On Sunday, January 22nd, pre-schoolers and their parents glimpsed the new Grinnell College Preschool for the very first time. Once certification is completed, this will be the 9th LEED Certified green building on campus. Construction included the third geothermal system on campus. Other highlights include a 3.36 KW solar array, daylighting censors, occupancy sensors controlling lighting and HVAC systems, in floor heating, efficient...
Environmental Stewardship
News & Events
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
"I have asked that this kick-off also be the occasion for affirming publicly Grinnell College’s commitment to sustainability and to respectfully honoring the natural resources and life that we have inherited and with which we co-exist. This spring, the college formed the Environmental Responsibility and Sustainability Advisory Committee to further Grinnell College’s goals of environmental responsibility by assessing current conditions,...





