Fiserv Forum Achieves Prestigious LEED Gold Certification

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Fiserv Forum, home of the Milwaukee Bucks, has been awarded the prestigious LEED Gold Certification for its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. This recognition comes after the arena's initial LEED Silver certification in 2019, demonstrating the Bucks' ongoing commitment to reducing energy costs, environmental impact, and enhancing the fan experience. The certification is a testament to the arena's dedication to creating a healthier and more sustainable environment for visitors and employees.

Key Takeaways:

  • Fiserv Forum achieved LEED Gold certification with a score of 75, making it one of the leaders in sports and entertainment venues.
  • The arena worked closely with Greenwood Consulting Group to pursue recertification using the Arc platform, tracking and reporting on energy, water, waste, transportation, and human experience.
  • Fiserv Forum demonstrated a commitment to transparency in health and building operations, tracking performance metrics for energy, waste, and water.
  • The arena is leading the charge to transform the market by prioritizing sustainable building performance, reducing energy costs, and conserving water.
  • Fiserv Forum implemented a closed-loop recycling process in collaboration with SC Johnson, aiming to recycle 1 million plastic cups used annually and reduce plastic waste entering the environment.
  • Specific initiatives contributing to Fiserv Forum's certification include building efficiency, air quality testing, and waste reduction efforts.
  • Key partners in achieving the certification include Populous, Mortenson, EUA, Johnson Controls, SC Johnson, and GFL Environmental.

Statistics:

  • Fiserv Forum achieved a score of 75 in the LEED Gold certification process.
  • The arena reduced energy costs and environmental impact through sustainable design, construction, and operations.
  • Fiserv Forum tracked and reported on energy, water, waste, transportation, and human experience using the Arc platform.
  • The arena aims to recycle 1 million plastic cups used annually through its closed-loop recycling process.
  • Fiserv Forum prioritizes sustainable building performance, reducing energy costs and conserving water.
  • The arena's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility has earned it prestigious LEED Gold certification.

Sources:

  • Press Release, Johnson Controls International plc
  • USGBC (U.S. Green Building Council)
  • Greenwood Consulting Group
  • SC Johnson
  • Milwaukee Bucks
  • Fiserv Forum
  • Johnson Controls
  • Arc (performance scoring tool)
  • USGBC (U.S. Green Building Council)