In 2000, Seattle, Washington, became the first U.S. city to
officially adopt the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED (Leadership
in Energy and Environmental Design) "Silver" standards for its own
major construction projects. In the midst of a municipal building
boom, it set new targets for building and remodeling to LEED
guidelines. Its first LEED certified project, the Seattle Justice
Center, was completed in 2002. The city is now home to one of the
highest concentrations of LEED buildings in the world.
"Building an Emerald City" is the story of how Seattle
transformed itself into a leader in sustainable "green" building,
written by one of the principal figures in that transformation. It
is both a personal account--filled with the experiences and
insights of an insider--and a guide for anyone who wants to bring
about similar changes in any city. It includes "best practice"
models from municipalities across the nation, supplemented by the
contributions of "guest authors" who offer stories and tips from
their own experiences in other cities.
Intended as a "roadmap" for policy makers, public officials and
representatives, large-scale builders and land developers, and
green advocates of every stripe, "Building an Emerald City" is that
rare book--one that is both inspirational and practical.
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