Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has been awarded 2009 Project of the Year by the New England chapter of the Construction Management Association of America for the”green” design and construction of East Hall, a 232-bed apartment-style residential building. One particular feature of the building—a “living green roof”—has 12,985 sf of EnergyStar roofiing, topped with 5,000 sfof sedum, chives and other plants. The building has eight high-tech media suites; music, recereation, and fitness facilities; and full wireless access. Other “green” features include a large number of windows, dedicated interior bike storage, and 12 parking spaces reserved for Hybrid or alternative fuel vehicles. The project team includes Boston-based Cannon Design, Gilbane Construction Company, and Cardinal Construction as project manager. It is hoped that the facility will be LEED-certified by the U.S. Green Building Council.
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