Chicago's Green Exchange is First Green Mall
"The four-story 250,000 SF, Green Exchange, ... 2545 West Diversey Avenue, is to be converted in accordance with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards, with an aspiration to achieve a Silver certification. ... creating an epicenter for green businesses and organizations in the Midwest U.S."
" ... the Green Exchange when it (hopefully) ... tenants ... currently on board include an eco-freindly printer, a sustainable furniture store, an eco-clothing store, a car sharing service, and a bike shop. ..."
Among the Features:
- Located 10 minutes north of the Chicago Loop, at a full-service interchange fronting I-94 with access to major Chicago streets and public transportation
- Loft style spaces with tremendous natural light
- 9,000 SF courtyard garden area
- State of the art green roof
- High-efficiency HVAC, water and energy systems
- Energy efficient windows and doors
- Building paint and stains all eco-friendly for clean air quality
- State of the art communications technology
Among the Amenities:
- Bike room and showers
- Car-sharing service
- Priority hybrid parking
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