Bio-Enginnering building is ready for new occupants! Move-in begins Sep 6
	Bio Engineering Building (BEB) is pursuing LEED – NC Silver certification
	Extra thick insulation will make this building more energy efficient!
	Sep 10, 2010: work is being done on the overhang which will provide shade to the building

 1. The BEB has earned 4/5 points for Water Efficiency by earning a 40.6% water-use reduction (in annual water consumption) by using Low-flow plumbing fixtures and fittings:

• Pint flushing urinals
• 1.28 gpf water closets(gallons per flush)
• .5 gpm lavatory faucets (gallons per minute)
• Breakroom/kitchen sinks with a 2.0 gpm flow restrictors

2.  The BEB is also expecting a 21.5% energy cost savings. This will be achieved by:

• occupancy sensors, lighting controls, and task lighting
• wall insulation of R20
• high-reflectance R20 roof
• double pane PPG windows
• window and building overhangs
• exterior lighting (savings of 36.1%)
• highly efficient HVAC system with heat recovery

3.The project has also utilized ‘enhanced commissioning’ for the design and construction phase. Enhanced commissioning, which earns 1 LEED point for Energy & Atmosphere, describes the process of verifying that certain energy-related systems are installed, accounted for, and performing consistent with the project’s requirements.  Benefits of completing this process include:

• Reduction of energy consumption
• Lower operating costs
• Increased occupant/worker productivity