Southface Institute : Our Impact : Workplaces
kWh saved
These metrics were gathered from the past two years.

Southface’s LEED consulting services have improved energy-efficient measures in workplaces across the United States.

Tons of waste diverted
These metrics were gathered from the past two years.

Southface’s services have recycled, reused and composted tons of waste, diverting them from landfills.

Workplaces impacted
These metrics were gathered from the past two years.

From green buildings certifications to affordable energy opportunities and improved maintenance and operations, Southface has impacted hundreds of workplaces.

Southface is at the leading wave of transforming commercial space by encouraging market adoption of high-performance building tactics and operational practices. Via programs such as EarthCraft Light Commercial, BIT Building, GoodUse and with our team of sustainability planners, we are increasing the health and performance of new and existing building inventory in the Southeast and globally.

Case Studies

Chatsworth Boys and Girls Club

The Chatsworth project supports the Boys and Girls Club commitment to providing vibrant, healthy spaces for children to play and learn in an environmentally responsible building. The Chatsworth project team …

1180 Peachtree

1180 Peachtree, designed by Pickard Chillton, is a 41-story, 780,000 square foot, Class A office building with an extraordinary emphasis on energy efficiency. At Hines, sustainability is not a means …

The Fox Theatre

The Fox Theatre is Atlanta’s entertainment hub. With over 500,000 visitors a year, it is one of the city’s most beloved landmarks. After receiving a building assessment provided by the …

Ballethnic Dance Company

Ballethnic Dance Company Inc., is dedicated to creating a space in classical dance for adults and children who are underrepresented by the community. Their mission is to inform, educate, and …

Atlanta Day Shelter for Women and Children

Located in the heart of Atlanta, the Atlanta Day Shelter for Women and Children seeks to ease the burden of homelessness for women and children and to assist in establishing …

Bank of America Plaza

The Bank of America Plaza, an Atlanta icon built in 1992, is the tallest commercial building in the Southeast and the eleventh tallest building in the U.S. The 55-story tower …

The Fox Theatre Atlanta BBC Assessment Report

For over 80 years, the historic Fox Theatre has remained one of Atlanta’s most famous landmarks. It is one of the city’s premiere venues for live entertainment, hosting a variety …

Program Spotlight

Blue Heron Nature Preserve is a 30-acre green space that has taken part in the BIT Building program.

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Resources

Case Study

The Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design: Built Environment Impacts in the Southeast

The Living Building Challenge (LBC), an initiative of the International Living Future Institute, is a green building certification program that envisions and celebrates the true meaning of regenerative design: design that goes beyond a net-zero impact and positively benefits its …

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Guide

GA 2020 Supplements and Amendments

The INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE, 2015 Edition, published by the International Code Council, when used in conjunction with these Georgia State Supplements and Amendments and any other Georgia State Amendments, shall constitute the official Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code.

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