North Transfer Station – A Case Study

The North Transfer Station exists to manage the waste products of the local area as populations continue to grow and pollution stays on the rise. Every day this station manages around 400 tons of waste and it does so in an extremely discrete and energy-efficient manner. All 172,099 square feet of this structure exist at a maximum of 78 feet above sea level to avoid obstruction of residential views onto Lake Union. The design provides ample space for offices as well as the processing of waste and recyclables. It is built to prevent any auditory disruptions of the local area and its green roof accentuates the natural landscape. Photovoltaic energy production and a 68% reduction in CO2 emissions serve to compensate for the daily use of heavy machinery within the structure. This LEED Gold certified building is a bold example of how sustainability can be applied to structures of all functions. To learn more, look into this multimedia course on how the North Transfer Station functions.