Temperature Guidelines

Lane's indoor temperature guidelines were adopted in 2006 as part of the energy policy and in an effort to balance a comfortable learning and working environment with energy conservation. The following guidelines are based on scientific studies to create comfortable conditions for the greatest number of students and employees.

Warm weather temperatures will be in the range of 74 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit.
Cool weather temperatures will be in the range of 68 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit.

To keep cool and save energy in summer:

Wear lighter clothing if it is warm in your area.
Hydrate! Drink water during the day.
Close your blinds during the hottest parts of the day or if the sun is directly hitting the window.
Use a portable fan or adjust your ceiling fan speed to help cool your body.
Keep your lights off when you can.
If you believe that it is hotter than 77 degrees F in your area and you are uncomfortable, please submit a work request to have equipment inspected.

To keep warm in the winter and save energy in the winter:

Dress in layers. Leave a thick sweater in your office to put on when it seems particularly cold.
Schedule times to get up a move around throughout the day.
If you believe that it is colder than 68 degrees F in your area and you are uncomfortable, please submit a work request to have equipment inspected.