Two World Trade Center - Construction

Construction

2 WTC foundation work began on June 1, 2010, and lasted until late 2011. In November, 2010 three PureCell fuel cells were delivered at the World Trade Center site which together will provide about 30% of the tower’s power. As of Summer 2011, the sub-grade structural steel erection began along with two cranes active on site. As of September 29, 2011, 2 WTC has reached street level with most of its foundations installed. As of the beginning of 2012, according to the online skyscraper database Emporis, the building's foundations have been completed and the work on the lower podium is now beginning. By February 2012, the core concrete was up to street level, along with the surrounding steel. As of May 18th, 2012, the podium is expected to be completed - and capped - up to street level by August 2012; the completion date of the building is dependent on market demand of the World Trade Center but it is expected to be finished in 2014-2016.