Sustainability Consulting Role: 

Gunnar Hubbard and Michael Pulaski PhD provided principal oversight for the comprehensive sustainable design standards including LEED and SITES.  Facilitated early design workshops and charrettes to engage university stakeholders in developing strategies to optimize both athlete experience and sustainability outcomes.   (Work performed while employed at Thornton Tomasetti)

Climate-Positive Solutions Delivered:

• Extensive daylighting with skylights and clerestories tuned for sports activities

• High-performance pool dehumidification with heat recovery systems

• Highly tuned pool façade with horizontal shading to maximize daylight and views while minimizing potential for glare.  

• On-site stormwater management with rain gardens and native landscaping

• Healthy materials including chlorine alternatives and low-VOC finishes

• All-electric systems enabling renewable energy supply

Performance Outcomes:

• LEED Platinum (v4) certification with exemplary performance credits

• SITES Gold certification for ecological excellence. First SITES certification in Maine

• Net-zero carbon operations through efficiency and renewable energy

• 55% energy reduction compared to comparable athletic facilities

• 70% water reduction through recycling and ultra-low-flow fixtures

• Enhanced athlete performance environments with optimized conditions