Preservation of Boston's historic buildings is green. So says the National Trust for Historic Preservation and they're backing up their words with facts and resources. Their Sustainability and Historic Preservation resource center is our Friday link today.
It may surprise you that many of the older buildings that line Boston's streets are very green. Preserving and renovating existing historic buildings is often a greener option than tearing them down and building new– even if you construct a LEEDS certified structure.
This link will lead you to tips for weather proofing and greening your own home or buisness. It can also give you the facts you need to work with your elected officials to make green choices that will preserve both our heritage and our environment.
Here's my favorite example from the "Preservation by the Numbers" section. "Recent calculations indicate that it takes about 65 years for an energy efficient new building to save the amount of energy lost in demolishing an existing building. "
This book gives you a look at what we've already lost.
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Writers: Penny Cherubino
Photos: © 2005 Penny Cherubino
