2023 Sustainable Innovation Award
Energy & Operational Carbon
The Home Depot Distribution Center for its 530,000 square foot industrial facility in Irwindale, CA which offers an unprecedented blend of intelligent and sustainable features woven into the design. The property includes a Building Automation System, smart metering system, solar panels, superior insulation and high-efficiency air conditioning units. The Smart Building will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 800,000 kg per year, when juxtaposed with conventionally-powered air-conditioned warehouses. The project also slashed water usage by 83% and upheld a stringent waste management plan that diverted/recycled 82% of construction waste.