Sustainable/Green Design
Sustainability is no longer just a buzz word; it is rapidly becoming a way of life. Simply stated, our actions today can dramatically affect the lives of those in the future. The design and construction industry is undergoing a transformation, incorporating sustainability into as many projects as possible. C&S is implementing sustainable designs and construction processes in a manner that can greatly improve energy efficiency and reduce the burden on the environment while improving the health, well being, and productivity of the end users.
C&S can help you understand opportunities and alternatives for providing energy-efficient and environmentally responsible sustainable designs and construction. Our LEED-accredited professionals and certified energy managers represent all design disciplines, including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, site/civil, environmental, and construction. Our team has been involved in the design, commissioning, construction management and LEED certification on sustainable projects for higher education, K-12 schools, commercial facilities, and institutional projects. C&S is also a member of the U.S. Green Building Council.
Sustainable Building Design
- New construction and renovations
- Architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing
Sustainable Site Design
- Site selection and development
- Stormwater management
- Brownfield development
LEED Services
- Certification administration
- Training
- LEED NC and EB consultation
Building Performance Modeling
- Comprehensive energy modeling
- Life cycle costing
- Economic analysis
- HVAC system analysis
- Lighting analysis
- Energy audits
Commissioning
- LEED pre-requisite commissioning
- Enhanced and retro-commissioning
- Third party commissioning agent
Alternate Energy
- Photovoltaic
- Wind
- Biomass
- Co-generation
Environmental
- Site assessments
- Hazardous waste identification and remediation
- Wetland mitigation
- Air permitting
Other Services
- Construction management for sustainable projects
- Construction waste management programs
- Construction IAQ management programs
- Specification writing
- Funding assistance