Sustainable Design Center

At PAE, sustainable design is core to who we are. This section of our site provides a more complete perspective of our commitment to and experience with sustainable design.

It also includes information about techniques and resources to help clients and others better incorporate sustainable design approaches into their daily work.

TOUR THE CENTER

• PAE's Six Steps to Net Zero Energy
  Every project is unique, but we have found that following this fundamental methodology helps keep projects moving in the right direction.

• PAE's Experience
  Here you will find information about our experience with LEED and other frameworks well beyond LEED.

• Climate Considerations
  Climate is a crucial issue -- though often an under-studied one -- for achieving a high performance building in a given locale.

• Just Enough Data to Make You Dangerous
  You wouldn't design a building using only "rules of thumb" but these formulas, insights and general rules may help steer you in a positive direction.

• Leaders and Standards in Sustainability
  A look at some of the leading organizations working to develop and refine design and performance standards.

• Sustainability Writings
  This is a group of writings dedicated to sustainable design topics. You'll find a wide-ranging collection of articles and commentary.