Sustainable design is a comprehensive approach to building construction and renovation, while minimizing the impact on public health and the environment. Land use issues including site selection, erosion control measures, habitat protection, and proactive stormwater management are considered alongside eco-friendly construction methods and materials. Sustainable sites aim to reduce environmental impacts not only during construction, but also during renovation and demolition. Ideally, green building serves as a means for providing long-term, economically sustainable solutions that preserve our natural resources and enhance our quality of life.

Beals and Thomas continues its role as a leader in environmentally responsible design by taking a lead in the green design field. We are committed to finding creative strategies to improve our environment and protect public health efficiently and cost-effectively. Our involvement with green building projects includes:

• Cambridge City Hall Annex, Cambridge, MA
• John Whitin Mill Complex, Whitinsville, MA
• Doyle Conservation Center, Leominster, MA
• MITRE Center, Bedford, MA

Beals and Thomas has also been involved with several projects that have received grants from the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, a state development agency for renewable energy for the incorporation of renewable energy systems and building efficiency improvements.

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
The LEED Green Building Rating System™ is a voluntary, consensus-based national standard for developing high-performance, sustainable buildings. Based on well-founded scientific standards, LEED emphasizes state of the art strategies for sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection and indoor environmental quality.

Beals and Thomas currently has three LEED Accredited Professionals on staff. LEED Accredited Professionals are experienced building industry practitioners who have demonstrated their knowledge and understanding of green building practices and principles, and familiarity with LEED requirements, resources, and processes.

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