You’re living in a Green Cities building.
Here are some of the ways Vert is prioritizing sustainability, health, and community:
Resource Efficiency
- Replaced unit light bulbs with LED bulbs, which use 75% less energy than incandescent, and last up to 25 times longer.
- Sourced ENERGY STAR©-rated appliances for all renovated units, which use 15% less energy than other models.
- Added low-flow aerators in plumbing fixtures to saves up to 50% of water.
- Installed EV stations for convenient charging.
- Replaced traditional landscaping with xeriscaping, leveraging the use of rocks and drought-tolerant plants to dramatically reduce the need for irrigation.
Health and Wellbeing
- Installed a water bottle filling station and drinking fountain in the amenity space to reduce disposable water bottle use and increase access to fresh water for all.
- Provided modern fitness center.
- Planted seasonal herb gardens for resident use.
- Provided resident bike parking.
Design
- Implemented Biophilic Design for a connection to nature and mental, physical, and emotional health.
Detoxification
- Used GREENGUARD certified low VOC paints to reduce harmful gasses emitted by traditional paints.
- Installed walk-off floor mats at all entries to reduce indoor air pollutants and dirt.
- Prohibited smoking inside the building and within ten feet.
- Provided green cleaning supplies to all staff and tenants, reducing harsh chemicals.
- Installed MERV-13 filters, the highest rated residential filter available, effectively reducing pet dander, viruses, and allergens from indoor air.
Vert is a Fitwel and LEED Certified building.
