objectives
The primary factor in the mechanical system design was Phipps’ ambition to achieve the three highest green standards: the ILBI (International Living Building Institute) Living Building Challenge, LEED Platinum, and SITES Certification for landscapes (all of which were required by the owner in the building program). These standards are expected to be a way to emphasize more green and sustainable building practices and operations. Phipps' new center for education, research, and administration will generate all of its own energy and capture and treat all of its own water on site.
Other compliance factors included the Uniform Construction Code of Pennsylvania 2006, International Building Code 2006, National Electric Code, and ASHRAE ventilation requirements.
Other compliance factors included the Uniform Construction Code of Pennsylvania 2006, International Building Code 2006, National Electric Code, and ASHRAE ventilation requirements.