Boston Building Resources

Project

Boston Building Resources

Retail

Boston , MA | 2020

  • 8.2K GSF
  • 1 Company

About

The Reuse Center at Boston Building Resources is a building that houses high-value, affordable materials, both new and saved, for home maintenance and improvements. Customers can also find expert advice, technical assistance, and hands-on workshops that teach home improvement skills. The renovation of this building includes a new interior layout and storage solutions, and an addition that serves as a waiting area and kitchen cabinet display. The program holds customer waiting areas, materials and lighting displays, offices, processing areas, a break room, and a vehicle loading dock.

Project Owner

Boston Building Resources

Is the project achieving or targeting net zero energy?

Achieving

Is the project Net Zero or Net Zero Ready?

Net Zero

Project Size in GSF

8.2K

Category of height

Low-Rise

How is the building all-electric for heating?

Air-source Heat Pump

Is the service hot water all-electric?

Yes

What is the primary system type for domestic hot water?

Ground-source heat pump

On-site renewable energy

100%

Is the owner purchasing off-site renewable energy to offset all electricity consumption?

No

Certifications related to Energy / Carbon

ILFI Zero Energy Certification

Site EUI

19.0 kBtu/sf/year

Net Site EUI

-0.8 kBtu/sf/year

The EUI is

Measured

What is the climate zone for this project?

5A Cool Humid

Project Team

Sustainability Consulting