Stony Brook unveils LEED-certified library

SOUTHAMPTON, NY — Stony Brook University recently unveiled its new Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified library, according to Newsday.

Located on the university's Southampton campus, the two-story, 30,000-square-foot building allows for studying, conversing, lounging and consuming caffeinated beverages at the student-run cafe, the story stated.

Sustainable elements of the building include: Skylights and windows that provide natural lighting to 75 percent of the building; a stormwater collection system; controls to ensure minimal energy use; and low volatile organic compound (VOC) furnishings certified by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI), the story noted.

Southampton Dean and Vice President Mary Pearl said: "It will be the heart of campus. It is the right thing to do to commit to green building standards. It's the responsibility of individuals and institutions to minimize our carbon impact."

The official opening of the multipurpose building, which was last Saturday, was well-attended by students, parents, staff and local residents, the story added.

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