Project Name: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Okemos Emergency Center
Client/Owner: University of Michigan Health
Project Contract Value: $2,122,300
Project Scope: New Construction
Location: Okemos, MI
Project Type: Healthcare/Medical Office Building
Project Brief/Features:
Centennial Electric played a critical role in the construction of the University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Okemos Emergency Center, a pioneering healthcare facility that achieved LEED Silver Certification in May 2024. This certification distinguishes it as only the second emergency center in Michigan to meet this level of environmental and operational excellence. Recognized for innovation and sustainable practices, the project earned third place in the Innovative Project Award presented by the U.S. Green Building Council of West Michigan (USGBC-WM).
Centennial Electric’s Scope of Work:
Centennial Electric provided a comprehensive electrical solution for the facility, encompassing:
- Lighting Systems: Energy-efficient and innovative lighting fixtures designed to enhance energy savings and improve the experience for patients and staff.
- Lighting Controls: Advanced systems enabling precise control to optimize energy usage and adaptability.
- Power Distribution: Robust infrastructure to support 24/7 healthcare operations, ensuring reliability and efficiency.
- Critical Power Systems: Redundant power solutions critical for emergency operations and patient safety.
- Life Safety Systems: Comprehensive systems to meet stringent healthcare safety standards.
- EV Charging Stations: Support for sustainable transportation with electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Innovative and Sustainable Features:
This facility showcases cutting-edge sustainability measures, including:
- 16% energy cost savings, achieved through high-efficiency building systems and advanced lighting technologies.
- Use of prefabrication, significantly reducing construction time, material waste, and energy use during the building phase.
This project underscores the potential of healthcare facilities to prioritize environmental stewardship, patient well-being, and operational efficiency. Centennial Electric is proud to have contributed to a project that sets a new standard for sustainable healthcare construction in Michigan.
