Sacramento County Animal Shelter Earns Gold LEED Certification
After just three months of operation, the Sacramento County Animal Care Facility has received a gold certification from the prestigious LEED program run by the U.S. Green Building Council.
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program rates buildings and commercial interiors according to a set of energy efficiency standards that are not mandatory for businesses and buildings to comply with. Those who participate are rated and given a certification level, with “certified” being the lowest rating and the “platinum” rating being the highest. The animal care facility’s gold ranking puts the building just below platinum certification.
“We are one of only three shelters in North America to receive gold certification,” said Facility Director Pat Claerbout. “We were able to combine the latest in green building standards to make our facility cutting edge. We have one of the most efficient, comfortable and architecturally stunning shelter facilities in the entire nation.”
Out of 67 possible points, the facility earned 41 in categories such as water efficiency, sustainable sites, energy and atmosphere and indoor environment. One consideration of the county’s plans for the shelter was that it not be built on land inhabited by any federal or state-recognized endangered animals. The total cost for the facility was approximately $23 million and was paid for by grants and dedicated special funding.
The animal care facility is located at 3839 Bradshaw Road and is open Wednesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For a full list of LEED certified elements, visit the Sacramento County Animal Shelter’s website at www.saccountyshelter.net.
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