Toyota Dealership To Become First Net Zero Energy Auto Facility

Oct 6, 2016

In today’s society people and businesses are trying to “green-up” their image. Well, it looks like Toyota is about to set a new high standard for green business. A newly-opened Toyota dealership in Corvallis, Oregon is on schedule to receive both Net Zero Energy and LEED® Platinum certifications.

“As a design firm committed to constantly raising the bar and leading the charge on the future of sustainable design projects, we are very proud of this project,” said Rick Ferrara, Project Director at Gensler. “Not only is Toyota of Corvallis setting a new standard for Toyota, they are leading the industry in a completely new direction.”

Over the next year, the architect of the 34,800-square-foot facility will collect data to ensure that both certifications become a reality. To become a Net Zero Energy facility, the building must prove that it has produced more energy than it has used. With the help of solar panels and the return of energy to the local power grid, this goal should be easily attainable.

“Toyota is focused on being a leader in environmental sustainment through our development of hybrid and fuel cell technologies, the creation of energy efficient facilities and our commitment to support philanthropic organizations that address environmental issues,” said Steve Haag, Toyota Motor Sales regional manager. “We applaud Toyota of Corvallis for setting a positive example and creating a first-of-its-kind template for the auto dealership of the future.”

“Toyota of Corvallis on Track to Be World’s First Net Zero Energy Auto Dealership | Toyota.” Toyota USA Newsroom. Toyota, 30 Sept. 2016. Web. 06 Oct. 2016.