Sullivan Construction, Inc. has achieved LEED Platimum Commercial Interiors Certification from the USGBC for its new offices at 285 South River Rd.
The office building is the first in New Hampshire to achieve platinum certification for commercial interiors in the council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program.
PSNH collaborated with Sullivan during the 2008 renovation, offering rebates to assist with the installation of high-efficiency lighting and HVAC systems. In 2009, the first full year in which it occupied the building, Sullivan's annual energy and lighting costs were 30% less than they were before the renovation. And, so far in 2010, the building is 33% less energy than prior to the renovation.
"We're grateful to PSNH for offering energy-efficiency rebates and partnering with us early in the project to develop a winning strategy for achieving a return on our investment," said Tom Sullivan, president of Sullivan Construction, Inc.
By awarding platinum certification, the council recognized Sullivan for its success in creating a sustainable site, conserving energy and improving the atmosphere, recycling materials and resources, improving indoor environmental quality and demonstrating design innovation.