The University of Florida is committed to building a more sustainable campus. Through early design integration and long-standing green building practices, Planning, Design & Construction helps ensure that each project contributes to a healthier environment and a more efficient future. Explore UF’s leadership in sustainable design, from certifications to ongoing initiatives.
Designing for a Sustainable Future
As part of our commitment to a better future, PDC integrates sustainability early in design phase. Through major renovations and new construction, projects follow Green Building Principles to provide healthy indoor environments while also reducing earth’s resources.
Since 2003, we establish culture of excellence and accountability by receiving green building certification and to this day, UF prides itself as having more green building certifications than any other public higher education institution.
All projects to receive an equivalent of LEED Gold level certification.
Explore How UF Brings These Principles to Life
Sustainable Building Leadership
Florida’s 1st LEED GOLD Certification
2003: RINKER HALL
Florida’s 1st LEED PLATINUM Certification
2009: JAMES W. “BILL” HEAVENER FOOTBALL COMPLEX
(also 1st athletic facility in the nation)
Florida’s 1st FGBC PLATINUM Certification
2020: IFAS Honey Bee Research and Extension Lab
Florida’s 1st SITES GOLD Certification
2023: Newell Gateway and Northeast Gateway
1st University in the US to earn WELL Platinum Certification
2024: Student Healthcare Center
#1
Most Sustainable Building Certifications Than Any Other Public Higher Education Institution
109
Total Number of Green Building Certifications
7
Number of Green Building Rating Programs Used
