Tour: Skanska's LEED CI fit-out at Empire State Building

Please join us for a tour of Skanska USA Building Inc.'s new home on the 32nd floor of the Empire State Building. Leading the historic Art Deco skyscraper’s new initiative to reduce energy use by 38 percent a year by 2013, Skanska designed and built to high sustainability standards and achieved 35% less energy use than ASHRAE standards. The completely renovated floor maximizes daylighting throughout and offers exceptional views for all of its employees. The 24,400 sqft office is projected to receive LEED-CI Platinum certification. Hear how Skanska worked with building management to coordinate LEED requirements for the base building, found value in investing in “green”, relied on life cycle cost analysis to justify decisions, and managed all the LEED tracking and documentation requirements. Some of the features you will see and learn more about: * Pressurized raised floor and operable floor diffusers for individual comfort control * Views & Daylight: 99% of employees have direct line of site to the outdoor environment and over 90% of the office receives natural daylight * Utilized recycled and rapidly renewable materials including cork, Paperstone, and modular carpet tile Skanska USA Building Inc. is part of Skanska, one of the world's ten largest construction companies. Tickets: $10 USGBC New York Members* $15 Non-Members *Please be sure your membership is up-to-date before purchasing tickets at the Member price. You must be a current USGBC New York member to receive the discount, (USGBC National membership is not applicable)