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TRD Chassis Engineering
PROJECT BACKGROUND
This project is a first for NASCAR shops in the Charlotte region – a LEED Certified Building. From the beginning, Redline and TRD were incorporating sustainable design initiatives into the project. Much planning and forethought went into site development, building placement, construction techniques & materials and energy systems. From Day-lighting to Thermal Envelopes, Redline Design Group incorporated many design elements to significantly reduce energy consumption. Locating work areas at the perimeter of the building and support functions in the center, allowed the maximum amount of natural light and uninterrupted views of woodlands on every façade. Through Redline and TRD’s combined commitment to protect the environment, this new facility is Green both inside and out and sets a new standard of excellence in the racing community.
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
Seeing a need for change in their business to balance growth with the needs of society and the environment, Toyota set forth The Global Earth Charter which promotes environmental responsibility. Toyota maintains an unwavering commitment to sustainability by raising the bar on industry standards though their visions of sustainable mobility and the conservation of resources. This is apparent in all aspects of their company – from the vehicles they produce to the facilities they design, as they continuously improve their process and products.
STRATEGIES AND RESULTS
• Minimized parking and development footprint
• Preferred parking for both low-emitting vehicles & fuel efficient vehicles as well as van pools and car pools
• Selection of a white TPO roof that exceeded the Solar Reflective Index for low-sloped roofs
• On-site irrigation well
• Low-flow toilets and urinals, low-flow shower heads and infrared sensor lavatory faucets
• Low VOC paints, adhesives, sealants, and carpet systems as well as a construction indoor air quality management plan in place during construction
• Building products extracted processed and manufactured within 500 miles of site
• Reduced energy through individual task lighting, multiple light level switching and occupancy sensors
• Reduced energy use through day lighting and light control systems
• Reduced energy use through superior thermal envelope and insulation valves
• Low workstation walls and interior office glazing to improve day-lighting |
