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Built to LEED (Leadership in Energy
and Environmental Design) “Gold” specifications for
sustainability, the Kelley Engineering Center’s many “green”
building elements will be used to educate students and others about sustainability
and renewable energy issues, before, during, and long after construction.
- Natural Ventilation: will provide interior spaces
with the fresh air.
- Energy Efficiency : building's systems designed to require 35% less energy than code minimum.
- Atrium/Daylighting will supply classrooms, labs,
and offices with natural light, cutting energy costs by as much as 40
percent.
- Earth-Friendly Concrete will reduce CO2 emissions.
- Bio-Planters will “recycle” runoff and
provide outdoor seating.
- Bicycle Parking and Showers to encourage alternative
transportation usage.
- Local Construction Materials will reduce transportation
costs.
- Low-toxicity Finishes, Fiberboard, and Flooring will
minimize VOC off-gassing.
- Demolition Materials: Over 90% of original materials on site were recycled.
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