hub presentation by: katie, tommy, josh

HUB Presentation by: Katie, Tommy, Josh

66% of Americans say that they feel air pollution has gotten worse in the last 10 years.

Introduction to the University of Florida

• The University was founded in 1853 with 102 students

• started as an agricultural school for boys. It later joined with a military school and expanded its

size. In 1925 it became co-educational and admitted the first female student.

since 2001 it has adopted the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification system

It has mandated that every new building built on this campus must meet a minimum of Silver LEED certification. A LEED accredited professional is required to be on staff for all building projects.

The team

Project Manager……………………………………………Bahar ArmaghaniArchitect…………………………………………………….Joe WalkerStructural Engineer…………………………………………Bob GivensHVAC Engineer…………………………………………….Frank MosesCivil Engineer……………………………………………….Robert WalpoleLandscape Architect……………………………………….Amark AkinInterior Designer……………………………………………Apryl HowellContractor…………………………………………………...Matt WebsterCommissioning Agent………………………………………Mike HessElectrical Engineer…………………………………………Mark AkinEnergy Modeling Consultant………………………………Mike HessHVAC Consultant…………………………………………...George Lebo

Green Campus Starting Points

Green Starting Points are sustainable practices already in place or could be easily adopted to meet LEED-NC requirements due to the campus infrastructure. The HUB project benefited from being on campus and benefiting from the existing infrastructure of transportation and water efficiency practices in place.These credits attained were:

Sustainable Site:-Credit 1: Site Selection-Credit 2: Development Density & Community Connectivity-Credit 4.1: Alternative Transportation: Public Transportation Access-Credit 4.2: Alternative Transportation: Bicycle Storage & Changing Rooms-Credit 4.4: Alternative Transportation: Parking Capacity-Credit 5.2: Site Development: Maximize Open Space-Credit 6.2: Storm water Design Quality Control

Water Efficiency:-Credit 1.1: Water Efficient Landscaping: Reduce by 50%-Credit 1.2: Water Efficient Landscaping: No Potable Water Use or No Irrigation

-Credit 3.1: Water Use Reduction: 20% Reduction

Energy and Atmosphere-Credit 2: On-site Renewable Energy-Credit 3: Enhanced Commissioning -Credit 4: Enhanced Refrigerant Management-Credit 5: Measurement & Verification

Indoor Environmental Quality-Credit 3.1: Construction IAQ Management Plan: During Construction-Credit 4.1: Low Emitting Materials: Adhesives & Sealants-Credit 4.2: Low Emitting Materials: Paints & Coatings-Credit 4.3: Low Emitting Materials: Carpet Systems-Credit 5: Indoor Chemical & Pollutant Source Control-Credit 6.1: Controllability of Systems: Thermal Comfort

Innovation & Design Process-Credit 2: LEED accredited Professional

PROJECT DESIGN OBJECTIVES

1. The character defining features of this building are to remain1. The curved glass block wall on the north side2. The mezzanine level3. The stair between the main portion of the building and the food court.

2. To share spaces Office of Academic Technology and the International Center

- This could be the entrance lobby for the two areas, including the Technology Union. It would also be desirable to share conference rooms.

3. To plan the construction process as a multi-phase project, that can be easily broken into sensible scopes of work.

4. To obtain a LEED rating for remodeling/renovation of existing buildings. This will include among other considerations to meet the LEED criteria - a shower / changing room.

Sustainable Site

Prerequisite 1: Erosion and Sedimentation Control

• Intent• Reduce pollution from construction activities by controlling soil erosion, waterway

sedimentation and airborne dust generation.

• Responsible Team member: Bahar Armaghani • Status: To be Earned

• Measures Supporting Achievement• erosion and sedimentation control.• minimal impact to the surrounding site. • Prevent loss of soil during construction by storm water runoff and/or wind

erosion, including protecting topsoil by stockpiling for reuse.

Prevent sedimentation of storm sewer or receiving streams. Prevent polluting the air with dust and particulate matter.

The solar engineer, Robert Walpole, will provide a Certification Letter declaring whether the project follows local erosion and sedimentation control standards

Challenges & Solutions for Achievement

• the major renovations will be taken within the existing building therefore will be a minimal impact on the site. However the site of the construction crew parking will be reseeded with grass to restored to original condition when construction is finish.

• During the construction process the site will be monitored to insure minimal impact

SS Credit 1: Site Selection

Measures Supporting AchievementIn accordance with this LEED credit the HUB site is not:-Prime farmland-Previously undeveloped land whose elevation is lower than 5 feet above the

elevation of the 100-year flood - Land that is specifically identified as habitat for any species on threatened or

endangered lists -Within 100 feet of any wetlands -Previously undeveloped land that is within 50 feet of a water body, -Land which prior to acquisition for the project was public parkland,

The renovation design included a minimal footprint

IntentAvoid development of inappropriate sites and reduce the environment impact from the location of a building on a siteResponsible Team member: Bahar ArmaghaniStatus: To be Earned

SS Credit 2: Urban Redevelopment

Measures Supporting Achievement• Hub building is on a previously developed site AND in a community with a

minimum density of 60,000 square feet per acre net

Intent: Development Density & Community Connectivity. Channel development to urban areas with existing infrastructure, protect Greenfield and preserve habitat and natural resources.Responsible Team member: Bahar ArmaghaniStatus: To be Earned

SS Credit 4.1: Alternative Transportation, Public Transportation Access

Measures Supporting Achievement• Located within 1/4 mile of one or more bus stops • A public bus system stops within 50 feet of building entrance

Planned Actions to Maintain and Increase Ongoing Performance Achievements

• The University of Florida will continue to maintain the mass public bus system.

Intent: Reduce pollution and land development impacts from automobileResponsible Team member: Bahar ArmaghaniStatus: To be Earned

SS Credit 4.2: Alternative Transportation, Bicycle Storage & Changing Rooms

Measures Supporting Achievement• Secure bicycle racks are supplied within 200 yards of the entrance • shower and changing facilities in the building

Intent: Reduce pollution and land development impacts from automobileResponsible Team member: Bahar ArmaghaniStatus: To be Earned

SS Credit 4.3: Alternative Transportation, Alternative Fuel Vehicles

Measures Supporting Achievement

• alternative-fuel refueling stations will be installed

Challenges & Solutions for Achievement

• A power outlet will be provided on the south façade that serve as a refueling station for hybrid cars


• continued investments in alternative-fuel vehicles for campus use.

Intent: Reduce pollution and land development impacts from automobileResponsible Team member: Bahar, ArmaghaniStatus: To be Earned

SS Credit 4.4: Alternative Transportation, Parking Capacity

Measures Supporting Achievement• no new parking was added

Intent: Reduce pollution and land development impacts from automobileResponsible Team member: Bahar, ArmaghaniStatus: To be Earned

SS Credit 5.2: Reduced Site Disturbance, Development Footprint


• The footprint of the building will not be enlarged.

Planned Actions to Maintain Achievements• The university needs to maintain existing Ritz lawn as an open space.

Intent: Reduce Provide a high ratio of open space to development footprint to promote biodiversity.Responsible Team member: Bahar ArmaghaniStatus: To be Earned

SS Credit 6.2: Storm water Management, Treatment

Intent: Limit disruption and pollution of natural water flows by managing storm water runoff.

Responsible Team member: Robert WalpoleStatus: To be Earned

Measures Supporting Achievement• Storm water management plan

- reduces impervious cover-promotes infiltration-captures and treats the storm water runoff


• The university needs to maintain existing storm water runoffs that link to Lake Alice

Water Efficiency

WE Credit 1.1: Water Efficient Landscaping, Reduce by 50%

Measures Supporting Achievement• “Reduce potable water consumption for irrigation by 50% from a

calculated mid-summer baseline case.

• Reductions are attributed to the following items:

- Plant species factor

- Irrigation efficiency

- Use of captured rainwater

- Use of recycled wastewater

- Use of water treated and conveyed by a public agency specifically for non-potable uses”

Intent: Limit or eliminate the use of potable water, or other natural surface or subsurface water resources available on or near the project site, for landscape irrigation.Responsible Team member: Bahar, ArmaghaniStatus: To be Earned

WE Credit 1.2: Water Efficient Landscaping, No Potable Use or No Irrigation


• only captured rainwater, recycled wastewater, recycled grey water, or treated water will be used for irrigation.”


• The university needs to maintain existing recycled irrigation system

Intent: Eliminate the use of potable water, or other natural surface or subsurface water resources available on or near the project site, for landscape irrigation.Responsible Team member: Bahar ArmaghaniStatus: To be Earned

WE Credit 2: Innovative Wastewater Technologies


• potable water was Reduced by 50% through the use of water conserving fixtures

• water closets, urinals or non-potable water uses captured rainwater, recycled grey water treated wastewater

• Treat 50% of wastewater on-site to tertiary standards. Treated water must be infiltrated or used on-site.

Intent: Reduce generation of wastewater and potable water demand, while increasing the local aquifer recharge.Responsible Team member: Bahar ArmaghaniStatus: To be Earned

WE Credit 3.1: Water Use Reduction, 20% Reduction


• Will use 20% less water than the water use baseline calculated for the building (not including irrigation)

• Calculations are based on estimated occupant usage and shall include only the following fixtures -water closets- urinals-lavatory faucets

-showers and kitchen sinks

Intent: Maximize water efficiency within buildings to reduce the burden on municipal water supply and wastewater systems.Responsible Team member: Bahar ArmaghaniStatus: To be Earned

WE Credit 3.2: Water Use Reduction, 30% Reduction


• “Employ strategies that in aggregate use 30% less water than the water use baseline calculated for the building (not including irrigation)

• Calculations include only the following fixtures:

– water closets– urinals– lavatory faucets– showers and kitchen sinks.

Intent: Maximize water efficiency within buildings to reduce the burden on municipal water supply and wastewater systems.Responsible Team member: Bahar ArmaghaniStatus: To be Earned

Energy & Atmosphere

EA Credit 5: Green Power

Measures Supporting Achievement• Provide at least 35% of the building's electricity

from renewable sources by engaging in at least a two-year renewable energy contract. Renewable sources are as defined by the Center for Resource Solutions (CRS) Green-e products certification requirements.

• DETERMINE THE BASELINE ELECTRICITY USE • Use the annual electricity consumption from the

results of EA Credit 1.

• Intent: Encourage the development and use of grid-source, renewable energy technologieson a net zero pollution basis.

• Responsible Team member: Bahar, Armaghani• Status: To be Earned

Materials & Resources

MR Prereq 1: Storage & Collection of Recyclables

• Intent: Facilitate the reduction of waste generated by building occupants that is hauled to and disposed of in landfills.

• Responsible Team member: Bahar, Armaghani• Status: To be Earned

Measures Supporting Achievement• “Provide an easily accessible area that serves the entire building

and is dedicated to the collection and storage of non-hazardous materials for recycling, including (at a minimum) paper, corrugated

cardboard, glass, plastics and metals.”

MR Credit 1.1: Building Reuse, Maintain 75% of

Existing Shell • Intent: Extend the lifecycle of existing building

stock, conserve resources, retain cultural resources, reduce waste, and reduce environmental impacts of new buildings as they relate to materials manufacturing and transport.

• Responsible Team member: Joe Walker• Status: To be Earned

Measures Supporting Achievement• “Reuse large portions of existing structures during renovation or redevelopment projects: Maintain at least 75% of existing building structure and shell (exterior skin and framing excludingwindow assemblies).”

Challenges & Solutions for Achievement• Because of the historic nature of the project, many of the existing plans and sections of the buildings were incorrect. On several occasions utility pipes were discovered to not exist and or be located in different areas.

MR Credit 1.2: Building Reuse, Maintain 100% of

Existing Shell

• Intent: Extend the lifecycle of existing building stock, conserve resources, retain cultural resources, reduce waste, and reduce environmental impacts of new buildings as they relate to materials manufacturing and transport.

• Responsible Team member: Joe Walker• Status: To be Earned

Measures Supporting Achievement• Reuse large portions of existing structures during renovation or redevelopment projects:Maintain at least 75% of existing building structure and shell (exterior skin and framing excluding window assemblies).

MR Credit 4.1: Recycled Content: 10% (post-consumer + ½ pre-consumer)

• Intent: Increase demand for building products that incorporate recycled content materials, thereby reducing impacts resulting from extraction and processing of virgin materials.

• Responsible Team member: Matt Webster• Status: To be Achieved

Measures Supporting Achievement• The use of an architect that is familiar with manufactures that provide products with recycled content. The architect should have a conversation with the owner and contractor regarding the material selection.

MR Credit 4.2: Recycled Content: 20% (post-

consumer + ½ pre-consumer) • Intent: Increase demand for building products that incorporate recycled content materials, thereby reducing

impacts resulting from extraction and processing of virgin materials. • Responsible Team member: Matt Webster• Status: To be Achieved

Measures Supporting Achievement• The use of an architect that is familiar with manufactures that provide products with recycled content. The architect should have a conversation with the owner and contractor regarding the material selection.

Prerequisite 1: Minimum IAQ Performance

Measures Supporting Achievement• Building must have ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality.

• Mechanical ventilation systems shall be designed using the Ventilation Rate Procedure or the applicable local code, whichever is more stringent.

Intent: Establish minimum indoor air quality (IAQ) performance to enhance indoor air quality in buildings, thus contributing to the comfort and well-being of the occupants..Responsible Team member: Frank Moses

Prerequisite 2: Minimum IAQ Performance

Intent: Establish minimum indoor air quality (IAQ) performance to enhance indoor air quality in buildings, thus contributing to the comfort and well-being of the occupants..

Responsible Team member: Bahar ArmaghaniStatus: To be earned


• smoking in the building is prohibited • exterior designated smoking areas are at least 25 feet away from entries, outdoor

air intakes and operable windows.”

Planned Actions to Maintain and Increase Ongoing Performance Achievements• A sign will be posted inside the building enforcing that there is no smoking in the

building•

IEQ Credit 3.1: Construction IAQ Management Plan: During Construction

Intent: Reduce indoor air quality problems resulting from construction/renovation process in order to help sustain the comfort and well-being of construction workers and building occupants.

Responsible Team member: Matt WebsterStatus: To be earned

Measures Supporting Achievement• Contractor to track subcontractors on keeping every Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning opening covered

with filtration media the meets Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) of 8. As well as keeping on-site stored materials covered from moisture and VOC absorption.


• Replace all filtration media immediately prior to occupancy.

IEQ Credit 3.2: Construction IAQ Management Plan: Before Occupancy

Intent: Reduce indoor air quality problems resulting from construction/renovation process in order to help sustain the comfort and well-being of construction workers and building occupants.

Responsible Team member: Matt Webster

Status: To be earned

Measures Supporting Achievement• The building will be Flushed out after the construction process has ended

IEQ Credit 4.1: Low-Emitting Materials: Adhesives & Sealants

Intent: Reduce the quantity of indoor air contaminants that are odorous, irritation and/or harmful to the comfort and well-being of installers and occupants.

Responsible Team member: Matt WebsterStatus: To be earned

Measures Supporting Achievement• The use of an architect that is familiar with specifying manufactures that

provide products with low-emitting VOC materials. The architect should have a conversation with the contractor regarding the material selection

Challenges & Solutions for Achievement• The architect specifies products with low-emitting VOC content and clearly

state the VOC limit for each product.


• Contractor to track the use of correct materials.

IEQ Credit 4.2: Low-Emitting Materials: Paints & Coatings

Intent: Reduce the quantity of indoor air contaminants that are odorous, irritation and/or harmful to the comfort and well-being of installers and occupants.Responsible Team member: Matt WebsterStatus: To be earned

Measures Supporting AchievementThe use of an architect that is familiar with specifying manufactures that provide products with low-emitting VOC materials. The architect should have a conversation with the contractor regarding the material selection.

Challenges & Solutions for AchievementThe architect specifies products with low-emitting VOC content and clearly state the VOC limit for each product.

Planned Actions to Maintain and Increase Ongoing Performance AchievementsContractor to track the use of correct materials.

THINK GREEN!!!!!!!!

hub presentation by: katie, tommy, josh

Documents

site selectioncredit

carpet systemscredit

enhanced commissioning

renewable energycredit

adhesives sealantscredit

paints coatingscredit

parking capacitycredit

open spacecredit