Designed With Sustainability in Mind
See how Terminal 1 integrates smart growth, sustainable materials, and energy-efficient systems to reduce its environmental footprint.
LEED Neighborhood Gold Certification (2019)
All new Terminal 1 buildings are designed to meet or exceed LEED Gold standards for sustainability.
The Port of Vancouver's Terminal 1 Project has also earned the Environmental Stewardship Award in 2024.
Climate Action Plan
Port operations are planned to be carbon neutral by 2050.
Pedestrian-Oriented Design
Thoughtfully designed pedestrian pathways make it easy to explore the waterfront on foot, connecting visitors with views, activities, and local spaces.
Habitat Protection
The Port designs its development projects like Terminal 1 with measures for habitat conservation, which include low-impact stormwater management, native vegetation, and bird-safe lighting and windows.
Sustainable Construction Practices
During construction, measures are in place to reduce waste, control pollution, and limit heat island effects.
- Lincoln Property Company: $470 million
- State capital project grant funds: $12 million
- Planned port investment and other contributions: $130 million
Pledge Commitments
Tax Revenue
To state and local governments
- Sales Tax: $36,962,000
- B&O Tax: $2,374,000
- Property Tax: $16,241,000
- Construction Sales Tax: $16,284,000
- Utility Tax: $6,389,000
- REET: $6,119,000
- Leasehold Excise Tax: $4,247,000
- Other taxes: $5,652,000
We Can! Sustainability Initiative
The Port's ‘We Can!' program formalizes sustainability goals and tracks long-term progress across environmental, social, and economic areas.