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Sustainable Sites
Site selection and development are important components of a building’s sustainability.
The Sustainable Sites category discourages development on previously undeveloped land; seeks to
minimize a building's impact on ecosystems and waterways; encourages regionally appropriate
landscaping; rewards smart transportation choices; controls stormwater runoff; and promotes
reduction of erosion, light pollution, heat island effect and construction-related pollution.
–LEED 2009
| Site Selection | Development Density | Minimizing Land Disturbance | Alternative Transportation |
| Site Development | Stormwater Design | Heat Island Effect Reduction |
| Light Pollution Reduction | Green Construction Practices |
SUSTAINABILITY PROJECTS
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Electric Vehicle Charging
Stations
Project Overview
As electric vehicles start to become adopted by the public, CLT recognizes
structure for passengers to use. The two charging stations in the Business Valet
parking structure were supplied by Praxis Technologies Inc . under a grant from
the NC Green Business Fund. They were funded with ARRA funds through the
NC Dept of Commerce and Energy Department.
parking employees will charge the vehicle. Once charged, the valet employees
will move the vehicle from the charging station and pull it into a parking space.
This will ensure proper circulation of charging electric vehicles. The charging
stations are manufactured by ChargePoint. The ChargePoint Network software
services and charging stations are sold and installed worldwide through
independent regional distributors and OEM partners.
Fast Facts
Start Date................................................................................... 8/15/2011
Completion Date...................................................................... 9/2/2011
Updated.................................................................................... 11/15/2012
Location........................................................... Business Valet structure
.................................... Reduced air pollution
Industry Standards
LEED.................................................................... 2009 O&M - SS Credit 4
IgCC..................................................................................... Not Applicable
SAM.................................................................................................. O&M 1.8
IECC..................................................................................... Not Applicable
Project Notes
Manufacturer........................................................................ ChargePoint
Use..................................................................................... 24/7 availability
................
• Electrical Input
• Input Power 7.2 kW
• Input Voltage 208/240 VAC
• Input Current 30 A
• Standby Power 5 W typical
• Electrical Output
• Output Charging Power 7.2 kW
• Output Voltage 240 VAC
• Output Current 30 A
• Output Charging Connector SAE J1772™ EV Connector
5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28208
moving towards a sustainable future
P.O. Box 19066
Charlotte, NC 28219
Global Initiative #: 4
Focus Area:
5
P 704.359.4000
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SUSTAINABILITY PROJECTS
Profile Sheet
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Electric Vehicles
Project Overview
The Airport decided to try out 2 electric parking vehicles and 1 carpool vehicle
in an attempt to show how the Airport is open to alternative fuel vehicles.
Vehicle Maintenance has not encountered any problems with these vehicles
so far. The only maintenance required to date is to occasionally check the
batteries, and fill them up with water for the parking vehicles.
Parking Vehicles Specifications
• e-ride Industries offers two models, the exv4 electric transportation
vehicle and the exv2 electric utility vehicle. Both vehicles are offered
with a wide array of options to suit any individual’s needs.
• Max Range: Up to 55mi (88.5km)
• Max Speed: 25mph (40km/h)
• LxWxH: 155" x 61.5" x 69"
• Motor: 72Volt, 16.5hp DC Sep. Ex Motor
• Front: Dual A-Arm Independent Suspension
• Four Wheel Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Fast Facts
Start Date......................... 2008 for e ride and 2010 for Nissan Leaf
Completion Date................................................................ 2009 & 2010
Updated..................................................................................... 5/21/2013
Location................................................... Daily & Long Term parking
Environmental Benefit...................................... Improved air quality
Industry Standards
LEED.................................................................. 2009 O&M - SS Credit 4
IgCC.................................................................................... Not Applicable
SAM................................................................................................. O&M 1.8
IECC.................................................................................... Not Applicable
Project Notes
Manufactureres......................................... e-ride industries & Nissan
Cost..................................................................... $13-$14K per e ride car
Use........................................................................... Airport Commuting
Global Initiative #: 4
Focus Area:
2
CLT’s Commitment to Sustainability: Identify and pursue fiscally responsible practices and strategies that minimize environmental impacts to achieve
a sustainable enterprise for the benefit of the region.
5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28208
moving towards a sustainable future
P.O. Box 19066
Charlotte, NC 28219
P 704.359.4000
F 704.359.4030
T 1.800.FLY.CDIA
cltairport.com
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SUSTAINABILITY PROJECTS
Profile Sheet
Hybrid Buses
Project Overview
As gas prices continued to rise, the opportunity presented itself for CLT
to test/seek out alternative fuel vehicles. The Airport purchased two
DesignLine hybrid buses in 2007 to transport Airport passengers to and
from the terminal and Airport parking facilities. The Airport purchased an
additional 5 hybrid buses in late 2010, bringing the total to 7. The Airport
received $1 million dollars, which resulted in a $200,000 financial aid for
each bus. Airport employees drive these buses, as well as service them
when needed.
• All of DesignLine’s hybrid buses are “full series hybrids”.
• They employ a relatively small auxiliary power unit (APU) versus a
full-sized diesel engine.
• These buses can operate on battery power only and capture benefits
from regenerative braking. This reduces maintenance costs.
• All of the parasitic loads (including heating, ventilating and air
conditioning (HVAC), power steering, radiator and air compressor)
are electrically driven rather than driven by a large internal combustion
engine with hydraulics or belts.
Fast Facts
Start Date........................................................................... Summer 2007
Completion Date................................................................. Winter 2010
Updated..................................................................................... 8/16/2011
Location..................................................... Daily & Long Term parking
Environmental Benefit...................................... Improved air quality
Industry Standards
LEED.................................................................. 2009 O&M - SS Credit 4
IgCC.................................................................................... Not Applicable
SAM................................................................................................. O&M 3.7
IECC.................................................................................... Not Applicable
Project Notes
Number of Buses....................................................................................... 7
Cost................................................................................ $535,000 per bus
Manufacturer......................................................................... DesignLine
Used.......................................................... 365 days/year 24 hours/day
Global Initiative #: 4
Focus Area:
1
CLT’s Commitment to Sustainability: Identify and pursue fiscally responsible practices and strategies that minimize environmental impacts to achieve
a sustainable enterprise for the benefit of the region.
5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28208
moving towards a sustainable future
P.O. Box 19066
Charlotte, NC 28219
P 704.359.4000
F 704.359.4030
T 1.800.FLY.CDIA
cltairport.com