Sustainability is integrated into the design of the Arizona State University College of Nursing & Health building. This green building has achieved LEED Gold status through its design principles and construction materials and techniques. …
… “The sustainable LEED-NC Gold certified building features solar water heating, which harvests Arizona’s abundant renewable energy while reducing the building’s carbon footprint.
Sarah Nettleton designs structures with sustainability in mind. She will lecture next week at the college to educate and inspire the next generation of designers. …
Wyoming’s Kendall House builds energy-efficient addition with sustainable design, materials, and renewable energy powering electrical requirements. …
… “The house features several different green aspects, including a photovoltaic solar system, which will provide about 30 percent of the house’s electrical needs. ” …
Wisconsin lake house integrates cool, modern design with sustainable, LEED platinum capabilities. The house deploys geothermal and solar photovoltaic systems. …
… “one of two homes in Wisconsin to gain platinum LEED certification for its green features … ” …
Via New York Times: Modern Lake House (pic), (article).
Students will live in a sustainable environment as they move in for the school year. The new building has been constructed to LEED Silver standards. …
… “With solar panels on the roof to heat water and touch screens in the hallways for monitoring energy usage, Wake Forest University’s new residence hall has the latest in green technology.