Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental Sustainability
• Social Responsibility
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• 70% improvement in building energy efficiency across New Haven Schools since 2003
• Carbon neutral "net zero site energy use" achieved for Carbon Neutral Energy Solutions Building in Atlanta, GA through on-site energy harvesting (photovoltaic array)

Social Achievements

• Improved patient outcomes at Ft. Belvoir Community Hospital through evidence-based design focusing on natural light, views of nature, and noise reduction
• Landmark model for energy conservation in New Haven Schools construction and renovation program

Governance Achievements

• Establishment of an inter-regional Sustainability Council to set strategic direction, make company-wide recommendations, develop training programs, and ensure industry leadership in sustainability

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Criticism of LEED system for rewarding low-cost adaptations with little environmental or operational benefit

Mitigation Strategies

• Focus on understanding client goals to align project sustainability approach and ensure project success; consideration of factors beyond LEED certification such as corporate philosophy, operational efficiencies, and enhanced occupant experience

Supply Chain Management

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: LEED

Awards & Recognition

• National Institute of Building Science 2012 Beyond Green™ High-Performance Building Award (for Carbon Neutral Energy Solutions Building)