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Our Areas of Growth

Campus Crest is committed to continually improving the way we design and construct our buildings for optimal health, comfort, efficiency, and safety. In 2012, we completed a redesign of our prototype building (to be implemented on 2013 construction starts) to align with LEED and ENERGY STAR. We also installed solar at select properties across our portfolio with more in the pipeline.

BUILDING INNOVATION

What & Why

Renewable energy projects at Campus Crest kicked off in 2012 with installation of two photovoltaic systems: 629 kW system in Greeley, Colorado which is estimated to provide 40-50% of annual energy use, and a 929 kW system in Flagstaff, Arizona, estimated to provide 50-60% of the annual energy use at this property. We have also committed to a PV installation at our property in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Once these programs are running, we will have installed over 2.6 megawatts (MW) electrical capacity, enough to power 260 single-family homes.

These two projects are just the beginning of a company-wide goal to increase energy independence. To further this goal, the Campus Crest prototype redesign project (also a 2012 initiative) includes modif ications to the roof design, building envelope, and HVAC systems to decrease overall energy demand and more easily support solar installations at all new developments.

Benefits

ENVIRONMENTAL

• Decrease the overall electricity demand & impact on existing municipal utility grids

• Decrease demand on oil & coal production

SOCIAL

• Support the growing renewable energy industry, which currently only produced 7% of the total energy in the US in 2010, according to the U.S. EIA.

Who

Campus Crest Development

Campus Crest Construction

Ted Rollins

Brian Sharpe

Andrew Young

SolarCity

Solar Energy at The Grove

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What & Why

We evaluated our prototypical building to examine opportunities for increased energy and water eff iciency. Populus, LLC conducted energy audits at three properties (Waco, Denton, and Abaline) to evaluate our existing buildings and identify opportunities for construction and operational improvements. Populus, LLC also conducted a plan and drawing review to align our construction details with Energy Star v3 best practices. During two full day workshop events, the team members used the audit results, energy modeling, and life cycle cost estimates to evaluate and incorporate improvements.

Benefits

ENVIRONMENTAL

• 30-40% more energy eff icient • Estimated 40% reduction in water

use

SOCIAL

• Improved thermal comfort• Healthier building materials• Educational for tenants and

parents

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• Reduced operating expenses• Reduced utility overages

(happier tenants)

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Redesigning Our Prototype

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Campus Crest ConstructionCampus Crest DevelopmentGary B. Coursey & AssociatesSW Keeney & AssociatesH.K.S.E. Harrell Kaine Structural Engineers Inc.Newcomb & Boyde, LLCInstitute for the Built EnvironmentPopulus, LLC

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What & Why

Dedicated, talented employees are a key component to Campus Crest’s ongoing success. What better way to show appreciation for their dedication than by improving the corporate off ice environment? Campus Crest Corporate off ice was expanded and renovated in 2012. The renovation project is designed to achieve LEED for Commercial Interiors Gold certif ication. With this renovation, Campus Crest signed a 10 year lease and designed for growth to minimize future construction needs for the corporate off ice.

The new off ice boasts a large training facility, employee gym, massage studios, and collaborative work spaces. Healthy interior air quality was supported by incorporation of low VOC paints, adhesives, and sealants. Low-f low water f ixtures were installed to support an anticipated 40% water use savings.

Benefits

ENVIRONMENTAL

• Much off ice furniture, including f iling systems, desk and task chairs were reused to limit consumption of virgin materials and decrease carbon emissions from shipping

• Wood furniture, f looring and trim products were sourced from sustainably harvested forests as determined by Forest Stewardship Council certif ication

• Materials were purchased and sourced from local manufacturers as much as possible, including furniture, drywall & wood studs

• Materials with recycled content were prioritized during purchasing

• Green RECs purchased to offset power demands

• Construction waste recycling resulted in an 87% diversion rate at end of demolition

SOCIAL

• Alternative transportation opportunities for employees has been supported by incorporating bike racks, showers and carpool areas within the renovated facility

• The employee recycling program has been supported and strengthened with this new design by incorporating recycling bins at each workstation, as well as at centralized recycling stations

• Signage throughout the off ice educates employees and visitors on the green building features that were incorporated throughout the space to improve the overall working environment for employees

BUILDING INNOVATION

LEED for Commercial Interiors: Campus Crest Corporate Office

Who

Campus Crest ConstructionGary B. Coursey & AssociatesTeeter Engineering GroupLAM StudiosInstitute for the Built Environment

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2100 Rexford Road, Charlotte, NC

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What & Why

The Grove at Chestnut Towers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania will be Campus Crest’s f irst high-rise project constructed and is pursuing LEED for New Construction (NC) certif ication.

The benefit to pursuing LEED NC is the third-party verif ication to ensure alignment between design and construction of major HVAC and envelope innovations, which ultimately result in improved performance throughout the building life cycle. LEED NC also helps lay the foundation for sustainable operations and maintenance practices once the project has been completed, which align with Campus Crest’s commitment to providing our residents with healthy living environments.

Benefits

ENVIRONMENTAL

• Green roof on parking garage of the Philadelphia tower with public access, which will enhance local air quality, reduce heat island effect and promote biodiversity in an urban environment.

• Decreased building energy demand through design and results in reduced carbon emissions and less demand on existing utility infrastructure.

• Development on a previously developed site ensures existing native habitat is not impacted or removed, and as a result, supports biodiversity

SOCIAL

• Community connectivity of this project ensures residents have access to neighborhood services and public transportation hubs within a ½ mile of pedestrian access

Who

Campus Crest Communities, Brandywine Realty Trust, Erdy McHenry Architecture, PHY Engineers Inc., Praxis Building Solutions LLC & Institute for the Built Environment, BEAM Ltd., Pennoni Associates, Keating, 7 Group, Front Inc., Thornton Thomasetti, Concord Engineering, Cerami & Associates Inc., Van Deusen & Associates, Integrated Aquatics Engineering

Where

Grove at Chestnut Towers: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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BUILDING INNOVATION

LEED for New Construction: The Grove Chestnut Towers

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What & Why

The Grove at Fort Collins is the f irst Campus Crest project to pursue LEED for Homes certif ication. One building will go through the entire certif ication process while the other buildings on the site will be built to the same standards and subject to the same testing.

The standards set forth by LEED, ENERGY STAR and WaterSense have been used to inform the The Grove at Ft. Collins design. The Grove in Ft. Collins is serving as a testing ground for many of the technologies and strategies which will be incorporated into all future designs. A representative sample of buildings will undergo rigorous testing to assure that buildings are performing as designed. 

The commitment to green building and LEED certif ication evolved out of a recommendation from a local community member to connect with the Institute for the Built Environment at Colorado State University. From one recommendation has grown an incredible partnership and a journey toward sustainability in all of Campus Crest’s operations.

Benefits

ENVIRONMENTAL

• Energy & Water Eff iciency

• Healthy Building Materials

• Construction Waste Recycling (86% diversion by 11/1/12)

SOCIAL

Serve as a model and educational tool to our students and their families

Who

Campus Crest Construction, Campus Crest Development, Architectural Energy Corporation, Institute for the Built Environment, Gary B. Coursey & Associates

Where

The Grove at Fort Collins, CO

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BUILDING INNOVATION

LEED for Homes: The Grove at Fort Collins

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