Palm Beach Region

1. Palm Beach Region Counties: Palm Beach

2. J.W. Corbett Wildlife Management Area Field OfficeLoxahatchee, Palm Beach County, FloridaFlorida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission High Performance Characteristics High day lighting/low heat absorption insulated /operable windows 18% reduction in energy consumption annually Recycled content in finish materials such as drywall, insulation, roofing, metal framing and concrete Materials extracted and manufactured within a 500 mile radius such as concrete, drywall and metal framing Rapidly renewable resources such as bamboo flooring Low VOC flooring, paint, sealants and adhesives Reuse of previously developed site Over 40% water use reduction through low flow plumbing fixtures Water efficient landscaping/Native and adaptive plant species requiring no permanent irrigation system Heat island effect reduction with reflective roofing materials and reflective sidewalk and parking lot materials Automatic sensor lighting to reduce energy costs Views from all full time occupied spaces Use of day lighting for full time occupied spaces to reduce the need for artificial lighting GREENGUARD Certified/sustainably built furniture LEED NC v2.2 Targeted Silver PROJECT TEAM: Astorino (LEED Services) Andrea Construction(Contractor) Commission on the Environment

3. Palm Beach State College-Technical Education CenterBelle Glade, Palm Beach County, Florida High Performance Characteristics 29% energy cost savings using insulated windows, occupancy sensors, energy efficient lighting, natural gas and renewable energy sources 3.6% total energy from onsite renewable energy in the form of Solar Photovoltaic power 80% water reduction using a 10,000 gallon rain water collection cistern and low flow plumbing fixtures Rainwater collection saves over 118,000 gallons of potable water a year Heat island affect reduced with highly reflective roofing and concrete paving Over 40Solatube lighting fixtures to bring daylight into all spaces including classrooms, conference rooms, construction trade shops and other interior spaces Goals to meet maximum thresholds in recycled content, regional materials and construction waste management Third party Fundamental and Enhanced Commissioning Low VOC carpet, paint, sealants and adhesives Natural/adaptive vegetation landscape requiring no permanent irrigation system Forest Stewardship Council certified wood products in cabinetry substrate and composite wood doors Implementation of Green Housekeeping program and Green Education Target: LEED®-NC v2.2 Gold Project Team: Palm Beach State College (Client) Astorino (Architect, Interior Design, Sustainable Design) Bliss and Nyitray, Inc. (Structural Engineers) Kimley Horn and Associates(Civil Engineers and Landscape Architects) Cape Design, Inc. (MEP Engineers) Hansen Engineering (Commissioning Agent) Hedrick Brothers Construction (Contractor) Commission on the Environment

4. American Lung Association and Quantum FoundationWest Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida High Performance Characteristics Energy efficient lighting High day lighting/low heat absorption insulated windows Recycled content in finish materials Rapidly renewable resources such as bamboo flooring and linoleum Low VOC carpet, paint, sealants and adhesives Reuse of previously developed site/Reuse of existing structure Community connectivity- site is within ½ mile of many community amenities 50 % water use reduction through low flow /dual flush toilets and waterless urinals Water efficient landscaping with rain sensors Heat island effect reduction with reflective roofing materials Regional materials used to reduce the impact of transportation on the environment Forest Stewardship Council certified wood products used to reduce impacts on forest resources Automatic sensor lighting to reduce energy costs Thermal zones for higher levels of control and energy reduction Views from all full time occupied spaces Use of day lighting for FTE spaces to reduce the need for artificial lighting Implementation of Green Housekeeping program Green Education programs and community involvement Certified LEED®-NC Gold PROJECT TEAM: Astorino (Architect, Interior Design, MEP Engineers) Bliss and Nyitray, Inc. (Structural Engineers) Gentile Holloway O’Mahoney (Landscape Architects) Craven Thompson (Civil Engineers) Anderson Moore Construction (Contractor) Commission on the Environment

5. FAU College of Arts and LettersCulture and Society BuildingBoca Raton, Palm Beach County, Florida 73,000 Sq Ft Classroom and Office Building with Atrium, Café and Theater to be used by students and the public. • Reuse of previously developed parking lot • Joint Use Facility for College of Arts and Letters and Public Theater • High day lighting/low heat absorption insulated impact resistant windows • Rapidly renewable resources such as linoleum flooring • Goals to attain 20% thresholds in recycled content and regional materials • Third party Fundamental and Enhanced Commissioning • Low VOC carpet, paint, sealants, and adhesives • Community connectivity- site is within ½ mile of community amenities and adjacent to student housing • 48 % water use reduction through low flow /dual flush toilets and pint flush urinals • Heat island effect reduction with reflective roofing materials for 100% of the roof area • Forest Stewardship Council certified wood products • Thermal zones for higher levels of control and energy reduction • Implementation of Green Housekeeping and Green Education Programs Target: LEED®-NC v2.2 Silver PROJECT TEAM: Florida Atlantic University (Client) Astorino (Architect, Interior Design) Bliss and Nyitray, Inc. (Structural Engineers) Miller Legg (Civil Engineers and Landscape Architects) JLRD, Inc. (MEP Engineers) Total Dynamic Balancing (Commissioning Agent) Turner Construction (Contractor) Commission on the Environment

6. Aura Model HomeJupiter Farms, Palm Beach County, FLAffiniti Architects Water Conservation High efficiency irrigation system includes: Rain sensors, ground humidity sensors and connection to weather forecasts modify sprinkler systems Low-flow toilets, showers and faucets Solar water heater reduces water bill by over 50% Healthy Indoor Environment • Provides a healthy airflow • During construction, air ducts were tightly sealed, keeping out harmful materials • Central Vacuum • Low VOC paint • Bamboo or cork flooring and natural fiber carpeting Energy Efficiency • Exceeds ENERGY STAR performance standards for homes • Reduces electricity by up to 80% by using compact fluorescent bulbs • 24 grid-tied solar PV panels • Built in Environment Management and Automation System (EMA) minimizes and measures energy use High Performance Characteristics Sustainable Design • 30-foot cupola serves as a thermal chimney • Passive solar design for North/South or East/West orientation allow for maximum cross-ventilation • Strategically placed courtyards • Wide overhangs reach from a light reflecting, galvanized metal roof • E-Wall system (insulated concrete form) adds additional insulation and stability LEED Rating: Gold Certified • Awards/Achievements • FPL Buildsmart Certified • 2008 Electronic House “Green Home of the Year” Silver award winner • 2008 PRISM Gold Award “FPL Buildsmart-Energy Efficient Home” • 2008 Aurora Grand Award “Energy Efficient Home” • Project Team: • Affiniti Architects – Boca Raton, FL • Solaris Home Systems – Jupiter, FL • Cribb Construction – Boca Raton, FL Commission on the Environment