Using LEED EB to Green Your Facilities. James Baker, LEED AP Director of Facilities

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1 Using LEED EB to Green Your Facilities James Baker, LEED AP Director of Facilities

2 introduction to Armstrong Armstrong World Industries, Inc., is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of floors, ceilings and cabinets. In 2006, Armstrong revenues totaled $3.4 billion, with sales to both commercial and residential markets. Based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Armstrong operates 44 plants in 12 countries and has approximately 15,200 employees worldwide.

3 Corporate Headquarters Review of Armstrong s LEED EB Process for 701

4 Corporate Headquarters Built in 1998 as a green building, Building 701 serves as the hub of Armstrong s corporate headquarters, housing the executive offices and several AFP and corporate groups. The 701 building was constructed when LEED certification was first beginning, and its design helped to create the final criteria for the first LEED version, LEED for New Construction.

5 why did we pursue EB? Commitment to our Leadership in the Building Industry Provide a "living example" of a sustainable building on our Corporate Campus Reduce our footprint on the local environment Serve as an education tool to our community and industry Creation and enforcement of sustainability policies and practices Establishes a goal/plan for Facilities Management's building operations to achieve for any future Campus work

6 gaining support to pursue EB? Education and awareness to management of the importance of the LEED rating system and USGBC within our Industry Enhanced our Overall Corporate Sustainability Initiative Driven by our Commercial Ceiling Business Unit to Corporate and all Divisions Provided a structured process for facility management to drive sustainability on our campus

7 Feasibility (Feb Mar 06) Team effort by Facilities, ABP Marketing Outside Consultant Re:Vision Architecture LEED Consultant Kick-off meeting to introduce rating system, assemble team, set goals, assign responsibilities, assess credit potential Preparation (Mar Jun 06) Register project, make schedule, initial weekly conference calls, administer scorecard, write policies & plans, make required upgrades Performance Period (Jun Sep 06) Track performance, keep logs, records, receipts Submission (Oct 06) Assemble documents and send to USGBC for review & follow-up Re-Submission (Jan 07)) Implementation Schedule Provide additional information on Acoustics Innovation credit to USGBC Received LEED EB Platinum Certification (May 07)

8 EB scorecard summary

9 down to a trickle Installation of low-flow aerators, dual flush valves in women s restrooms and waterless urinals in men s restrooms contributed to water saving of approx. 380,000 gal./yr. Identification of fresh water discharging to drain with the humidification process contributed to water savings of approx. 28,000 gal./month.

10 green cleaning Identification and specification of environmentally friendly paper cleaning products provided overall Campus savings of $4,400./yr. Additionally, all cleaning products used on Campus will promote a more productive interior environment for all building occupants free from odors, VOC s, etc..

11 harnessing the wind

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13 results from the dumpster dive

14 SOP - recycling

15 it s nice to get some validation The LEED-EB recycling team has identified that our existing recycling program allows us to meet the USGBC recycling criteria which states that we are recycling all paper, cardboard, plastic and glass which constitutes at least 60% of our total building waste stream activity.

16 some more changes Move smokers stations away from the building Add a covered bicycle storage area Add preferred parking spaces for hybrid vehicles

17 And some innovation First building to receive an Innovation Credit for Acoustics through the combination of the best absorptive ceiling tiles; blocking with furniture panels; covering with sound masking. Architectural Design Guidelines for Open Plan Offices Office Design Objective 701 Building Open Plan Areas Absorb Block Cover Privacy Ceiling Acoustical Properties Fiberglass 1 foil back with UL Classified Acoustical Performance of AC 200 Furniture System Height & STC 72 max furniture panels STC =25 Background Noise sound masking system delivering 48 with a dba +2 db spatial variation tuned to building and key speech frequencies Speech Privacy Index 90% open areas 65% in team areas with lower panel height

18 costs of pursuing EB Total cost = $138,000 45% Professional fees 25% related to maintenance expenses (planned for 2007-Not in ROI estimate) 15% New upgrade in materials 10% Wind Energy credits 5% Service Labor Costs Estimated Return on Investment (ROI) = 3 years **(Team hours not included in total cost.)

19 important lessons Employ a LEED-EB Accredited Professional to guide you through the process. Establish an in-house LEED-EB team that owns the credits. Designate a LEED-EB owner to facilitate meetings and manage the process. Understand time commitment and resources required. Establish an estimate that defines materials and services required to complete the LEED-EB project task. Create a documentation outline to manage and store shared information. Assign a LEED-EB Admin. Asst. to manage documentation inventory. List Success Stories as they occur. Communicate with Executive Office/Owner/Boss to review progress and successes. Discuss ongoing processes/owners to continue measures for LEED-EB Recertification.

20 ongoing policies and procedures Policies and Procedures LEED-EB Armstrong World Industries Inc ARMS T R O NG WORLD I NDUS T R IES, I NC COLUMBI A A V E., P. O. B O X LA N CAS TE R, P A w ww.armstr o ng. co m Principle and Objectives: Green Cleaning Low Environmental Impact Pest Management Policy Reduce exposure of building occupants and maintenance personnel to potentially hazardous chemical, biological and particle contaminants, which adversely impact air quality, health, building finishes, building systems, and the environment. Develop, implement and maintain a low environmental impact integrated indoor pest management policy. Summary of Key Information: Operation Corporate Facility Innovation Center Owner Name John F. Yeager Owner Title Campus Services Manager Date Issued 6/22/06 Date Revised 6/22/06 Review Cycle Quarterly Category Indoor Environmental Quality ID Number EQ Credit 10.4 & 10.5 Establish a low environmental impact pest management policy. The plan shall promote safer alternatives to chemical pesticides while preventing economic and health damage caused by pests. The plan shall implement the use of IPM (Integrate Pest Management) techniques to reduce the need for reliance on chemical pesticides. When pesticides may be necessary, the plan shall ensure that clear and accurate notification concerning the use of pesticides be made available so that measures may be taken to prevent and address pest problems effectively without endangering occupants, janitorial workers, or visitors. Purpose and Objectives: Green Building Concerns An IPM strategy can prevent pests and the need for pesticides by creating an environment that is not conducive to insects, rodents and other pests. Developing strategies to prevent pests from entering the building, while maintaining an indoor environment free from pest food and water sources, can ARMSTRONG WORLD INDUSTRIES, INC., MAIN CORPORATE CAMPUS SEDIMENTATION AND EROSION CONTROL POLICY From The Director of Facilities Management, Armstrong World Industries, Main Campus Prerequisite1, Sustainable Sites, Erosion and Sedimentation Control Armstrong World Industries has formally instituted the site erosion and sedimentation control policy for the Headquarters, Main Campus site located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The policy specifically outlines the responsibilities of the project manager and/or contractor that is involved in any type of excavation and or construction activities that disrupt exterior landscaping at the Main Campus in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Additionally this policy conforms to the Lancaster County Conservation District requirements that are in accordance with the Pennsylvania State Department of Environmental Protection and in accordance with EPA s Erosion and Sedimentation Control document 832/R Armstrong World Industries, Inc. is committed to protecting the environment and using resources intelligently. This policy will be implemented for any future construction and or excavation projects done on site. James S. Baker Director, Facilities Management Armstrong World Industries, Inc.

21 Facility Improvement Measures Summary 5B The following table summarizes the facility improvement measures (FIMs) and the utilities impacted by each. Annual Dollar Savings Implementation Costs Payback Annual Utility Savings FIM Facility Improvement Measure Electricity Fuel Water Kwh Therms kgal IMPLEMENT NIGHT SETBACK 1 CONTROL STRATEGY 0 5,590 0 $6,703 $1, SHUT DOWN SUPPLY AND EXHAUST 2 FANS DURING UNOCCUPIED TIMES 22, $1,152 $ INSTALL VENDING MISERS 32, $1,713 $1, IMPLEMENT DEMAND CONTROLLED 4 VENTILATION STRATEGY 10,842 6,660 0 $8,554 $9, INSTALL WATERLESS URINALS $672 $2, INSTALL AND REPAIR OCCUPANCY 6 SENSORS 76, $4,000 $29, INSTALL ENERGY EFFICIENT 7 FLOUROSCENT LIGHTING 39, $2,030 $40, INSTALL VARIABLE FREQUENCY 8 DRIVES ON PUMPS 13, $683 $37, INSTALL ENERGY EFFICIENT LED 9 LIGHTING 13,634 0 $709 $52, INSTALL PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM ON 10 THE ROOF 84, $4,377 $354, ,314 12, $30,593 $528, Potential Electricity Savings Potential Fuel Savings Potential Water Savings Potential Energy Savings Potential Dollar Savings 295,314 kwh/yr 12,250 Therms/yr 84 KGal/yr 2,232 MMBtu/yr $30,593/yr

22 resources available Armstrong Website LEED EB video LEED EB overview brochure is available on our website In Lancaster, PA, stop in to visit and take a tour.