历史

Since the 1980s, Pepperdine has actively sought, evaluated, and incorporated sustainable elements into campus enhancement projects while designing buildings according to, among other things, the criteria of "lifecycle" cost and energy efficiency. In addition to the sustainable elements incorporated into University facilities described below, energy performance standards go beyond code for all buildings.

伊甸园计划

This innovative project is Pepperdine's most extensive foray into sustainable building to date. Sigma Hall, a sophomore residence, was renovated Summer 2015 to create a sustainable living-learning environment. Renovations included rooftop photovoltaic solar array, energy-efficient LED lighting, vacancy sensors, low-flow fixtures, recycled content materials, and many other enhancements.

新建和改造的建筑元素

Both new construction and remodel projects are assessed for ways to incorporate sustainability into the facility. Not every measure is included in every building, but where feasible and complementary to the facility's purpose, such measures are incorporated. These include:

• 安装高效荧光灯和LED照明
• 跟随地形坡度以减少坡度
• 提供更有效的气候控制系统
• 用太阳反射膜给窗户着色
• 安装节水的低流量厕所和淋浴
• 采用最佳的太阳能朝向和节能玻璃
• 暖通空调和光运动传感器和计时器
• 低挥发性有机化合物（voc）涂料