As the city's public transit authority, MET is inherently energy conscious. This facility is highly efficient and low maintenance in order to minimize operating costs. Designed according to the nationally recognized LEED® Green Building Rating System, The Downtown Transfer Center has achieved LEED certification- a tribute to the City of Billings' and MET's commitment to energy conservation and environmental sustainability through the promotion of affordable public transportation.

Green roof:
The roof above both the driver's building and the waiting canopy holds dirt and plant material. This system protects the roof membrane from UV rays and temperature fluctuation, extending the life expectancy 2-3 times longer than that of a standard roof.

Local and Reclaimed Materials:
The sandstone used on the exterior of the MET facility is one of the many local materials used on this project. Originally quarried near the Yellowstone River in Lockwood, less than 10 miles away.

Photovoltaic Panels (PVs):
PVs line the 'spine' canopy that dissects the site. Not only does this canopy provide cover for the pedestrian crosswalk, it collects free energy from the sun, which will power 78% of the building's annual electricity needs and drastically reduce MET's utility bills.