CENTER FOR NEIGHBORHOOD TECHNOLOGY
The Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT) building reflects the mission of the organization: to promote more livable and sustainable urban communities. When constructed in 2003, this sustainable renovation was the third LEED Platinum building in the nation and the only on in the Midwest. A well-insulated building envelope ensures energy efficiency, aided by high-efficiency mechanical equipment including an ice storage chiller.
All appliances are Energy Star-rated, and photovoltaic panels generate 5% of the building’s electrical energy. Operable windows provide daylight, views, and fresh air. A native plant garden requires no irrigation and absorbs stormwater runoff from the roof. The renovation reused 100% of the existing building’s structural material and 90% of its shell components. Over 70% of the building’s materials are recycled. CNT is a model for an attractive and comfortable, energy-efficient workplace using sustainable materials at a cost comparable to a conventional renovation.
Client: Center for Neighborhood Technology
Location: Chicago, IL
Year: 2003
Certification: LEED-NC Platinum