North Point Hospitality’s AC Hotel Savannah Historic District has secured LEED Platinum certification for new construction.
The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Platinum distinction is the highest recognition from the U.S. Green Building Council for leadership in energy efficiency and sustainable building practices. According to the USGBC, roughly 110 hotels worldwide have achieved LEED Platinum certification across all rating categories and an even smaller number have reached this distinction in the new construction category.
“With the AC Hotel Savannah Historic District, we set out to not only build a best-of-class property, but also to raise the bar for responsible development in the hospitality industry,” Whip Triplett, COO of North Point Hospitality, said in a statement. “This recognition affirms our dedication to creating environmentally conscious hotels that positively impact their communities.”
Atlanta, Ga.-based development and management firm North Point Hospitality collaborated with Savannah, Ga.-based GMShay Architects, led by Pat Shay, on the project’s sustainable efforts. The project received high scores across multiple LEED categories, including energy efficiency, sustainable site development, materials selection, forest-certified wood products, indoor environmental quality and water efficiency.
“The recognition underscores North Point Hospitality's leadership in shaping the future of hotel sustainable development," said Pat Shay, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP. “The AC Hotel Savannah Historic District not only reduces environmental impact but also provides long-term economic and community benefits to the city of Savannah.”