Sustainability on Campus: Initiatives that Work in Student Housing Sponsored by
Meet the Experts Don Brooks Scott Casey Yara Watson Colon Chris Castro Director of Sustainability The Dinerstein Companies CTO and SVP of Strategic Business Development EdR Sustainability Coordinator University of Central Florida Director of Sustainability Mayor Buddy Dyer s Office of Sustainability, City of Orlando Moderator
Polling Question # 1 Has your company starting incorporating sustainability practices. If so, what? Utility Management (Portfolio Manager and sustainability technology) Recycling and Donation Programs LEED, ENERGY STAR, and other green certifications Focus on access to transportation and walkability All of the above
Polling Question # 2 Do you market your sustainability practices? Yes No Don t Know
Sustainable Advantages for Private Student Housing Often utilities are included in the rent. Sustainability offers operational savings and quicker return on investment (ROI) Students are interested in apartment community sustainable features/amenities and engaging in responsible lifestyle. Parents want to make sure that housing provider is controlling operational costs. Universities are expanding their sustainability programs to control their costs and promote environmental responsibility among staff and students.
2006: Organized UCF students and encouraged President John Hitt to sign the Presidents Climate Commitment, a goal to make UCF carbon neutral by 2050.
EDR- University Towers Energy Program Installed occupancy sensors in each residence hall Reduces the run time cycle of the HVAC unit Total Investment - $98,000 First Year Savings - $48,000 ROI Just over 2 years
EDR- University Towers Energy Savings Total number of rooms 470 July 2012 2013 Usage per day/ adjusted to occupancy 11739.84 11544.87 Usage per occupied room 29.74 27.91 Savings per day per room (kwh) 1.82 Total savings per day (kwh) 856.83 Savings $ per day in July 2013 $ 94.25 August 2012 2013 Usage per day/ adjusted to occupancy 10838.71 10290.32 Usage per occupied room 27.45 24.88 Savings per day per room (kwh) 2.57 Total savings per day (kwh) 1209.68 Savings $ per day in August 2013 $ 133.06
EDR- Apartment Wireless t-stats Installed wireless ecobee t-stats in each apartment and common area throughout the property Globally manage each device by the property staff Investment varies by property size - $75,000 to $200,000 ROI 28 to 40 months Average annual savings from 10%-15%
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Dinerstein- Achieving Sustainability Through LEED The LEED For Homes Certification Program is our vehicle to sustainability. Benefits: Code/Permit Compliance Quality Control Operational Cost Reduction Better Design Team Coordination Better Building Design Smarter and Healthier Buildings Better trained and educated staff Benchmarking
Dinerstein- Achieving Sustainability Through LEED Spotlight Project: Sterling 5 th Street Apartments Our Pathway to Sustainability and Project Approval in Davis. Location: Davis, CA # of Beds: 540 Sustainability: LEED For Homes Gold Certification
Dinerstein- Achieving Sustainability Through LEED Spotlight Project: Sterling 5 th Street Apartments Our Pathway to Sustainability and Project Approval in Davis. Sustainability Implementation Plan: LEED For Homes Gold Certification 15 % Better than code on Energy Performance (T24) Renewable Energy Solar (Offset 100% Electric Demand in Common Areas) Recycle 75% or Better during Demo/Construction Bike Racks (1 per Bed) Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (6% now, 25% future) Outdoor Water Use Reduction Indoor Water Use Reduction Estar Appliances All LED lighting in garage with Occ Sensors Stormwater Treatment Onsite Utility Metering
Dinerstein- Sustainability through Marketing/Engagement Our commitment to sustainability has give us new ways to market and attract potential renters. Benefits Faster lease up Product differentiator Reduced Operational Cost Free Marketing/Press
DinersteinvSustainability through Marketing/Engagement Spotlight Project: Sterling Summit Apartments Location: Reno, NV # of Beds: 709 Sustainability: LEED NC Silver Certification
Dinerstein Sustainability through Marketing/Engagement Spotlight Project: Sterling Summit Apartments How we use LEED and Sustainability For Marketing: Brochure s Wellness, Comfort, and Energy 30 % Savings on Utilities! Video Benefits of LEED LEED Tags in Model Unit Social Media - #LEED#SterlingLiving Wellness Program Tenant Events with sustainability incorporated
Sustainability at UCF Reaching Carbon Neutrality Achieving Zero Waste (solid and potable water) A more sustainable campus Integrating Sustainability across all disciplines
Engaging Residents & Staff Kill-A-Watt Energy Conservation Competition Knights Helping Knights Pantry Recycling & Swap Shop Future projects Water conservation competition Demonstration gardens
Recycling & Swap Shop
Future Projects Water Conservation Demonstration Gardens
Key s to Partnering with a University Move Beyond Best Practices Transparency: Avoid "Green- Washing" Provide Passive & Interactive Education
Takeaways There are opportunities for sustainability in student housing through technology, marketing, and student engagement EDR and Dinerstein demonstrated the practical ways to commit to sustainable practices for both existing buildings and new construction. Universities across the country are committed to and expanding their sustainability programs.
Polling Question # 3 When you go back home, what are you going to do first? Look at utility management Research possible university partnerships Implement changes right away I m still not sure
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Meet the Experts Don Brooks Scott Casey Yara Watson Colon Chris Castro Don.Brooks@tdcproperties.com scasey@edrtrust.com yara.watson@ucf.edu chris.castro@cityoforlando.net