At McWHINNEY, sustainability is the core foundation of all real estate projects. McWHINNEY is dedicated to cutting down on waste and energy consumption and in adopting sustainable building practices. In line with its goals of embarking on sustainable projects, McWHINNEY consulted with “Colorado State University” and “The Brendle Group” for a sustainability plan of action. The plan was adopted in 2007 and is based on McWHINNEY’s integral values.
The High Plains Environment Center or HPEC, is a non-profit organization that demonstrates McWHINNEY’s dedication to sustainability. The organization is charged with protecting the vast area of Centerra’s open space, wetlands, and lakes. Established in 2001 following a merger with McStain Neighborhoods and McWHINNEY, HPEC provides educational programs, and supports local developers, consultants, and planners on sustainable design.
McWHINNEY’s track record on sustainability can be further demonstrated by some of its highly recognized projects. These include:
l Centerra: This project is marked with energy efficient buildings, low water landscaping, and automatic door systems.
l Chapungu Sculpture Park. This is part of the Centerra project and is known for utilizing compost into the park from recycled construction waste.
l Gold LEED hospital: This is a LEED certified 136 bed hospital facility. The Gold LEED hospital was one of the only two LEED certified hospitals in the U.S. in 2007.
l The partnership between McWHINNEY, HPEC, and Loveland Thompson School District. This partnership was formed to establish a sustainable school curriculum and develop green practices.
l Range view Three: This is a LEED certified commercial building known for its efforts of diverting construction waste.
McWHINNEY is distinguished for embarking on sustainable projects. The purpose of these projects is to create communities that exist in both natural and built environments. McWHINNEY is not merely concerned with developing businesses, shops, and homes, but in creating communities that enable people to relish natural features, and to relate with each other while at the same time protecting important wildlife and habitats.
The High Plains Environment Center or HPEC, is a non-profit organization that demonstrates McWHINNEY’s dedication to sustainability. The organization is charged with protecting the vast area of Centerra’s open space, wetlands, and lakes. Established in 2001 following a merger with McStain Neighborhoods and McWHINNEY, HPEC provides educational programs, and supports local developers, consultants, and planners on sustainable design.
McWHINNEY’s track record on sustainability can be further demonstrated by some of its highly recognized projects. These include:
l Centerra: This project is marked with energy efficient buildings, low water landscaping, and automatic door systems.
l Chapungu Sculpture Park. This is part of the Centerra project and is known for utilizing compost into the park from recycled construction waste.
l Gold LEED hospital: This is a LEED certified 136 bed hospital facility. The Gold LEED hospital was one of the only two LEED certified hospitals in the U.S. in 2007.
l The partnership between McWHINNEY, HPEC, and Loveland Thompson School District. This partnership was formed to establish a sustainable school curriculum and develop green practices.
l Range view Three: This is a LEED certified commercial building known for its efforts of diverting construction waste.
McWHINNEY is distinguished for embarking on sustainable projects. The purpose of these projects is to create communities that exist in both natural and built environments. McWHINNEY is not merely concerned with developing businesses, shops, and homes, but in creating communities that enable people to relish natural features, and to relate with each other while at the same time protecting important wildlife and habitats.