Gateway CenterThe ReLeaf conference this year is in the heart of the SUNY ESF campus. The new Gateway Center, erected in 2012, surpasses qualification for its LEED platinum status with its renewable energy system, water quality and conservation systems, ecological landscaping, air quality and more. Conferees will get to tour the Center, including its green roof.

Gateway Center Energy Features:
Contains 50,000 square feet of space
Produces significantly more energy than it consumes
Features a roof-mounted solar thermal system
Houses a biomass-fueled combined heat and power system
Employs a natural ventilation system with radiant floor heating
Features lighting occupancy sensors and natural day lighting controls

An intro to the Gateway Center:

An in-depth look at the design, construction, and mission of the Gateway Center:

A quick look at the green roof: