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Waddell, AZ

White Tank Branch Library and Nature Center

How do you create a sustainable facility that operates nearly net zero all year round?

The White Tank Branch Library and Nature Center, which has a collection capacity of 35,000 items and more than 40 public computers, includes areas for adults, children and teens, including private study rooms, a cafe and exterior patio, plus a Park Nature Center. A LEED certified platinum facility, the library produces some of its electricity on-site due to implementation of a photo-voltaic system that converts solar radiation into direct current electricity.

Awards

Excellence in Achievement Award - Tilt-Up Concrete Association, 2012

Most Sustainable Project - RED Award - Arizona Real Estate Development (AZRE), 2011

Achievement Award - National Association of Counties (NACo), 2011

Project Achievement Award - New Construction, Less than $10M - Construction Management Association of America (CMAA), 2011

Environmental Excellence Award, Award of Merit - Valley Forward Association, Arizona Contractor's Landscape Association, 2011

Honorable Mention - New Landmark Library - Library Journal, 2011