The project is an extension of the UAB Central Utilities steam and chilled water underground service mains routed through the Cultural Arts District of campus. The project will connect to existing utility infrastructure near the Collat School of Business and Sterne Library. This extension will enable current and future UAB buildings in the Cultural Arts District – including the Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center, Hulsey Center, Education and Engineering Complex and Humanities Building – to connect to the UAB Central Utilities system. Currently connected buildings experience energy savings with lower heating and cooling operating costs from a reliable utility source.