Big Ass Fans R&D Facility Earns LEED Gold Certification

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) recently awarded Big Ass Fans with a LEED Gold plaque for its new 45,000-square foot R&D facility in Lexington, Ky.

The testing facility uses 35% less energy and 60% less water than a standard commercial building and was the first commercial building in Kentucky to be certified Gold by the USGBC.

Tours of the facility can be arranged by calling 877-244-3267.

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