SBS offers LEED feasibility/Gap Analyses that provide valuable insight into the time commitment, level of resources necessary, potential performance lags present within a building’s systems, quantitative and qualitative methods to be utilized, and costs associated with the LEED certification process. Equipped with this knowledge, clients can make the most informed decisions regarding the pursuit of certification.

Additional Considerations – LEED for Existing Buildings Operations and Maintenance

Properly assessing an existing facility for the pursuit of LEED-EBOM Certification includes adherence to several baseline energy performance criteria, the first of which is the determination of an Energy Star Rating or Energy Use Index of the building. Simply stated, this prerequisite ascertains whether or not the building will meet the mandatory LEED energy consumption requirements. Throughout our performance of the Gap Analysis, the SBS team will focus careful attention to this crucial factor while also evaluating all of the LEED prerequisites for compliance. The results of our study will be accompanied by a preliminary LEED-EBOM scorecard with a credit-by-credit analysis of any potential upfront capital expenses, any ongoing operational changes (or expenses) required, and any upfront professional service costs (ie operations and maintenance policy/procedure writing) that may be associated with the certification process.

Additional Considerations – LEED for New Construction / Commercial Interiors^®Certification

Properly assessing a project for LEED-NC or LEED-CI Certification includes evaluation of the architect’s/engineer’s proposed design for mandatory LEED prerequisites. The SBS team has the knowledge and experience necessary to be able to determine if the intended design of the building’s envelope/shell and mechanical/electrical systems are in conformance with LEED standards and any cost, schedule, quality, or performance factors that may come into effect if these design elements are not met. The results of our study will be accompanied by a preliminary LEED scorecard which is a credit-by-credit analysis that describes any necessary system modifications or potential enhancements as well as any cost implications that should be considered as part of the path to project certification.

THE TRIPLE BOTTOM LINE

Sustainability is Responsibility. At its core, three major factors that often affect the decision to pursue sustainability include environmental, social, and fiscal initiatives, policies and overall responsibilities. Sometimes the mission is engaged solely on the basis of one of these factors, but nevertheless those embracing the trends benefit in all three main areas regardless of their predetermined goals.

Sustainable Design and Construction methodologies are quickly becoming an everyday occurrence at project planning tables around the globe. Since the USGBC (United States Green Building Council) first developed the LEED rating system in 1993 the environmentally oriented movement has been gaining momentum throughout every phase of project delivery.

At Sustainable Building Solutions we have developed a proven process by which we help guide the project team to help make those sustainable initiatives become reality.

A QUALIFIED TEAM

Our Team of LEED^® Professionals work with other project team members to effectively develop and incorporate cost-effective green building options based on the specific needs of each individual project. All of our team members have substantial construction, engineering or design experience. Key members of our team of LEED^® Accredited Professionals are also Pervious Concrete Certified through the National Ready Mix Concrete Association. The Sustainable Building Solutions professionals have been trained by the U.S. Green Building Council and regularly attend detailed training sessions focused on new methods and alternatives regarding sustainability and construction.

In the initial stages of planning, our team analyzes each project phase to assess which environmental options are most appropriate and responsible. We provide solutions for companies at all budget levels with recommendations on site use, selection of materials, and building systems and equipment. We are a solutions provider that customizes our level of services and offerings to meet or exceed the immediate and long-term needs of our clients.

MARKETPLACE

Sustainability is not unique to any industry. The marketplace for improving the built environment is extensive and includes a limitless array of opportunities for anyone interested in learning how decisions made today can impact their bottom line for years to come.

The staff at Sustainable Building Solutions are experienced professionals with relevant experience in sustainability, architecture, engineering, and business management. Markets served throughout the tenure of our personnel include:

• Commercial
• Industrial
• Healthcare
• Institutional
• Governmental
• Education
• Higher Education
• Office
• Retail
• Sports/Entertainment
• Tenant Improvement
• Multi-Family Residential
• Hospitality
• Renovation/Retrofit
• Historic
• Environmentally Sensitive/Hazardous

Sustainable Building Solutions™ is a proud ENERGY STAR® Service and Product Provider(SSP) partner. One of only twenty partners in the state of Wisconsin, Sustainable Building Solutions™ has the experience and knowledge that acquiring an ENERGY STAR for your building requires. SBS looks forward to working with your company to achieve the prestigious ENERGY STAR.

Sustainable Building Solutions™ believes businesses benefit financially by continually improving their management of energy resources, and the environment benefits from reduced levels of related pollution. We are proud to offer services and products that can assist businesses who have committed to the goals of ENERGY STAR.

For more information about ENERGY STAR, please follow the link.

ENERGY STAR

Fitwel Viral Response Module

Fitwel’s Viral Response Module launched as a third-party certification of practices and policies built upon the latest public health research on mitigating the spread of contagious diseases. The module emphasizes key building optimization strategies designed to reduce disease transmission and create healthy environments for occupants across commercial and residential portfolios or individual assets. The baseline requirements cover the indoor environment, building occupant trust, behavioral change, and specific chemicals in cleaning products. While initially originated to control the spread of COVID-19, the module will continue to evolve with further research on infectious respiratory diseases.