Helping to deliver a fabrication plant that meets net zero energy goals
BETA Technologies is creating electric transportation that’s safe, reliable, and sustainable. Their in-production aircraft is called the Alia—the world’s most technologically advanced electric vertical aircraft (EVA) and the first of its kind to operate with zero operational emissions. When BETA needed their first large scale fabrication facility to produce the Alia, they turned to us to collaborate with their design architect, Vermont Studios (comprised of Studio III Architecture Scott + Partners Architecture), to deliver an all-electric, zero fossil fuel fabrication plant design to meet net zero energy for core-and-shell loads.
Sited adjacent to Burlington International Airport, the new manufacturing and office facility implements the latest sustainability and environmental strategies. The building emphasizes energy efficiency, minimizes environmental impact, and includes both community and green outdoor spaces to allow the public to be part of the experience. Our design features all-electric systems, high-performance envelope, a 400-foot (122-metre) deep, 260-well geothermal system tied to energy recovery ventilation, and other sustainable practices. The manufacturing spaces have a central skylight that floods the space with natural light and connects BETA’s workers with views of the changing skies above.
The design reflects the surrounding community and natural environment. Phase 1 is now complete, and this facility—and the products it produces—has a positive impact on both the community and as well as the environment.
At a Glance
- Offices
- Client
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- BETA Technologies
- Partners
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- Vermont Studios
- Wagner Hodgson
- Landscape Architecture
Kate Csontos, Principal
Reducing unnecessary static creates a platform where we focus on a common goal and efficiently achieve world and life changing results.
Michael Grant, Senior Associate, Architecture
It’s in collaboration with clients to transform their institutions and neighborhoods, I’ve found my greatest satisfaction as an architect.
David Lunny, Senior Principal, Architecture
Collaboration allows us to harness the strengths of our teams to deliver design solutions that are creative, practical, and always memorable.
Samuel Zweighaft, Associate, Technology Consultant, Buildings
I design unified technology systems for a modern world to provide clients with a strong foundation for the future.
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