TATA HALLTOP 5 REASONS THIS BUILDING IS A GREENER, HEALTHIER PLACE TO LEARN

Tata Hall's 80 kW solar photovoltaic system

generates 5.2% of the buildings energy use,

enough to power 11 homes annually

Occupancy sensors located throughout

Tata Hall reduce energy by turning o� lights

and reducing heating and cooling

High-e�ciency water fixtures installed throughout

the building decrease the amount of annual water

consumption by

Tata Hall has been designed to consume 43%

less energy when compared to the average building

meeting the national ASHRAE building energy standard

88% of the construction waste generated

in the building of Tata Hall was diverted

from landfills

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48%

Energy/Water Conservation and Sustainability Efforts...in your bedroom

Your lights have built-

in occupancy detectors.

They reduce energy by

shutting off after 15

minutes of inactivity

in the room.

The windows in your room have a sensor that automati-cally turns off the heating and cooling systems once the

window is opened. It resumes airflow once the window

is closed. Make sure the windows are shut to en-

sure the sensors automatically turn the air back on once you re-enter the room.

Tata Hall

The switch on the left turns the bedside lamps on/off. The switch on the right allows you to dim the overhead light to the desired level of brightness.

Contact your program staff (day) or call HBS Operations at 5-6811 (nights/weekends) if you notice a water leak or have a heating/cooling concern.

The efficient heating/cooling equipment uses occupancy detection that shuts off the condi-tioned air when the room is unoccupied. Once occupancy is detected again, the system will

turn back on and in a few minutes return to the standard temperature setting.

During the colder months (October-May), the rooms are heated to 68-71°F and in the warmer months (May-October), rooms are cooled to 74-76°F. This is in accordance with the University wide temperature policy.

Energy/Water Conservation and Sustainability Efforts...in your bathroom

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Water-efficient fixtures in-stalled throughout Tata Hall decrease annual water con-

sumption by 48%. Water effi-cient sinks use only 0.5 gal-

lons per minute and dual- flush toilets further reduce water use.

See below for a closer look.  

The water-saving toilet features two options:

Large button (left) = 1.6 gallons per flush for solids

Smaller button (right) = 0.8 gallons per flush for liquids

Inside the showers are dispensers filled with sham-

poo, conditioner & shower gel. Using refillable dispensers

eliminates waste that comes from individual soap & plastic

bottles often found in

showers.

Contact your program staff (day) or call HBS Operations at 5-6811 (nights/weekends) if you notice a water leak or have a heating/cooling concern.

Greenhouse Gas Reduction CommitmentHBS is well on its way toward meeting the Harvard-wide greenhouse gas (GHG)reduction goal: to reduce GHG emissions to 30% below a 2006 baseline by 2016, including growth. As of 2014, HBS has already reduced its GHG emission by 39%.

Energy ManagementHBS has completed over 100 energy conservation measures including lighting retrofits, occupancy sensors, energy audits & HVAC upgrades. Energy projects include a green roof, photovoltaic cells & a cogereration unit. As of 2014, HBS has acheived a 15% energy reduction, even with the addition of new buildings like Tata Hall.

Green BuildingsHBS is committed to striving for at least a LEED Gold Certification for all new construction & major renovations (LEED is a US green building certification system). Currently there are 10 LEED-certified buildings on campus.

Waste ManagementSingleStream recycling takes the sorting out of recycling; all plastics, glass, paper, metal cans & foil can be recycled in the same recycling bin. Back-of-the-house composting in dining operations also contributes to waste reduction. HBS has a 65% recycling rate which is one of the highest of all Harvard Schools.

Best PracticesOther sustainability measures include water-conserving plumbing fixtures, a computerized irrigation system, green cleaning & a green dining intiative.

Occupant EngagementHBS supports peer-to-peer sustainability outreach programs for both the student body and staff.

Reuse your towels by participating in our towel reuse program to save water & energy.

Turn off lights including bedroom, bathroom, lounge, & project/conference rooms upon leaving.

Recycle all plastics, glass, metal cans, paper & cardboard in the same SingleStream recycling bin. Give batteries to your program staff to be properly recycled.

Use natural daylight or task lighting versus overhead lighting.

Turn off computer monitor and speakers when not in use.

Unplug chargers and adapters when not in use.

Use reusable dishware whenever possible versus disposable items.

Drink filtered tap water instead of bottle water. The tap water is safe to drink & available throughout campus

Leave unwanted items on your desk. During your stay you will receive a variety of materials that you may take with you upon departure. If you would rather leave some things on your desk, we are happy to recycle them on your behalf.

See Something-Say something. Contact your program staff (day) or call HBS Operations at 5-6811 (nights/weekends) if you notice a water leak or have a heating/cooling concern.