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| Sustainable practices require sustained federal protections |
| Published: April 25, 2011 |
The myriad of activities associated with Earth Day last week encompassed everything from riverbank cleanups to spotlights on LEED certifications for a variety of building projects. Less than a decade ago, it was still a term relegated to the imagery of a tree hugger. Even last week, one seminar title was “Sustainability: Trend or Fad?” which speaks to those who cling to old ways in a new economy era. It is important to note here that many of the “founding fathers” of the national LEED specifications as well as the forerunners to sustainability efforts are here in West Michigan. |
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