Change St. Louis Buildings Today!
Better and more efficient buildings means more money!!
Improve the environment with better buildings.
We can build new skyscrapers and and modify pre-existing buildings to lessen our carbon footprint. The 21st century technology is a newer way forward in saving the environment. In order to change the rest of the world, we must start here in St. Louis.
Some innovations that buildings will have
- Solar panels on every building producing 12 megawatts of electricity
- Water purification tanks to reuse up to 70% of water wasted
- Water collection system to supply the other 30%
- Very large sets of windows to let in light and fulfill up to 80% of the light used in the buildings.
- A centralized area for sorting waste into a more in depth
- Geothermic wells for heating water and rooms
These are some buildings that we gained inspiration from.
The Bullitt Center
Located in Seattle, this building was named as the greenest building in the world. From solar panels to automated window closing/opening. You will never have to touch a switch again.
The Brock Environmental Center
This building in Virginia has the capabilities to produce its own power and clean water. It produces 60% of power from solar and the rest is produced by wind turbines. A water filtration system makes the reused water cleaner than the tap.
Taipei 101
This world famous building has windows that let in natural light all day. Saving an estimated $600 thousand dollars (USD) each year. As well as recycled water which increases it's savings even more.
Remember: More green buildings means more green in your pocket!
Frequently Asked Questions
How much will this cost? This would cost thousands in installation fees. But, the savings you will receive will easily pay off of the price.
Why should I care? You should care because you might disappear from the face the Earth if you don't.
Just exactly how much green am I getting? You will save hundreds of dollars every month and receive some tax exemptions from the Federal Government.