Green

• Indoor Environmental Quality
• Low Volatile Organic Compound (Low-VOC) sealants, paints, and glues used throughout
• High-thermal-rated exterior walls and windows for energy efficiency
• Completely non-smoking building*
• Energy-efficient HVAC system
• Sustainable Site
• Adjacent to NoMa-Gallaudet U Metro (Red Line) station and within walking distance of six different bus routes
• Located across the street from the eight-mile Metropolitan Branch Trail, stretching from Union Station to Silver Spring, MD
• Secured bike storage, Capital Bikeshare^TM, and electric-car charging station located on site
• Easy access to Union Station for transportation options including Amtrak, MARC, VRE, and numerous bus companies
• Preferred parking spaces for residents with low-emission and fuel-efficient vehicles
• High-emissivity and reflective roof materials and roof gardens to reduce heat absorption

• Water Efficiency
• High-performance plumbing fixtures help reduce water usage and waste
• ENERGY STAR® certified refrigerators and dishwashers
• Energy and Atmosphere
• Measurement and Verification plan that measures the energy usage of the building’s mechanical systems so that they can be adjusted to ensure maximum energy efficiency
• Eco-Friendly Materials
• At least 20% of all building materials are recycled or were made within 500 miles

*Phase II building only