Geothermal Network Expansion (West Campus & Southampton)

Division
Campus Planning, Design & Construction (CPDC)

Overview

Stony Brook University will design and construct two geothermal thermal energy network projects as part of New York State’s $1 billion Sustainable Future Program. Supported by a $22 million investment from New York State, the projects will expand geothermal infrastructure at Stony Brook Southampton and establish a new thermal energy network on the West Campus, supporting cleaner, more efficient heating and cooling systems across multiple buildings.

Key Highlights

• $22 million investment through New York State’s Sustainable Future Program
• Expansion of the existing geothermal system at the Stony Brook Southampton campus library to serve additional buildings
• Development of a new geothermal network on West Campus connecting the Multidisciplinary Engineering and Neuro-AI buildings with the existing Engineering complex
• Use of thermal energy networks that distribute heating and cooling through shared underground piping systems
• Supports New York State’s climate leadership goals and SUNY’s commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions

Impact

These projects will significantly reduce campus carbon emissions while improving long-term energy efficiency and resiliency. By transitioning buildings to geothermal thermal networks, Stony Brook will lower operating costs, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and support New York State’s broader climate and sustainability goals. The initiative also reinforces the university’s role as a leader in clean energy innovation and sustainable campus infrastructure.

Timeline
Design & Planning: 2025-2026

Project Contacts
William Herrmann - Vice President for Facilities & Services/Chief Sustainability Officer - william.herrmann@stonybrook.edu