LEED

LEED Experience & Sustainable Design

JM Olson Corporation has long recognized the importance and value of employing construction practices that conserve natural resources, reduce waste, and create healthier and more productive environments. We are committed to remaining on the cutting edge of our industry, and thereby take a proactive approach to the national efforts dedicated to minimizing the impact that the construction industry has on the environment.

As a recognized leader in environmental and “green” construction, JM Olson Corporation was forging the way when it became one of the first to adopt environmentally responsible construction techniques, such as total project waste recycling and utilization. The debris created by all of our projects is sent to recycling centers in order to limit our usage of landfills. And in the hope of decreasing negative effects on the forests and environment at large, JM Olson has implemented a company policy of requiring that as much site debris as possible is to be recycled on every job we undertake.

Our dedication continues through the successful completion of multiple “Green” Building projects. Building upon the commitment to environmental management exhibited by our quality control system, we have actively sought and been awarded projects of environmental significance, including the LEED Certified Detroit Lion’s Headquarters and Training Facility (Allen Park), the University of Michigan S.T. Dana Building (Ann Arbor), Fairlane Green Retail Center (Allen Park), and the new Kresge Foundation Headquarters (Troy). Building upon these experiences allows us to provide our clients with the highest level of environmental expertise in the planning, construction, and fit out of their structures.

Our staff is comprised of many talented and certified LEED accredited professionals who can provide our clients with the information and options to build sustainability into their structure. They are continuously researching and implementing new Green products and technologies that save initial construction costs and reduce on-going energy consumption. From carefully selecting materials to constructing systems for decreased long-term energy costs, building Green is very budget friendly. Coupled with their project experience, our staff dedicates themselves to working with our architect/engineer partners to provide the highest level of environmental design into your project.

In our opinion, construction companies taking a proactive approach to the environment are better able to address environmental issues in the construction process, which is vital in the planning and execution of today’s demand for Green construction. JM Olson’s Environmental Management System (EMS) is among the construction industry’s most comprehensive approach for managing safety and environmental issues. Our approach focuses on streamlining processes, reducing waste, minimizing environmental impact and protecting worker safety while reducing costs.

JM Olson Corporation is very proud of our LEED project portfolio and the unique characteristics and successes of each individual project, and we look forward to having the opportunity to put our knowledge and commitment to the environment to work for you.