by Lionel Bascom — January 6th, 2007 — 1 comment
The infrastructure of the Freedom Tower will utilize groundbreaking energy and other environmental measures, according to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
The skyscraper will feature new energy efficient technologies, ways to utilize renewable energy resources, according to former New York Gov. George Pataki. Pataki said the goal of using these technologies is to acquire certification from environmental groups. He said the Tower will use fuel cell technology to increase efficiency and provide secure clean power on-site.
“The redevelopment will be a global example of green building design
and a constant reminder of our commitment to break the cycle of
dependence on foreign energy,” the governor said. “By moving
forward with state-of-the-art design and guidelines, New York will once
again show the world our ingenuity, innovation and commitment to
building a stronger, brighter future for all.”
12:13 AM in Uncategorized, The Design, Ground Zero, Related Stories, Freedom Tower News
An environmentally sound structure to symbolize New York’s rise from fiscal, physical and psychological ashes is significant right now, for it illustrates that the United States does have an interest in maintaining responsible stewardship of the earth, which coincides with its role as a world leader.
We haven’t been acting very appropriately in this area lately. Therefore, attention to environmentally friendly features in this icon of freedom is essential. Let’s hear it for the designers!
Jeanne · January 6th, 2007 at 12:56 am