LEED Certified Dorm
Dedicated on May 8, the new 15,000-square-foot Harrison Hall dormitory is perhaps the most visible example of Baylor's commitment to environmental sustainability. As the area's first academic institution to seek LEED* building certification, we have established a model of environmental stewardship for other school communities to follow while providing an important lesson for Baylor students. In preparation for LEED certification, Harrison Hall was built using the following sustainable design and materials:
- Recycled content and regional materials
- Energy saving appliances
- High efficiency air filters
- Low-flow shower heads, lavatories and sinks
- Dual-flush toilets
- Controllability of lighting, heating and cooling
- Paints, adhesives and sealants that contain no harmful ingredients
- Green Label Plus carpeting
- Recycling containers throughout
Baylor Leads
“By incorporating environmentally friendly elements such as low emitting materials, high-efficiency lighting and controls, and a construction recycling plan, Baylor is creating a building that will become a model in sustainability,” said Matt Brown, an architect with the project. “In addition to the obvious benefits to the environment, it is an excellent example of how a school or business demonstrates a commitment not only to its stakeholders, but to the broader community it serves.”
* LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is a voluntary, national standard established by the U.S. Green Building Council. To help with the project, the school has hired Franklin & Associates Architects.