2013 National Jamboree – Sustainability Treehouse
This day of 2013 National Jamboree coverage comes to you direct from the Summit’s Sustainability Treehouse, located near Action Point. This structure was built to demonstrate The Summit Pledge program’s commitment to sustainable practices.This tiered building has been LEED Certified by the U.S. Green Building Council, verifying that it incorporated the best green practices from design to construction.
Two 4kW Urban Green Energy vertical access wind turbines were installed, facilitating the generation of electricity for the treehouse. To avoid disturbing the trees during construction, a 180-ton crane with a 190-foot boom was used to lift the turbines over them and onto the platform. Now THAT was thoughtful planning!
As you enter, an informative wall graphic explains some of the green functions of the Sustainability Treehouse:
- Self powered
- Collects water
- Recycles waste
- Makes its own heat
The steps that lead into the treehouse are adorned with staggered messages that read “Like trees, this building captures solar, catches wind, taps earth, collects water, recycles waste, reuses everything and conserves (without drama)” and “Climbing stairs could generate enough electricity to power a laptop, a phone, anything, really (just climb).”
Do you incorporate any sustainable practices in your every day life? Share them with us in the comments section below.
Remember, we will be keeping you posted on all the fun we’re having right here on our blog. Be sure to bookmark the page and check back with us throughout the Jamboree!