What went into planning this site?
First, Liberty Property Trust and Tastykake took an abandoned industrial site and re-used the buildings as foundation material for the new bakery, which avoided clearing a forest and reduced construction waste. Secondly, the bakery was built with several features in order to target LEED-Silver certification. LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design and acts as a report card for the environmental friendliness of a building. Once Tastykake achieves this status, it will be the only baking company in the country with LEED Silver certification.
Below is a picture of one of the LEED standards offered at the site - designated upfront parking for individuals who drive fuel efficient vehicles.
Moreover, a list of the additional features that are included under LEED standards are:
* A white, reflective roof, which minimizes heat-absorbing surfaces that contribute to global warming.
* No-mow, drought-resistant grass that uses less water.
* All wood doors and half of the wood used in the building come from certified sustainable sources that work to conserve trees.
* Paints and carpeting with low chemical content that reduce ear, nose and throat irritation.
* Refrigeration equipment using environmentally friendly refrigerants to minimize emissions that contribute to global warming.
* Covered parking lot lights that reduce light pollution; bike racks and access to public transportation that reduce vehicle usage and pollution.
* Solar panels on the roof that provide power to several of the building’s systems.
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