Energy Efficient Buildings and Planning
PCC is dedicated to energy conservation in our construction planning and design.
Here are examples of recent projects completed.
Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Training Center (OMIC), LEED Silver
Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Training Center (OMIC), LEED Silver
Rock Creek Building 7 Addition, LEED Gold
Newberg Center, LEED Platinum
Willow Creek Opportunity Center, LEED Platinum
- PCC uses Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), a green building certification program managed by the US Green Building Council.
- Oregon Manufacturing Innovation Center (OMIC) training center opened in 2021 and is a new LEED Silver certified building located in Scappoose, Oregon.
- Newberg Center and Willow Creek Opportunity Center have both earned LEED Platinum, the highest rating given.
- Since 2008, all new construction on PCC campuses have earned a LEED Silver certification or higher in accordance with a voter-approved bond measure.
- Green building signage is used in various buildings across the campuses and centers to point out the green features.
- PCC integrates energy work and college-wide planning efforts very closely with regards to facilities planning and strategic planning.
- Planning & Capital Construction oversees the college’s design and construction efforts and aspires to meet energy efficiency standards throughout the process.
For more information or energy-related data questions, email sustainability@pcc.edu.