USACE Takes Going Green to New Heights
Abstract
It's been called the new centerpiece of the city of Alexandria, Virginia. It is the new multistory Department of Defense (DOD) administrative office complex. The facility is not only the tallest structure in the region but also the tallest building ever erected by the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). LEED Certification What isn't as obvious as the size of the building is something that may be more impressive. This is the first project of this size where the Corps is working for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold building certification and the only one in the region that will save 30 percent of the energy of a traditional complex and save taxpayers millions. LEED is an internationally recognized green building certification system that was developed by the United States Green Building Council. There are different levels of certification, based on the number of points earned; LEED Gold is one of the top certifications, earning 60 79 points. Other certifications are Certified (40 49 points); Silver the minimum level to be achieved for federal buildings (50-59 points); and Platinuum (80-100 points). The rating system is centered around prerequisites, credits and points per credit--with credits based on possibler environmental impacts and human benefits.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 2010
- Accession Number
- ADA560232
Entities
People
- Joanne Castagna
Organizations
- United States Army Engineer School