CDI Contractors has extensive experience in working with Owners, Architects, Engineers and Sustainable Design Consultants to incorporate sustainable design concepts and elements into our projects, including the first project in the State of Arkansas certified with a LEED Platinum Rating.

CDI constructed the William J. Clinton Presidential Center, which has been certified by the U.S. Green Building Council with a LEED v2 Silver Rating, the Heifer lnternational Center, which achieved a LEED Platinum Rating (the highest LEED rating available), and the Frisco Conference Center, which was designed to a LEED Certified Level, (For more information about the sustainable design aspects of these projects, click on CDI LEED Projects).

The LEED Green Building Rating System is a voluntary, consensus-based national standard that promotes a "whole-building" approach to developing high-performance, sustainable buildings. "Green" or Sustainable Design includes design and construction practices that significantly reduce or eliminate the negative impact of buildings on the environment and occupants in five broad areas:

• Sustainable Site Development
• Safeguarding Water and Water Efficiency
• Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
• Conservation of Materials and Resources
• lndoor Environmental Quality

 We at CDI believe that people have a responsibility to future generations to make environmentally responsible decisions in the design, construction and operation of their buildings, whether or not the choice is made to pursue certification by LEED, Green Globes, SPiRiT or other "Green Building" or "Sustainable Design and Construction" Standards.

Some Benefits of "Green" or Sustainable Design and Construction include:

• Environmental:  Reduces impact on environment and natural resources
• Economic:  Lowers operating costs through energy efficiency and water conservation
• Health & Safety:  Enhances occupant health and comfort
• Community:  Minimizes the impact on local infrastructures and improves quality of life
• The Future:  Preserves the environment and natural resources for future generations

Sustainable Design and Construction is leadership by example and demonstrates the commitment of the Owner, A/E Design Team and General Contractor to environmental stewardship and social responsibility. As a member of the U.S. Green Building Council, CDI Contractors is committed to finding ways to conserve energy and resources in the construction industry.

For more information about Green Buildings, please click on CDI LEED Projects or feel free to contact one of our Corporate Officers. Complete information about LEED is available at the website for the U.S. Green Building Council (www.usgbc.org).