Candlewood Elementary

LEED for Schools - Silver

LOCATION

Rockville, MD

MARKET

K-12 Education

SQ FT

85000

TYPE

New Construction

SERVICES

Energy Modeling

Consulting

PROGRAMS

LEED SCHOOLS

BUILDING HIGHLIGHTS

The Candlewood Elementary project consisted of an experienced design and construction team that made sustainability a project goal. Building attributes include a significant stormwater measures, an expansive green roof, and a high efficiency energy system. The high performance vertical ground source heat pumps and premium performance glazing help reduce the energy load on the building.

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RESULTS

Metric

100%

Reduction in potable water irrigation

100%

Low VOC paints, adhesives, and sealants

95th

Percentile Annual SWM capture

90%

On-site SWM treatment

89%

Construction Waste Management

79%

Area of vegetative roof

32%

Recycled content

31%

Potable water savings

27%

Annual energy cost savings