NORTH ACADEMIC BUILDING GREEN BUILDING CASE STUDY

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North Academic Building 6200 Frank Avenue NE, North Canton, Ohio Anticipated Rating: LEED for Schools, v3.0, Silver Project Area: 41,000 SF Date of Completion: August, 2011 Program: Instructional classrooms, offices and labs.

North Academic Building – South and East Entrances

Program Eight classrooms | Eight computer labs | Hydraulics, concrete and surveying labs | Nine offices | Nursing mothers’ room. The Project Located on the northeast corner of campus, the North Academic Building serves as a gateway to the main campus. From site selection to daily implementation of green housekeeping practices, the project objectives create an energy efficient, healthy, and user-friendly workplace demonstrating Stark State College’s commitment to campus sustainability. Challenged with a tight construction schedule and budget, real value was achieved in lowered operating costs from reduced energy consumption, extensive daylighting and improved air quality, and a healthy workplace. This project is anticipated to be the first LEED-certified building on Stark State College’s main campus.

Landscaping in the Eco-Garden

Site Dense urban location | Public transportation access| High emissivity roofing | Light pollution reduction The project is located within walking distance of numerous community resources including restaurants, offices, banking, retail, day care facility and even a theater. Public transportation access and a variety of residential areas also support the surrounding community life. High emissivity roofing reflects heat back into the atmosphere reducing the urban heat island effect. Outdoor lighting is important for human safety. However, if not designed correctly, light trespass can affect a site’s nocturnal ecosystem and limit night sky observations. Using minimum light levels can create both a safe place and conserve energy. Water Use Water Efficient Landscaping | Efficient plumbing fixtures

Installation of drought resistant landscaping, low flow lavatories, dual flush toilets and waterless urinals all contribute to a 40% reduction in water use when compared to a conventional building.

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Northeast stairwell overlooking the intersection at Mega and Frank

Energy & Atmosphere

25% average annual energy use reduction | Energy efficient lighting and control systems | Energy Star/EPEAT appliances and equipment | Enhanced refrigerant management | Enhanced commissioning

Building design, efficient HVAC systems, improved wall insulation and window systems aim to reduce energy use by over 25% when compared to a conventional building designed to meet ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2007. Additional commissioning and thermal imaging of the exterior envelope will help ensure that the project will meet design expectations.

Rooftop solar thermal panels produce 2% of building’s energy

Mounted on the roof, a solar powered water heating system provides pre-heated water to four (4) domestic hot water storage tanks that in turn supply a domestic water heater that provides the rest of the building with hot water. The solar panels will provide 2.13% of the energy required to operate the building.

Zoning of lighting controls are specific to use and direction of available daylight. Nonregularly occupied areas such as offices and meeting rooms are fitted with occupancy sensors. Manual switches and individual task lights are provided for increased user comfort and controllability. Over 90% of the equipment and appliances meet Energy Star efficiency standards and Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) green standards.

Interior recycling stations collect paper, plastic, glass, metal, paper and cardboard. Exterior stations collect plastic, glass and metal. Materials

+75% diversion of construction waste | Recycled, renewable, reused materials and furnishings | Regionally sourced materials | Waste recycling program

Keeping step with the main campus, recycling is prominent within the facility. Plastics, glass, metal, cardboard and paper are collected. Both waste and recycling per capita rates will be measured to further encourage waste reduction and increase recycling percentages. Over 75% of the construction and demolition debris was diverted from the landfills. Much of it was recycled or reused off site. A deliberate effort was made to specify materials that were manufactured locally and have recycled content such as concrete, steel, gypsum board, ceiling tiles, carpet tiles, glass, furniture, etc… A large portion of the furniture and furnishings are reused from the main campus or purchased as refurbished items. This greatly reduces demand for virgin materials.

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Typical classroom daylighting with dimmable lighting fixtures

Indoor Environmental Quality

Air quality management during construction | Indoor chemical & pollutant control | Low VOC construction materials and furnishings | High lighting and thermal comfort control | Green housekeeping program To improve overall Indoor Air Quality and directly benefit occupant wellbeing, the project exceeds minimum ASHRAE 62.1 – 2007 requirements for outdoor air ventilation. Monitoring systems will ensure ventilation systems maintain minimum design requirements. An Indoor Air Quality construction plan was created to restrict dust and odor pollutants during the construction phase. Use of low VOC adhesives, paints and sealants, carpeting systems and ceiling tiles further reduce potential indoor air contaminants. Green housekeeping products and practices throughout the facility reduce exposure of building occupants and maintenance personnel to potentially hazardous chemical contaminants that adversely impact air quality, occupant well-being, and the environment. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Green Building Rating System® (LEED) Developed by: United States Green Building Council (USGBC) Website: www.usgbc.org The LEED Green Building Rating System® is a voluntary, consensus-based national standard for developing high-performance, sustainable buildings. Case study prepared by the Stark State College Sustainability Task Force, www.starkstate.edu/goinggreen.

North Academic Building – Eco Garden

Building as a Teaching Tool The North Academic Building will be used as a teaching tool to heighten students’ awareness of environmental issues using strategies such as:

Exposed mechanical and structural systems on the lower level adjacent to lab areas

Narrative plaques located throughout the building to illustrate sustainable design features

Eco-Garden designed to be a sustainable site learning lab by: o Illustrating a typical approach to overall

sustainable site design o Requiring no potable water through use of

native, drought resistant plants and rain water collection

o Naturally cleaning and infiltrating stormwater runoff through bioswale and biofiltration systems

Community Education Efforts Stark State College is committed to advancing sustainability not only on campus but also throughout the community. In collaboration with regional institutions, organizations and businesses, the College is working to establish the Stark County Education Network for Environmental Sustainability or SCENES to promote economic viability, environmental awareness and social responsibility within Stark County. Website: www.starkscenes.org.