Residence Halls and Sustainability
Several residence halls have been renovated in recent years and include green building features and innovative spaces for studying and socializing.
Date Residence Hall
1999 Fairchild
1999 Danforth
2000 Kettering
2001 Blue Ridge
2003 Kentucky-Talcott
2003 EcoVillage Apartments
2004 James
2007 Pearsons
2008 Elizabeth Rogers
2008 Edwards
For example, Kentucky-Talcott Halls includes an adjoining atrium that provides extensive daylighting in common study spaces. The renovation also includes energy-efficient fixtures, super-insulated windows with low-E glazing, and reuse of most of the existing structure. Similarly, Pearsons Hallincludes energy-efficient appliances, motion-sensor lighting, as well as common area flooring made of bamboo, which is a renewable resource that grows faster than trees.
