Hogan’s Sustainable Components
The Hogan Center will be Alma College’s first LEED-certified building. Following are the planned sustainability components of the facility:
Re-use of existing building with minimal new hardscape
Development density and community connectivity: The project site is located within half mile of at least 10 different local businesses.
Bicycle storage and changing room
Parking capacity: Replacement of removed parking spaces
Facility will incorporate Energy Star compliant roof system with a solar reflective index of less than 78.
Light pollution reduction: Exterior lighting meets egress code minimums, no excess building lighting. All exterior lights are shielded to minimize light pollution.
Water efficient landscaping
Water use reduction measures (waterless urinals, low flow fixtures, etc.)
Commissioning of building energy systems
Refrigerant management: Project will utilize all CFC refrigerant, which is not harmful to the environment
Optimization of energy performance: Building systems are designed to maximize energy performance by operating at 20 percent more efficient than the energy code requires.
Construction waste management by diverting demolition and construction debris to recycling centers
Use of recycled content in ceiling panels, carpet, rubber floor tiles, vinyl floor tiles, bleacher construction, and sub-floor system in new arena
Use of regional materials
Use of certified wood with at least 50 percent of the wood products to be certified in accordance with the Forest Stewardship Council as well as certificates of ownership from harvesting wood products thru installation.
Low emitting materials: Adhesives and sealants, paintings and coatings, and carpeting
Controllable systems with occupancy sensors and individual lighting controls, mechanical controls monitored at a centralized computer station
Thermal comfort verification
For more information about Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), visit the U.S. Green Building Council Web site.
For more information about GreenPlay™, visit the Connor Sports Flooring Web site.
