A PRESENTATION BY Dr. S ALLY SORNAM HEAD, PG & RESEARCH DLIS BISHOP HEBER COLLEGE TRIUCHY,TAMIL NADU
The practice of creating structures and using processes that are environmentally responsible and resource efficient throughout a buildings’ life cycle. (newworldencylcopedia.org)
Libraries that seek to reduce the use of water and energy by demanding the building to maximize the use of natural and renewable resources
Green Libraries Green Librarian Green Librarianship Green College Libraries Green Library Movement Role of ALA
A library building whose structure operations and products reflect green concerns and practices
Energy Efficient Use toxic recycled content materials / furniture Use natural daylight Reduced maintenance cost
Building Equipments Operations Products
Lack of transparent monitoring of actual energy and resource use Lack of periodic assessment Lack of commitment