Sustainability

Sustainability Is Second Nature

Everyone’s going green these days, and we think that’s great. But it makes it difficult to figure out what’s really a sustainable solution, and what’s just green for green’s sake. At SLI, sustainability is baked right in—to our culture AND our products. SLI buildings are all designed to meet LEED Silver certification at a base level, but more importantly, it’s simply a better living experience.

Our unique building method creates less waste, and a smaller carbon footprint – giving both developers and residents a place they can feel good about.

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Sustainability

  1. Solar photo voltaic panels for energy generation
  2. Solar thermal (hot water) panels for domestic hot water and radiant heating
  3. Possible horizontally mounted vertical axis type
    wind generator(s)
  4. Possible vertical axis wind generator(s)
  5. Steel frame
  6. Optional bolt-on decks
  7. Light shelves provide shading and bounce light deep into space
  8. Operable doors/windows provide natural, cross-ventilation.
  9. Water features & landscaping
  1. Green screen for privacy at entry into unit
  2. Operable window above door
  3. Light-admitting inserts in walkway at entries
  4. Obscure glass bathroom walls
  5. Translucent panels
  6. All plumbing in common wall
  7. Pre-fabricated wall (plumbing and electrical built-in)
  8. Translucent panels diffuse light and provide privacy
  9. Potential rainwater collection tubes