Orlando International Airport Honored at US Green Building Council’s Central Florida Leadership Awards
ORLANDO, FL. – The Orlando International Airport announces today that they have been recognized by the US Green Building Council (USGBC), Central Florida Chapter on Friday January 27, 2023, at the Leadership Awards. The Aviation Authority submitted two projects for consideration: the Automated People Mover/Intermodal Terminal Facility (APM/ITF) for the Marquee Green Building Legacy Award and South Terminal C (STC) for the Sustainable Technology Award.
APM/ITF Wins Marquee Green Building Legacy Award
The Marquee Green Building Legacy Award recognized “any LEED certified project constructed, renovated, or operated within the past 10 years (2012-2022). The award consideration focused on Buildings/projects that were innovative in sustainable practices and pushing the envelope of sustainability in design and development and remain that way with a continuous improvement and commitment to sustainability.”
The implemented strategies that awarded APM/ITF this distinction included:
| Energy Modeling and Performance Tracking | Daylighting Strategies | Low-Impact Development | Occupant Health and Wellness |
| Envelope Evaluation and Performance | Water Reduction Strategies | Resilient Design | Renewable Energy Sources |
The Aviation Authority wishes to extend its gratitude and congratulations to the project team.
Master Planner: Schenkel Shultz
Project Design Team: HKS / Atkins / Matern / Baker Barrios
Interior Criteria: Ramski & Company
Owner’s Authorized Representatives: AECOM / GCI
Construction Managers at Risk: Turner-Kiewit / Hensel Phelps
Commissioning Agent: Hanson Professional Services Inc. / CMC
Sustainability Consultant: Eco-Build Strategies.As if this honor was not enough, the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority was honored a second time with the distinguished Sustainable Technology Award.
The Sustainable Technology Award highlights and recognizes “projects/project teams who have successfully implemented an exceptional and innovative technology that improves the sustainable design and/or operations of the building.” Under this criteria, South Terminal C was submitted for its use of a Pre-Conditioned Air Coupled Chilled Water design (PCA), and the Baggage Handling System (BHS).
Using a PCA Chilled Water System instead of the traditional stand-system, the STC was able to increase efficiency, reduce resource and land use and optimize long term fiscal outcomes. Studies show that BHS systems offer a significant reduction in energy consumption at airports ranging from 5-25% of the overall energy use of the terminal.
The Aviation Authority wishes to extend its gratitude and congratulations to the project team.
Master Planner: Schenkel Shultz
Project Design Team: HNTB / Fentress / Syska / Matern / TY Lin / MLM / Baker Barrios / HLB / TLC
/ Vanderlande
Interior Criteria: Ramski & Company
Owner’s Authorized Representatives: AECOM / GCI
Construction Managers at Risk: Turner-Kiewit / Hensel Phelps
Sustainability Consultant: Eco-Build Strategies
About GOAA: The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority provides operational oversight of the Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Executive Airport (ORL). Orlando International Airport is the busiest airport in Florida serving 40 million passengers annually. MCO is currently engaged in a multibillion dollar Capital Improvement Program to increase capacity and enhance customer convenience. The airport’s Capital Improvement Program includes the under-construction 15-gate South Terminal C. Orlando Executive Airport is conveniently located just miles from downtown Orlando and provides general aviation needs to the Central Florida region