- Bronze
- Hartford Green
- Natural Clay
- White
- Black
- Sandstone
- Mill Aluminum
Clear Anodized, Dark Bronze Anodized, custom color matches, and flouropolymer finishes are available for an additional charge.
Copper, Stainless Steel, and simulated Lead coated Copper cladding options are available for an additional charge.
Actual colors may vary. Color chips are available upon request.
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Our New Facility's LEED and Eco-Friendly Design
On June 22, 2009, Solar Innovations® moved to Pine Grove, PA (approximately 20 minutes North of the current location) and into a custom designed and built facility which was carefully evaluated on all fronts and especially against LEED standards and “Green” Business Practices. The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building System is the national benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high-performance green buildings.
In pursuit of our environmentally friendly objective, time was taken to participate in a LEED Gap Analysis. The Green Building Rating System for new construction and major renovations is based on points earned.
The levels are as follows:
• Certified
• Silver
• Gold
• Platinum
Upon initial evaluation, Solar intends to earn Gold Level LEED Certification, but hopes to achieve Platinum in the following months. The building has been evaluated on many categories: Sustainable Site (site selection through construction), Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, and Innovation and Design.
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Eco-friendly LEED objectives incorporated into our new facility’s design are:
Preferred parking for energy efficient and carpool vehicles
Bike racks
Refurbished furniture
A roof prepared for Photovoltaic Panels
A windmill to generate energy
A cistern to collect rain water
CFL Light Blubs
Orientation to viewing the natural environment
Complete recycling program
Bio-Retention basins to filter and treat storm water runoff. (Bio-retention basins reduce pollutants, reduce erosion, and increase biodiversity in landscape with wildlife and aesthetic values.)
Beyond these LEED factors, Solar Innovations® has made environmentally conscious building choices like low VOC paint and replaceable carpet and ceramic squares to help make the new facility greener than our current location. The incorporation of our own structures, a transom window pattern around the entire building, and over 10,000 square feet of glass will ensure we have lots of light. Motion censored lights will also help to control energy use. Exposed beam ceilings have been selected for the building as they will allow for easy repairs to the lighting systems and wiring without requiring further ceiling repair. Low flow porcelain fixtures as well as recycled content paper products, foam soap, and green cleaning products will also be utilized in the new facility. The building’s landscape and grounds will be cared for organically and include a compost pile to ensure the gardens flourish.
In the future, Solar intends to continue to expand our environmentally-conscious endeavors. The company will strive for LEED Certification in Maintenance and Operations, as well as Cradle to Grave certification. Cradle to Grave Certification provides a company with a means to tangibly and credibly measure achievement in environmentally-intelligent design, and also helps customers purchase and specify products that are pursuing a broader definition of quality.
Finally, in an effort to increase environmental awareness and assist our customers in achieving Green Building initiatives, such as LEED certification, the company will be providing additional information on how our products can help achieve this environmentally-friendly objective. Click on the following links for more information on our Environmental Efforts or LEED certification.
Visit the U.S. Green Building Council’s website at www.usgbc.org to learn more about how you can make LEED work for you.