|
We're in the midst of a green building boom, thanks to a greater awareness of how sustainable designs promote energy conservation, create healing environments and help retain productive and satisfied employees. In 2004, Boulder Community Foothills Hospital in Colorado became the first healthcare facility to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification. Today, 350 healthcare construction projects are registered with LEED. Refer to the Green Guide for Health Care (www.gghc.org) if you're interested in joining the eco-friendly construction movement. Here are a few of its sustainable design suggestions.
|