The Gold certification resulted from some of the following: more than 75% of construction waste recycled and diverted from landfills; over 18% recycled content in construction materials; more than 27% materials harvested and manufactured locally (within 500 mi of the project site); more than 53% wood-based materials from sustainably harvested sources; 100% use of low/no-VOC carpet systems, adhesives, sealants, paints and coating; strict indoor air quality standards held throughout construction; and strict erosion and sediment control measures throughout construction.