@article{Aldrich.2012, abstract = {This article discusses the design of the Valatie Free Library in rural New York, which incorporates alternative energy sources to allow the library to achieve net-zero energy status. Topics include the involvement of architect David Bienn, the library's feature at the Rio+20 United Nations (UN) Conference on Sustainable Development in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in June 2012, and the incorporation of design materials utilized in the rebuilding of New Orleans, Louisiana after Hurricane Katrina.}, added-at = {2019-11-06T20:46:42.000+0100}, author = {Aldrich, Rebekkah Smith}, file = {https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ehh&AN=80409927&site=ehost-live}, interhash = {9abb7ecf82fe43c4cf69b7b5fa486a69}, intrahash = {adee10e4614601135d3d7b3467510ed1}, journal = {Library Journal}, tag = {greenbib}, language = {en}, keywords = {Energy conservation in buildings; Public library design & construction; Rural libraries; Sustainable building design & construction}, number = {Library by Design, Fall 2012}, pages = {10-11}, timestamp = {2019-11-06T20:56:55.000+0100}, title = {Small library, big impact}, year = 2012 }