4.9 million commercial buildings in the U.S. covered almost 79 billion square feet of floor space in 2008. This represents an increase of 28% in number of buildings and a 54% increase in floor space since 1979.
Research Areas
While research at the Center for Sustainable Systems is inherently interdisciplinary, it can be grouped into seven broad level topics. CSS projects and publications can also be grouped by research areas.
Methods & Tools
The Center for Sustainable Systems uses various methods and tools, such as Life Cycle Assessment and Life Cycle Opitimization, in its research.
Projects
Over 100 research projects conducted at the Center for Sustainable Systems can be browsed by date or research area.
Researchers
The researchers, who are central to CSS's work, have varied educational backgrounds and research interests.
Faculty Affiliates
The Center for Sustainable Systems collaborates with faculty from across campus in many departments.