Cunz Hall - LEED certification

The Ohio State University recognizes that the built environment has a profound impact on our economy, productivity and the natural environment. The College of Public Health has the potential to demonstrate to the occupants and the greater community that building technology, science and operations can improve performance and reduce energy demands.

  • Cunz Hall will be the first renovation project on campus to be a LEED certified building.
  • The project team is targeting a LEED Silver Certification.
  • Sustainable principles including improvements to the Indoor Environmental Quality through improved ventilation and mechanical systems, sustainable finishes and day-lighting will be incorporated into the project.
  • The re-use of existing building materials, recycled materials and contruction waste management are included in the project.
  • Upgrading the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems to be more energy efficient and reducing the carbon foot-print of the building is a fundamental design strategy of the project.

It is the College of Public Health's desire to lead by example and be identified with a building that physically demonstrates the mission and goals of the teaching and research performed at the College. This will be achieved through an improved physical facility and healthy interior environments.

Click here for the U.S. Green Building Council website.