Johnson Controls New Facility Finally Walks the Walk

I’ve suggested before that of all the major companies out there, Johnson Controls is among the best positioned to become a real leader in the field of sustainability by virtue of their roll developing energy systems for buildings. They recently launched a blog about energy and have been slowly moving forward with various sustainability initiatives.
Now, it looks like they’ve taken their talk to the next level and are planning an expansion of their Glendale, WI, headquarters that will be nothing short of a showcase of green building principals. There isn’t any straw bale that I can see, but the facility will feature a sizable solar array, wind demonstration areas, green roofs, porous pavement, rainwater catchment, and a geothermal field. Let’s hope it’s more than just a pretty exhibition.

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