{"id":1597,"date":"2022-11-12T04:46:43","date_gmt":"2022-11-12T04:46:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prd2030network.wpengine.com\/seattle\/?page_id=1597"},"modified":"2024-11-22T18:43:30","modified_gmt":"2024-11-22T18:43:30","slug":"seattle_faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/2030districts.org\/seattle\/seattle_faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ’s"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”40″ bottom_padding=”40″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=”tilt”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text]What is The Seattle 2030 District?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Seattle 2030 District is a non-profit organization dedicated to making Seattle a more sustainable place. We have specific performance goals for reducing the energy use, water use, and transportation emissions associated with Seattle\u2019s buildings.<\/em><\/p>\n

For more information see the<\/em>\u00a0About us section<\/a><\/p>\n

Who does it involve?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Seattle 2030 District is made up of members that are separated into three different Stakeholder groups. Property Owners and Managers, Professional Stakeholders and Community Stakeholders. Our members include some of Seattle\u2019s largest property owners, managers, architecture and engineering firms.<\/em><\/p>\n

Who are the \u201cStakeholders\u201d?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Property Owners and Managers are defined as individuals or entities that owns, manages and\/or develops real estate within a 2030 District municipality.<\/em><\/p>\n

Professional Stakeholders are an individual or entity that provides services within a 2030 District municipality. Examples include architects, engineers, energy services companies (ESCOs), utilities, and contractors.<\/em><\/p>\n

Community Stakeholders are not-for-profit entities, government entities and community organizations. Examples of a Community Stakeholder include, industry and\/or professional organizations, local green building councils\/USGBC chapters, city, county and state agencies, and community groups<\/em><\/p>\n

What is the boundary?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Seattle 2030 District was founded as a distinct District that extended from South Lake Union to SoDo, and from the Waterfront to portions of First Hill and Capitol Hill, thereby covering the major downtown commercial area of Seattle. While we no longer limit participation in the 2030 District to the central business district, this is still our primary area of focus.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#efefef” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”40″ bottom_padding=”40″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=”tilt_alt”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]What do you measure?<\/strong><\/p>\n

We measure Energy usage, Potable Water use, Stormwater managed\u00a0and CO2\u00a0Emissions from transportation (specifically commute trips) and compare that to the District baselines.<\/em><\/p>\n

What are the benefits of membership?<\/strong><\/p>\n

You can see all the Member Benefits in our One Pager<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

What contributions are required from property owners, managers and developer members?<\/strong><\/p>\n

All property owners are required to share energy, water and transportation data with the District.\u00a0 Sharing of energy and water data is through the Portfolio Manager online tool.\u00a0 No data will be released to third parties without prior consent. Members must also pay their annual fees to retain their active membership status. See our Become a Member<\/a> page for more\u00a0details.<\/em><\/p>\n

How did you set the Performance Baselines?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Our energy reduction baseline is set by ENERGY STAR, which is based on a national database called Portfolio Manager. Our water baseline is based on actual consumption within the Seattle 2030 District boundary as well as on the amount of stormwater that could be managed. Transportation baselines are based on commute trip data provided by Commute Seattle. Each baseline is underpinned by a great deal of specific research and information. Please see the following document for references on all three baselines:<\/em><\/p>\n

For more detailed information on the 2030 District Baselines\u00a0click here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

How do you collect performance information?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Property owners and managers record their energy and water use in an ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager account. They grant the Seattle 2030 District read-only access to this account. We do not share this information in an identifiable way without a property owner or property manager\u2019s express permission.<\/em><\/p>\n

If we anonymously share water, energy and transportation information, how do we know this is secure?\u00a0 Who sees this data?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Published data will be in aggregate for all reporting properties and will not identify the individual building owner, name or address and square footage unless the owner explicitly permits this.\u00a0 Data is only viewed by Seattle 2030 District Staff\u00a0and is not shared with the City of Seattle or with other District members. See\u00a0Statement of Disclosure for Building Data Sharing<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”top” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”40″ bottom_padding=”40″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=”tilt”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text]I see that there are different sets of performance targets for existing buildings and new construction projects with the performance target getting more aggressive each five years.\u00a0 If I hit the target for the year in which the project is finished, am I \u201cgrandfathered\u201d or am I required to make incremental performance upgrades each five years?<\/strong><\/p>\n

New Construction Projects or Existing Building Retrofits that meet the performance levels which were current at the time the design process concluded are considered compliant with the Seattle 2030 District goals.\u00a0 The ultimate goal to improve overall, district-wide performance.\u00a0 Given that performance is averaged over all buildings within the District, to meet overall District targets some buildings will need to voluntarily exceed the minimum requirements. In addition, new construction goals are more aggressive than existing building targets, therefore new construction project meeting the new construction goals already exceed expectation for individual existing buildings.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Are projects certified as 2030 compliant or as meeting the goals of the Seattle 2030 District?<\/strong><\/p>\n

No, there is no certification program or public recognition program such as display plaques.\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

If I join as a Developer, does this require our organization to meet the District\u2019s performance requirements for all our future renovation projects and\/or new construction projects?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Property owners, managers and developers are required to make a good-faith effort to meet the District\u2019s performance goals for the existing and\/or new buildings under their control and in their portfolio within the 2030 District boundary.\u00a0 The timing for portfolio performance upgrades and\/or the development of new properties is affected by a myriad of factors.\u00a0 There is not a requirement to bring individual existing buildings into compliance within a specific timeframe.<\/em><\/p>\n

What\u2019s the relationship between the Seattle 2030 District as a public-private partnership and the City of Seattle?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Seattle 2030 District is a privately led, voluntary membership organization and participation is not required by any government entity.\u00a0 The City of Seattle supports the organization\u2019s energy, water and transportation goals and to that aim has joined the District as a Community Stakeholder, as well as a Property Owner and Manager member.\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Are professional services free to property owners, managers and developer members of the District?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Members that have signed the commitment letter and paid their annual fees are eligible for Seattle 2030 District-specific services, as well as access to limited pro-bono professional services from District members and reduced admissions to Seattle 2030 District sponsored educational programs.<\/em><\/p>\n

How is the Seattle 2030 District related to or different from Architecture 2030, the AIA+2030 Professional Education Series, the AIA 2030 Commitment and other 2030 Districts around the United States?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The year 2030 is widely considered as the decisive deadline for achieving a carbon-free society in order to mitigate catastrophic climate change.\u00a0 In response to this crisis, the non-profit organization,\u00a0Architecture 2030<\/strong><\/a>, was founded by Edward Mazria in 2002.\u00a0 This organization put forth the\u00a02030 Challenge<\/strong><\/a>, a set of defined performance targets that incrementally step down carbon emissions from the built environment to zero emissions in the year 2030.\u00a0 To support this challenge, other organizations, such as the American Institute of Architects (AIA) have used these targets as the framework for programs such as the\u00a0AIA\u2019s 2030 Commitment.\u00a0The AIA+2030 Professional Education Series<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0is an education program created by AIA Seattle, in partnership with Architecture 2030.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>2030 Districts across the United States may vary in approach, however, they all establish performance goals based 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