Posts by Lorax Partnerships, LLC
2016 Iconic Green: Here We Come!
This year, Lorax is taking a delegation of 4 representatives to GreenBuild International Conference and Expo Iconic Green located in Los Angeles, California. Lorax Project Managers will be in attendance from Tuesday morning October 4th through Friday October 7th to learn about new sustainable strategies, become familiar with green building technologies, learn from our peers, promote…
Read MoreHarriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center Owner: Maryland Department of Natural Resources Client: W.M. Schlosser Certification Level: LEED BD+C: New Construction v2009 Silver …
Read More30×30 Nature Challenge Kickoff: Day 1
This June, Lorax had decided to participate in the 30×30 Nature Challenge. The 30×30 Nature Challenge was originated by the Wisconsin Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council to encourage people to live healthier lives, however, we were challenged by the Maryland Chapter of the USGBC to participate and drive each other to get outside! …
Read MoreEngaging in Sustainability in High School Education
On April 15, 2016, Andrea Shoaf, one of our Senior Project Managers and our Energy Services Manager, was invited to speak at South Carroll High School about sustainability and green building design. After her speaking engagement, we asked her a few questions about the event. Katie: Hey Andrea, we heard you had a speaking…
Read MoreHAPPY EARTH DAY!
This Earth Day, in recognition of our valued clients’ and customers’ commitment to sustainability, Lorax Partnerships is kicking-off ongoing participation in a tree planting program. Lorax has selected to participate in Replanting Our Forests, a program of the Arbor Day Foundation – a national nonprofit conservation and education organization committed to making our world greener…
Read MoreLorax Adds 3 New Accredited Professionals!
Lorax Partnerships is now 100% LEED Accredited! Today, our three newest employees each passed their LEED v4 Accredited Professional exams with flying colors! From left to right, Katie Stanford passed the LEED AP O+M exam, Hailee Griesmar is now a LEED AP specializing in Neighborhood Development, and Tim Barranco is boasting a LEED AP…
Read MoreAttention! Attention! Change in LEED!
A significant change in LEED is just around the corner! In early March, USGBC membership approved a ballot measure to update the minimum energy efficiency requirements for LEED v2009 projects. The minimum energy efficiency requirement for LEED BD+C and ID+C v3 rating systems is getting more stringent on April 8, 2016. The new minimum threshold…
Read MoreVRF: Improved Comfort and Energy Efficiency
With the recent influx in green multifamily residential projects coming down the pipeline, Lorax has seen a rise in sustainable strategies and technologies that are well-suited to residential projects. One of the technologies that has been on the rise is Variable Refrigerant Flow or VRF HVAC systems. As its name implies, VRF uses refrigerant as…
Read MoreMultifamily Influx and NGBS
As apartment buildings continue to emerge steadily in the greater Baltimore area, Lorax has found itself welcoming an influx of green multifamily residential projects into our portfolio. A contributing factor to the increase in green multifamily residential buildings is the recent update to the Baltimore City Green Construction Code (BCGCC) and Baltimore’s adoptions of the…
Read MoreNelson-Kohl Apartments
Nelson-Kohl Apartments Owner: SA+A Development Client: Warehaus Certification Level: NGBS Silver Named after two pioneers in urban planning, law, and education, The Nelson Kohl is the newest development and gateway to the Station North Arts and Entertainment District. The eight-story apartment building has 105 market-rate units with Milk & Honey Market scheduled to open on the…
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