Building Science Consultants

Design Cost Data magazine has once again featured an article by Green Ideas’ President Charlie Popeck in the May 2026 issue. The comprehensive case study article highlights the high-performance design elements that Charlie and his team at Green Ideas Building Science Consultants helped to incorporate into the development of The Pomeroy, a 293,346 square foot multi-family project in Mesa, Arizona. The low-carbon project features high-efficiency HVAC and appliances, an energy efficient building envelope, and water-saving plumbing systems that reduce potable water use indoors and for irrigation purposes. Low-VOC building materials with Environmental Product Declarations further enhance indoor air quality while reducing the project’s environmental footprint. The multi-family community also supports low-carbon living with EV-charging stations, a reduced parking footprint, and easy access to quality transit. Blending comfort, style, and sustainability, The Pomeroy exemplifies how modern apartment communities can combine style, comfort, and advanced sustainability in one cohesive development. Through thoughtful design, energy- and water-efficient systems, healthy material choices, and a site that supports transit-oriented living, The Pomeroy enhances resident well-being while significantly reducing environmental impact. This LEED Silver-certified project stands as a model for future residential development in Mesa,  demonstrating that high-performance building strategies and exceptional living environments can coexist seamlessly. Read the article and more information about this innovative project at: https://egreenideas.com/portfolio/the-pomeroy/ Read the article on page 30 of the publication here: https://dcd.com/current-issue/

Due to a tremendous interest in sustainability in Scottsdale, AZ, the popular podcast “Today and Tomorrow in Scottsdale” invited Green Ideas President Charlie Popeck to join the show. Charlie talked about his involvement in the founding of the Arizona Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council in 2002. And he shared several applied building science principles that he uses daily. The podcast is live on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube

Green Ideas® Building Science Consultants has supported McCarthy Building Companies with their LEED General Contractor responsibilities for the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport T4S1 project which was recently certified at the LEED® SILVER level by the U.S. Green Building Council. Designed by Smith Group JJR and Corgan Architects, the T4S1 project is the eighth and final concourse at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Terminal 4. The 129,636 SF project is a 3-level concourse with a basement, apron and passenger levels. The project also includes connector and transfer bridges, an expanded security checkpoint, eight new gates, an expansion of the ticketing area, baggage handling upgrades, concessions and retail facilities. The design provides modern passenger amenities and outbound baggage handling processing capacity to support Southwest Airlines’ future growth. McCarthy engaged Green Ideas to work with their onsite construction team to drive the high-performance building elements and complete the General Contractor required documentation for achievement of LEED certification for the project. T4S1 marks the 120th LEED certified project that Green Ideas Building Science Consultants has completed since its Arizona founding in in 2002. The company has also just completed the final LEED documentation for the Chase Sapphire Lounge project located within T4S1 with Alston Construction, which is on track to receive it’s LEED certification within the next month. Being at the forefront of sustainable building science, green building, and LEED certifications for over 22 years, Green Ideas is proud of its integral role at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport and many other projects across the nation. The T4S1 project demonstrates sustainability leadership and innovation in many ways. Upon completion of the T4S1 project, Green Ideas’ President Charlie Popeck stated “It was a pleasure to  work with McCarthy Construction Company, Smith Group JJR and Corgan Architects on this project. We look forward to working with McCarthy on more  projects in the future. The General Contractor support services we offer to companies like McCarthy help to streamline the LEED certification process for many GCs across the country”.