Science Market Update

New LEED Certified Duke Cancer Center Opens

Posted by Jennifer Nieuwkerk on Mon, Mar 18, 2013

The new Duke Cancer Center recently opened its doors to patients in February, according to a Duke University news article. The $235 million facility has been added to Duke University’s extensive list of LEED certified buildings. The environmentally-friendly features that helped the Duke Cancer Center achieve this certification include sustainable methods of energy use and transportation options. The center features large windows to let in natural sunlight, a rooftop garden, bike racks and showers for those who ride a bicycle to the center and occupancy sensors throughout the Duke Cancer Center that automatically turn lights off when a room is empty.

Read More

Tags: 2014, 2013, Duke University, North Carolina, Southern, BioResearch Product Faire Event, Research Funding, Durham, NC, Duke, Life Science Sales, Duke Cancer Center

Subscribe to Company News