Arden Hills Army National Guard Readiness Center

The Army National Guard Readiness Center located in Arden Hills, Minnesota covers 135,000 SF serving the 34th Infantry Division Minnesota National Guard, also known as the Red Bulls. This project was completed in August of 2020, to support the division’s significant growth over the past decade. The new facility provides necessary administrative, training, and secure work and storage areas.

Keeping the National Guard’s strong focus on sustainability in mind, the design incorporated several eco-friendly features and earned it a LEED Gold certification. Features included a green roof over the office, geothermal heating and cooling systems, passive solar technology, photovoltaic cells, and high-efficiency LED lighting equipped with motion sensors to further minimize energy consumption.

The military’s rigorous security controls and safety measures were also applied to the on-site solar field. The process of securing the field necessitated detailed documentation and an exhaustive commissioning process. This ensured that the facility not only complied with military standards but also made significant contributions to energy efficiency and sustainability.