LEED Gold, 2014
Located at 121 Lynch Drive on the University of Pittsburgh’s Greensburg campus, Frank A. Cassell Hall includes an energy efficient computing lab, student lounge, and a computer help center. It is named after the former president of the branch campus, Frank A. Cassell.
The 16,893 square foot building achieved LEED Gold in 2014.
Green Building Highlights
- Two green roofs help the environment in ways such as reducing stormwater runoff.
- Rainwater harvesting for grey water use in toilets, effectively reducing the amount of freshwater needed.
- On-site stormwater filtration and detention, reducing negative impacts on surrounding waterways and reducing freshwater consumption by using stormwater.
- Daylighting provides the building with natural light, while simultaneously reducing the need for electricity consumption from artificial lights.
- Pitt-Greensburg Cassell Hall Green Roof
- Conveniently located near public transportation and encourages the use of low-emitting and fuel efficient vehicles.
- Use of renewable energy.
- Use of recycled and regional materials in construction.
- Low emitting materials used in construction, such as paints, coatings, adhesives, sealants, and flooring systems.
- Increased ventilation, improving energy efficiency and indoor air quality.
- Roof design that reduces the urban heat island effect.
- Construction waste management that diverted waste away from landfills.
Architect: FortyEighty
Contractor: Rycon Construction
