%0 Journal Article %1 Ames.2010 %A Ames, Kathryn S. %A Heid, Greg %D 2010 %J Georgia Library Quarterly %F greenbib %N 1 %P 13-17 %T Leadership, libraries, LEED for the future %U http://digitalcommons.kennesaw.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1370&context=glq %V 47 %X Environmental awareness is essential in the design of themodern public library, and there are various levels ofimplementing green design techniques in libraryconstruction. Library directors, trustees and the publicshould take the lead to define their local expectations forthe level of sustainability during the planning phase.While there are no requirements under the Georgia PublicLibrary Construction Policies, use of sustainable practicesmakes sense from both an economic and sociallyresponsible perspective, and local library boards shouldconsider implementing greentechniques. The LEED construction anddesign principles provide one tool forevaluating project sustainability.Library supporters must assumeleadership in deciding to build a greenfacility.