Santa Clara University

sustainability at scu

Sustainable Features of Graham Hall - Water Use

Graham is equipped with numerous water filling stations, to limit the consumption of single-use plastic water bottles, as well as low-flow toilets, faucets, and showers to increase water conservation. Graham's on-site rain gardens reduce runoff, and recycled water is used for irrigation and landscaping purposes. All of these features make Graham the leading residence hall for water conservation on campus.

  • WaterBring your own bottle

    Water filling stations located throughout Graham encourage the use of reusable water bottles and reduce the amount of single-use plastic water bottles while saving residents money.

  • WaterHow much do you flush?

    Graham will achieve a 38 percent reduction in water use through the installation of low-flow toilets, faucets, and showers.

  • WaterHarvesting the rain

    On-site rain gardens absorb rain water and reduce the impacts of pollution and runoff, therefore eliminating the need for new sewer or stormwater infrastructure.

  • WaterPurple pipes

    As on many other parts of the Santa Clara University campus, recycled water from the South Bay Water Recycling program is used for all irrigation and landscaping.
Established 1851