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Sustainability in Ballantyne

C H A R L O T T E , N C

WORK ENVIRONMENTS THAT INSPIRE

ENERGY EFFICIENCY WATER CONSERVATION WASTE MANAGEMENT GREEN SPACES COMMUNITY WELLNESS NORTHWOOD’S COMMITMENT

From the beginning, the original developers of Ballantyne, a nationally renowned, 2,000-acre community, recognized the importance of creating environmental sustainability within the office environment as well as amongstcustomers and the community. Over two decades ago, Ballantyne’s master planners began their commitment to creating a strong infrastructure from family farmland.

Long stewards of the environment, Northwood Office remains committed to sustainable business practices. Home to more than 2.5 million square feet of LEED® Gold-certified office space, Ballantyne dedicated large areas of open space for healthy living including 16 miles of sidewalks, bike paths and numerous parks and ponds.

Northwood not only epitomizes responsible development but also engages in comprehensive sustainable business practices. Northwood also drives community outreach by encouraging sustainability awareness through its annual Earth Day Event, Native Bird Nesting Program and ongoing recycling efforts throughout the year.

Ballantyne continues to rise amongst the ranks as one of the most environmentally sound, mixed-use communities in the nation. Incorporating sustainable site development measures, water and energy conservation, materials re-use, waste reduction and indoor environmental features help continually evolve the Ballantyne community. The result is that workers in Ballantyne, residents and visitors alike enjoy a healthier, cost-efficient, comfortable environment that creates an inviting place to live, work and recreate.

If you would like to learn more about our sustainability efforts in Ballantyne or want to share suggestions or feedback, please email our sustainability team at [email protected]. We are always interested in discussing ways we can further enhance our practices in Ballantyne.

R A I S I N G T H E S TA N D A R D S A N O T E F R O M L E A D E R S H I P

John BartonPresident, Northwood Office

All Northwood-owned Ballantyne Office Buildings are in LEED compliance with:

AIR INTAKES

WALK-OFF ENTRY MAT

TPO roof systems which prevent the absorption of heat keep each building naturally cooler.


LEED / ENERGY STAR / LIGHTING / FIXTURES & HVAC

OF LEED GOLD CERTIFIED OFFICE SPACE2+ MILLION SF

of Ballantyne’s Office Buildings are LEED GOLD certified54%

Susan Granson LEED ACCREDITED PROFESSIONAL

Paul CattieuLEED GREEN ASSOCIATE

Northwood Office’s LEED team is comprised of two accredited professionals dedicated to continuous improvement in sustainability through further enhancing daily practices.

Northwood “LEED”ers

Since 2008, the developer of Ballantyne has committed to constructing buildings targeting LEED certification.



of Ballantyne’s Office Buildings are ENERGY STAR certified

All of Ballantyne Northwood-owned office, medical & hospitality properties are

benchmarked in ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager

100%

OF ENERGY STAR CERTIFIED SPACE IN BALLANTYNE

AVERAGE 2019ENERGY STAR SCORE

4 MILLION SF

84



Northwood uses T-8 HIGH-EFFICIENCY 28W LAMPS

which conserves 13% in energy usage over the standard 32W lamps.

All building monument signs are illuminated by LED fixtures

BEFORE

U P DAT I N G TO L E D

TOTAL = 405UPDATED TO LED = 405

DECORATIVE POLE LIGHTS

100% LED

are used to control lightingin restrooms, janitor’s closets, telephone rooms and other areas.

OCCUPANCYSENSORS

Eight parking decks feature T-5 LED LAMPS, which consume half the energy of fluorescents.

The energy saved with these lamps could power

AFTER

TOTAL = 920UPDATED TO LED = 828

PARKING LOT POLE LIGHTS

90% LED

85 homes for365 days



Low flow toilets and water fixturesare used in LEED-certified buildingsto reduce average building water consumption by over 35%

Northwood uses SINK AERATORSAll LEED-certified toilets are equipped with

DUAL FLUSH CAPABILITYto minimize water use.

Staggered building HVAC startshelp reduce demand spikes.

Northwood has committed to a two-year initiative to benchmarkwater consumption and associated costs to improve performance,

compare performance with peers and reduce operating costs.

BOMA W2 CHALLENGE

to reduce water usage by 80%.

Tridium energy management system is in most buildings to control HVAC by monitoring,

allowing for localized adjustments.

Building Automation System

Building Name

Ballantyne One

Ballantyne Two

Ballantyne Three

Betsill

Brixham Green One

Building Code

B1

B2

B3

Betsill

BG1

FLOOR

FIRST FLOOR

SECOND FLOOR

THIRD FLOOR

FOURTH FLOOR

FLOOR AVERAGE

72.8°

72.0°

73.3°

73.7°

SCHEDULE


IRRIGATION & STORM WATER / CUSTODIAL SERVICES

Northwood selects native and drought-resistant plants to further reduce the amount of water needed for irrigation.

Monthly and weekly audits of irrigation systems help locate leaks and make timely repairs to reduce water loss.

Rain sensors are used to reduce irrigation during periods of natural rain fall.

Northwood implemented a storm water management plan to reduce water pollution and remove pollutants from storm water runoff, simultaneously eliminating 85% of total suspended solids within the soil on-site and preventing contamination in local drinking supplies or natural ecosystems.

Northwood captures and retains storm water in detention ponds, which is then reused as irrigation water for landscaping.

Northwood recaptures

STORMWATER RUNOFF

in ponds, which

DRIVES SAVINGS to the investment while

REDUCING DEMAND on the city infrastructure.


IRRIGATION & STORM WATER / CUSTODIAL SERVICES

Northwood janitorial vendors implement LEED EBOM cleaning strategies in regards to cleaning chemicals, equipment and paper products.

All cleaning chemicals and equipmentused by janitorial staff meet LEED EBOM* requirements.

Janitorial staff is responsible for turning off lights upon completion of each floor.

All paper products such as toilet paper, hand towels and seat covers used within office buildings meet LEED EBOM* requirements for recycled content.

*LEED FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS: OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE (LEED-EBOM) is a LEED rating system developed for existing commercial and institutional buildings.


WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES

Ballantyne also offers tenants an opportunity to dispose of old electronics, sensitive paper shredding, prescription medicine and clothing donations each year at the Annual Earth Day Event.

Northwood has partnered with a local waste management company that uses a state-of-the-art resource recovery center

to process co-mingled recyclable materials (paper, cardboard, plastic bottles, aluminum

and steel cans) into new products.

All fluorescent lamps are recycled with a chain of custody with certification to ensure mercury is

properly discarded.

BAL L AN T YNE AVERAGE

6,000 lbs of electronics each year

AVERAGE

18,000 lbs of paper each year


GREEN SPACES / WILDLIFE / LANDSCAPING

The original developer dedicated large areas of open space into each development by incorporating over a dozen parks surrounding luscious landscape thatenhance the natural habitats and overall experience. Details such as beautifully customized flowerbeds and water features make Ballantyne especially unique.

13 POCKET PARKS

18 PONDS

2PUTTING GREENS



60+ Bluebird and Carolina Nut Hatch

BIRD BOXES IN BALLANTYNE

Ballantyne has been a Certified Wildlife Habitat since 2014 for our commitment to sustainability and providing a safe environment for wildlife.

2BEE BOXES



Northwood ensures all fertilizer and

pesticide programs are ecologically

responsible.

Fertilizers and herbicides are applied as needed at correct rates, so as to not pollute the streams with wash off. Irrigation is run based on forecasts.

Lawn clippings are never bagged. Instead, they are mulched and broken down into the lawn.

The 18-hole PGA golf course was certified by Audubon International in 2010 .

Plant material is selected based on its growth habit for the Charlotte region. All plants on the Ballantyne campus are viewed as native plant species to the area. This helps with water conservation and reduces ground maintenance efforts.


COMMUNITY OUTREACH & EDUCATION

18ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING

STATIONS WITHIN BALLANTYNE

• 50+ Local Green Friendly Vendors• Free secure shredding• Free electronic recycling• Goodwill for household/clothing items• Medicine disposal• On-site Farmers Market

FREE EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS Charlotte Air Awareness Group

Habitat and Wildlife Keepers (HAWK)Mecklenburg Audubon Society

HAWK Field Trip Livable Meck Forum

BAL L AN T YNE

SUSTAINABLE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Adopt a Stream Adopt a Street

RECYCLING PROJECTSHandmade Jump Ropes, Dog Toys, Tote Bags and Scarves

eCYCLING COMPUTER DRIVES

USEDBOOK DRIVES

RECYCLING DRIVES


WELLNESS IN BALLANTYNE

19MILES OF WALKING

PATHS & BIKE LANES

Promotion of wellness challenges, local races and free group fitness opportunities

50+ BIKE RACKS IN PARK

Lime-S encourages connectivity by

providing scooters throughout Ballantyne.

20 workout stationFITNESS TRAIL

MEDITATION AREA

State-of-the-Art

YMCAANNUAL BALLANTYNE

WELLNESS FAIR

50+ LOCAL WELLNESS VENDORS

FREE FLU SHOTS

CONVENIENT,ON-SITE DINING

Food Trucks& Foodsby


AWARDS & PARTNERSHIPS

PARTNERSHIPSNorthwood is very involved with industry-related associations and community organizations to generate green awareness and support sustainable business practices.

• CHARLOTTE AIR AWARENESS• LIVABLE MECK• ADOPT-A-STREAM• ADOPT-A-CITY STREET• TREESCHARLOTTE

DUKE ENERGY’S SMART ENERGY IN OFFICES AWARDS 37 buildings were honored for excellence in energy efficiency

2018 WELLS FARGO GREEN AWARDHonored as a top Charlotte Chamber member

organization for sustainable practices in our products, services and company culture.

Ballantyne is honored to be recognized for its commitment to sustainability.

AWARDS

• NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION• USGBC• EPA• BOMA• SUSTAIN CHARLOTTE

• ULI SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL• ENVISION CHARLOTTE• GLOBAL RE SUSTAINABILITY BENCHMARK• DUKE ENERGY

Learn more about our partnerships.

WIPE OUT WASTE AMBASSADOR AWARD Recognized for commitment to building

a stronger community through waste reduction and recycling measures

NAIOP SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AWARD Honored for excellence in building

operations & management

DUKE ENERGY’S POWER PARTNER AWARD Honored for commitment to

responsible energy use

DUKE ENERGY’S KWH CRACKDOWN Recognized multiple times for demonstrating measurable and lasting changes for improvement in energy conservation in commercial spaces

https://www.goballantyne.com/sustainability/partnerships/


NORTHWOOD’S ONGOING COMMITMENT

Northwood strives for continuous improvement in sustainability and is the benchmark for responsible stewardship of all the resources we manage within our portfolio. Northwood continues to research ways we can be more efficient as an operator and steward of the land, as well as provide a healthier environment for our tenants and the greater community. The entire team is motivated to work more efficiently and explore new ways to strengthen sustainable efforts. If you have any feedback or suggestions, please contact [email protected].

Northwood is continually working torward being more sustainable.The Northwood team takes the extra step to keep the community clean by adopting a nearby street and stream. In the office, employees use mugs rather than disposable coffee cups. Recycling stations are positioned throughout the office and printers are set to print both sides of the paper while employees are encouraged to print only when necessary. To further help minimize waste, all employees have a mini garbage can made from recycled plastic on their desks.

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WORK ENVIRONMENTS THAT INSPIRE

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CHARLOTTE, NC - Northwood · sensitive paper shredding, prescription medicine and clothing donations each year at the Annual Earth Day Event. Northwood has partnered with a local