LEED Certification

Skyline Tower is LEED® certified at the Gold level under the Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance rating system. This certification means we’ve made a commitment to maintaining excellence in our building operations. LEED is an internationally recognized green building certification system that evaluates the design, construction, and operation of green buildings. Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED buildings provide value for tenants because they perform approximately 25% better than average in terms of energy and water consumption. This translates into cost savings on utility bills and equipment repairs, amongst other benefits.

WELL Health-Safety Rated

Kilroy is embracing WELL Certifications and Health-Safety Ratings, a performance-based system for measuring, certifying, and monitoring features of the built environment that impact the health, safety, and happiness of our partners. Being WELL Health-Safety Rated, Skyline Tower has achieved recognition on the following six health-safety themes:

• Cleaning and Sanitization Procedures
• Emergency Preparedness Programs
• Health Service Resources
• Air & Water Quality Management
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Innovation

We’re proud to recognize these features that promote best practices in design and construction to achieve optimal health and wellness

Waste Management & Recycling

Skyline Tower has a Solid Waste Management Policy to manage the property’s solid waste stream. This includes ongoing consumables, durable goods, construction & demolition activities, and compostable goods and batteries.

The janitorial staff collects the contents of standard trash and recycling receptacles and waste is disposed of in the appropriate compactor. As part of our E-Waste program, designated receptacles are provided within each suite allowing tenants to recycle batteries. Compost is collected from the central kitchen bins by janitorial staff. These bags are biodegradable and disposed of in the compost dumpster at the loading dock.

As a result of ongoing education and participation from tenants, in 2014, Skyline Tower’s waste audit showed that over 50% of all building waste was diverted from the landfill.

Green Cleaning

Skyline Tower has partnered with Alliance Building Services to implement green cleaning standard practices. Practices include the use of the proper chemicals to minimize potential off-gassing, dilution of chemicals to reduce the presence of volatile organic compounds, the use of proper equipment such as HEPA certified backpack vacuums, round bonnet floor waxers, microfiber mops, and single-purpose colored cleaning towels.

In addition to the use of proper equipment, our janitorial staff is kept up-to-date, educated, and trained regularly on best practices for green cleaning standards. Our janitorial staff is trained to use cleaning methods that minimize water usage and reduce supply usage. Training is also conducted for recycling auditing and source pollutant controls.

Sustainable Purchasing

Kilroy Realty understands the significant role material selection plays in the operation of a sustainable building. Throughout a material’s lifecycle, extraction, processing, transportation, use & disposal, there are many negative health & environmental consequences. Environmentally responsible purchasing can significantly reduce that impact.

Indoor Air Quality

Optimal indoor air quality is vital to good health and cognitive function. We at Kilroy Realty recognize this and as such, have a robust building health program that promotes and verifies great indoor air quality (IAQ). You can find our full IAQ policy here. You can also visit the EPA’s website to learn what you can do to improve the indoor air quality in your workspace or home.