Safer Buildings: 'Green' Minimizes Disasters

Environmentally sensitive building principles also embody structural and occupant safety.

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May 15, 2002, 12:00 PM PDT

"With the threat of terrorism on the rise, existing design philosophies are being re-evaluated in an effort to improve the safety and survivability of buildings and their occupants. One need not look too hard though because, in fact, technology presently exists that can increase safety and security, and it originates from an unconventional source - the green buildings movement."

Thanks to Edmelynne Villanueva

FULL STORY: Protecting the environment and ourselves: Are green building concepts still practical in an age of terrorism?

Tuesday, May 14, 2002 in Earth Times

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