I was interested to read on Sierra Club's GreenHome website that President Obama intends to seek LEED certification for the White House - a challenging goal considering obvious requirements for security and historic preservation, but one that is definitely achievable according to Rick Fedrizzi, CEO and President of the U.S. Green Building Council.
According to the article, White House environmental advisors are:
"...looking to reduce the carbon footprint of the White House by implementing computerized energy management systems, automatic light sensors that turn off in unoccupied rooms and low-flow water valves. Paints and sealers with low or no volatile organic compounds (VOCs), biodegradable cleaners and recycled equipment will all be used by White House groundskeepers and engineers, according to a White House spokesperson. Window films that will lower UV rays and save energy will also be added."
Now I wonder who will be in charge of the documentation for that project? Wouldn't that make a great case study for a green building class?
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