As America's first family, the Obama's announced early that it was their intention to lead-by-example when it came to showing the world that green is easy. The White House, which was seen expansions and new construction many times throughout its existence had made a few attempts at lower energy consumption and implementing renewable sources for heat, lights, power, and water.Some were met with success while others ended up costing more than they ever saved in money or resources.
The carbon footprint generated by a home consisting of 132 rooms is mammoth in proportion. The President didn't want to re-haul the entire White House; he wanted his family to show America that it just isn't that hard. Shortly after the Obama's moved into the White House Michelle Obama broke ground for an organic herd and vegetable garden on the South Lawn. The Obama's also installed an environmentally friendly wooden swing set on the lawn for their children.
Read more here...
Green Guide Network
http://www.greenguidenetwork.com
No comments:
Post a Comment