“We have a strong commitment to environmental responsibility across all our operations and activities, and this project reinforces that commitment,” says Anne Tennier, vice-president, Environmental Affairs, Maple Leaf Foods, of the certification for the rating system awarded to companies with buildings that tout sustainable design.
The 152,000 square-foot building, located at 6897 Financial Drive, was designed specifically for Maple Leaf Foods and incorporates many sustainable features, including: a Thermoplastic Olefin white roof to reduce the heat island effect; low-flow fixtures with greater than 40 per cent water savings; and advanced HVAC systems with heat recovery and high-efficiency boilers.
“Achieving Gold-LEED certification is a major accomplishment, especially for a facility of this size and complexity, and it is the product of strong tenant-landlord collaboration throughout the entire project,” says Tennier. “All teams were onboard and committed from day one to achieving the points needed to secure this internationally recognized certification.”
