Info Tech® Announces Sustainability Achievements on One-Year Anniversary at New Headquarters
GAINESVILLE, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Info Tech┬«, Inc., a leader in software solutions that
advance and automate construction and provider of expert statistical and
econometric litigation consulting services, is proud to announce
sustainability achievements on the one-year anniversary of operating
inside its new, state-of-the-art headquarters. The facility demonstrates
the impact Info Tech has in the area, including employing 250 employees,
and its commitment to embracing environmental, economic and community
sustainability.
Info Tech moved into the 65,000-square foot building located in the
heart of Celebration Pointe on May 22, 2017. The new headquarters is a
three-story building that features a solar system and green roof.
ÔÇ£This is our first owned building, and it was a non-negotiable for us to
build this facility in a sustainable and environmentally-friendly
manner,ÔÇØ said Tom Rothrock, Info Tech co-CEO. ÔÇ£Two key investments we
made in order to see long-term benefits both to our company and the
local economy were installing a solar system and green roof.ÔÇØ
Solar System Produced 49,672 kWh in Four Months
Info TechÔÇÖs roof contains a solar electric power system that generates
electricity from sunlight without producing air pollution and hazardous
waste. The 127.92 kW solar panel system is estimated to generate nearly
20 percent of the facilityÔÇÖs annual energy. The solar panels produce
clean energy, allowing the company to consume the power generated by the
panels. Installing the solar system transformed the rooftop into an
efficient, renewable energy power plant with the added benefit of cost
savings. In the first year of operation, the average monthly amount of
kilowatt hours the company did not have to purchase was 9,934. In
addition, the company has optimized energy performance by 34 percent
using lighting controls and other energy-saving lighting features.
Green Roof
A 2,400-square foot green roof is located on the third floor and
provides water conservation, energy conservation and use of recycled
materials. The landscape design honors the regionÔÇÖs spring-fed Santa Fe
River by replicating its movement in a winding river rock creek through
the plantings. Native and ornamental species were strategically selected
to adapt to a roof environment, including the 8-inch media depth, and
the Florida climate. While an automatic drip irrigation system was
installed during construction, it will be turned off today because
plants have become established and can rely on nature for continued
sustainability.
ÔÇ£When designing this green roof, it was a priority for the designer to
highlight the Gainesville area and our local region,ÔÇØ Rothrock said.
ÔÇ£While our company serves customers nationwide, we wanted to honor the
region where Info Tech has operated for over 40 years and where the
majority of our employees live.ÔÇØ
In addition to the solar system and green roof, the companyÔÇÖs
sustainability practices include reserved parking for fuel efficient and
carpool vehicles.
ÔÇ£We have had a wonderful year operating from this facility,ÔÇØ said Amber
McClave, Info Tech vice president of operations and chief legal officer.
ÔÇ£It is visually attractive and practical, but most importantly, it is
environmentally friendly.ÔÇØ
About Info Tech, Inc.
Info Tech consists of two core businesses: Info Tech Systems and Info
Tech Consulting. Info Tech Systems develops cutting-edge digital
solutions to support paperless environments and e-Construction
initiatives through automated infrastructure construction management and
Internet bidding solutions. Info Tech Consulting provides expert
statistical and econometric litigation consulting services and support.
With a diverse workforce and collaborative, relaxed environment, Info
Tech is a Gainesville-born pioneer of innovation, committed to its
family of employees, customers and community. For more information,
visit www.infotechfl.com
or www.infotechconsulting.com.
Contacts
Info Tech®, Inc.
Lacey Jones, 352-381-4598
Assistant
Director, Corporate Communications
lacey.jones@infotechfl.com