1. UNC – Coastal Studies Institute
Caleb S. Hill
LEED Certified
Certified in 2014
Gold Certification
Awarded 64 Points
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Landscape Design
Site was raised by ~5 ft.
71% of site is open space
Minimal exterior lights to lower light pollution
Abundance of native plants
Sustainable Design
24% of building materials consist of recycled materials
Low-Emitting materials (paint, flooring, etc.)
Day lighting provided for 95% of occupied spaces
Mechanical and natural ventilated spaces
48,000 gallons cistern storage
Water Efficiency
48,000 gallons cistern storage; potable water use reduced by 75% Wastewater is treated to tertiary standards and is infiltrated or may be used on-site
Alternative Transportation
Bicycle storage provided
Preferred parking spots for low emission and carpool vehicles
Healthy Building for Occupants Low-Emitting materials including paints, adhesives and sealants, flooring systems, and
composite wood products were used
Smoking on-site is prohibited which minimizes exposure to second-hand smoke.
Direct line of sight views from 94% of all regularly occupied
seated spaces
Day lighting has been provided for 95% of occupied spaces
Recycling & Materials
24% of building materials content has been manufactured using recycled materials
75% of on-site generated construction waste was recycled.

2. References: http://www.coastalstudiesinstitute.org/