Sussex County Community College awarded $1.1M for HVAC upgrades in Library Science Building
NEWTON, N.J. (Sussex County) — Sussex County Community College has been awarded $1,116,411.52 through an incentive program with Elizabethtown Gas to upgrade the legacy HVAC systems in the Library Science Building, officials said.
The funding will allow the college to replace outdated units with new, high-efficiency systems designed to deliver long-term benefits for both the campus and the environment.
The improvements are expected to reduce utility costs by lowering energy consumption, create a more comfortable and consistent indoor environment for students, faculty and staff, and lessen the college’s overall environmental footprint, according to officials.
The Library Science Building is also undergoing a transformation into a Learning Commons designed to support academic success and encourage collaboration. The second-floor library, encompassing 10,500 square feet, will be reimagined as a modern hub for innovation, exploration and student engagement.
Once complete, the new Science and Learning Commons Building will serve as the centerpiece of campus learning, featuring state-of-the-art technology, tutoring and academic advising services, and a variety of study and collaboration spaces. College officials said the environment will provide students with the resources and support they need to thrive both academically and personally.
