Hughes Hall
LEED Certified Gold
Hughes Hall of the Cornell Law School has been awarded a LEED® Gold Rating by the US Green Building Council. Unused space was repurposed into new, beautiful, and efficient housing for Law students.
On the LEED-certified scorecard, Hughes Hall scored 68 out of 110 possible points. For a full breakdown, review the report on the US Green Buildings Certification (USGBC) website.
| Sustainable Sites | Water Efficiency | Energy & Atmosphere | Materials & Resources | Indoor Environmental Quality | Innovation & Design | Regional Priority | |
| Points Earned | 17 / 26 | 8 / 10 | 23 / 35 | 6 / 14 | 6 / 15 | 6 / 6 | 2 / 4 |
Project Highlights
- Efficient mechanical and electrical systems installed during the remodel reduced energy costs by 66%, which equates to $50,000 yearly. The systems use vacancy sensors and reduce the frequency and voltage of energy supplied based on vacancy.
- High-efficiency low-flow water fixtures help reduce water use in the building by 40%.
- Throughout construction, recycled and sustainably harvested building materials were used, along with flooring, paints, and sealants that meet strict volatile organic compound regulations to reduce indoor air pollution.
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