Key Sustainability Features Net annual power generator: all building energy requirements supplied from on-site sustainable and renewable energy sources Waste heat recovery and geo-exchange provides 100% of space heating and cooling 40 kW solar hot water system provides approximately 60% of domestic hot water needs Energy efficiency: targeting 75 kWh/m2/year (best commercial building performance in North America) Building envelope: 25 kW array of building integrated photovoltaic panels (BIPV), operable windows, solar shading panels, natural daylighting system Rainwater collection and use: provides 100% of potable water requirements Wastewater collection, treatment, and reuse: all wastewater will be collected and treated on-site Stormwater management: control, reuse and discharge of 100% of rainwater on-site Performance monitoring: sensing, monitoring and control technologies include: LED technologies; day-lighting sensing and dimming controls; ventilation effectiveness monitoring systems; comfort, air flow, occupancy and lighting controls; and water and wastewater quality testing Public education: dissemination of sustainable design practices, knowledge, experience and technology  Use of sustainably harvested wood   READ MORE