By
Rebecca Gibson |
Port Everglades in Florida, US has achieved its first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for its newly renovated Cruise Terminal 4.
Cruise Terminal 4, which reopened after a US$24 million expansion and refurbishment this January, was designed to meet the building and energy efficiency conditions to achieve the US Green Building Council programme certification.
“We decided to renovate Cruise Terminal 4 specifically to comply with LEED guidelines because the certification is widely recognised and it supports Broward County’s sustainability efforts to make buildings more energy efficient and invest in renewable and alternative energy technologies,” said Steven Cernak, Port Everglades chief executive and port director.
Port Everglades’ terminal was refurbished and extended using recycled concrete and asphalt, while low volatile organic compounds were used in the paints, coatings, flooring and adhesives. All of these materials were manufactured within 500 miles of the port.
In addition, the terminal was fitted with remote-controlled, energy-efficient lighting and air conditioning systems; energy-efficient windows; low-water usage toilets and fixtures. Plus, the port installed eco-friendly solar- and wind-powered lighting in the terminal’s parking area.