(SAVANNAH, GA) Savannahjobs.com received a Silver ADDY Award for their awesome automobile. Perhaps you’ve seen it around town. The ADDY awards are presented annually by the American Advertising Federation of Savannah and represent the local judging for the national awards competition.

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I wish Trader Joe’s would come to Savannah, GA – and move into the first LEED shopping center in the USA – Abercorn Common, developed by Melaver, Inc.

I used to shop in their grocery store in Alexandria, VA – it ROCKED!!!! Lots of organic foods – great prices – — a store with personality

Abercorn Common is the first all-retail LEED shopping center in the United States to become LEED certified (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) through the U.S. Green Building Council.  Abercorn Common received Silver certification in April, 2006.

While the lush landscaping may conjure images of environmental consciousness, much more is going on at this site. Some of the main features include:

- A cistern which collects rainwater from the roofs of the entire shopping center, to the tune of 5,000,000 gallons per year. This water is then used for irrigation, reducing demand on this precious commodity.

- Speaking of water, the entire shopping center is over 30% more water-efficient than a typical shopping center. This has been accomplished through ultra-low flow fixtures, toilets and waterless urinals.

- Preferred parking is offered for those who drive hybrids or tenants who car pool.

- A highly-reflective white roof reflects away heat, keeping the entire center cooler.

- A tighter building envelope, the white roof, and high efficiency HVAC systems make this center over 30% more energy-efficient than a typical center, saving tenants money on utility bills.

- Low volatile organic compounds (VOC) paints, sealants, and adhesives were used throughout the project, improving indoor air quality for shoppers and workers.

- Approximately 1 acre of porous pavement throughout the parking lot lets stormwater drain naturally and reduces local flooding.

- Construction: Over 85% of construction debris, totalling over 6000 tons of material, was kept out of the landfill through recycling or reuse.

- Specifications: Recycled materials and those manufactured locally were used extensively throughout the project.

- On site recycling of cardboard, plastic and glass.

Building Green in Savannah.

BIG CHECK, $25,000 FROM KAISER TO AASU

Malik Wakins turns 43

Working on Community Headlines at the Isle of Hope Marina