US Steel Tower

When the U.S. Steel Tower was designed and built (1970), resource efficiency was not an expectation. But occupant health and resource conservation are key concerns for the Tower’s largest tenant, UPMC, and their goals present many synergies with Winthrop Management and other tenants. UPMC’s numerous LEED for Commerical Interiors Silver and Gold certifications comprise nearly half of the building’s leasable square footage, over one million square feet, and this has been instrumental in setting the tone for updating building standards and leveraging building improvements. After achieving BOMA 360 certification and three consecutive years of Energy Star certification (2016 – 2018), the building achieved LEED V4 Silver Certification under the Operations + Maintenance (O+M): Existing Buildings rating system in 2019. Features include: Location & Transportation: Support for alternative modes of transportation, including secure bicycle parking, electric vehicle charging stations, and ride share matching. Sustainable Sites: Site management practices that reduce harmful chemical use, energy waste, water waste, air pollution, solid waste, and chemical runoff. Water Efficiency: Fixture and fitting upgrades, water sub-metering, increased cooling tower water cycles, and drip irrigation for the landscape. The USS Tower reduced building water consumption by 27% from 2016 to 2018. Energy & Atmosphere: Installation of highly efficient LEDs in the lobby and garage, installation of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), HVAC upgrades, and new energy-efficient elevator system, and existing building commissioning. Materials & Resources: The building purchased sustainable products and increased the building’s recycling rate. Additionally, the sustainable purchasing and recycling practices associated with the four UPMC floors that are currently pursuing LEED for Commercial Interiors, contributed significantly in this category. Indoor Environmental Quality: Green cleaning practices, products, and equipment that improve human health, reduce impact on the environment, and provide a clean workspace for all tenants. Winthrop also performed a custodial effectiveness assessment, implements enhanced indoor air quality strategies, and practices green integrated pest management.

City of Pittsburgh

Downtown Pittsbugh

LEED Silver, WELL Health-Safety Rated, ENERGY STAR Certified, BOMA 360 Certified

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Winthrop Management

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