Hostelling International Boston (HI-Boston) has received LEED Silver certification, marking the first accommodation provider in Boston to receive LEED certification.
Constructed in the historic Dill Building, the project is an example of historic reuse. Reclaimed materials were used throughout the space, including stairwell floor joists that were turned into tables. The kitchen and dining space feature chairs made from recycled Coca-Cola bottles and recycled aluminum tables.
Facility and operational efforts include LED lights and automatic timers, low-flow faucets and toilets, and ENERGY Star appliances. Elevators are 50 percent more energy efficient than standard elevators and the housekeeping department uses an Ozone system to eliminate the use of hot water when laundering linens and towels.
“This is a very exciting achievement for HI-Boston and HI-USA,” says CEO Russ Hedge. “When we envisioned building a new hostel, we were committed to opening an environmentally friendly property. We exceeded expectations with the silver certification level and are very happy to bring this beautiful green hostel to the city of Boston.”
HI-Boston has received a number of awards for architecture and green design, including the Award for Innovation in Green Design-Building Category from the Massachusetts Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council, as well as Boston’s Greenovate Award.
