Wentworth Institute of Technology
OP-4: Building Operations and Maintenance
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Reporter |
Debra
Shepard Sustainability Consultant N/A |
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Total floor area of existing building space:
1,442,523
Square feet
Floor area of existing building space operated and maintained in accordance with a sustainable management policy/program and/or a green building rating system:
| Existing floor area | |
| Certified at the highest achievable level under a multi-attribute, Green Building Council (GBC) rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., LEED O+M Platinum) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at the 2nd highest level under a 4- or 5-tier, multi-attribute, GBC rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., LEED O+M Gold) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at mid-level under a 3- or 5-tier, multi-attribute, GBC rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., BREEAM-In Use Very Good) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at a step above minimum level under a 4 -or 5–tier, multi-attribute, GBC rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., LEED O+M Silver) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at minimum level under a multi-attribute, GBC rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., BREEAM In-Use Pass or LEED O+M Certified) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at any level under a non-GBC rating system or single-attribute rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings | 0 Square feet |
| Operated and maintained in accordance with a multi-attribute, sustainable management policy/program, but not certified under an O+M rating system | 1,442,523 Square feet |
| Operated and maintained in accordance with a single-attribute, sustainable management policy/program, but not certified under an O+M rating system | 0 Square feet |
| Total | 1,442,523 Square feet |
Percentage of existing building space certified under a green building rating system rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings:
0
A brief description of the sustainable operations and maintenance policy/program and/or O+M rating system(s) used:
While Wentworth does not certify its operations, the campus does follow best practices such as:
Green Cleaning: Wentworth’s cleaning contract specifies a green cleaning program meeting the requirements of LEED for Existing Buildings Operations & Maintenance, and which takes a holistic approach to environmental, health, and safety including training, waste minimization, and use of biodegradable and phosphate-free cleaning solvents.
Energy Management: Wentworth is subject to the City of Boston's Energy Reporting & Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO), which requires annual reporting of energy, water use, indoor air quality, and square footage through EnergyStar Portfolio Manager. Wentworth utilizes energy management software with submeters of real-time energy use for the majority of campus buildings and participates in demand response programs.
Integrated Pest Management: The Physical Plant retains the services of a professional pest management company to routinely monitor the buildings and grounds for signs of pests and address any reports of pest activity. Guidance to deter pests is provided for the community on the Physical Plant website.
Low/no-emissions products such as paints, flooring, and furnishings are selected for construction and renovation projects. Unwanted furniture and equipment are often donated to local charities rather than being disposed of as waste.
Green infrastructure projects have been undertaken across campus for stormwater management and to reduce heat island effect. These include systems such as bioswales and permeable pavers to promote groundwater infiltration, light-colored pavement, and landscaping designed to promote shading.
Green Cleaning: Wentworth’s cleaning contract specifies a green cleaning program meeting the requirements of LEED for Existing Buildings Operations & Maintenance, and which takes a holistic approach to environmental, health, and safety including training, waste minimization, and use of biodegradable and phosphate-free cleaning solvents.
Energy Management: Wentworth is subject to the City of Boston's Energy Reporting & Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO), which requires annual reporting of energy, water use, indoor air quality, and square footage through EnergyStar Portfolio Manager. Wentworth utilizes energy management software with submeters of real-time energy use for the majority of campus buildings and participates in demand response programs.
Integrated Pest Management: The Physical Plant retains the services of a professional pest management company to routinely monitor the buildings and grounds for signs of pests and address any reports of pest activity. Guidance to deter pests is provided for the community on the Physical Plant website.
Low/no-emissions products such as paints, flooring, and furnishings are selected for construction and renovation projects. Unwanted furniture and equipment are often donated to local charities rather than being disposed of as waste.
Green infrastructure projects have been undertaken across campus for stormwater management and to reduce heat island effect. These include systems such as bioswales and permeable pavers to promote groundwater infiltration, light-colored pavement, and landscaping designed to promote shading.
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