Corporate Social Responsibility Report 2019 | Cushman & Wakefield

Taking Energy Efficiencies to a New Level in Virginia

Our Energy & Sustainability Services team has partnered with the ownership (MetLife Investment Management) and property management at 1320 North Courthouse Road in Arlington, Virginia since 2010 to improve the building’s overall performance through integrated services and sustainable programs. From 2015 to 2019, Cushman & Wakefield helped the 377,000-square-foot building: > Reduce energy costs, single energy source and utility electricity by 42% , saving $380,292 ; > Reduce energy consumption by 4,662,893 kilowatt-hours (kWh) or 42% ; and With our support, 1320 North Courthouse has also achieved a trifecta of certifications including ENERGY STAR®, LEED Platinum and Fitwel, and has improved overall scores in each through a variety of multi-year plans to promote energy conservation, reduce waste, increase efficiencies through smart technology and enhance tenant health. Our efforts have led to the building winning MetLife Investment Management’s ESG Challenge Regional Award for the Washington, D.C. market in 2019, 2018 and 2017. > Reduce CO₂e emissions by 3,296,665 kilograms (kgCO₂e) or 42% .

Supporting VF Corporation’s Strong Commitment to Sustainability

VF Corporation (VF), one of the world’s largest apparel and footwear companies headquartered in Denver, Colorado, has engaged Cushman & Wakefield to lead the sustainability efforts for its new global headquarters in Denver, which will house several of its iconic brands under one roof, including The North Face®, Jansport®, Eagle Creek®, Smartwool®, Altra®, and Icebreaker®. Located in the heart Denver’s LoDo district, the new site fits well within VF’s sustainability priorities. The new office offers convenient access to all forms of public transportation and numerous bike trails, as well as secure “parking” for commuter bikes on site, and walkable access to the many amenities located in the city center. The project is targeting Platinum LEED certification in an effort to reflect VF’s strong commitment to its purpose of “powering movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet.”

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