Since 2021, Cortex has been consulting with CannonDesign, an expert in sustainable design and climate action, to develop a District-wide sustainability plan. Named one of the most innovative design firms in the world, CannonDesign provides myriad services including architecture, engineering and consulting. Sustainability services include: Circular Economy Planning, Energy Planning, High-Performance Building Design, Sustainability Master Planning, Climate & Resilience Planning, Green Building Consulting, and Regenerative Design.