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Beth Breitenbach on ENVISION 10/20/16
The document discusses applying the Envision rating system to evaluate the sustainability of the Green Build project at San Diego International Airport. Envision evaluates infrastructure projects across five categories to assess their community, environmental, and economic benefits. The Green Build project achieved a Platinum rating, the highest level, through its efforts to reduce energy and water usage, reuse materials, and provide local economic and social benefits. While progress was made, the document notes there is still opportunity to improve the project's stormwater management program and overall water stewardship.
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- 1. Beth Breitenbach, PG,ENV SP Senior Project Manager, Haley & Aldrich October 20, 2016 ASCE Orange County Branch Applying Envision™ to the Green Build Project At the San Diego International Airport
- 2. Agenda Envision™ Rating System The San Diego International Airport The Green Build Project The Pathway to Improved Performance
- 3. What is Envision™? Envision™is a tool that was developed to help evaluate and rate the community, environmental, and economic benefits of infrastructure projects. It was created by the Zofnass Program for Sustainable Infrastructure at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design and the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI) “Are we doing the right project ?”
- 4. Infrastructure Projects Coveredby Envision ENERGY Geothermal Hydroelectric Nuclear Coal Natural Gas Oil/Refinery Wind Solar Biomass WATER Potable water distribution Capture/Storage Water Reuse Storm Water Management Flood Control WASTE Solid waste Recycling Hazardous Waste Collection & Transfer TRANSPORT Airports Roads Highways Bikes Pedestrians Railways Public Transit Ports Waterways LANDSCAPE Public Realm Parks Ecosystem Services INFORMATION Telecommunications Internet Phones Data Centers Sensors
- 5. Envision™ Categories LEADERSHIP RESOURCE ALLOCATION CLIMATEAND RISKQUALITY OF LIFE NATURAL WORLD Enhanced health & quality of life Plan Long- Term Maintenance & Monitoring Optimal allocation & use of resources Preserved & enhanced ecological systems Climate change and other risks addressed The Envision™ Rating System evaluates infrastructure through five categories based on the main areas of impact:
- 6. Envision™ Credits There are60 total credits. A credit is a sustainability indicator related to an environmental, social, or economic concern.
- 7. 7 Over 20 Million PassengersAnnually Contributes $10 Billion Annually to Local Economy Second Busiest Single Runway in the World Confined to 661 Acres Over 20 Acres of Protected Habitat
- 8. 8 Former NTC Landfill Site Municipal,Industrial, & Construction Storm Water Legacy Upland and Bay Contamination Air Emission Sources (Generators, Fueling, & Vehicles) Campus Utility Use (Energy & Water) Sea Level Rise & Other Climate Change Impacts Protected CA Least Tern Habitat
- 9. 9 Living Aspect ofAirport Development Plan Authority’s Sustainability Commitment
- 10. 10 Our Definition ofSustainability “Plan and build an enduring and resilient customer-focused enterprise by effectively managing our financial; social; and environmental risks, obligations and opportunities.”
- 11. Importance of Sustainability TrackingSystems Regionally & internationally recognized Promotes continuous improvement Demonstrates transparency & accountability Benchmarking within & across industries Promotes Total Cost of Ownership approach 11
- 12. Using Envision™ toEvaluate a Project… 12 LEADERSHIP RESOURCE ALLOCATION CLIMATE & RISK QUALITY OF LIFE NATURAL WORLD
- 13. The Green BuildProject 13
- 14. Green Build’s TripleBottom Line 14 Economic Benefits • $1 billion project (largest in the airport’s history) • Leveraged financial strength to secure low interest rate (saving >$70 million over life of bond) • 1,000 construction-related jobs at peak • Long-term boost to local economy Societal Benefits • New concessions supporting local businesses & identity • Art representing local culture • Local businesses awarded >$340 million in contracts • Sustainability education outreach program
- 15. 15 Environmental Benefits Land Use •Brownfield site (former landfill, clean- closed) • Expansion of existing building • Panoramic views Energy/GHG • >38.5% energy reduction • 1 MW solar PV • Cool roofs/pavements • Reduced aircraft on-the-ground energy ($2M VALE grant for landside power/preconditioned air) • 40 electric vehicle charging stations • Low-emissions construction equipment/alternative fuels Water • >30% reduction of water (low flow fixtures) • >50% reduction in irrigation (Xeriscaping, satellite tracking) • 100% stormwater treatment (pervious pavement, filtration) Waste • 99% of construction material waste reused on-site/recycled • >25,000 tons concrete reused/recycled • >20% material from recycled sources • >10% material from local sources Green Build’s Triple Bottom Line
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- 17. Focus on collaboration & leadership Flexibilityfor project types Benefits of Envision… Recognition of social & resilience aspects Whole-systems Approach
- 18. How can performancebe improved? What would we have to do to improve stormwater program? Conserving or Restorative… Beyond sustainable vs. less unsustainable... Net Zero discharge?
- 19. Water Dilemma Municipal PermitVulnerabilities Risks & Escalating Costs
- 20. Collaboration • Multiple workshopsto understand current conditions, stormwater compliance ecosystem, water conservation opportunities, develop vision, goals, and metrics
- 21. Water Stewardship PlanRoadmap Update Modeling Vulnerability Assessment Water Use Studies Vision & Goals Water Master Plan Integrate into Future Development http://www.san.org/Portals/0/Documents/Environmental/2016_0509_Water%20Stewardship%20Plan%20Document_F2.pdf
- 22. Conclusion Envision™ provides apathway for continuous improvement A whole-systems approach helps groups of people achieve improvement ….Moving forward together!
- 23. Questions? BETH BREITENBACH, PGENV SP Senior Project Manager bbreitenbach@haleyaldrich.com T: 619.285.7109 C: 619.507.5602 Haley & Aldrich, Inc. 5333 Mission Center Road | Suite 300 San Diego, CA 92108
Editor's Notes
- #6 Quality of Life specifically addresses a projects impact on communities from the health and wellbeing of individuals of the wellbeing of the larger social fabric as a whole. Leadership is comprised of the tasks that demonstrate effective leadership and commitment by all parties involved in a project. The meaningful commitment from the owner, team leaders, & constructors. Resource Allocation measures the use of renewable and non-renewable resources for the project. Benefits of managing resources needed will allow a longer life as we know it. Natural World allows project teams to assesses the effect of the project on the preservation and renewal of ecosystem functions. This section addresses how to understand and minimize negative impacts while considering ways in which the infrastructure can interact with natural systems in a synergistic and positive way. Climate And Risk looks at two main concepts: minimizing emissions that may contribute to increased short- and long-term risks and ensuring that infrastructure projects are resilient to short-term hazards or altered long-term future conditions. Innovation Points are assigned in each of the 5 categories for both exceptional performance beyond the expectations of the system and the application of methods that push innovation in sustainable infrastructure. Innovation credits act as bonus points that are added to the project score. For example, a project where job development and training far exceed the restorative level and fundamentally revitalize a community’s economy, or a project where the stormwater management system is a community-wide resource for capturing stormwater, preventing erosion, and treating stormwater prior to release back into natural hydrologic systems. Note to Speakers: You may want to provide the Credit List handout that shows all 60 credit
- #11 Airport Sustainabiity Policy
- #14 Description of Green Build: Largest improvement project in the airport’s history. 1 billion project, creating 1,000 jobs at peak construction Designed to meet airport’s current and future demand for travel, improve customer service and provide economic stimulus for San Diego region. Project highlights –focused on efficiency - include: 10 new gate expansion Curbside check-in before entering terminal Dual-level roadway separating arriving and departing passengers New USO facility More security lanes to improve flow of passengers through the terminal Expanded concession area providing more dining and shopping options LEED silver certification or higher with an emphasis on energy savings, water efficiency, emissions reduction, improved indoor environmental quality, and stewardship of natural resources. Initiated by Brownfield reclamation project with former landfill clean closure
- #20 Current municipal permit -> Retain 100% of pollutants from 24-hr 85th percentile storm event (~0.6 inches) via structural BMPs (i.e., intercept, store, infiltrate, evaporate and evapotranspire) Vulnerability Assessment for San Diego Bay -> Airport inundated by 2100 Airport constructed within former tidal zone Escalating costs of water (increase 400% by 2035), compliance (increase 100% in next 2 years) and operational risk (flooding, water scarcity, liability). $1,000/min.
- #25 ACTION 1: Promote A Culture of WS Integrate Water stewardship into the CIP & ADP planning processes Establish a total cost of ownership approach to drive investment in water stewardship Maximize the flexibilities of regulatory processes to promote water stewardship Make water stewardship performance measures visible ACTION 2: Develop Water Reuse Infrastructure Plan Tap new sources of water Develop a closed loop water system Refine airport hydraulic model Integrate water stewardship in the CIP & ADP Leverage energy management opportunities that promote water conservation ACTION 3: Integrate WS in O&M Install water efficient & resilient landscaping & irrigation Ensure Climate Risks are addressed in airport emergency plan Protect airport access & evacuation routes ACTION 4: Integrate WS in Design Guidelines & Standards Ensure new developments protect water quality Require new developments to integrate flood resilient design Update landscaping & irrigation design guidelines to require water efficiency & resilience ACTION 5: Leverage Technology to Improve Data Analytics Install smart meters & real-time data monitoring technology Enhance water quality sampling & studies Leverage advanced SLR modeling resources to support resilience planning ACTION 6: Engage tenants in WS Provide incentives to promote water stewardship Integrate water conservation & resilient design in tenant improvement guidelines & design review process Engage business partners in developing an Airport Climate Resilience Plan
- #26 CR2.1 Assessing Climate Threat -> Conserving