I recently requested an
advance copy of LEEDING the Way by E. Ashley Rooney because we
have several classes who look at “green” architecture and I knew they would be
interested in learning more about the Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Design (LEED) system and certification.
Author Rooney has produced several other books related to architecture and it
was exciting to see her further raise awareness of LEED issues and methods. Sustainable building
is of interest globally and especially in certain sectors like education
where a related example is Georgetown
University’s Energy Prize.
In LEEDING the Way,
students would find many innovative ideas shown in the wonderful, clear photographs.
However, as is so often the case with
this type of book, many options would need to be modified before they could
really apply to a typical home owner or builder due to the tight planning
constraints that often exist. Nevertheless, it is fun to dream or experiment
and doing so in an environmentally conscious way is even better! Did you know that we currently have numerous
titles related to green building? Many of them are shelved around 690.83.
