Why Follow When You Can LEED?

Does your company have a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified development? LEED, is a building certification program, through the USGBC (United States Green Building Council) that recognizes best-in-class building strategies and practices.  Having a LEED certified building saves both money and resources while promoting renewable clean energy. By being a part of the LEED program you are  helping transform  how buildings are designed, constructed, maintained and operated.

Block Real Estate Services, LLC (BRES) is proud to announce that the Nall Corporate Centre I development, also known as Teva Pharmaceuticals, was recently awarded a LEED Certification for Shell & Core. The Teva Pharmaceuticals' project is located at the southwest corner of College Blvd. and Nall Ave, approximately 13 miles southwest of downtown Kansas City, Missouri in Overland Park, Kansas The 154,268 gross square foot office building is 100% leased by Teva Pharmaceuticals.

The TEVA facility has been designed to meet the requirements for  LEED Certification through the USGBC. Sustainable features including Erosion and Sedimentation Control (ERC), drip irrigation, energy management systems, energy efficient mechanical systems and low flow bathrooms were installed to conserve water. Located on site is an area to separate trash along with an Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) management system to sustain the comfort of employees. An alternative transportation initiative that features bike racks, on-site shower/changing facilities and preferred parking spaces for low-emitting and fuel-efficient vehicles is also present.

BRES, is happy to be a part of meeting the LEED demand. Achieving this comprehensive and difficult certification gives us great joy in knowing that our developments are contributing to a more green and conscious cause that will benefit tenants, the community and our green footprint.  Click here for more details on Teva.

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Brad Simma, CCIM
Vice President
Block Construction Services
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