Green/LEED

Are LED bulbs energy efficient?

While comparing Light-emitting Diodes to traditional light bulbs, the cost efficiency can vary significantly. A few factors define these differences that should be considered as per your cost versus lighting requirements. As per the first law of thermodynamics, energy can neither be created nor destroyed only transformed and transferred meaning you can’t get more bang

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How does LEED certification serve the environment?

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is a well-known certification program that is used for environmentally friendly construction projects all over the world. In the U.S., the LEED certification is required by local, state and federal governments to construct public buildings. This program includes a series of rating systems for the design and construction

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Happy Hollow Zoo

San Jose, California Happy Hollow Zoo has been awarded LEED Gold by the U.S. Green Building Council.To learn more see http://www.porticogroup.com/news City of San Jose $72 Million green renovation• 12 Acres OF existing ride areas and Zoo• 4 additional commissary buildings, Education Center, Guest Services and Gift Shop and Restaurant.• Provided plumbing and HVAC.

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