Fort River Elementary School

Project

Fort River Elementary School

Education K-12

Amherst, MA | 2026

  • 105.8K GSF
  • 3 Professionals

About

Fort River Elementary School in Amherst, Massachusetts, will accommodate 575 K–5 students. The building will include daylit classrooms, shared project spaces, and direct connections to outdoor learning and recreation areas.

Is the project Net Zero Energy or Net Zero Energy Ready?

Net Zero Ready

Project Size in GSF

105.8K

Category of height

Low-Rise

How is the building all-electric for heating?

Ground-source Heat Pump

Is the service hot water all-electric?

Yes

What is the primary system type for domestic hot water?

Ground-source heat pump

On-site renewable energy

100%

Is the owner purchasing off-site renewable energy to offset all electricity consumption?

Unknown

Certifications related to Energy / Carbon

LEED

What is the climate zone for this project?

5A Cool Humid

Project Team

Energy / Sustainability Consulting