At ERKE, we successfully managed the LEED BD+C: Schools (v2009) certification process for the TED Rönesans College project. Achieving a total score of 62/110, the project was awarded LEED GOLD certification, making it a model among sustainable educational buildings.
Key LEED Categories and Performance Highlights
Sustainable Sites
The project earned 18/24 points for its infrastructure, which included access to public transportation, bicycle parking, and facilities for low-emission vehicles. This approach supported the goal of minimizing environmental impacts.
Water Efficiency
Scoring 8/11 points, the project achieved significant success in water efficiency through water-saving landscaping and innovative wastewater technologies, ensuring efficient resource use.
Energy & Atmosphere
The project earned 11/33 points in the Energy & Atmosphere category. Energy optimization and advanced commissioning processes helped reduce the project’s carbon footprint.
Materials & Resources
With 6/13 points, the project emphasized the use of recycled content and regional materials. Waste management policies supported efforts to minimize environmental impacts.
Indoor Environmental Quality
The project scored 10/19 points with strategies focusing on indoor air quality and thermal comfort. The use of low-emission materials and solutions to enhance occupant comfort were key highlights.
Innovation & Regional Priority
The project earned 5/6 points through innovative applications and solutions aligned with regional priorities.
ERKE’s Role
ERKE provided expert consultancy in areas such as energy modeling, water conservation analyses, and sustainable material selection. By ensuring the project’s planning and implementation met LEED criteria, we supported its achievement of environmental and economic goals.
Conclusion
TED Rönesans College stands out as a leading example among sustainable educational buildings with its LEED GOLD certification. ERKE played an instrumental role in this success, reaffirming its leadership in the sustainability sector.
