Sustainability

The recent availability of grant and incentive monies for sustainable initiatives has enhanced the sustainable market. As the importance of economic and resource conservation becomes more evident, Tata & Howard continues to be industry leaders on sustainability, such as pump efficiencies, solar panels, and other green initiatives.

With our expertise, we provide efficient designs that utilize sustainable principles and account for future development. As with our Pump Efficiency Studies and various innovations, these principles have allowed us to create system specific solutions that advance a system sustainably. As our world continues to move forward, Tata & Howard continues to think a step ahead and provide paths that will provide a sustainable, responsible, and managed environment.

Green Building

Green building significantly reduces the negative environmental impact of conventional building construction and operation while also reducing operating costs and increasing occupants’ satisfaction, health, and productivity. Green buildings save money and resources and have a positive impact on the health of occupants, while promoting renewable, clean energy. Tata & Howard has experience with water, wastewater, and stormwater sustainability projects and can work with you to meet your specific goals.

Benefits of Green Building

Building design, construction, and operation all have a very large impact on our environment. Buildings annually consume more than 30% of the total energy and more than 60% of the electricity used in the U.S., while five billion gallons of potable water is used each day solely for flushing toilets. In addition, traditional development strips the land of natural, biologically diverse habitats, creating large areas of impervious cover devoid of vegetation.

Green Initiatives in Construction

All commercial buildings, both public and private, can benefit from incorporating sustainability into new construction and major renovations, including water and wastewater treatment facilities.

Green initiatives in construction address the following:

  • Sustainable Sites
  • Water Efficiency
  • Energy & Atmosphere
  • Materials & Resources
  • Indoor Environmental Quality
  • Innovation in Design

The intent of sustainability in construction is to assist in the creation of high performance, healthful, durable, affordable, and environmentally sound commercial and institutional buildings.