Buildings
MIT is creating more sustainable buildings that support our academic mission, are as architecturally distinct as they are high-performing, as comfortable as they are energy efficient, and as welcoming as they are state-of-the art.
How is MIT integrating sustainability into its campus buildings?
- All new construction and major renovation projects at MIT must earn at least Gold Certification in the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) v4 Rating System
- Meeting the energy efficiency goals outlined in the Stretch Energy Code set forth by the City of Cambridge and aligning with the Building Energy Use Disclosure Ordinance
- Engaging in deep energy retrofits for the top energy consuming buildings on MIT’s campus
- Deploying artificial intelligence to work with existing building management systems to dynamically manage classroom temperatures to increase comfort and energy efficiency and reduce emissions.
- The Green Building Education program to enhance sustainable design and construction of new spaces at MIT by inviting and empowering building occupants to play a role in meeting the sustainability goals of the campus.
Initiatives
MITOS is part of a community of departments, labs, and centers working toward elements of a sustainable campus. Partner initiatives include:
