As one of the world’s most innovative real estate companies, Caruso is committed to being a leader in environmental sustainability in both development and operations. These requirements exceed key thresholds including:
15% more energy efficient than the 2016 California Energy Code requirement
All ENERGY STAR certified appliances
Latest Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) HVAC technology, providing significant energy savings compared to conventional heating and cooling systems
Continuous architectural overhangs to reduce solar heat gain
Energy-efficient lighting fixtures and utilization of daylighting methods
25% less water usage than the average regional household
Low-flow plumbing fixtures
Efficient irrigation design with rain sensors and drip design
Graywater-ready plumbing infrastructure for future irrigation use
Efficient filters and maintenance guidelines to minimize water loss
Committed to providing a sustainably responsible development by optionally implementing the following:
LEED Silver Certification: Project meets the U.S. Green Building Council’s criteria for Leadership in Energy & Environment Design (LEED) Silver Certification
Carbon Offset Credits: Offset credits otherwise known as “carbon credits” or “greenhouse gas reductions” will be purchased to reduce the project’s carbon emissions to zero for the next 30 years
