University of Chicago
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Project description
Sector
The University of Chicago is a world class academic and research institution. They needed to build a new Facility Services Building to support their infrastructure in Chicago. Sustainability was a key factor in their design choices, which included a geothermal heat exchange system and 'green' roof. We located 18 vertical geothermal boreholes under an existing parking lot. The heating and cooling capacity is approximately 220 tons: the system is designed to require no additional chillers or boilers. As well as providing a micro-ecosystem, the 21,500 sq. ft. green roof assists with heat management. With the geothermal system, the building obtained LEED Silver certification.
Integrated technologies
Project Highlights
18 boreholes located in adjacent parking lot deliver 220 tons of thermal energy
System requires no supplementary chillers and boilers
