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“ Modernised for the 21st Century , we have made the Empire State Building an exemplar of an energy-efficient , sustainable and healthy building ”
ANTHONY E . MALKIN CEO , PRESIDENT & CHAIRMAN , EMPIRE STATE REALTY TRUST
towards great achievements . Now that is happening in energy efficiency , water conservation , waste diversion and indoor environmental quality ( IEQ ).
A transformation of the built environment is critical to slow the effects of climate change . Our work at the Empire State Building proves that a cost-effective transformation of even a 90-year-young building in the middle of New York City is possible . Modernised for the 21st Century , we have made the Empire State Building an exemplar of an energy-efficient , sustainable and healthy building .
Energy efficiency and IEQ are at the heart of all we do at ESRT . We have committed to carbon neutrality for the Empire State Building by 2030 and for the portfolio by 2035 . The Empire State Building has been powered by 100 % renewable wind energy since 2011 , and all our portfolio energy usage is powered by 100 % renewable wind energy .
Since our retrofit was completed , it has been replicated across millions of square feet throughout the U . S . If we can do it with the Empire State Building , anyone can do it anywhere .
In terms of climate change , has there been a culture shift among the people working in the ESB ? DR : Since 2010 , we have incorporated rigorous sustainability performance provisions into our leases , helping tenants achieve their ESG goals and ours .
Criteria for energy , water , health and wellness , IEQ , responsible materials specifications , and waste diversion are all part of our sustainability clauses , and this superior
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