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