Noyce Sustainability

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Grinnell made issues of sustainability a priority throughout the Noyce Science Center’s design and construction process; the project won a LEED Silver rating from the U.S. Green Building Council.

 

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Heat Recovery

Air-handling equipment recovers heat from exhausted air and transfers it to incoming air.

 

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Rainwater Collection

Water collected from the roof and stored in a cistern is used to irrigate plants in the greenhouse.

Learn more at Stop #4: Rosenbloom Field Irrigation.

 

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Fume Hood Technology

Fume hoods use sash position and occupancy sensors to conserve air flow and save energy.

 

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Daylighting

Windows, interior courtyards, and borrowed light allow daylight to
permeate much of the building.

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