Architect and Interior Designer: Stock & Associates Builder: Clayco Inc. Civil Engineer: Stock & Associates Commissioning Agent: Solutions AEC Developer: CRG Electrical Engineer/Lighting Designer: Kaemmerlen Electric Landscape Architect: Loomis Associates LEED/Sustainability Consultant: Open Field Designs Mechanical Engineer: ICON Mechanical Owner: Novus International Plumbing Engineer: Bieg Plumbing Structural Engineer: Alper Audi Photo Credit: Alise O’Brien Photography

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PURINA EVENT CENTER GRAY SUMMIT, MO

92% 37%

of all waste diverted from landfills

of materials composed of recycled content

100%

of wastewater naturally treated onsite

LEED® Facts Purina Event Center Gray Summit, Missouri LEED for NC Certification awarded Nov. 1, 2011

Silver

36*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design

7/14 3/5 5/17 6/13 10/15 5/5

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LEED PROJECT PROFILE PURINA EVENT CENTER

Dog Friendly Meets Earth Friendly St. Louis Company makes Sustainable Commitment PROJECT BACKGROUND The Purina Event Center began as a vision of the Director, Brock Fitzgerald, over 15 years ago. Purina has hosted outdoor dog shows & sporting events for since 1995 at Purina Farms in Gray Summit, MO, a 300+ acre destination for conformation show & dog performance events. As the popularity of these events grew, the need for an indoor facility with top of the line amenities became more obvious.

Purina envisioned a significant, stateof-the-art event center with ‘Best in Class’ amenities that would epitomize our passion for dogs and cats and our steadfast commitment to the fancy.” Candy Caciolo Nestle Purina Portfolio Director, Specialty, Breeder and Pet Acquisition

In 2006, the vision started to become a reality as Nestle Purina PetCare decided to move forward with procuring a project team for the Event Center. Nestle Purina PetCare prides itself on its commitment to animals and this facility is a contribution to the fancy community, to help promote the sport of purebred dogs. When it opened in August 2010, the 84,000 SF facility became the only one of its kind in the country. In addition to many specific amenities, the facility includes two large show arenas, a café, hospitality lounge and 300 seat banquet hall. The Event Center not only functions efficiently, it also enhances the lives of the dogs and people who utilize the space.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS The existing site has four wastewater lagoons. The development will treat 100% of the wastewater generated on site via a system of stabilization lagoons and a land application system. These natural lagoons will filter wastes naturally, and this water will be used to irrigate nearby fields. In addition, the entire 2,859,056 SF (LEED boundary) site was conserved & protected during construction. A majority of roof top and paving surfaces installed are reflective both to avoid heat gain and to make surfaces more comfortable for dog paws to walk on. The landscape palette includes local & native grasses and flora. The irrigation system is connected to a below grade well to avoid using potable plumbing for irrigation. All toilets and urinals installed are low flow to conserve as much water as possible, resulting in over 40% reduction in water use from the baseline case. Multiple strategies were used to accomplish an 18% energy savings including the use of Insulated Glazing and Insulated Metal Sandwich panels to make the building envelope more efficient. The Heating and Cooling equipment consists of Evaporative Cooled Rooftop units and Water Cooled Self Contained Units served by a remote cooling tower. These systems use the heat transfer properties of water to provide cooling more efficiently than standard air cooled HVAC equipment. High Volume Low Velocity fans (Big Ass fans) are also utilized to provide a constant breeze to the occupants keeping them comfortable at higher indoor temperatures reducing the amount of mechanical cooling required.

ABOUT NESTLE PURINA PETCARE COMPANY Nestlé Purina PetCare, a global leader in the pet care industry, promotes responsible pet care, humane education, community involvement and the positive bond between people and their pets. Part of Swiss-based Nestle' S.A., the world's largest food company, Nestlé Purina PetCare's North American headquarters is located at Checkerboard Square in St. Louis, MO. At Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, we're passionately committed to creating a better world for pets and their owners, now and for generations to come. Over the course of our rich 100plus-year history, Purina® has come to stand for passion, expertise and trust. It is these values that will drive our mission over our next 100 years.

Architect , Landscape, & Interior Architect: Arcturis Owner: Nestle Purina PetCare Company General Contractor: Landco Construction Commissioning Agent: McClure Engineering Structural Engineer: Larson Engineering Civil Engineer: Frontenac Engineering MEP Engineer: Murphy Co. & Sachs Electric Photographs Courtesy of: Debbie Franke

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SAINT LOUIS ZOO ANIMAL NUTRITION CENTER St. Louis, MO

51%

reduction in potable water

use over baseline

89%

of construction waste

diverted from landfill

LEED® Facts SAINT LOUIS ZOO ANIMAL NUTRITION CENTER St. Louis, MO

LEED for New Construction Certification awarded April 11, 2008

Silver

34*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere

7/14 4/5 3/17

Materials & Resources 7/13 Indoor Environmental Quality 10/15

Innovation & Design

3/5

*Out of a possible [69] points

LEED PROJECT PROFILE SAINT LOUIS ZOO ANIMAL NUTRITION CENTER

Eating Green, Building Green

“In the decades to come, this is the building by which all other efforts in Zoos around the world will be measured”

PROJECT BACKGROUND The William R. Orthwein and Laura Rand Orthwein Animal Nutrition Center serves as the central hub for animal nutrition and research at the Saint Louis Zoo. The ground floor of this building has 4 primary components: Food Preparation, Food Storage (freezer/cooler and dry) Nutrition Laboratory and Offices. The lower level is designed to fulfill a variety a variety of needs for the Zoo, including offices and educational spaces. The building has been designed to allow visitors to follow the preparation of food for the zoo animals by incorporation of signage, docent lead tours and viewing areas into the Food Prep and Lab areas.

Jeffrey P Bonner, Ph.D., President and CEO Saint Louis Zoo

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS Built on one of the last Greenfield sites available on the St. Louis Zoo grounds, this project needed to serve the Zoo’s needs for a high tech facility that also enlightened the public about animal nutrition all while minimizing the environmental footprint of the facility to uphold the conservation mission of the Zoo and serve as a sustainable role model for both the public and other organizations. These multiple goals were achieved through a comprehensive strategy that oriented the building to maximize natural light while minimizing heat gain and integrated the site into the building energy and water management. A green roof covers a large portion of the building serving as a habitat for birds and insects while also providing energy savings to the building (a portion of the building operates as earth-sheltered). Very high efficiency plumbing fixtures and native vegetation minimize the water footprint of the facility. All of these features are highlighted to visitors on signage as they are drawn from one of the higher trafficked paths up to the high profile site. Visitors can overlook the green roof, native plant species are noted, and diagrams of the interior elucidate the less apparent sustainable aspects of the project.

ABOUT SAINT LOUIS ZOO The Saint Louis Zoo is one of the top rated Zoos in the world. Through the WildCare Institute and Animal Nutrition Center, the Zoo is making an impact on the conservation of threatened and endangered wildlife of the world . Without a solid understanding of the food consumed by animals in their native habitats, the study and husbandry of endangered species is problematic at best. Through the careful study of nutrient resources available in locations around the globe, the Animal Nutrition Center plays an important part in efforts to protect and restore the delicate balance of the natural world. Together, the WildCare Institute and the Animal Nutrition Center enhance the Saint Louis Zoo’s role as a significant contributor to global conservation.

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Architect: Fox Architects Civil Engineer: Farnsworth Group Commissioning Agent: CxE Group Contractor: Hankins Construction Interior Designer: Fox Architects Landscape Architect: SWT Design MEP Engineer: William Tao & Associates Owner: St. Louis Zoo Structural Engineer: KPFF Consulting Engineers

Photographs Courtesy of: Hedrich Blessing and Fox Architects

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SECURITY BUILDING ST. LOUIS, MO

16.1% 25%

less energy use (energy savings)

less water use

50%

construction waste diverted from landfill

LEED Facts ®

Security Building St. Louis, MO LEED for Core and Shell Certification awarded December 20, 2007

Silver

33*

Sustainable Sites

8/15

Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere

2/5

5/14

Materials & Resources

6/11

Indoor Environmental Quality

8/11

Innovation & Design

4/5

*Out of a possible 61 points The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE SECURITY BUILDING, ST. LOUIS, MO

A Seminal 19th Century Building Famous Noonday Club to Downtown Landmark PROJECT BACKGROUND Built in 1892 and designed by the renowned Peabody, Stearns and Furber architecture firm of Boston, the 11-story Security Building at 319 North 4th Street was one of the most prestigious buildings of its time. As the only remaining commercial structure in the city of St. Louis designed by that firm, it remains a significant building. The 128,000 square foot Romanesque-style, masonry structure at the corner of Fourth and Locust was once a part of the city’s bustling financial hub and formerly housed the Noonday Club from 1893 to 1964. Some of the organization’s members sponsored Charles Lindbergh’s historic 1927 transatlantic flight in “The Spirit of St. Louis.”

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS In 2003, Lawrence Group purchased the building and began an extensive renovation. Upgrades included new HVAC, elevators to comply with ADA standards, installation of a new electrical distribution system and new plumbing with low-flow fixtures and motion sensors on the faucets. Due to hazardous materials such as lead paint and asbestos, the building was a brownfield site. Tax increment financing funds and Historic Tax Credits made building acquisition and upgrades feasible. The $8,400,000 renovation includes numerous energy-saving design elements, such as low-emittance glass windows and a ”cool” roof coating helped rejuvenate the building and attract tenants. Positive factors in the renovation include the U-shaped design that allowed for natural light and fresh air to enter office spaces in an era prior to mechanically controlled climates, the building’s original design and the downtown location with nearby public transit. The centerpiece of the project is a six-level atrium addition above the first floor’s domed lobby entrance. The atrium sits within the space formed by the U-shaped Security Building, using original exterior walls for the interior walls of the atrium. The atrium sits atop the building’s two-and-a-half-story lobby, which features a dramatic glass dome ceiling that was been “repaired” over the years with a thick, black waterproofing. Lawrence Group removed the coating to create a skylight, welcoming natural light into the atrium and the lobby below. Lawrence Group also created a 28-foot by 35-foot roof garden on the ninth floor. The decision to pursue LEED certification of the Security Building has provided many positive outcomes for the owners, tenants, staff, neighborhood and the environment. The renovation of the Security Building has helped Lawrence Group evolve. The company has become an advocate for sustainable design and is dedicated to pursuing additional LEED projects and educating clients and tenants of the benefits LEED strategies can produce.

ABOUT THE DEVELOPER Lawrence Group was founded in 1983 as an architectural, interior design and planning firm. They currently have 38 registered architects and, 30 interior designers in St. Louis, Austin, New York, Carolinas, Denver, Philadelphia and Beijing, China. Services included architecture, interior design, town planning, landscape architecture, graphic design, development and construction. They have accomplished a focused, steady growth by nurturing strong professional relationships, striving for innovative, appropriate design solutions, and above all else, providing excellent service to clients. The firm actively seeks to understand clients’ dreams, values, and goals, and then work aggressively to achieve them.

“The Security Building has been a downtown landmark for over 100 years. Keeping the original double hung wood windows, restoring the dome and constructing the atrium and roof deck to reduce energy usage are just a few of the decisions made to renovate the building for LEED Silver. The building is now set to continue service for another 100 years.” David Ohlemeyer, Principal of Lawrence Group

Architect: Lawrence Group Interior Designer: Lawrence Group Mechanical Engineer: Jarrell Mechanical Contractors Electrical Engineer: GECO Engineering Plumbing Engineer: Kent Plumbing, Inc Structural Engineer: KPFF Consulting Engineers Contractor: Alberici Constructors Developer: The Lawrence Group, LLC Owner: Security Building Partners LLC LEED Consultant: Vertegy Project Size: 128,000 sq. ft. Total Project Cost: $8,400,000 Cost Per Square Foot: $65 Photographs Courtesy of: Alise O’Brien Photography Wendi Fitzgerald Photography

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LEED PROJECT PROFILE

Sheet Metal Workers Local 36 St. Louis, MO

52% 15% 73%

projected energy savings

on-site renewable energy

projected water savings

LEED® Facts Sheet Metal Workers Local 36 St. Louis, MO LEED for New Construction v2.2 Certification awarded July 26, 2013

Platinum

62*

Sustainable Sites 13/14 Water Efficiency 5/5 Energy & Atmosphere 17/17 Materials & Resources 8/13 Indoor Environmental Quality 14/15 Innovation & Design 5/5 *Out of a possible 69 points The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE SHEET METAL WORKERS LOCAL 36

Investing in the Industry and the Community An Educational Resource PROJECT BACKGROUND

In 2008, Sheet Metal Workers Local 36 realized a need for a new, centralized union hall, training facility, and administrative offices in St. Louis, Missouri. In planning the project, representatives expressed a desire to not only create a healthy work environment for the occupants but also to invest in the surrounding community. After evaluating several potential locations, a former manufacturing site less than a mile from the Downtown St. Louis Business District was selected for its central location and opportunities for neighborhood revitalization.

“Not only were we able to turn a vacant building into a productive, efficient facility, but we are helping contractors to take advantage of the expanding green marketplace as they retrofit existing properties and build new.” Steven R. Kraemer, Local 36 Business Representative

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS The group's primary objective was to develop a facility that would serve the future of the industry as well as improve the lives and skills of the people who build that future. Working closely with developers and Local 36, the design team transformed a once-contaminated manufacturing site to become the first Platinum rated union hall and training facility in the nation. After remediation of the existing building and site, the building was expanded to include a 19,000 square foot addition for a total of 96,000 square feet accommodating business, teaching, and shop facilities. The facility also includes a 1,000 seat assembly space that is available to the community to host special events. Sustainable design features include: • 4,500 SF rooftop garden as well as light-colored roofing materials to reduce the heatisland effect • Native landscaping materials that will not require irrigation, eliminating water consumption on the site • 95% of demolition and construction debris diverted from landfills • 15% on-site renewable energy, integrating solar photovoltaic panels, horizontal axis helical wind turbines, and solar hot water system • 52% projected energy savings • Dual-flush and low-flow water fixtures, reducing water usage 73% • Abundant daylighting, including vision glass at overhead doors and skylights in shop areas • Individual lighting controls for 94% of building occupants • Individual thermal comfort system controls for 91% of building occupants • Use of low-emitting materials and finishes • More than 40% of construction materials extracted and manufactured regionally • More than 75% of wood products are FSC certified

Architect: Treanor Architects, P.A. Owner: Sheet Metal Workers Local 36 Contractor: G.S. & S., Inc. Developer: Green Street Real Estate Ventures, LLC LEED / Sustainability Consultant: Treanor Architects, P.A. Interior Designer: Treanor Architects, P.A. Landscape Architect: A. Waldbart & Sons Nursery Civil Engineer: Stock & Associates Consulting Engineers Commissioning Agent / Enhanced: Charles E. Jarrell Contracting Company, Inc. Structural Engineer: Bob D. Campbell and Company Photographs Courtesy of: Treanor Architects, P.A.

The resulting facility is a working educational resource serving Local 36 members and the community. "It is a source of great pride for our members, as well as a tremendous resource for others who are interested in sustainable building," said Steve Sneed, Coordinator for the Local 36 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee.

ABOUT SHEET METAL WORKERS LOCAL 36 Encompassing three-fourths of the State of Missouri, as well as all of Arkansas, Local 36 is an affiliate of the Sheet Metal Workers’ International Association with membership in the AFLCIO and the Canadian Labor Council. For more than 120 years, Local 36 has devoted itself to building value for the area’s signatory contractors. Currently, Local 36 has more than 3,000 members and serves more than 180 contractors, and has offices and training schools in St. Louis, Fulton, and Springfield, Missouri and in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Local 36 skilled craftsmen touch a project at every point of construction and play a major role in regional development. Local 36 members facilitate, install, manufacture and service residential and commercial HVAC systems, and also work with architectural sheet metal applications and specialty sheet metal products. Training Schools pave the road for success and are led by experts in the industry. © 2014 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 nonprofit corporation.

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SISTERS OF MERCY CONVENT ASSISTED LIVING CENTER ST. LOUIS, MO

91% 24% 58%

of spaces have daylight and views

water use reduction

of construction waste was diverted from landfills

LEED® Facts Sisters of Mercy Convent Assisted Living Center St. Louis, MO LEED New Construction v2.0 Certification awarded Jan. 31, 2007

Certified

32*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design

8/14 3/5 3/17 6/13 10/15 2/5

*Out of a possible 69 points

LEED PROJECT PROFILE SISTERS OF MERCY CONVENT ASSISTED LIVING CENTER

Reflecting core values A sustainable environment reflects mission of “care of the earth” PROJECT BACKGROUND The Sisters of Mercy undertook a major planning effort to create an expanded and improved facility on the site of an existing, idyllic 70-acre wooded retreat center. The goal was to create a unified community for retired and infirm nuns by preserving the 1950’s-era core campus building and creating new residential areas. A 48-unit, 46,000 sf addition provides residential and support space, with an enclosed colonnade that connects the two pieces. The residential addition includes nurses’ stations, therapy rooms, a community room, chapel, and bedrooms. Renovations to the existing ground floor establish a uniform environment. The 13,000 sf renovation includes new kitchen and dining facilities, beauty shop, library, and computer room.

“In keeping with the vision of the Sisters of Mercy to make a significant impact on the

health and well-being of the communities they serve, our renovation made a statement about the long-term well-being of the community of nuns it serves. A sensitive renovation of the building and minimal disruption of the beautiful site were the foundations of our sustainable design approach. To achieve LEED certification, we were diligent in responding to points across the spectrum, from an unusual amount of daylight, to integration of efficient building systems, to the use of recycled materials throughout.” Jeff White, AIA, Project Architect, Christner Inc.

A new visitor drop-off area redefines the entry. Enclosed courtyards provide safe outdoor areas for older residents, some of whom have Alzheimer’s.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS Sustainable design features were important considerations for the convent given that “care of the earth” is one of the Sisters’ core values. The Sisters were particularly concerned about the quality of their indoor air since inhabitants are indoors much of the time. Designers employed a ventilation system that would provide additional outdoor air ventilation and increase the amount and frequency of fresh air exchange beyond standard building requirements. They also provided: • • • • • •

Daylight and views for 91% of spaces 21% energy savings 24% water use reduction 58% of construction waste diversion from landfills 82% of wood based materials certified in accordance with FSC Principles & Criteria 61% of total project’s materials manufactured within 500 miles of the project site

ABOUT SISTERS OF MERCY The Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas is an international community of women religious vowed to serve people who suffer from poverty, sickness and lack of education with a special concern for women and children. In innovative and traditional ways, Sisters of Mercy address human needs through collaborative efforts in education, healthcare, housing, and pastoral and social services. Among Sisters of Mercy one can find doctors, lawyers and paralegals, theologians, immigrant advocates, missionaries, justice advocates and peace activists, prisoners of conscience, and foster mothers. The Institute is comprised of six Communities with more than 3,900 sisters who serve in North, South and Central America, the Caribbean, Guam and the Philippines.

Architect: Architect Christner Inc. Civil Engineer: Engineer Heideman Associates Inc. Commissioning Agent: Agent Heideman Associates Inc. Contractor: Contractor Lawlor, Inc. Electrical Engineer: Engineer Heideman Associates Inc. Interior Designer: Designer Christner Inc. Landscape Architect: Architect Christner Inc. LEED/Sustainability Consultant: Consultant Christner Inc. Lighting Designer: Designer Christner Inc. Mechanical Engineer: Engineer Heideman Associates Inc. MEP Engineer: Engineer Heideman Associates Inc. Owner: Owner Sisters of Mercy Plumbing Engineer: Engineer Heideman Associates Inc. Structural Engineer: Engineer SSE, Inc. Project Size: Size 59,000 sf Total Project Cost : $11,700,000 Photographs Courtesy of: Christner Inc.

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SIUE Art & Design Building Expansion Edwardsville, Illinois

30% 25% 96%

regional materials

optimized energy performance

of waste diverted from landfill

LEED® Facts

Southern Illinois University Art & Design Building Expansion Edwardsville, Illinois LEED for New Construction v2009 Certification awarded August 28, 2013

Gold

63*

Sustainable Sites 16/26 Water Efficiency 8/10 Energy & Atmosphere 13/35 Materials & Resources 6/14 Indoor Environmental Quality 10/15 Innovation & Design 6/6 Regional Priority Credits 4/4 *Out of a possible 110 points The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE SIUE ART & DESIGN BUILDING EXPANSION

SIUE’S First LEED Gold Building Fostering a Healthy and Sustainable Arts Facility PROJECT BACKGROUND

Sited directly to the west of the existing 1991 building, the mission of the addition was to create a unified facility for Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville’s Art and Design department. The design was conceptualized to provide enhanced space for an expanded program, incorporate campus design standards, and to reflect and connect the natural environment that is the essence of SIUE’s surroundings. Knowing that their students expect sustainable design and any higher upfront costs in efficiency will pay dividends for the University in the long term, SIUE made a commitment to LEED Silver. The design team surpassed that goal by achieving Gold, a first for the University.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS

Improvements to ensure safety of the University students was paramount along with added clarity of function, incorporation of modern teaching technologies, enhanced gallery space, independent lecture facilities and to create creative studio spaces that foster artistic expression and to attract the best and brightest students with a new modern identity. Trivers engaged department leaders, user groups, and Administration to determine which functions would remain in the existing facility and which would move to the expansion. With a full evaluation of the existing building’s condition, the proposed plan took into consideration the existing facility’s strengths and deficiencies and how to plan for future growth. The team coordinated with the University to outline four separate construction phases over the course of nearly twenty-four months that would maintain an operational facility during construction. Minimizing the impact on the envelope of the existing building, spaces were reallocated. More efficient and visible studios were designed to ensure greater safety and transparency for the creation of the artwork within. The facility’s life safety and building systems infrastructure was upgraded to facilitate proper ventilation and safety protocols. Informal student gathering spaces were allocated at circulation nodes along with integration of new critique and meeting rooms. The highly visible, yet private spaces are adjacent to the predominant circulation corridors, further engaging conversations of the faculty, students and fostering the art they create. Sited directly to the west of the existing building, the addition is composed of two masses (evoking the nearby Mississippi River limestone cliffs) “shaped” by the pedestrian flow. The addition allows for an expanded gallery, visible from the campus pedestrian walkway and sited at the terminus of the main axis of the complex, flanked on either side by art studios. This orientation denotes a clear organization and symbolizes the culmination of the artistic process for display. By utilizing BIM software, decisions influencing the building’s orientation to enhance daylighting contributed to the project’s path to LEED Gold. The second level drawing and painting studios, with orientation to northern light, and the integration of an auditorium and lecture hall also contribute to the much needed programmatic space. With the addition absorbing much of the program shift and breathing new life into the existing building, the end result is a safe, long-lasting, and unified facility that hopes to attract and retain the most creative minds, building upon the already strong success of SIUE’s Art and Design program.

ABOUT SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY AT EDWARDSVILLE

SIUE is a nationally recognized university that provides students with a high-quality, affordable education that prepares them for successful careers and lives of purpose. Built on the foundation of a broad-based liberal education, and enhanced by hands-on research and real-world experiences, the academic preparation SIUE students receive equips them to thrive in the global marketplace and make our communities better places to live. Situated on 2,660 acres of beautiful woodland atop the bluffs overlooking the natural beauty of the Mississippi River’s rich bottom land and only a short drive from downtown St. Louis, the SIUE campus is home to a diverse student body of nearly 14,000. © 2014 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 nonprofit corporation.

“SIUE is committed to environmental stability both inside and outside the classroom, and the Art and Design building is a testament to that. Providing state-of-the-art facilities supports our mission to provide an excellent educational experience for faculty and students.” Dr. Julie Furst-Bowe, SIUE Chancellor

Architect: Trivers Associates Owner: Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Contractor: RW Boeker Company, Inc. LEED / Sustainability Consultant (Design): Trivers Associates LEED / Sustainability Consultant (Construction): Open Fields Design, Inc. Interior Designer: Trivers Associates Civil Engineer: Juneau Associates, Inc., PC Commissioning Agent : Farnsworth Group, Inc. Structural Engineer: Alper Audi, Inc. MEP Engineer: McClure Engineering Acoustics Consultant: Designed Acoustics, LLC Industrial Hygienist: Arts, Crafts & Theater Safety, Inc. Code Consultant: Code Consultants, Inc. Photographs Courtesy of: Alise O’Brien

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Staples Promotional Products Overland, MO

construction waste diverted from landfill

furnishings reused

water use reduction

LEED® Facts Staples Promotional Products Overland, MO LEED Commercial Interiors v2009 Certification awarded Oct. 28, 2011

Platinum

84*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation & Design Regional Priority Credit

21/21 8 /11 22/37 10/14 13/17 6/6 4/4

Out of a possible 110 points

LEED PROJECT PROFILE STAPLES PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS—St. Louis, MO

St. Louis’ First Green Business Park Staples makes green building “Easy” PROJECT BACKGROUND The property now known as the Page Business Center, located in Overland, MO, was originally developed for Dorris Gear Manufacturing in 1957. Dorris Gear was a family owned business that began as a car manufacturer in 1906 under the name Dorris Motor Car Company which transitioned into a gear manufacturing company during the 1920s. In 1957 they relocated to 8610 Page where their operations continued until 2005. In 2005 a group of real estate developers including Green Street Development Group, Treanor Architects, and GS&S Constructors, purchased the property. The site and building had strong structural elements suitable for conversion to a higher and better use.

"We're excited to have attained this certification and proud to have our associates working from a location that prioritizes health and environmental sustainability. Our LEED Platinum rating underscores Staples Promotional Products' — and Staples’ overall commitment to environmentally preferable practices in all aspects of our operations”. Rich Witaszak Vice President and General Manager Staples Promotional Products

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS The majority of the existing building was reused by converting it from a manufacturing facility to a mixed use building, capable of accommodating multiple tenants. The nearly 10 acre site, which has space to build additional buildings, was subdivided. The entire building achieved certification under the LEED for Core and Shell program. More than 90 percent of the building's original shell was used in the renovation. A significant portion of the renovated building is devoted to office space with the remaining portion devoted to warehouse or light manufacturing space. The building’s interior has been designed for flexibility. Tenants can use the space entirely for offices or easily divide the interior into a combination of offices and light manufacturing or warehouse areas. Phase one incorporated recycled materials, a raised floor system, an open floor plan and exposed ceilings with skylights to allow for natural light throughout the space. All installed wood products are Forest Stewardship Council-certified and 75 percent of the furniture was reused from previous building projects. Half of the building's electricity comes from renewable sources, and 90 percent of the equipment is Energy Star rated. The entire building was re-skinned and new windows were added to give the exterior a fresh new look. The entire restoration took 18 months. The main building within the business park, which is now occupied by Staples Promotional Products and Landis + Gyr, is certified LEED CS 2.0 Gold. The second building is a new office and warehouse structure designed for Midwest Testing. That facility is also LEED certified NC 2.2 Silver. Landis + Gyr moved into their portion of the redeveloped 8610 Page Avenue building in the spring of 2008. Their space was certified Gold under LEED for Commercial Interiors v2.0. Staples Promotional Products was certified LEED platinum under LEED-CI v2009 on 10-28-2011. ABOUT Staples Promotional Products Staples Promotional Products works with its customers to support their branding and sustainability goals. Customers can opt for environmentally preferable practices across all stages of their promotional campaigns: from product selection – spanning corn-based mugs, reusable shopping bags, organic apparel and more – to printing, packaging and delivery. © 2010 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 nonprofit corporation.

Architect: Treanor Architects Owner: Page Business Center, LLC Civil Engineer: Stock & Associates Commissioning Agent: Solutions AEC Contractor: GS&S Constructors Developer: Green Street Development Group MEP & Electrical Engineer: Solutions AEC Interior Designer: Treanor Architects Landscape Architect: Treanor Architects LEED Consultant: Treanor Architects Lighting Designer: Treanor Architects/Solutions AEC Mechanical Engineer: Solutions AEC Structural Engineer: McNealy Project Size: 24,923 sq. ft. Photographs Courtesy of: Architectural Fotographics

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TARLTON HEADQUARTERS ST. LOUIS, MO Daylight views for

26% 47%

90%

of spaces

energy cost savings

local or regional materials used

LEED® Facts Tarlton Corporation Headquarters St. Louis, MO LEED for New Construction v2.1 Certification awarded Jan. 12, 2006

Silver

34*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere Materials & Resources

6/14 2/5 6/17 6/13 Indoor Environmental Quality 10/15 Innovation & Design 4/5 *Out of a possible 69 points The information provided is based on that stated in the LEED® project certification submittals. USGBC and Chapters do not warrant or represent the accuracy of this information. Each building’s actual performance is based on its unique design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Energy efficiency and sustainable results will vary.

LEED PROJECT PROFILE TARLTON CORPORATION HEADQUARTERS

Sustainable Building LEED Experience Benefits Contractor and Its Clients PROJECT BACKGROUND “In building Tarlton’s new headquarters, our mission was to combine our entire operation under one roof, the culmination of years of planning,” notes Dirk Elsperman, executive vice president and COO. This growing general contracting and construction management firm needed more space and wanted to be adjacent to its equipment, maintenance facility and service yard. Construction began in 2004.

“Building green is not just a fad. It’s integrating building techniques, design and the use (and re-use) of better materials to achieve a healthier and more productive result.” Dirk Elsperman Executive Vice President and COO, Tarlton

From the beginning, Tarlton set out to design its headquarters to sustainable criteria to reflect its commitment to green building and sustainability. The building’s exterior is architectural concrete and masonry veneer with a steel frame. The 50-person office was designed with a mezzanine that can be extended to create a full second floor if needed. An open “muddy boots” area with abundant natural light welcomes employees and visitors, also serving as a relaxed meeting space for anyone wearing a suit and tie or jeans and work boots.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS Tarlton desperately needed new space but had a budget to maintain. Company leadership knew they wanted to build sustainable features into the project, having done so in some form on various projects throughout the company’s history. They weren’t sure about the payback, but they kept an open mind and continued with design, choosing to remain in the city of St. Louis on a brownfield site providing good accessibility from all parts of the greater St. Louis area. Tarlton’s existing building, constructed in 1956, was not well-suited for modern office use. Only about half of the work spaces had windows, the HVAC system did not have capacity for high occupancy, and there was not enough space to house computer equipment. Tarlton’s leadership was sensitive to these building shortcomings, which created a clear vision of what they demanded from a new building – abundant natural light, high-performance HVAC systems, a high level of personal comfort for employees, and a building that would support the infrastructure needs of a growing company. Design was driven by these needs, along with the desire to be strategically sustainable, and it became apparent that LEED certification was within reach and within budget. In addition to the benefits Tarlton would enjoy, the certification process would give Tarlton more firsthand experience with the services its clients were starting to request. This was the way to go. The new building features high-efficiency water fixtures; highly efficient building systems and low-emission materials for wall and floor coverings, ceilings and other furnishes (all improving indoor air quality); floor-to-ceiling windows on the north side to provide abundant light without excessive heat or glare; a cistern to collect rainwater; and a bicycle rack and showers to encourage employees to bike to work. Over time, Tarlton has updated its campus to be more sustainable, recycling all products possible; reusing vehicle waste oil to heat the maintenance facility; installing a 25 kilowatt solar array on the rooftop; installing 10-foot-diameter ventilation fans and improved high-bay lighting in the open work area to use less energy and provide greater employee comfort; and retrofitting lighting in the maintenance facility to provide brighter light and use less energy.

ABOUT TARLTON Tarlton is a St. Louis-based general contracting and construction management firm in business since 1946. A nationally certified Women’s Business Enterprise, Tarlton is closely held, client-driven and employs an average 250 people, including highly skilled tradespeople. Tarlton provides wide-ranging preconstruction and construction services for diverse renovation and new construction projects ranging from $10,000 to $100 million. © 2010 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 nonprofit corporation.

Architect : Christner Inc. Construction Manager: Tarlton Corp. Civil Engineer: Stock & Associates Consulting Engineers Inc. Structural Engineer: Alper Audi Inc. Mechanical Engineer: C & R Mechanical Co. Electrical Engineer: PayneCrest Electric & Communications Photographs Courtesy of: Tarlton

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UNIVERSITY CITY CITY HALL UNIVERSITY CITY, MISSOURI

50%

of construction waste diverted from landfills

Insulated Smart panels Single-glazed window sashes converted to

glass, saving energy

turn

lights on/off according to the time of day, improving energy efficiency

LEED Facts ®

University City City Hall Renovation University City, MO LEED for New Construction v2.1 Certification awarded March 18, 2008

Certified 29 pts awarded Sustainable Sites

8/14

Water Efficiency

2/12

Energy & Atmosphere

Materials & Resources Indoor Environmental Quality

4/29 4/26

Innovation & Design

7/14 4/4

CHAPTER PROJECT PROFILE UNIVERSITY CITY CITY HALL RENOVATION

City Hall is First LEED® Certified Municipal Building in St. Louis Region Blending History and Sustainability HISTORICAL BACKGROUND

Completed in 1904 as operational headquarters for E.G. Lewis’s Women’s Magazine, University City City Hall carries strong associations with the Louisiana Purchase Exposition hosted by St. Louis in the same year. This event drew millions of visitors to a largely unpopulated section of the city, providing the impetus both for the erection of City Hall and the development of University City. City Hall remains the St. Louis area’s finest office building giving full expression to the Beaux Arts ideal of integrating the allied arts of architecture, sculpture, and painting. City Hall illustrates the then-progressive notion of City Beautiful as it was the first building constructed in University City’s formally planned civic center.

PROJECT BACKGROUND

Trivers Associates was charged with the sensitive introduction of modern building requirements into a historic setting. This complete renovation included the modernization of the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems in conjunction with the implementation of sustainable design strategies. Continuous occupation of renovated spaces required early consideration in the design and programming due to the required construction phasing. Development of a detailed phasing plan, coupled with swing space allocation, and other critical path considerations were continually addressed in the project’s engineering and design. Foremost in Trivers’ consideration was the preservation of the historical accuracy of the building while employing green practices.

“University City is to be congratulated for achieving LEED® Certification for the renovation of its City Hall. The certification sends a message that University City and Trivers care about the health of the building’s users and employees. Everyone’s comfort, safety and well-being will benefit from the fresh air and natural day light.” -Rick Fedrizzi, President, CEO, Founding Chair, U.S. Green Building Council

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS

Based on requests from the City, the Trivers team designed a renovation plan that successfully maintained the integrity of the historic architecture while lessening environmental impacts. The LEED® Certification of City Hall was the result of a number of green design and construction features that positively impacted the project and the broader community. Sustainable, energy saving strategies include: 1.) the introduction of smart panels, which turn lights off and on according to the time of day to improve energy efficiency; 2.) the conversion from existing single-glazed window sashes to insulated glass to save energy; 3.) the installation of waterless urinals and dual-flush flushometers to assist in water conservation; 4.) the implementation of an energy efficient mechanical system which provides ample outside air to improve indoor air quality; 5.) the diversion of 50% of construction waste from the landfill through recycling; 6.) the maximization of interior daylighting which reduces the need for interior electric lighting. Every aspect of the restoration was designed to reduce energy output and save on utility costs.

ABOUT UNIVERSITY CITY CITY HALL

With a diameter of 84 feet, the octagonal tower rises to a height of 135 feet from a rusticated limestone basement and first story. The upper bearing walls have similar light tones of buff-gray brick and light cream terra cotta. The interior features a grand staircase and a steel column and beam structural system. The building’s crowning feature is a graceful copper dome that houses a hand-lift mechanized searchlight. In March, 2008, City Hall was awarded a LEED® Certified rating by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) for its sustainable building renovation – one of the first municipal facilities in the State of Missouri to obtain this certification.

Architect: Trivers Associates Commissioning Agent: William Tao & Associates Contractor: Vince Kelly Construction Interior Designer: Trivers Associates LEED® Consultant: William Tao & Associates MEP/FP & Structural Engineers: William Tao & Associates Owner: City of University City Project Size: 34,344 Square Feet Photographs Courtesy: Alise O’Brien Photography

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WILLIAM A. KERR FOUNDATON OFFICE St. Louis, Missouri

50%

of construction materials locally

sourced

20%

of energy requirements

generated from solar and wind power

80%

of construction waste diverted

from landfills

LEED® Facts William A Kerr Foundation Office St. Louis, MO

LEED for New Construction Version 2.1

Certification awarded July 25, 2007

Platinum

58*

Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy & Atmosphere

12/14 4/5 15/17

Materials & Resources

9/13

Indoor Environmental Quality 13/15

Innovation & Design

5/5

*Out of a possible [69] points

LEED PROJECT PROFILE WILLIAM A. KERR FOUNDATION OFFICE

Urban Pioneer Sees Potential in Late 1800’s Building Platinum project sprouts and changes the face of the St. Louis Riverfront PROJECT BACKGROUND The William A. Kerr Foundation transformed a historically significant building in a blighted area of downtown St. Louis, Missouri into an educational showplace for sustainable strategies. In so doing, the award-winning 21 O’Fallon St. project was the first building within the City of St. Louis to attain the highest Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating of Platinum.

“Everyone should be so lucky as to be able to work or hangout in a building like this.” John Sweet, Trustee, William A. Kerr Foundation.

The late 1800’s-era building was originally constructed as a bathhouse, due to its location atop a natural mineral spring, and the building was in desperate need of repair. It had most recently functioned as a warehouse and a paint shop prior to its purchase by William A. Kerr Foundation trustee, Dr. John Sweet, to be used for the foundations' offices and public educational activities. The trustees of the William A. Kerr foundation made a commitment to both the environment, through sustainable design and construction, and to the community by creating an office space setting that also serves as a learning center to teach the community how to incorporate sustainability into buildings and their daily lives. The Foundation is located just North of Downtown St. Louis along the Riverfront.

STRATEGIES AND RESULTS The building’s project team saw as many possibilities as the trustees, which led to the start of a truly integrated design approach. The entire team worked together from the onset to give new life to this building. Every member believed in the project and had a strong desire to find the full potential of this small building with an interesting past. Instead of struggling for ways to capture or keep a LEED point, the team used innovative strategies that added points to the scorecard at little or no additional cost to construction. The building site was strategically selected to not only incorporate the renovation of an existing building but also because of its close proximity to the “trail head” of the North Riverfront Trail. Use of this trail which is connected to the Great Rivers Greenway trail system is a main focus of the building. The building contains office, meeting, educational, and storage spaces, as well as unfinished “future” space, a kitchen for events, and a garden roof terrace. Notable design strategies on the inside include recycled wood joists, recycled kitchen cabinetry, relocated steel columns and beams, many operable and stationary windows and skylights, and amenities to support the bike trail. A raised plenum office floor is complemented by various floorcoverings such as bamboo, cork and Marmoleum. Behind the scenes are low-flow plumbing fixtures, a tankless hot water heater and energy demand based system, and energy efficient HVAC and lighting systems. In addition to Brownfield remediation, bioswales and rain barrels, the exterior boasts a green roof system, solar photovoltaics and a wind turbine. Educational signage is incorporated throughout the building to teach guests about the sustainable materials and techniques used within the structure. The building continues to support sustainability in its day-to-day operations through an ongoing recycling program, use of biodegradable and recycled paper products, and implementation of a green cleaning plan.” The project was successful in recycling, material reuse, and using local materials. Waste wood was reused and workers were allowed to take home any scraps for personal use. The Foundation supported the local Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore through the purchase of cabinets. Over 50% of construction materials were from local sources.

Architect: TMA Architects LLC Commissioning Agent: Solutions MEP Contractor: Trumpet LLC. Landscape Architect: Acorn Landscapes LEED Consultant: Vertegy Lighting Designer: Solutions AEC MEP Engineer: Solutions AEC Owner: William A. Kerr Foundation Consulting Engineer: McGinnis & Associates Renewable Energy Design/Build Contractor: The Energy Savings Store Green Roof Design/Build Contractor: Green Roof Blocks Photographs Courtesy of: Tim Montgomery

ABOUT WILLIAM A. KERR FOUNDATION As stated in the Foundation’s Mission, “The William A. Kerr Foundation is dedicated to funding and helping groups committed to projects designed to improve education, enrich the environment, and promote health and accessibility.” It is a private family foundation established in May 1998. The Foundation is managed by John H.K. Sweet and William R. Sweet, co-trustees, in St. Louis, Missouri and Walnut Creek, California. The Foundation is dedicated to its grantor William Ashton Kerr (1907-1997). William A Kerr was an accomplished CPA, investor, and world traveler. He enjoyed the beauty of nature and the people and cultures he encountered during his travels. He lived a self-sufficient and independent life helping others. The Foundation exemplifies Mr. Kerr’s ideals in its outreach to the community. ©c 2010 USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, a Missouri 501c3 non-profit corporation.

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