Sustainable Landmark

The 1st LEED Gold new library in New Hampshire, the Kilton Public Library is a demonstration of sustainable strategies – both sustainable energy solutions and sustainable library planning principles. A unique combination of building technologies created a library that is energy efficient and operates without consuming fossil fuels:

- ground source heat pumps

- a Biomass boiler with featured wood pellet silo,

- radiant floor slabs throughout,

- automated daylighting controls (sun shades plus artificial illuminationlevels)

- occupancy sensor lighting in bookstacks

 

Kilton Library, Lebanon, NH

Honorable Mention, Library Journal, "New Landmark Library"

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