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UWF recognized for eco-friendliness by national review

This year marked the second consecutive year the University of West Florida (UWF) has been recognized as a Green College by the Princeton Review. The report of institutions in the United States that meet the specifications is published annually in partnership with the U.S. Green Building Council and takes into account food origins, the presence […]

Jun. 26, 2012

Science and Engineering building receives Gold Certification

The University of West Florida School of Science and Engineering has received the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED Gold Certification, surpassing its original goal of Silver Certification. This marks UWF’s first Gold Certified building. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design provides building owners and operators a practical series of steps and guidelines for green […]

Nov. 15, 2010