This case highlights the latest and important type of new project sustainability of existing buildings, commonly referred to as an integrated energy retrofit (ERA) project. Anthony Malkin of Malkin Holdings, the owner of the Empire State Building (ESB), recognized the importance of the existing housing stock, especially in New York, more energy efficient, as it includes a large part of the estate in most cities. Taking bold leadership, Malkin has promised to make ESB most energy efficient, sustainable, "green" office building on a pre-war ERA project that examines several aspects of the building systems, operations and tenant behavior. In addition to the ESB green icon in Manhattan, Malkin also noted the importance of transparent and cost of the project to other pre-war buildings can copy the model. This study examines in depth process that Malkin Holdings were in achieving their goal of ESB as a leader in sustainability of existing buildings. "Hide
by Denise Akason, Helee Hillman Source: Kellogg School Management 13 pages. Publication Date: February 27, 2012. Prod. #: KEL669-PDF-ENG
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