An iconic landmark of Pittsburgh’s skyline, the U.S. Steel Tower accounts for nearly five percent of Downtown office space. The building’s management has undertaken several years of thoughtful renovations with a focus on sustainability and energy efficiency, now making it one of the city’s most impressive green building stories. Main tenant UPMC Health Plan completed floor-by-floor renovations, which prioritized occupant health and efficiency, with each floor earning LEED certification for Commercial Interiors along the way. After having already achieved both Energy Star and BOMA 360 certifications in previous years, the U.S. Steel Tower achieved LEED certification for Existing Buildings in 2019.   

More About This Building:  

• The U.S. Steel Tower is one of the largest office buildings to achieve the WELL Health-Safety Rating for healthy building operations  
• The building’s management convenes a Tenant Sustainability Committee for green initiatives  
• Major tenant UPMC is purchasing 100% renewable electricity for 13 newly remodeled floors  
• The installation of low-flow and dual-flush toilets in the restrooms cut water use by nearly 30%  
• Fun Fact:  At 64 stories, the U.S. Steel Tower is the tallest building between Philadelphia and Chicago