Sustainable Design

The project has a goal of earning LEED® Gold Certification from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).

LEED Certification

• “The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System™ is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings”. (www.usgbc.org)
• The County of San Diego is committed to energy efficient, environmentally sensitive and socially conscious practices.
• The proposed project will incorporate the following design features to qualify for a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification
  • Control and mitigation of storm water run-off
  • Water efficient plantings and irrigation to reduce water usage
  • Energy efficient roofing and glazing systems to reduce heat gain and improve interior day lighting
  • High efficiency lighting and mechanical ventilation systems to reduce energy consumption and improve occupant comfort
  • Recycling of construction materials
  • The project will be built to accommodate photovoltaic systems in partnership with SDG&E. A 400 kW photovoltaic system has been completed on Parking Structure A. Click here to view the County of San Diego Press Release for the completion of the Photovoltaic System



• The Medical Examiner and Forensic Center was built to LEED Silver standards.
• The Conference Center will be built to LEED Platinum standards.