Sustainability
Actions for a Sustainable Future
All museums are about preservation, but the new Museum of Riverside has embraced sustainability in the building itself. While we will not seek LEED® certification, we’ve made choices during architectural design to bring the building to a level comparable to LEED® Gold.
Our Approach
Reusing an older building is by itself a sustainable choice! On top of that foundation, we are prioritizing energy efficiency, smart controls, responsibly sourced materials, water conservation, and on-site energy generation.
Focus Areas
We are focusing on energy, water, materials, and a climate-appropriate landscaping chosen to align with Riverside’s climate conditions and long-term operations.
Our Actions for a Sustainable Future
Adaptive Reuse
Rehabilitating an existing building saves materials and energy costs.
High-efficiency HVAC
Installing building systems that are much more energy-efficient.
Smart Controls
Installing controls to take advantage of cool outdoor air when conditions permit, reducing mechanical cooling energy.
Photovoltaic Shade Structure
Building our roof terrace shade structure out of photovoltaic panels … in our sunny climate, it will generate about 15% of the building’s annual electricity demand.
Sustainably Sourced Materials
Sustainably sourcing wood and other construction materials.
Low-Flow Fixtures
Installing low-flow restroom fixtures, including faucets that automatically shut off when not in use.
Native Landscaping
Planting xeric, native, and low water-use landscaping.