Jackson State University is Going Green

We love what Jackson State University is doing for the environment and want to share it with you in our blog. When you see the new addition to Jackson State University, you will see sleek, silver accents, large glass windows and modern furniture. It looks like something more fitting for an upscale office park, rather than a public college.

The new $21 million addition was actually built with the environment in mind. It is Mississippi's first State-funded LEED certified project. The new addition of the 90,000-square foot building is just one of many examples of the state university's ways of "going green."

The building did cost more than the average building. However, that was a one-time cost and was meant to save in the long run. The building was built using recycled building materials and environmentally-friendly paint. The building also features a sloping roof that collects rainwater for irrigation.

Universities across the state are starting campus bike fleets to help focus on being more environmentally friendly with conservation programs like these. Green initiatives will not only help schools, but students, too. Campuses are also beginning to set up long-range recycling programs. Many have signed up for a national program called "Recyclemania." This new program encourages universities to compete at having the best possible recycling program. Mississippi State University and the University of Southern Mississippi have both signed up for the "Recyclemania."

Since the addition of the new building, the university has already seen some savings and the savings are expected to be more over time. Energy usage is expected to be cut by 10% or more, also.

We think anything that's going to help Jackson, Mississippi be a better place is worth putting to the test. And, Jackson's universities "going green" is helping our community take a step in the right direction for our future.

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