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Worcester Polytechnic Opens Sustainable Residence Hall

Published 9/4/2008

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) opened its new sustainably-designed residence hall in Worcester, Mass., on August 25, 2008. Designed by Cannon Design of Boston and constructed by Gilbane Building Company, the apartment-style residence includes technology suites, fitness facilities, and wireless access. LEED Gold certification will be sought for the project, which features a green roof and ample natural lighting. The residence hall functions as a living-learning laboratory for sustainable design and will be the focus of academic curriculum on project management, building design, and value engineering. The duration of construction was 18 months.

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