Fannie Mae Technology Center

Fannie Mae’s Technology Center in Urbana, MD is celebrating its 5th anniversary and the $1.7 million in energy savings it has realized as the first LEED certified data center in the nation – as reported in a recent Fannie Mae News Release. Haynes Whaley prides itself with being the structural engineer of record on this premier facility. Our staff worked at an accelerated pace with other project team members, including Gensler, EYP Mission Critical Facilities, Mark G. Anderson Consultants and Holder Construction Company, to design the 247,000 sf data center and office facility to LEED standards. With no guidance from previous LEED data center projects, the design team faced a multitude of challenges, but close collaboration and an innovative spirit resulted in success. In addition to incorporating energy-saving features into the design, regional materials were utilized, and 80% of the construction waste was recycled during construction. All of these factors contributed to a more environmentally responsible structure and to the facility’s LEED certification. Since the completion of the Fannie Mae Technology Center, Haynes Whaley has continued to be committed to sustainability with LEED Accredited Professionals on our staff. Many of our projects are working toward or have earned Silver, Gold or Platinum LEED certification.