High-Profile: 2023-2024 Green Supplement:

December 2023

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Net-positive ‘Living Village’ Underway for Yale Divinity School

Renderings courtesy of Bruner/Cott Architects

Boston – Bruner/Cott Architects announced that a project is underway on a new 45,000sf, 4.5 acre Living Village, a first-of-its-kind graduate student residential building, for Yale Divinity School (YDS). Upon meeting the rigorous guidelines of the Living Building Challenge (LBC 4.0), the net-positive project will be the largest LBC living-certified residence on a university campus and the first in the Ivy League. A groundbreaking for the project took place on Oct. 11.

First conceived in 2016, Yale commissioned Bruner/Cott and McLennan Design (creator of LBC) to conduct a comprehensive study for the project. An initial contribution of $2 million from Yale supporters George and Carol Bauer allowed the initiative to proceed. Bruner/Cott was reengaged

by Yale Office of Facilities to lead the project’s design team, working with contributors including Höweler + Yoon Architecture and Andropogon Associates.

Holistically connecting with the school’s existing 1932 Delano & Aldrich quadrangle, the Living Village will serve multiple purposes. It will be designed to make an ecological statement about the need to build in harmony with the natural world while training students to become “apostles of the environment;” provide an experience of intentional community for students who will lead and form communities in their careers; provide below-market rental rates to reduce student debt; and feature a forwardlooking design that promotes inclusivity and belonging.

Phase one of the project includes hous-

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ing for 50 students and family members surrounding a central courtyard, a water commons, amphitheater, community terrace, and regenerative landscape. The below-market-rate residential units will range from single “monastic” rooms supported by shared kitchens to one and two-bedroom apartments. Included will be lounge space, study areas, and a community kitchen, supporting YDS celebrations and events. Additional units are planned for a second construction phase of the project, reaching 150 in all.

Net-positive aspects of the building include energy, water, and waste; utilizing photovoltaic roof and canopy; and on-site water reuse, treatment, and storm water management. The building materials utilized will be environmentally benign and locally sourced. Real-time water and energy usage monitoring will provide residents and the broader campus community with firsthand experience in learning the benefits of living sustainably in balance with nature.

“Yale’s new Living Building Village will teach lessons of sustainability through contemporary, regenerative architecture, and landscape design that harmonizes old and new,” said Bruner/Cott partner and principal, Jason Jewhurst, AIA. “It will inspire all who experience it to deepen their connection with the natural environment.”

“Above all, we expect the Living Village to stand as a resounding expression of our theological commitment to conserving the Earth’s resources and creating a more sustainable future,” said YDS Dean Gregory E. Sterling.

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How Battery Manufacturers are Adapting to a Changing Market

By John Glenski In a sector witnessing swift changes, battery manufacturers are adopting digital transformation. This article delves into the factors fueling this transition and examines how businesses are transforming the methods behind crafting cutting-edge energy storage solutions.

The Drivers that are Impacting Battery Manufacturing A number of interconnected drivers are coming together to create shifts in the needs of battery manufacturers, including: • Stricter environmental policies require greener processes and materials, spurring sustainable technology investments.

• EV market growth is pushing innovation in efficiency and speed.

• Increased wind and solar use require advanced, large-capacity battery storage.

• Geopolitical and supply chain factors are pushing onshoring (domestic manufacturing).

• Technological innovations like sensors and AI algorithms are enhancing efficiency, quality control, and maintenance prediction.

• Intensified competition and evolving consumer demands are requiring continuous innovation.

These drivers collectively serve as a catalyst for change, propelling manufacturers to look beyond traditional approaches and embrace innovative methods that will not only redefine their business models but also set new industry standards.

The Rise of Digital Techniques and Automation in Battery Manufacturing Across all manufacturing sectors, there is increasing conversation about the digital transformation of manufacturing/

production and related industries through smart technology and interconnected devices, enhancing automation, data exchange, and real-time analysis. For the energy storage sector, adoption of these ideas is accelerated as rapid growth pushes manufacturers to build and expand.

At Salas O’Brien, here are the opportunities we’re seeing within this space: Enhancing Efficiency with Digital Twins Digital twins, virtual models of physical entities, mirror real-world objects, systems, or processes using technology to gather data. This digital model offers real-time insights and decision support.

In battery manufacturing, digital twins enable a shift from reactive to proactive management. They facilitate riskfree scenario planning, performance optimization, and future maintenance

prediction on the factory floor. Crucially, they allow for testing assumptions and validating decisions without disrupting operations, and provide digital training opportunities, conserving physical resources.

Closing the Skills Gap with Augmented Reality Augmented reality (AR) transforms standard operating procedures (SOPs) on factory floors into interactive, virtual learning experiences. While SOPs ensure smooth, safe, and compliant operations, AR enhances them by simulating realworld tasks, like gearbox operations, in a virtual setting. This immersive method shortens the learning curve for new equipment and process adaptation.

Additionally, AR has the power to expedite the dissemination and adoption of best practices, modernizing workforce training and documentation.

Enhancing Automation with Cobots Collaborative robotics – or “cobots” – are especially effective at automating repetitive and labor-intensive tasks.

Combining the precision, speed, and consistency of cobots with human ingenuity and problem-solving skills optimizes operations. They effectively automate repetitive tasks, reducing employee fatigue and enabling staff to focus on higher-value work.

Creating Transparency with Track and Trace Digital track and trace systems in battery manufacturing offer comprehensive monitoring and analysis of material and product flows through the supply

chain. These systems enhance visibility, ensure compliance, and bolster quality control while optimizing resource use. They also safeguard against fraud and validate compliance and quality, crucial in interconnected manufacturing ecosystems.

Hiring a Champion to Oversee Digital Transformation Depending on the company’s specific needs and structure, we are also seeing an increase in hires for a Chief Digital Officer (CDO). This role usually involves setting the company’s digital strategy and leading efforts to implement digital solutions such as data analytics, machine learning, automation, and other technologies. The person in this position usually collaborates closely with other C-suite executives and reports directly to the CEO or the board and has a significant impact on the company’s strategic direction and competitive positioning.

Like many in the manufacturing sector, battery manufacturers confront common industry challenges. However, the rapid expansion of their market is demanding exceptionally swift adaptation and innovation.

John Glenski serves as a principal, automation & digital solutions at Salas O’Brien. He can be contacted at john. glenski@salasobrien.com.

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Details Announced for 2024 International Mass Timber Conference

Portland, OR – Trifecta Collective and WoodWorks, the producers for the International Mass Timber Conference, announced updates for the 8th annual event, set for March 26-28, 2024 in Portland, Ore. Over 3,000 attendees from 39 countries attended last year’s conference at the Oregon Convention Center in March, an increase of 900 from the year before. Preparations are being made for even more attendees in 2024.

The 2024 theme is “Timber Beyond

Boundaries,” which compliments the conference’s annual tradition of expanding capacity, functionality, and attendee experience. For 2024, the Mass Timber Conference has launched upgrades that include optimizing the location of the exhibit halls and educational tracks; doubling the seating capacity of the educational track rooms to 900-1,000 seats per track; enhancing and simplifying hotel room reservations; creating a second Portland buildings tour to serve increasing demand;

expanding the exhibit hall an additional 30,000sf; and adding two pre-conference mass timber workshops, hosted by WoodWorks, on March 26: a basics workshop titled “A Comprehensive Introduction to Mass Timber Design” and an advanced workshop titled “Advancements in Timber: Cutting-Edge Mass Timber Research and Design.”

In addition, the conference is partnering with the Urban Land Institute (ULI) – specifically ULI Northwest and the ULI Randall Lewis Center

for Sustainability – for its first-ever educational track dedicated to developers.

One of four educational tracks, ULI’s Track 4, is titled “Developer Outlook: Building the Business Case for Mass Timber.”

Conference partners also include Province of British Columbia and the USDA Forest Service. To register or find out more about reserving exhibit space or sponsoring the event, visit masstimberconference.com.

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PROCON has designed and built the first WELL Certified and LEED Certified building in New Hampshire, Unitil's Seacoast Operations Center in Exeter.

The 54,000 SF two-story office building has a warehouse, garage for operations vehicles, a vehicle wash bay, and workshop/lab spaces for other departments.

Some LEED AND WELL features include: Collection of stormwater from the roof used to wash vehicles in the wash bay High-performance building envelope with 4" insulated metal wall panels (R-30) and R-41 insulation Use of biophilic design, including a living wall EV Charging stations in the building for fleet vehicles and outside for employees GOLD

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First All-electric Multi-unit Ownership Development Opens in Boston Boston – The Secretary of Housing for Massachusetts, Edward Augustus, recently joined Oxbow Urban LLC, DVM Housing Partners (formerly DVM Consulting), local elected officials, and Roxbury residents for the grand opening of Saige on Fountain.

The over $21.9 million, transitoriented homeownership development has created 40 new mixed-income affordable homes for first time homebuyers in Roxbury. The development of the new homes is part of the mayor’s initiative to create homeownership opportunities on vacant underutilized land, preferably near existing transit hubs.

Kevin Maguire of Oxbow Urban, in collaboration with DVM Housing Partners and Our Village Initiative, developed the new affordable homes as part of this administration’s commitment to creating more homeownership in Boston. The new affordable homes are being sold to first-time buyers in Boston making 55% of the area median income and above. The development is the result of a public/private collaboration between the neighborhood, the City of Boston, MassHousing and a private developer.

Saige on Fountain utilized vacant land in addition to strong financial support from the City of Boston and MassHousing.

(l-r): Chris Rooney, Mayors Office of Housing, City of Boston; Mark Teden, VP of multifamily programs, MassHousing; Kevin Maguire, founder of Oxbow Urban, LLC; Christine O’Keefe, Mayors Office of Housing, City of Boston; Ed Augustus, secretary, Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, Commonwealth of MA; Dariela Villón- Maga, president and owner of DVM Housing Partners; Molly Lockwood, The Life Initiative; and Karen Rebaza, deputy director Boston Home Center, City of Boston / Photo courtesy of Sam Williams, Nine Acre Photography

the development planning, the Tommy’s Rock Neighborhood Association and residents from the Fountain Hill Square Condominium Association worked to agree on a plan that met neighborhood priorities while maintaining financial feasibility. The Mayor’s Office of Housing was an active participant in the early discussions between the neighborhood and Oxbow Urban.

DVM Housing Partners worked with Maguire and Oxbow Urban to put together a top-tier team to bring Saige to life. From design to delivery – the women-led “Women of Saige” team included 10+ local women leaders that made this project a reality. Each drew upon their individual expertise to ensure Saige on Fountain represented the neighborhood and delivered a first-class

homeownership experience.

Saige on Fountain is the first all-electric multi-unit ownership development in the city. The development will meet the U.S. Green Building Council LEED Homes Gold certifiable standard while also meeting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star standards.

Marina on Martha’s Vineyard Completes Solar Installation

The outdoor space will be dedicated to community member Ruthie Burton’s (pictured) legacy and involvement in making the project a reality.

The long vacant parcel of land, cleared as part of the Washington Park Urban Renewal efforts over 50 years ago, was previously owned by the Fountain Hill Square Condominium Association (FHSCA). In searching for a buyer, FHSCA was determined to sell to a buyer that committed to building ownership housing in the spirit of the Urban Renewal vision for the neighborhood. Oxbow Urban, having worked before with the City of Boston as part of the Neighborhood Homes Initiative, purchased the land and worked closely with the neighborhood and the Mayor’s Office of Housing to make the vision a reality. Throughout

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Vineyard Haven, MA – The Safe Harbor Vineyard Haven marina and boatyard recently installed 32 solar modules/solar panels on top of its marina offices.

Battling the forecasted hurricane in mid-September, the solar energy system was installed and is engineered to withstand up to 140 mph winds.

“We are delighted to add solar energy to our Vineyard Haven marina. This new, robust system helps offset our energy usage to become increasingly neutral,” said Chris Scott, general manager of Safe Harbor Vineyard Haven and Safe Harbor Edgartown. “The solar installation is part of our organization’s focus on renewable energy and environmental stewardship.”

The solar project is as large as Eversource will currently permit and includes 32 modules, 400 watts each. The 12.8kW system can generate 16,752kWh annually.

Safe Harbor Vineyard Haven, an AMI Accredited Clean and Resilient Marina, is a full-service facility that includes slips, valet racks (in & out rack service), inside storage, mechanic shop, and fuel dock.

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Assessing the Embodied Carbon in our Building Practices

By John D. Hyde After years of focusing on operational carbon reduction, it has become evident that this approach alone will not mitigate the building industry’s climate impact.

As such, we’re turning our attention toward reducing embodied carbon emissions. Building owners, designers, contractors, and product manufacturers must understand the impact of embodied carbon emissions and work together to minimize them. Since reliable data is limited, we need full industry participation, knowledge sharing, and transparency to tackle embodied carbon.

Identifying and setting embodied carbon goals at the outset of a project is critical. Owners must clearly define and communicate carbon emissions goals and empower the team to achieve them. The goal can be simple, such as measuring the embodied carbon emissions of discrete elements like steel and concrete, or more complicated, such as measuring the embodied carbon emissions of all

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building components – structure, MEP systems, enclosure, and interior finishes – from mining through completion.

Reducing carbon emissions requires close collaboration. It’s critical to assemble an experienced, motivated team, and establish expectations from the outset. How many assessment iterations will be required during preconstruction?

Will one be required when construction is completed? Embodied carbon assessments will require additional time and money.

However, their costs are minimal as the assessments are often conducted parallel with cost budgeting efforts to streamline the process.

During the design phase of a project, analysts use Environmental Product Declaration sheets (EPDs), material quantities, and software to complete cradle-to-gate assessments. EPDs are produced by manufacturers and verified by independent third-party agencies to ensure their accuracy. EPDs can be used to compare the environmental impacts of materials and help select those with a lower environmental impact. Using thirdparty verified EPDs is good practice and will improve the accuracy and credibility of an assessment.

Focus on the most energy-intensive and impactful elements, such as concrete, steel, insulation, glass, and HVAC

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systems. Steel and concrete typically have the most embodied carbon, so evaluating alternatives like light wood framing and mass timber can offer significant opportunities to reduce embodied carbon emissions. Using responsibly sourced wood has the added benefit of biogenic carbon storage, meaning it sequesters carbon from the atmosphere and stores it within the building. When possible, reuse salvaged items and divert them from the landfill; their embodied carbon emissions have already been realized.

Carbon emissions from construction activity are greatly influenced by the contractor’s means and methods, as well as the available energy sources and weather conditions. Assessing jobsite emissions requires close cooperation with subcontractors and vendors since emissions

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from their activities contribute to the overall embodied carbon footprint of the building. Consider your emissions from fossil fuel combustion for trucking, temporary heat, jobsite processes, electricity consumption, and fugitive refrigerants.

Establishing anti-idling policies, procuring regional materials, and purchasing renewable electricity offsets are some simple strategies to deploy.

Beyond upfront embodied carbon emissions, buildings will continue to generate carbon emissions for their entire life cycle. Whether it’s routine maintenance, renovations, systems upgrades, or deconstruction and disposal, all of these events impact the climate and should be considered carefully to reduce their emissions and environmental impact.

Taking steps to reduce embodied carbon emissions produced during construction is more important than ever. There are currently no regulations around embodied carbon reduction in the construction industry. Without change, our building practices will continue to exacerbate climate change for hundreds of years. Reducing embodied carbon in construction is our obligation and is essential for meeting our climate goals.

John D. Hyde, PHIUS Certified Builder, LEED AP is senior sustainability manager at Chapman Construction/Design.

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New Biotechnology Facility Leverages Strength and Sustainability of Mass Timber Lebanon, NH – Adimab, a provider of therapeutic antibody discovery and engineering technology, based in Lebanon, N.H., is expanding its facility.

When the company realized the need for additional space, they looked to architects Christopher Smith and Sylvia Richards, who specialize in sustainable design. Adimab contracted with ReArch Company as the construction manager.

The 3-story, 27,800sf addition, which includes conference rooms, laboratories, offices, and support/core spaces, was built using a mass timber structural system.

A low-carbon alternative to concrete and steel, mass timber is comprised of multiple solid wood panels that are glued together to provide strength and durability. The small trees used for mass timber are fast-growing and replanted in well-managed forests, to ensure a sustainable supply chain. Additionally, wood used in building structures acts as a carbon capture, removing carbon from the atmosphere and storing it for as long as the wood is in use.

The design combines functionality and aesthetics by utilizing column and beam glulam construction to support oneway spanning CLT (wood panel system) floor and roof panels. This construction technique also achieves unobstructed pathways for MEP systems, to free up

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Adimab’s building expansion, constructed of mass timber

head height while creating visually appealing spaces. The expansion also features highly efficient HVAC systems, a well air-sealed and insulated envelope with locally harvested cedar siding, and natural material choices throughout the building.

“It’s exciting to see sustainability

being incorporated in all aspects of construction, from the building design to material selection to construction practices in the field. Mass timber is just one of many sustainable products people will start seeing more of in construction as the industry shifts its focus from not only changing city skylines but doing it with a

positive impact on the environment,” said J.T. Imming, project manager at ReArch Company.

The project team also includes ODEH Engineers, structural engineer, and Bensonwood, timber fabricator.

Construction is anticipated to be completed in early 2024.

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Spectrum IT Completes Vineyard Wind Site Security Project

Video security cameras, installed by Spectrum IT, provide ongoing surveillance of GE wind turbine components and related activity at the 26-acre New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal site.

Dedham, MA – Spectrum Integrated Technologies (Spectrum IT), the lowvoltage technology division of J&M Brown Company, has completed design, construction and integration of security systems at the New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal for GE Renewable Energy.

The project scope included installation of card access and video surveillance for the site. Due to the site’s physical size and its location, the security system infrastructure required state-of-the-art wireless and Cloud-based solutions.

Spectrum IT designed and deployed a 100% wireless transmission system coupled with a Solis battery-powered technology solution to power the security cameras and transmit video surveillance data. The site’s card access security

system communicates via a Cloud-based access control system.

Spectrum IT director of operations and senior project manager, Terry Kilduff, headed the project team, managing the contractor’s crew of IBEW technicians.

Spectrum commenced work in December 2022 and the fast-track project was completed in June.

Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) owns the New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal, which is the onshore construction and staging operations site for Vineyard Wind, the first utility-scale offshore wind energy installation being developed in the U.S. When complete, the 800MW Vineyard Wind 1 project will be comprised of 62 13MW wind turbines installed on monopoles in the Atlantic Ocean approximately 14 miles southeast of Martha’s Vineyard.

GE Renewable Energy is the supplier of the 13MW wind turbines, which are being staged and then transported offshore from the New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal.

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HP Interviews N.A. Manosh Corporation of Morrisville, VT HP: To begin, could you share a brief history of N.A. Manosh Corporation (Manosh), detailing how it was founded in 1959 and the journey it has taken to become the multifaceted company it is today?

MANOSH: In 1959, one man with a backhoe started the H.A. Manosh Corporation. In 1965, Howard Manosh responded to the area’s growing need for accessible clean water by purchasing the company’s first well drilling rig, and the catchphrase “Manosh, by Gosh” took root. Today, under the dynamic leadership of Howard’s son, Nick, the N.A. Manosh Corporation provides water well drilling, construction drilling, and water treatment systems for residential, commercial, municipal, agricultural and industrial clients throughout Vermont and New England.

HP: Then you must have been very busy during the 2023 Vermont flooding?

What services did Manosh provide?

MANOSH: We worked in multiple areas and resources post flood. On the aggregate side, thousands of yards of material were provided to various contractors. The State of Vermont sent truck after truck for days picking up aggregate to shore up the roads and ditches. We built back many roads for the Town of Stannard, as they are a one man crew with limited resources.

On the private well side, many people were out of water due to their wells being contaminated. We provided service to get those wells up and running so clients could have safe drinking water as soon as possible.

For municipalities, we provided tankers of fresh water and monitored them at the hospital so it could stay open and still perform operations in a sterile environment.

With our hydro-vac and septic division, we provided Vactors, pump trucks and personnel to assist in the removal of debris deposited by the flood in the municipal wastewater treatment plants external tanks at multiple locations throughout Vermont.

(l-r): Connor Manosh (Nick’s son), Howard Manosh, and Nick Manosh

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Nick Manosh, owner of N.A. Manosh Corporation

HP: Among the array of services provided, geothermal work stands out.

When did Manosh first venture into geothermal services, and what motivated the company to include this option in its offerings?

MANOSH: In 1980, H.A. Manosh broke ground on its first geothermal project for a New Hampshire Electric Company.

N.A. Manosh really liked the concept of using geothermal energy to heat and cool the home, but the heat pumps were not efficient enough with their use of electricity to make it cost effective for the homeowner or for our firm. Within the last 10 years, heat pumps have become a lot more efficient. Then, in 2012, we completed the largest geothermal project in Vermont at that time, which consisted of 116 wells on the side of a ski slope in Stowe.

In 2022 and 2023, we worked on a large project in Burlington, Vt., which entailed 267 wells drilled and over 60 miles of pipework to complete the project.

HP: Geothermal energy is often praised for its environmental benefits.

How does the company prioritize sustainability and communicate the positive environmental impact of its geothermal services to clients?

MANOSH: Using less fossil fuels and renewable energy has always been an interest for us. Not only do we have a working solar field that powers an aggregate pit, we prioritize sustainability by constantly improving our geothermal installation process and our equipment.

We have switched most of our equipment to being tier 4, which allows us to leave less of a carbon footprint during the installation process. We also convey to our customers once the installation is done, the only energy needed to heat and cool their house/or building is electricity.

Challenges and Solutions in Geothermal Work HP: Geothermal projects can present unique challenges. Could you share some specific challenges the company has encountered in its geothermal work and the innovative solutions that were implemented to overcome them?

MANOSH: Oftentimes, the most difficult challenges faced with geothermal installs is dewatering the drill process and dealing with different rock formations.

We are always looking for better, more efficient, ways of dealing with situations.

One of the ways we do this is utilizing our dual rotary drill with a casing hammer to overcome difficult rock formations.

Geothermal Technology Advancements HP: How has the company embraced advancements in geothermal technology, and what role does it play in your overall service offerings?

A geothermal project in Rockland, Maine

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is heat pump technology. Geothermal heat pump tech has become very user friendly and interactive for customers; and in our services, we provide the flexibility of offering different heat pump configurations to best meet the customer’s needs.

MANOSH: The biggest advancement we have seen in geothermal technology

Drill rig with geothermal pipe run

Geothermal’s Role in Future Growth HP: Looking ahead, how do you envision the role of geothermal services contributing to the continued growth and success of the company, and are there any upcoming developments or projects in the geothermal sector that you are particularly excited about?

MANOSH: We believe that the geothermal division will continue to grow with the growing need for a sustainable heat source. We have fully equipped ourselves to do complete installs from the drilling, grouting, looping, and underground horizontal piping installation, to installing heat pumps and providing customers with manual J calculations and geothermal field designs.

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December 2023

Carbon Neutrality in Design and Construction

By Scott Bates Environmentally conscious clients, especially those in the academic and life science markets, have shifted their focus to constructing new and renovating existing buildings to be carbon neutral. A recent example that showcases this effort was our residence life project with St. Mark’s School and Goody Clancy.

The Patterson-Sculley House was designed and constructed to meet Passive House certification. Sustainable elements that were a part of this program include: • Twenty-one trees were harvested for reuse as building features such as wall paneling.

• The building is all-electric, with no fossil fuels used for heating and airconditioning.

• The solar array installed on the building’s roof produces nearly 300 kWh of power annually, representing close to 40% of the building’s energy needs.

• The substitution of 30% slag in the concrete mix resulted in a reduction of

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278,600 kgCO2eq of global warming potential, equivalent to the embodied carbon of 262 acres of forest for one year.

• The 3-story residence hall only has one elevator, which minimizes the building’s overall energy consumption.

Passive House is just one of many performance-based building certifications that focus on dramatically reducing energy use. Others include LEED, Energy Star, and Living Building Challenge.

More cities and towns in Massachusetts are making carbon neutrality a priority, especially when it comes to construction projects. In 2019, Boston rolled out a Climate Action Plan to make the city carbon neutral by 2050. Part of their

strategy is transitioning to net zero carbon new construction and developing carbon targets to improve existing buildings over time. We’ve also seen similar initiatives in Newton and Somerville and on a national level from the White House with the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act and its clean energy programs.

As carbon neutrality picks up in Massachusetts, various tools have become available for construction projects.

National Grid and Mass Save offer net zero energy and Energy Use Intensity (EUI) reduction incentive programs that create long-lasting energy savings and offset the incremental construction and design service costs associated with the inclusion of more energy-efficient equipment and

systems.

Additionally, Architecture 2030, an independent organization established in 2002 in response to the ongoing climate emergency, has formally launched the Carbon Avoided Retrofit Estimator (CARE) Tool that enables owners, communities, and design teams to quickly quantify the carbon benefits, and understand the value of reuse.

Building reuse represents a significant opportunity to avoid carbon emissions in the immediate future, but until recently, quantifying the carbon “savings” in a retrofit or reuse versus new construction has been challenging and not always accurate. The CARE Tool, however, provides clarity and reliability on which project design and construction option would be most beneficial.

Over the last four decades, Erland has deepened our understanding of sustainable design and construction and developed a network of esteemed architecture and engineering firms, thirdparty consultants, and subcontractors that we partner with to bring a client’s carbonneutral vision to a successful reality.

Together, we will continue to help shape the future of the construction industry and promote climate change through our building practices.

Scott Bates is vice president, strategy & development at Erland Construction.

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New Innovations Offer Exciting Possibilities for Reducing Carbon in Precast Concrete

By Jim Schneider

Many designers instinctively resist the use of concrete in sustainable design, noting obvious reservations regarding the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) generated by the concrete industry. That is not an incorrect observation: the concrete industry does contribute roughly 10% of global CO2 emissions each year (slightly less than the impact made by other building materials).

Concrete, the most abundant manmade material in the world, provides durability, resilience, and quality. It has a relatively low impact on the environment when viewed from a lifecycle perspective, but the concrete industry is stepping up to decrease its initial impact on the climate and reduce greenhouse gas emissions through new approaches to minimize concrete production carbon emissions, reduce Portland cement use, and boost strength with less material.

Reclaiming carbon involves injecting captured industrial carbon into concrete, effectively entombing it there and keeping it out of the atmosphere. Proprietary technologies are available to help projects meet embodied carbon goals by helping to

Missoula Credit Union / Photo courtesy of MMW Architects offset the CO2 emitted in the production of concrete. This strategy can reduce the overall net footprint of the material.

Supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) are another area of focus, as they can reduce the use of Portland cement, which is the primary emitter of greenhouse gases in the production of concrete. Materials like fly ash, slag cement, and silica fume are common examples of SCMs that can bring down cement content in many concretes.

Research is pushing the envelope regarding how much can be used, and many SCMs carry great promise for decreasing the impact of concrete.

Recycled glass can replace about 20% to 30% of cement in most

concretes when ground up. Missoula Credit Union, which was the first LEED platinum building in the state of Montana, used recycled aggregate with a mixture of fly ash and ground glass to achieve a low-impact concrete that eliminated the use of Portland cement.

Doing more with less is another innovative approach to sustainability.

Ultra High Performance Concrete has a minimum strength of 14,000 to 17,000 psi and a flexural strength of at least 1400 psi, enabling building and bridge projects to achieve carbon reduction by reducing material and weight while still delivering a durable, long-lasting end product.

Precast concrete is a long-lasting, durable, efficient, and resilient material that can deliver a high level of performance for many decades. Read the full article in Ascent magazine to learn how the industry is working tirelessly with new innovations to make concrete even better, stronger, and less environmentally impactful.

Jim Schneider, LEED AP is executive director at PCI Mountain States.

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December 2023

$55.3M Adaptive Reuse Project Breaks Ground

Project Designed to Meet Enterprise Green Communities Criteria Holyoke, MA – Holyoke city officials and legislative leaders recently joined WinnDevelopment executives and Massachusetts housing lenders to break ground on a $55.3 million adaptive reuse transformation of a long-vacant, historic mill complex that will be turned into 88 affordable apartment homes for seniors ages 55 and older.

Appleton Mill groundbreaking

Appleton Mill – existing conditions

The redevelopment at the Appleton Mill property in downtown Holyoke will create new loft-style apartments in three interconnected, 111-year-old industrial buildings that were once home to the Farr Alpaca Company and have been vacant for decades. In addition, WinnDevelopment will construct a new community building and connect it to the residential space via a closed skybridge spanning nearby

railroad tracks.

“We’re excited to get to work on preserving this important feature of Holyoke’s proud industrial legacy and transform it into much-needed housing for seniors who want to stay in the community they love,” said WinnDevelopment president and managing partner, Larry Curtis. “This project is the first part of a two-phase redevelopment effort that will revitalize this historic mill complex and provide an economic boost to Holyoke’s downtown.”

All 88 apartments will be reserved for low- and moderate-income seniors, with

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12 units reserved for households below 30% of Area Median Income (AMI), 63 for those below 60% of AMI, and 13 for households below 80% of AMI. Eight of the units will be available to eligible households through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Project Based Voucher program. Five units will be set aside for Massachusetts Department of Mental Health clients through the Facilities Consolidation Fund.

Once the largest alpaca wool mill in the world, the 168,000sf, brick mill complex features nine buildings on six acres. The site has been a priority for redevelopment since the City of Holyoke took title to the property a decade ago.

WinnDevelopment’s work is focused on an 86,000sf section of the complex that includes three structures: Building 4, erected in 1880 and the oldest on the site; Building 5, a storage, washing and sorting facility erected in 1905; and Building 6, also built in 1905 and the largest structure on the property.

Designed to meet the sustainability criteria of Enterprise Green Communities, the new apartment community will be completely fossil fuel free and will feature LED lighting; Energy Star appliances; low-flow, water-conserving plumbing fixtures; and premium roof insulation.

Resident amenity spaces will include on-site management offices, a fitness center, a resident lounge, an outdoor recreation area along the adjacent canal, laundry facilities, and 109 parking spaces.

The project is being led by WinnDevelopment Senior Project Director Matt Robayna, with support from Senior Project Director Lauren Canepari and Assistant Project Director Hagop Toghramadjian.

Keith Construction is serving as general contractor for the construction effort, with The Architectural Team serving as architect. VHB is providing civil engineering and permitting services. Robinson+Cole served as transaction counsel.

The project is scheduled for completion in the spring of 2025.

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December 2023

BE+ Holds 2023 Green Building Showcase Boston – Built Environment Plus (BE+) recently held its 2023 Green Building Showcase Awards Program and Celebration at the newly constructed Amazon L4 Tower in Boston’s Seaport, with over 275 in attendance.

For the second year in a row, HMFH Architects won the Green Building of the Year award for a public school project.

The Annie E. Fales Elementary School in Westborough is the first net-positive energy public school in Massachusetts, capable of generating 11.6% more energy than required to operate the all-electric school. The judges commented, “This is a very strong example of holistic, integrated, thoughtful design. If school designers across the country emulated this approach, the world would be a better place.”

Arrowstreet won the Carbon and Energy Award for its work on the new Boardwalk Campus in West Acton housing two K-6 schools and an early childhood program for the Acton-Boxborough Regional School District. The judges commented on “the comprehensive

Annie E. Fales Elementary School

sustainable considerations of the compact 3-story school, from net zero energy and water, to embodied carbon reductions, on-site batteries, and a passive house level of airtightness.” They added, “This is a highly replicable model for low-carbon sustainable schools that also integrates resilience principles.”

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Analyzing Construction Data to Develop Sustainable Reporting Framework, submitted by Drushti Shah (UMass Boston)

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Sustainable Building Operations Access to Live Waste Intelligence, submitted by Spare-it Sustainable Building Renovation Roxbury Branch of the Boston Public Library Renovation, submitted by Utile Sustainable Construction Innovation

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Studio G Architects took home the Equity and Inclusion Award for their E+ Highland Street project being built on city-owned land in the Highland Park neighborhood of Roxbury. The judges said, “Not only are 100% of the units affordable, aiming to prevent displacement and supporting upward economic mobility in the neighborhood, but the project is also designed with ambitious

sustainability goals – to achieve net positive energy, utilize energy efficient and resilient building components and systems, and materials that address the negative impacts buildings can have on the health of their occupants and the planet.”

Jane Carbone, who recently retired as the director of development at Homeowners Rehab Inc., won the Change Agent of the Year award for her significant legacy greening the affordable housing world. According to her nominator, “Jane not only pushed the envelope when it came to new construction, she also cared deeply for renovating to a high-efficiency standard and working with property management to establish a green spec for unit turnover and maintenance. Jane went further than providing a healthy living environment and educated residents on materials and equipment to get the most from these items. Jane spent her career building and maintaining affordable housing to the highest standards of design and sustainability.”

Stantec Architecture won the People’s Choice Award, voted on by all attendees, for its 140 Kendrick project, the first net-zero, carbon-neutral conversion of an existing building of its scale in Massachusetts.

A Path to Net Zero, submitted

by Highland Park Technologies People’s Choice Award 140 Kendrick, submitted

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Kendall Square Workspace, submitted by Utile A Path to Net Zero

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A Focus on Sustainability Drives Renovation at Boston University’s Kilachand Hall

Boston – Finegold Alexander Architects announced the completion of the renovation and 9th floor reconstruction of Kilachand Hall at Boston University in Boston.

The project, which began with a comprehensive study in 2014, has now reached its final stage, marking a significant milestone in the improvement of the Arvind and Chandan Nandlal Kilachand Honors College facilities. Finegold Alexander worked collaboratively on this project with Boston University; construction manager Consigli Construction Co., Inc.; and owner’s project manager LeftField.

The goal of the 9th floor reconstruction was to create flexible, fully accessible student study, gathering and co-curricular spaces for the students of Kilachand Honors College and additional Kilachand Hall residents. The design features spaces that include moveable, flexible furnishings where students can gather and study in many modalities, from watching sports events on a big screen to around the table group work. A new seminar room supports the interdisciplinary pedagogy of the Honors College, as do small group study rooms – all with river and skyline views of the city. An acoustically isolated music practice room provides space for students to explore their musical interests within the floor.

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Infrastructure renewal, including the installation of a new emergency generator elevated above the university’s base floor, was designed to further advanced the building’s resiliency.

Sustainability was a driving force behind the project, with the goal of achieving LEED Gold certification.

Together with the masonry facade restoration, the construction of a new and efficient ninth floor envelope, a VRF system, energy recovery, energy management systems, LED lighting and extensive use of daylighting, the project is designed to perform significantly better than similar buildings. The project

received the maximum credit allowance from the U.S. Green Building Council for energy performance. The university’s commitment to renewable energy and building resiliency is reflected in the addition of photovoltaics on the roof.

“The Kilachand Hall renovation represents a significant achievement in enhancing the living and learning environment for the Kilachand Honors College community,” said Rebecca Berry, principal and president at Finegold Alexander. “This project has been many years in the making, and we are honored to have worked with Boston University and our project partners in the creation

Boston University’s Kilachand Hall

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“When LeftField was selected to work on Kilachand Hall, we were extremely excited given its rich history as a living and learning community, said Leftfield principal, Jim Rogers. “We are proud to help breathe vitality back into a building that will further enhance the student experience. LeftField was fortunate to be part of a team that included stakeholders from BU, Consigli, and Finegold Alexander whose combined expertise and experience allowed us to complete the project while it was fully occupied.”

“The renovation and restoration of Boston University’s Kilachand Hall, located steps from Kenmore Square and featuring stunning views of the city from its top floor, is a project that will benefit the students and faculty it serves for many years to come,” said Jeff Navin, vice president of project management at Consigli Construction Co., Inc. “Consigli is grateful to Boston University, Finegold Alexander and LeftField for their partnership and collaboration in breathing new life into this historic building and in ensuring that it will continue to support the Honors College and the campus community as a welcoming place for students to live and study.”

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