Along the Gulf Coast, businesses progress toward LEED standards in construction and architecture.  In this video by WKRG News, Bradley Byrne explains how Faulkner State Community College “cannot afford not to build” the campus’ newest addition.  Once complete, the building, which will house Natural Science and Nursing classes, will save about $20,000 annually, or about 30% in energy costs.

Mac Walcott of Walcott Adams Verneuille Architects shares how the LEED-certified building will conserve energy through waste reduction, water efficiency, energy use, and other factors.  The aspects of sustainable building work toward the triple bottom line of sustainability:  social responsibility, economically-sound practices, and environmentally-sound function.

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