Part V: Renewable Energy On the Rise; Oil Still the Leader

By Shane Longoria and Travis Bremner Editor’s note: This is Part V in a series by TheHub@TTU examining the state of energy in Texas.  Despite rapid growth and innovation in renewable energy, the oil industry in Texas — and around the U.S. — is not slowing down anytime soon. Todd Staples, president of Texas Oil […]

Strive For Honor… And Energy Efficiency

 Facilities Going Green Texas Tech University Vice Chancellor of Facilities, Planning and Construction Michael Molina said Texas Tech used to be behind the curve on the LEED and sustainability efforts, but his office made the commitment for all new buildings to be LEED certified three and a half years ago. The new student complex that the […]

Exclusive Tour of Residence Hall Under Construction

The newest residence hall under construction on the west end of campus will be completed and ready for students to move in before fall classes of 2014. Michael Molina, vice chancellor of Facilities, Planning & Construction, said the only reason the university will be able to complete the residence hall by August 2014, is thanks to […]