85–87 St. Mary’s Street

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https://busustainability.photoshelter.com/galleries/C0000uABIN0ylTYk/G0000UjgWrTRy9rI/I0000MRflVyAUgSU/Sort-Into-Correct-Folders-181-JPG The building consists of nine units, comprised of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Energy Efficiency Each unit has Energy Star appliances Materials Bamboo flooring was used throughout Water Efficiency Low-flow faucets Dual-flush toilets Profile 85–87 St. Mary’s Street, Boston, MA 02215 LEED Rating: Gold Michael Gevelber Campus Climate Lab

BioSquare Research Building III

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https://busustainability.photoshelter.com/search/result/I0000J6CGgCjwMJ4 This state-of-the-art laboratory and research facility was built to support innovation in biomedical research and science. Through its integrated design and construction process, it became the first laboratory building in New England to achieve LEED Certification under the Core and Shell system. Energy Efficiency Incorporated white roofs to reduce the heat island effect Commissioned […]

Makechnie Study Center

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TK [Makechnie Study Center] https://busustainability.photoshelter.com/galleries/C0000uABIN0ylTYk/G0000UjgWrTRy9rI/I0000mMGO_xwUXMw/Makechnie-Study-Center-06-JPG OR https://busustainability.photoshelter.com/galleries/C0000uABIN0ylTYk/G0000UjgWrTRy9rI/I0000FcHXluHYf_I/SUSTAINGRN Renovated in 2009, the space was awarded LEED-CI *(Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, Commercial Interiors) Silver. Energy Efficiency Daylight-Responsive Lighting controls Optimized energy performance (lighting power) Materials Building materials incorporating 13.87% recycled content Energy-efficient glass, stainless steel panel, precast façade, highly efficient and flexible 20,000 square-foot floor […]

122 Bay State Road

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https://busustainability.photoshelter.com/search/result/I0000h8_PdcYQq0E A major renovation to the building involved repair and restoration to the exterior masonry walls and structural components, and replacement of interior walls to create a new home for administrative offices. Energy Efficiency Well-insulated, airtight building enclosure Energy efficient systems for heating, cooling, lighting, and controls Occupancy sensors are used in offices and conference […]

Medical Student Residence

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https://busustainability.photoshelter.com/search/result/I0000Y3WcAuNM24E The Medical Student Residence is home to nearly 200 Boston University medical students. Energy Efficiency Some of the energy efficiency features include improved thermal envelope, high-efficiency windows, reduced lighting power, efficient heating equipment, energy recovery, and elevators with regenerative drives. The building also has individual thermal controls in all apartments as well as all […]

Electric Vehicles

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TK [may want to include in photo shoot] https://busustainability.photoshelter.com/search/result/I0000FfcW6NUNleg BU is committed to a zero emission vehicle future. We envision a world in which sustainable transportation options, including electric cars, trucks, bikes, and buses are an obvious choice, instead of “alternative” modes that need promoting. Boston University is proud to be an active participant in […]