Case Study: TECHNOLOGY SQUARE RESEARCH BLDG.

 Atlanta Better Building Challenge
“Working with the Atlanta BBC has helped us learn & discover some of the latest technologies & innovations that are available in the energy & water efficiency & sustainability space. We have been able to implement a number of strategies that have resulted in significant financial savings, as well as allowing us to be better environmental stewards of our community.”
Victor R. Clements,
The University Financing
Foundation, Inc.

TECHNOLOGY SQUARE
RESEARCH BLDG.

WE TOOK THE CHALLENGE

20% WATER & ENERGY REDUCTION BY 2020

Georgia Tech Research Institute has had a long commitment to high performance buildings and sustainability, and joined the Atlanta Better Buildings Challenge in November 2011. Joining the Atlanta BBC was a commitment not only to the University’s performance, but also to the community as a good citizen helping to carry Atlanta forward. Georgia Tech Research Institute hopes to lead other universities to join the Atlanta BBC and support the effort to help Atlanta become a top-tier sustainable city.

BUILDING SPECS:

Owner: TUFF Yamacraw LLC
Year Built: 2002
Square Feet: 200,459
Floors: 5
Structure: Steel, Glass &
Cladding
Building Use: Office & Research
No. Of Occupants: 400
ENERGY STAR Score: 62
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