Radiant floor heating will reduce energy needs by 5-10%.Heat recovery systems will capture and utilize heat produced by HVAC equipment, reducing heating energy use.The planted roof will provide a superior thermal insulating layer for the building, reducing energy needs for air-conditioning.High-performance glass will be used throughout the building, reducing standard levels of heat absorption and decreasing the cooling load.Reverse osmosis humidification systems will be used to keep the research collections at a constant humidity level, reducing energy consumption for humidification by 95%.