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Tuesday, November 13, 2007 - 2:51 PM EST
PNC branches into green offices
Pittsburgh Business Times
Green banking is more than just greenbacks, according to PNC Financial Services Group Inc.
The Pittsburgh-based financial institution said Tuesday it received LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification for 40 branches in six states.
PNC (NYSE
NC) also said it trademarked the term "Green Branch."
More than 50 percent of each Green Branch is built from recycled materials, according to a news release, and as much construction waste as possible is recycled or salvaged. They also have high-efficiency HVAC and water systems, make maximum use of natural light, and have amenities like Internet cafes, coffee bars and plasma televisions.
LEED certifications are given by the U.S. Green Building Council.
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