| Overall Rating | Gold |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 68.42 |
| Liaison | Austin Sutherland |
| Submission Date | Feb. 18, 2025 |
University of Pennsylvania
OP-4: Building Operations and Maintenance
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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1.20 / 5.00 |
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Total floor area of existing building space:
17,299,357
Square feet
Floor area of existing building space operated and maintained in accordance with a sustainable management policy/program and/or a green building rating system:
| Existing floor area | |
| Certified at the highest achievable level under a multi-attribute, Green Building Council (GBC) rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., LEED O+M Platinum) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at the 2nd highest level under a 4- or 5-tier, multi-attribute, GBC rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., LEED O+M Gold) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at mid-level under a 3- or 5-tier, multi-attribute, GBC rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., BREEAM-In Use Very Good) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at a step above minimum level under a 4 -or 5–tier, multi-attribute, GBC rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., LEED O+M Silver) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at minimum level under a multi-attribute, GBC rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings (e.g., BREEAM In-Use Pass or LEED O+M Certified) | 0 Square feet |
| Certified at any level under a non-GBC rating system or single-attribute rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings | 0 Square feet |
| Operated and maintained in accordance with a multi-attribute, sustainable management policy/program, but not certified under an O+M rating system | 10,342,910 Square feet |
| Operated and maintained in accordance with a single-attribute, sustainable management policy/program, but not certified under an O+M rating system | 0 Square feet |
| Total | 10,342,910 Square feet |
Percentage of existing building space certified under a green building rating system rating system focused on the operations and maintenance of existing buildings:
0
A brief description of the sustainable operations and maintenance policy/program and/or O+M rating system(s) used:
The University of Pennsylvania operates and maintains its buildings in accordance with a comprehensive sustainability program that integrates multiple attributes, including energy efficiency, green cleaning, and integrated pest management.
- Penn employs an advanced energy management program, which utilizes ICONICS GENESIS64™ HMI/SCADA to provide real-time monitoring and control of critical building systems across 120 buildings, covering over 17 million square feet. This centralized Operations Control Center (OCC) allows for efficient energy management by optimizing HVAC systems, chiller plants, electrical substations, and lighting controls to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. Additionally, Kepware’s connectivity solutions integrate over 600,000 sensor points across more than 300 buildings, ensuring seamless energy data tracking, system reliability, and proactive maintenance to prevent inefficiencies.
- Penn’s Green Cleaning Program is designed to reduce the exposure of building occupants and cleaning personnel to chemicals and practices that adversely impact air quality, health, building finishes, and the environment. All cleaning products and materials meet the sustainability requirements outlined in LEED Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance IEQ Credit 3.3, and housekeeping staff receive continuous training to maintain compliance with these standards. Building occupants are encouraged to provide feedback through established channels to enhance sustainability efforts.
- The Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach at Penn emphasizes preventive and systematic pest control strategies, including regular inspections, exclusion techniques, sanitation, and mechanical control methods. Pesticides are only used as a last resort, with a strict policy favoring the least hazardous, pre-approved materials. All pest management activities comply with federal, state, local, and university regulations, ensuring alignment with sustainable building management practices.
References on energy management program:
- Case Study on SCADA (PTC): https://www.ptc.com/en/case-studies/upenn-improves-connectivity-across-campus
- Success Story on SCADA (ICONICS): https://iconics.com/en-us/Documents/Success-Stories/University-of-Pennsylvania
- Penn Facilities Site: https://facilities.upenn.edu/sustainability/energy-management
- Buidling Design Standards and Policy (revised 2022): https://facilities.upenn.edu/standards-policies-standards/design-standards/division-25-integrated-automation
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