LABBC Case Study

PROPERTY OWNER
Netflix, American Cinematheque

PROPERTY TYPE
Theater

SQUARE FEET
24,658

2023 Innovation Awards: Industry Leader, Entertainment

Since partnering with the American Cinematheque in 2020 to ensure the long-term future of the historic Egyptian Theater, Netflix has worked diligently to ensure that the 100-year-old Hollywood landmark stays true to its cinematic roots while renovating it to efficiently meet the stringent energy demands of the future. In addition to overcoming preservation hurdles, the team on the ground has successfully managed to upgrade the building envelope and building systems to be as efficient as possible—most notably replacing an aging HVAC system on the roof with an all-electric high-efficiency VRF system. Other upgrades included the installation of carbon neutral air-cooled heat pumps to replace a gas water heater and boilers, a heat recovery air conditioning unit, LED lighting and automated controls.

Work on the Egyptian Theater builds upon Netflix’s public commitment in 2021 to reach “net zero greenhouse gas emissions by the end of 2022, and every year thereafter.” At the same time, Netflix aims to reduce its direct emissions and those from using electricity (scope 1 and 2 emissions) 46% by 2030, in line with the latest science and the Paris Climate Agreement.

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