Ford’s Dearborn, Michigan campus will be getting more than a facelift over the next ten years, with an extensive renovation project scheduled to get underway this month, the new campus should be sustainable, mobility-focused, beautiful, and eco-friendly. Check out the video below to see what the future of the campus might look like in an artist’s digital rendering.
To foster more innovation and collaboration, Ford hopes to use this project to bring about 30,000 employees from the 70 different buildings they currently occupy, and situate them between two primary buildings instead. In addition to bringing the campus closer together, Ford will invest heavily in connectivity to keep pace with the constantly evolving technological landscape. As new construction gets underway, sustainability and environmental responsibility will factor heavily into the design. Ford will be employing some water-saving techniques, such as rainwater capture and automated metering, as well as energy-saving measures, like geothermal heating and cooling.
“As we transition to an auto and a mobility company, we’re investing in our people and the tools they use to deliver our vision. Bringing our teams together in an open, collaborative environment will make our employees’ lives better, speed decision-making and deliver results for both our core and emerging businesses.” –Ford President and CEO Mark Fields.
“Just as the Rouge manufacturing renovation completed in 2003 set a new standard for sustainability, we expect to do the same as we transform our campuses into a modern, efficient complex that enhances the environment. This project incorporates thoughtful ways to improve the environmental footprint of our facilities, while creating a vibrant workplace that inspires our employees.” –Bill Ford, Ford executive chairman.
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