Sustainability
““We will continue to evaluate and incorporate new technologies, commit to reducing our carbon footprint, find new ways to capture and analyze data, and leverage our influence for the benefit of the real estate industry and the environment.”
– Jeffrey C. Hines, President & CEO
JPMorgan Chase Tower achieved LEED certification at the Gold level under the USGBC’s LEED rating system for Existing Buildings (EB), as well as an Energy Star certification for meeting strict energy performance standards set forth by the EPA.
Sustainability has been at the heart of the firm since mechanical engineer Gerald D. Hines founded the company in 1957. Over the decades, we have continuously partnered with leading manufacturers, universities and engineers to pioneer new approaches and technologies that elevate the efficiency and value of every building, every investment. At Hines, sustainability is not a means to an end, but an ongoing practice that fosters communities and cities around the world.
- Award for Engineering Excellence
- Leed® Gold Certified
- Energy Star Certified