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Sustainability at Brightview

Brightview Senior Living is committed to building and operating sustainable, healthy communities to enhance the well-being of our residents, families, and associates. Over the past decade, our efforts have focused on designing communities that follow well-recognized green building guidance, installing on-site renewable energy, implementing measures that ensure energy-efficient operations, and engaging people to encourage sustainable behavior. Thanks to support from strategic partners like the United States Green Building Council and Center for Active Design, we use industry best practices to create a positive impact on the planet now – and for future generations.  

"At Brightview Senior Living, we recognize the vital role we play in creating a sustainable future for generations to come. By building more energy-efficient buildings, incorporating sustainable practices into operations, and promoting healthy living among our residents and associates, we are not only reducing our carbon footprint but also enhancing the quality of life for those we serve."
Doug Dollenberg, President & CEO

Community Sustainability Highlights

Brightview Alexandria

Close to Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, Brightview Alexandria offers 167 apartments with a mix of Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Dementia Car. The community is pursuing LEED Gold under the LEED for Homes v4: Multifamily Mid-Rise program and includes a 236kW rooftop solar system with over 500 panels – providing locally made, clean energy directly to the community.

Brightview Holmdel

Brightview Holmdel, located in Holmdel, New Jersey, just outside of New York City, offers 180 apartment homes to new residents interested in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Dementia Care. It was designed with an abundance of engaging outdoor spaces and amenities to encourage social interaction and community engagement to support various wellness programs. Brightview Holmdel's 189kW rooftop solar system has over 320 solar panels.

Brightview Eatontown Solar Shot

Brightview Eatontown is one of Brightview’s newest communities and was designed with sustainability as one of the top priorities. It includes one of Brightview’s first on-site solar projects – a 225kW rooftop array that consists of 464 solar PV panels and generates 20% of the building’s electricity needs directly from the sun each year. That is equivalent to creating 224 acres of U.S. forests annually! This community includes several other sustainability features such as green roofs, native plantings to protect biodiversity and local ecosystems, an abundance of natural daylight and views, community gardens, recycling programs, EV charging stations, and educational signage throughout. Brightview Eatontown's robust wellness program focuses on physical activity, socializing, and healthy eating for all residents.

Hunt Valley Solar Panels

Brightview Hunt Valley was designed using Brightview Senior Living’s green building design standards and is pursuing LEED Certification. This new community will include a 173kW rooftop array that consists of 361 solar PV panels and generates 15% of the building’s electricity needs directly from the sun each year. That is equivalent to creating almost 200 acres of U.S. forests annually.

Brightview Dulles Corner exterior

Brightview Dulles Corner in Herndon, Virginia is currently pursuing LEED and Fitwel Certifications, showcasing numerous sustainable and healthy features for residents to enjoy. A few community highlights include a 3/4-acre park and walking paths for easy outdoor access, an energy-efficient design to reduce its carbon footprint by 30%, and healthy materials that release little or no harmful air pollutants to improve indoor air quality. This community is located in the highly walkable Innovation Center neighborhood - a Transit Oriented Development which is home to the new Innovation Center Silverline Metro Stop. The community opened in March 2023.

Awards & Accomplishments

For more than a decade, Brightview Senior Living has earned recognition for leadership and engagement with industry partners, and the communities in which we operate. The Brightview team also strives to educate both internal and external stakeholders by sharing success stories through articles and case studies that showcase diverse sustainability initiatives.

Brightview Northfax
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Thoughtful Design Meets Sustainability at Brightview Northfax

Opening in summer 2026, Brightview Northfax is Brightview’s newest senior living community in Northern Virginia. Designed to support vibrant, engaging lifestyles at every stage, the community of 200 Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Dementia Care apartments blends thoughtful amenities with a strong commitment to sustainability and wellness.