Setting a New Standard - Green Building & Design Spotlights SEF's Office Building
The first energy positive building in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley has set a new standard according to Green Building & Design magazine. In “This Net Zero Office Design Sets a New Standard,” the article highlights the design and technological strategies deployed for achieving this high standard of efficiency while delivering the project within budget limitations.
Drawing on Passive House strategies, the design sets a regional standard in sustainability - from both economic and performance perspectives. The SEF building will consume about 75% less energy comparable commercial structures in the region while generating 30% more energy than it needs- on site!