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provide actionable recommendations for tenants. To maximize their impact, it is important that all tenants receive the tenant guidelines document before they sign the lease, ensuring that they consider sustainability during their design and build-out phases.
The guidelines must cover the following areas to ensure a comprehensive approach to sustainability.
Description of the sustainable design and construction features of the base building Sustainable design and construction features should emphasize the systems and strategies that enhance energy efficiency, water conservation, materials sustainability, and indoor air quality. Examples include:
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Energy efficiency . Includes LED lighting, high-efficiency HVAC systems, and renewable energy integration.
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Water efficiency . Low-flow fixtures, water reuse systems, and high-efficiency plumbing fixtures.
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Sustainable materials . Use of recycled-content materials, low-VOC paints, and finishes that reduce environmental impact.
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Indoor air quality . Advanced ventilation systems, enhanced air filtration technologies, and materials selection to minimize pollutants.
Clear sustainability goals for tenant spaces, aligned with the base building’s LEED certification efforts Set specific and measurable sustainability goals for tenant spaces, ensuring alignment with the base building’s LEED prerequisites and credits. These goals should help tenants:
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Reduce energy and water use through submetering, efficient fixtures, and regular performance tracking.
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Enhance waste diversion by implementing robust recycling and composting programs.
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Improve indoor environmental quality through strategies such as low-emitting materials and proper ventilation design.
Providing tenants with measurable targets and examples–such as installing sub-meters or
submitting annual sustainability performance reports — helps them support the base building’s
progress toward LEED certification.
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