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GOING FOR
GOLD
Takenaka International wanted Heron Tower to become the first asset in their
portfolio to pursue and achieve a LEED designation, specifically targeting LEED
Silver. But, the New York Asset Services team of
Joe McCausland, Property
Manager, and
Tai Jance ,Chief Engineer, had another idea:
Gold
.
The management team worked tirelessly to exceed owner expectations and achieve LEED Gold status through upgraded
plumbing and air conditioning fixtures, as well as a brand new Building Management System (BMS).
“Takenaka’s target at Heron Tower was LEED Silver, and we are beyond pleased to have exceeded the expectation,” Joe
says. “Our vendors and general contractors worked hard to find areas of improvement and sustainability savings where they
demonstrated their ability to meet the strict requirements set forth by the US Green Building Council.”




