Recycled Material

• Insulation has high recycled material content
• Sheetrock has high recycled material content
• Carpet pad is made of recycled fibers

Air Quality

• Continuous ventilation system in all apartments for healthy indoor air
• Non-toxic adhesives used to eliminate “off-gassing” of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
• Low VOC paint used throughout interiors

Energy Efficiency

• Windows have low-e coating and argon gas to reduce heat loss (21% more efficient than required by code) in winter and reduce heat gain in summer
• Natural gas fuel for central hot water, central heating system, and clothes dryers reduces energy use
• Halls, common areas, and offices all use compact fluorescent lamps for lower electricity use
• South-facing apartments have ceiling fans for cooling

Resource Conservation

• Most doors made of composite material to reduce lumber use
• Siding material made from cement products to reduce lumber use
• Floor joists and beams are made from manufactured wood products to reduce lumber use
• Extensive recycling of construction waste products

Water Conservation

• Native plants in landscaped areas reduce need for irrigation

Storm Water Management

• Stormwater infiltrates into soil to recharge water table rather than causing runoff into Willamette River

Property Management

• Large recycling rooms provided on all floors
• On-going management practices include
  • Using biodegradable cleaning products
  • Pesticide-free landscape maintenance